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UA ��Ƶlogo to Host Giving Day 2022 on March 29

John Hill — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:20:00 +0000

The University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo is encouraging friends of the university, employees, alumni, students, and the community to come together to make a difference at UA ��Ƶlogo on Tuesday, March 29, the university’s fourth annual Giving Day celebration. Donations to Giving Day 2022 will focus on student scholarships, student support, and enhancements to the learning and living environment. “Approximately 68 percent of UA ��Ƶlogo students work while going to college,” said Christian O’Neal, vice chancellor for university advancement. “Whether your gift is to the General Scholarship Fund or the other areas that are supported by Giving Day, we want our donors to know that we see firsthand how much of an impact these gifts have on our students.” Another important philanthropic option is the Student Support Fund, which provides funds for UA ��Ƶlogo students to meet basic needs like food, gas, rent, and medical expenses in extreme circumstances and emergencies. “The little things are often the big things when you’re a college student,” said Kristi Smith, senior director of alumni and development. “There are times when food, gas, rent, and other items just aren’t affordable. Many of our students face food insecurity, and more than 40 percent are at risk of becoming homeless. When you lend a college student a hand, you help them stay on track with life and their education.” Your gifts can also help enhance students’ living and learning spaces on campus. Donations to the Beautification Fund will help UA ��Ƶlogo maintain a beautiful and environmentally responsible campus for everyone who learns, works, and visits the university. UA ��Ƶlogo will celebrate the success of Giving Day 2022 with the return of Taste of ��Ƶlogo. The popular culinary and social event will take place from 6-8 p.m. March 29 in the Jack Stephens Center, featuring culinary treats and specialties from dozens of local restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, and food trucks. Proceeds from ticket sales directly benefit general student scholarships that are provided through the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association. To donate on Giving Day, visit . Those interested in learning more about how to make a larger investment in these areas by contributing to an existing endowment or establishing their own should contact Kristi Smith at klsmith4@ualr.edu or by phone at 501-916-6435

