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January 13, 2010 • Posted in

Ezell named chair of teacher education division

Clarksville, Ark. --- Dr. Glenda Ezell has been named the new chair of the Division of Education at University of the Ozarks. Ezell, a 1990 graduate of Ozarks, has taught in the university’s Pat Walker Teacher Education Program since 2006. She also served as director of field experiences at U of O from 1999-2002. She […]

January 11, 2010 • Posted in

Spring Semester begins Jan. 19 at U of O

Clarksville, Ark. --- The University of the Ozarks will begin classes for the 2010 Spring Semester on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Students can pre-register for classes through Jan. 19. For more information on enrolling at Ozarks, call the Admission Office at 479-979-1227. Other important dates for the 2010 Spring Semester at U of O include: Homecoming […]

November 10, 2009 • Posted in

Survey shows Ozarks excels in student engagement

Clarksville, Ark. --- Ninety-five percent of seniors would choose University of the Ozarks again if they could start their college career over, according to the 2009 National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), a national survey designed to measure and encourage the teaching practices and campus environment that best enhance student learning. Released on Nov 9, […]

August 20, 2009 • Posted in

U.S. News ranks Ozarks top tier for 11th year

Clarksville, Ark. --- For the 11th consecutive year, University of the Ozarks has been ranked as a "top tier" university in the U.S. News & World Report's annual late summer publication that analyzes institutions of higher education. In the 2010 edition of "America’s Best Colleges," released to the public on Aug. 20, Ozarks was ranked […]

August 20, 2009 • Posted in

New faculty and staff introduced

Clarksville, Ark. -- Several new employees have recently joined University of the Ozarks and were introduced during the University's faculty and staff opening workshop on August 20. The new employees include (front row, from left) Dr. Deborah White, director of student support services; Chelsea Joslin, assistant softball coach; Evia Darter, computer services help desk coordinator; […]

August 5, 2009 • Posted in

U of O to begin 175th academic year on Aug. 25

Clarksville, Ark. --- University of the Ozarks officials will welcome more than 200 new students to campus on Thursday, Aug. 20, for New Student Orientation as the university sets to begin its 175th academic year. The university’s residence halls will open on Aug. 20, and New Student Orientation will begin with the annual President’s Picnic […]

July 6, 2009 • Posted in

U of O named among “Great Colleges to Work For”

Clarksville, Ark. --- University of the Ozarks has been named one of the top universities in the country to work for by The Chronicle of Higher Education. In the Chronicle’s 2009 “Great Colleges to Work For” survey, released on Monday, July 6, University of the Ozarks was one of 39 colleges across the country that […]

April 30, 2009 • Posted in

University honors faculty and staff members

University of the Ozarks recognized four faculty and staff members during the 2009 Trustees' Awards Banquet, held on April 24, in the Seay Student Center. Among those who received honors were (from left) Rodnie Bohannon, campus activities board advisor, who received The Alvin C. Broyles Outstanding Professional Staff Award; Jeanna Knight, housekeeping, who received The […]

March 31, 2009 • Posted in

Niece book-signing is part of U of O Alumni Weekend

Clarksville, Ark. --- University of the Ozarks President Dr. Rick D. Niece will hold a book-signing for his book, The Side-Yard Superhero, at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, April 18, at the President's Home on campus. The event, which is open to the public, is part of the University’s Alumni Weekend 2009. A life-long educator and president […]

January 26, 2009 • Posted in

Jan. 28 – Ozarks to open at 10:00 a.m. due to inclement weather

Ozarks delays opening til 10:00 Jan. 28, If conditions do not allow you to travel contact professor or campus by phone or email. January 28 update:  Ozarks will open at 10:00 a.m.  If road conditions do not allow you to travel contact your professor or supervisor. --------------------------------------- Limited essential staff, including Campus Security will be […]