UA - Pulaski Tech Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute

Classes begin Monday, August 17, and we can't wait to welcome our returning and new culinary, baking & hospitality management students!

If you're a new student, join us for New Student Orientation- Culinary on Thursday, August 13, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. in the Celebrity Chef Theater at CAHMI. You'll meet faculty and classmates, learn about uniforms, tools, student opportunities, and get ready for a great semester. Sign up here: https://uaptc.edu/nso/sign-up

Classes start in TWO WEEKS!
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Still need to register for classes? Register now -> https://uaptc.edu/advising⁠
Want to become a Diamond Dog? Apply now! https://uaptc.edu/admissions/apply-now

We're proud to have the opportunity to learn from some of the very best in the industry. With two Worldchefs Certified Master Chefs on our faculty, UA–Pulaski Technical College's Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Institute offers students an exceptional culinary education led by internationally recognized chefs.

Apply now for fall classes and start your journey with the CAHMI'ly! Classes start August 17.

We are so proud of Chef Kelli Marks and pastry student Bota Kim! Competing at the national level takes countless hours of practice and refinement of skills. What an incredible experience!

Safe travels to Chef Kelli Marks and student assistant Bota as they head to Grand Rapids, Michigan and the National ACF Convention! Chef Kelli will compete for Pastry Chef of the Year, with Bota by her side as her assistant.

We're proud to cheer them on and can't wait to watch them compete!

Questions about financial aid and scholarships? Check out the post below for helpful information, and visit the UA–Pulaski Tech Financial Aid webpage to explore financial aid options, scholarship opportunities, important deadlines, and more!
https://uaptc.edu/financial-aid

Have you completed the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid yet? If you answered "No", now is the time to do so! ⁠
Visit studentaid.gov to fill out the application for federal aid.⁠
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The state application for the Academic Challenge Scholarship is also open for students pursuing higher education, regardless of their academic status.⁠
Visit sams.adhe.edu to complete the application.⁠
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The FAFSA application is due by June 30 and the state applications are due by July 1. Students are encouraged to complete the applications asap to remain eligible for additional funds that DO NOT require repayment. ⁠
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Have Questions? The Financial Aid Office is here to assist students in meeting these deadlines and reaching their educational goals! For more information, contact the team at 501-812-2289 or [email protected].

Join our CAHMI'ly!

UA-PTC is seeking a passionate and dedicated Culinary Faculty member to join our team. This is a full-time, 9-month faculty position beginning in August 2026. If you enjoy mentoring the next generation of culinary professionals and sharing your industry expertise, we'd love to hear from you!

Learn more about this opportunity and explore all current UA-PTC openings here:
https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS?hiringCompany=720b21cbdf24017c59cf3b59c4010b07

It’s the final week of our Youth Culinary Camps, and we’re already going to miss the energy, enthusiasm, and delicious creations these young chefs bring to our kitchens each day.
Take a look at some of their awesome work!

For more photos and camp highlights, visit UA - Pulaski Tech Community Education

Our UA-PTC CAHMI 3D Program 2025 Graduate is headed to Minneapolis to represent Arkansas! We wish you good luck, and “break an egg!” 🥚 🤟

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Chef Andre Poirot, former instructor and longtime friend to UA-PTC. We send our condolences to his family, and to his multitude of friends and admirers. His legacy will live on, not least among the many student chefs -now professionals- whose lives he touched.