UA ��Ƶlogo to Honor Alum Dr. Sara Tariq at 2022 Taste of ��Ƶlogo

John Hill — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:23:05 +0000

The University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo’s highly anticipated culinary and social event, Taste of ��Ƶlogo, will return March 29. UA ��Ƶlogo will honor alumna Dr. Sara Tariq, associate dean for student affairs in the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), as the 2022 Taste of ��Ƶlogo honoree. “I am deeply honored to be a part of Taste of ��Ƶlogo,” Tariq said. “As a child of immigrant parents from India, I have a first-hand understanding of the economic and social challenges that some students face. Getting a scholarship to UA ��Ƶlogo allowed me to focus solely on my studies. The faculty at UA ��Ƶlogo provided me with the mentorship and knowledge to take the next steps in my career, which included getting admitted to medical school at UAMS.” The event is set for 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, at the Jack Stephens Center. Taste of ��Ƶlogo raises funds to help students through the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association Scholarship Fund while introducing guests to some of the best food in the city from the finest restaurants in ��Ƶlogo. During the past 16 years, Taste of ��Ƶlogo has raised more than $682,000 for student scholarships. “We are excited to honor Dr. Tariq for her passion to impact the lives of Arkansans through education,” said Kristi Smith, senior director of development. “During her time as a student, she was enrolled in the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program, which presented her with foundational tools of research and writing that she has used for the betterment of society. She is an outstanding example of the best and brightest from UA ��Ƶlogo who have graduated and enjoyed success in their chosen fields. ” Tariq, who is well-known among UAMS medical students as a compassionate educator and mentor, is a nationally recognized leader in medical education and an exceptional physician who teaches by example. She is a 1993 graduate of UA ��Ƶlogo who holds a bachelor’s degree in biology. In 2018, Tariq was named Outstanding Alumni of the Year for the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program at UA ��Ƶlogo. This year, Hendrix College will award her the Ethel K. Millar Award for Religion and Social Awareness. Tariq received her medical degree from UAMS in 1998 and completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. She joined the UAMS faculty in 2002 after serving as chief resident at Brown University. She is a professor of internal medicine and serves as medical director of the Center for Clinical Skills Education. A firm believer in giving back to the community, Tariq’s philanthropic efforts in the ��Ƶlogo community are immense. She has served as president of the board of the Harmony Health Clinic, which serves the uninsured and underserved population in Pulaski County, for the past decade, and has co-chaired the annual Bollywood Nights gala for many years. “I strongly believe in lifting others up so we can all be successful in this state,” Tariq said. “Delivering primary care to the uninsured people of ��Ƶlogo at Harmony Clinic, promoting social justice by serving on the board of Just Communities of Arkansas, and serving on Mayor Frank Scott’s transition team have helped me continue to serve the people of this state, but also helped me grow as an individual. I want future UA ��Ƶlogo graduates to have the same opportunities for growth and leadership as I have had. I am ecstatic to support UA ��Ƶlogo students by raising money for scholarships.” In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tariq started a community mask campaign with two UAMS physicians to financially support women who have lost their jobs during the pandemic. The women are given sewing machines to help stitch face masks and donate masks to those in need. So far, the campaign has raised more than $16,000 and distributed more than 4,000 face masks. “When the pandemic hit, so many people felt helpless,” Tariq said. “While small at first, now we are not only helping Muslims and immigrant communities, but we are also providing face masks to several faith communities, nursing homes, and churches whose congregations primarily consist of colored, marginalized, or low-income communities in central Arkansas.” Stephanie Caruthers, a managing partner at Trio’s restaurant and co-chair of Taste of ��Ƶlogo, emphasized the importance of raising scholarship funds for college students. Loris Fullerton, a member of the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Board of Directors, is also serving as co-chair of Taste of ��Ƶlogo. “The Alumni Association scholarships are an important part of our support and advocacy for the university and, as an Alumni Association Board member, I am able to experience first-hand the impact of Taste of ��Ƶlogo scholarships,” Caruthers said. “I have had the privilege of interviewing scholarship applicants, and that process has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my board service. I am so excited about what we have in store for Taste of ��Ƶlogo this year!” Dozens of restaurants from across the capital city will serve a “taste” of one of their most popular, or new, offerings. From small bites, to drinks, to desserts – there will be a wide variety of delicious “tastes” to enjoy! General admission tickets are $75. UA ��Ƶlogo alumni who have graduated within the last five years can purchase tickets for just $35. Learn about sponsorship opportunities and purchase tickets to Taste of ��Ƶlogo at . For more information, contact Derrick Newby, associate director of membership and engagement at UA ��Ƶlogo, at dxnewby@ualr.edu or 501-916-3208.

Join Us for Taste of ��Ƶlogo 2022!

John Hill — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:39:13 +0000

Bring your appetite, bring your friends, and be ready to taste some of the best culinary creations ��Ƶlogo restaurants have to offer! UA ��Ƶlogo’s highly anticipated culinary and social event, Taste of ��Ƶlogo 2022, is set for Tuesday, March 29, from 6-8 p.m. at the Jack Stephens Center on the UA ��Ƶlogo campus! Dozens of restaurants from across the capital city will serve a “taste” of one of their most popular, or new, offerings. From small bites, to drinks, to desserts – there will be a wide variety of delicious “tastes” to enjoy! This year, the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association recognizes alumna Dr. Sara Tariq, associate dean for student affairs in the College of Medicine at UAMS, as our Taste of ��Ƶlogo honoree. We are grateful for Dr. Tariq’s long-time support of her alma mater and UA ��Ƶlogo students! Proceeds from Taste of ��Ƶlogo benefit the Alumni Association’s Scholarship Fund. During the past 16 years, Taste of ��Ƶlogo has raised more than $682,000 for student scholarships. General admission tickets are $75. UA ��Ƶlogo alumni who have graduated within the last five years can purchase tickets for just $35. This year, we will celebrate the success of Giving Day 2022 at Taste of ��Ƶlogo! Learn about sponsorship opportunities and purchase tickets to Taste of ��Ƶlogo at . Contact Derrick Newby in Alumni and Development with questions at dxnewby@ualr.edu or 501-916-3208.

Business leaders join UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Board of Directors

John Hill — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 20:54:23 +0000

The University of Arkansas ��Ƶlogo has announced new members and officers for the Alumni Board of Directors. New members include Eundra Boles, vice president of information technology services at Celerit Solutions Corporation; Ellen Brown, farmer engagement manager for Heifer USA; Victoria Brown, associate state director of AARP Arkansas; Loris Fullerton, travel agent with Westrock Travel and 2019 recipient of UA ��Ƶlogo’s Presidents Award; and Claudia Utley, communications director at Economics Arkansas. UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Board of Directors members who have taken on leadership roles include James Bobo, president; Jennifer Owens, scholarship committee chair, Stephanie Caruthers, Taste of ��Ƶlogo chair, and Gina Pharis, membership committee chair. All new board members are UA ��Ƶlogo alumni who will serve a three-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2020. More information on the new board members: Eundra Boles is the vice president of information technology services of Celerit Solutions Corporation. He has over 25 years of expertise in keeping financial infrastructures current, safe, and secure. He leads a team of seasoned technicians, providing around-the-clock protection to keep your network safe from the new and sophisticated cyber-threats faced today, while looking to the future for the next surfacing risk. Boles graduated from UA ��Ƶlogo with a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems in 1996. He also completed his MBA at the American Intercontinental University in 2004. He enjoys sporting events, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. Ellen Brown has worked for Heifer International for six years and currently serves as the farmer engagement manager for Heifer USA. In this role, she oversees Heifer International’s outreach to farmers in the United States. Brown graduated from UA ��Ƶlogo with a Bachelor of Arts in international studies and certification in nonprofit management in 2013. She also has a Master of Science in community and economic development from the University of Central Arkansas. Brown also serves on the City of ��Ƶlogo’s Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission. Victoria Brown, associate state director of AARP Arkansas, has worked successfully to improve communications and social media footprints among public sector and nonprofit organizations. Brown leads AARP Arkansas’ initiative to increase communications, heads up the organization’s website and social media, and works closely on AARP’s multicultural activities. She has a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Philander Smith College and a Master of Public Administration degree from UA ��Ƶlogo in 2014. Loris Fullerton is the recipient of the 2019 Presidents Award. Over the past decade, Fullerton has helped raise more than $1 million for scholarships during her nine years chairing Jazz & Juleps, which benefited the Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology. Fullerton graduated from UA ��Ƶlogo in 1974 with bachelor’s degrees in psychology and sociology. She worked several years in the banking and investment industries before following her passion to be a travel agent. An endowed scholarship in her name has been awarded to a student studying audiology and speech pathology since 2014. Claudia Utley graduated from UCLA with a bachelor’s degree in English and began working as a fashion journalist in Los Angeles. Utley worked as a communications analyst for Alltel Corp. while earning an MBA at UA ��Ƶlogo in 2000. She also worked as a public information officer for the Department of Arkansas Heritage. In 2012, Utley joined Economics Arkansas, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting economic, personal finance, and entrepreneurship literacy among Arkansas PreK-12 students. Initially responsible for grant writing, donor management, and fundraising activities, Utley was recently promoted to the newly created role of communications director. In the upper right photo, new members of the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Board of Directors include Eundra Boles, top left, Victoria Brown, top right, Loris Fullerton, bottom left, and Claudia Utley, bottom right. Ellen Brown is not pictured.

Taste of ��Ƶlogo draws record crowd, raises $100,000

Janea Snyder — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 22:15:18 +0000

Taste of ��Ƶlogo set new records this year, with nearly 800 people attending and more than $100,000 raised for student scholarships. Visitors were treated to tamales from , perfectly plated beef medallions with mashed potato from Arthur’s, melt-in-your-mouth sweets from , frozen treats from and many other cuisines provided by this year’s 33 vendors. served a seafood pasta that won over the crowd and earned the restaurant the “Best of Taste” designation for the second year in a row. “This was by far the most highly attended Taste of ��Ƶlogo yet,” said Ryan Miller, director of the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association. “We are excited that this event continues to grow and have an impact on student scholarships.” The event raised just over $100,000 for student scholarships. “This event wouldn’t happen without our volunteers,” Miller said. “Mauri Douglass has been the longtime chair of this event, and we wouldn’t be successful without her guidance. Stephanie Caruthers stepped in to serve as co-chair, and we look forward to her leadership in the coming year. Additionally, the Alumni Board and Taste of ��Ƶlogo committee put in countless hours securing sponsors and restaurants to make the event a success, and we had more than 75 student volunteers.” This year’s Taste of ��Ƶlogo paid tribute to Arkansas Heart Hospital CEO Bruce Murphy for his longtime support of UA ��Ƶlogo and his work to impact the health of Arkansans. Murphy, who graduated from UA ��Ƶlogo in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science, has been a longtime supporter of UA ��Ƶlogo. Last year, he gave $800,000 to the College of Education and Health Professions. That gift helps support the Student Success Initiatives Fund, which provides academic tutoring and mentoring to students as well as a full-time social worker to assist students. On April 3, the night before Taste of the ��Ƶlogo, UA ��Ƶlogo hosted a small reception honoring Dr. Murphy. Sloan Davidson, director of the nursing department, told Dr. Murphy that her students have benefited tremendously from having access to a social worker. Nursing is UA ��Ƶlogo’s largest major, with more than 400 students enrolled in associate degree programs and another 400 in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. “Many students have life issues, and their financial need is tremendous,” she said. “A majority are first-generation, and oftentimes they work multiple jobs to get through school to better themselves and their families.” Davidson has had students who have dealt with the death of a spouse and a child. “Having resources to help them get through that and have access to mental health care makes all the difference,” she said. “This gift has been a godsend for our program and our students.” The Student Success Initiatives fund includes emergency funds that have been used to help students in desperate situations. “We’ve been able to help students renew their electricity and prevent them from being evicted. We’ve had homeless students we’ve been able to get housing for. It’s just been more than we could ever ask for, and we so appreciate it,” Davidson told Dr. Murphy. Those kinds of resources often mean the difference between students dropping out of school or finishing a degree that will help them get a job with which they can support themselves and their families. ‘“It’s also adding a nurse to our community, where we currently have a nursing shortage,” Davidson said. Murphy said he felt honored by his alma mater. “I believe that I have a debt to pay to for where I am,” he said. “My expectation when I began this was not that I’d be where I am today. I know it is because I was blessed by my Lord, blessed by the education I got, and I was very blessed by the people who helped me and became role models for me, who were the motivators and molders that gave me the opportunity to stay on the road and not the shoulder.” Top right photo: A Taste of ��Ƶlogo attendee samples edamame quinoa salad preapred by Arkansas Heart Hospital. Above left: UA ��Ƶlogo student volunteers sample frozen treats from LePop, one of this year’s vendors at Taste of ��Ƶlogo. Photos by Benjamin Krain

Taste of ��Ƶlogo to honor Dr. Bruce Murphy

Janea Snyder — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 22:17:46 +0000

The 16th annual Taste of ��Ƶlogo will introduce guests to some of the best food from the finest restaurants in central Arkansas while honoring Arkansas Heart Hospital CEO Bruce Murphy for his longtime support of the University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo and his work to impact the health of Arkansans. The event will be on Thursday, April 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Jack Stephens Center at UA ��Ƶlogo. Proceeds benefit the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Mauri Douglas (Class of ’74 and ’86) is co-chairing the event for the fifth year along with Stephanie Caruthers, a managing partner at Trios restaurant. “I have helped interview students who have applied for scholarships,” Douglas said. “ I’ve heard their stories. I know what these scholarships mean to our students.” The event honors Dr. Murphy, a longtime ��Ƶlogo cardiologist, who graduated in 1975 summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo. In 2011, he became the CEO of Arkansas Heart Hospital. “We are excited to honor Dr. Murphy for his passion to impact the lives of Arkansans through education and creating a healthy lifestyle,” said Ryan Miller, director of the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association. “He is passionate about moving the city of ��Ƶlogo forward in collaboration with the university. When I first met him, he said he wanted to make ��Ƶlogo more of a college town – and I believe this effort will have a lasting impact on our ��ǳ��ܲԾ��ٲ�.” A longtime supporter of UA ��