Inclusive Excellence, Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, Uark

Happy New Year!

Cheers to the new year filled with happiness!

🕯️ Happy Kwanzaa!
Kwanzaa is a celebration of culture, community, and heritage, observed from December 26 to January 1.
Rooted in the Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles) — including unity (Umoja), self-determination (Kujichagulia), and collective responsibility (Ujima) — Kwanzaa honors the strength, creativity, and resilience of African and African American communities.
May this season be a time of reflection, purpose, and togetherness.

🎄 Merry Christmas!
This season is a time for joy, generosity, and togetherness. Whether spent with family, friends, or community, Christmas reminds us of the power of kindness and hope.
May your holidays be filled with warmth, peace, and moments that matter most.

🕎Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate.
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, celebrates resilience, faith, and hope. For eight nights, families light the menorah to remember the miracle of the oil, a symbol that even a small light can shine brightly in the darkness.

Congratulations to our Homecoming Queen and Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences Student Ambassador Abbi Melton and Fulbright College Student Ambassador Caleb Jones for being on the homecoming court! We are so proud of you all and all the students on the court! 🐗♥️

What a Mission!

New Mission Statement Inspires Future Vision of Fulbright College Looking toward the next decade of growth and innovation, Fulbright College has introduced a revitalized mission statement that articulates its vision for transforming lives through education, research and creative expression.

Did you start thinking about living off campus? This event provides guidance to find your future home!

Mark your calendar for World Mental Health event! 💟
When: Oct 9, 11am to 1pm
Where: CORD common area
What: Jazzing up your journal and connecting with peer educators
Journals will be provided 📚

October 10th is "World Mental Health Day"!
The objective of the day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

The Day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work, and what more needs to be done to make mental health care a reality for people worldwide.

Attention Faculty!

Call for all the Arts and Humanities!
Arts and Humanities Career Showcase will be happening in October. If you want to show off your arts and humanities skillsets, it is the place to be! It is the great opportunity to speak with professionals and alumni!

When: Oct 8, 1-3PM
Where: Fine Arts Center (FNAR)

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Congrats coaches! 👏
Our success coaches Angela Williams, Rory Dungan,
Maria Rainey, and Ryotaro Hiraki have successfully
completed Coaching Connections Course for Fall 2025!

Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences student success coach program
helps students to succeed academically and socially.
Our mission is to reinforce the U of A’s mission to build
a better world through transformational opportunities
and skills, fostering an inclusive culture on campus,
nurturing creativity, and solving problems through
research and discovery.

Our coaches are like personal guides, helping students
find their way around campus, discover all the
resources available to them, connect with groups that
match their interests, and learn the importance of
self-advocacy.

Have you heard of Fulbright Learning Community?
Mark your calendars for an upcoming session!

📢Creative Use of AI for Student Learning: Faculty Share Their Experiences
Prepare to be inspired by your colleague’s creativity and student-centered use of artificial intelligence. A group of Fulbright faculty members will share their experiences about how they use artificial intelligence in the classroom. Each will give an overview of how they have used AI, lessons they learned about the process, how it might be adapted in other classrooms, and ethical considerations.

Date and Time: Friday, October 17 from 2-3 in CORD 349
Who is this for?: Any Fulbright Faculty Who Teaches
Sign up here
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What is Fulbright Learning Community?
It is a supportive space designed to help you thrive as an educator.
Throughout the year, we’ll offer engaging programs on topics such as course design, curriculum updates, and emerging trends in higher education. Our goal is not only to support your teaching but also to help you connect with fellow faculty and tap into the many resources available across campus.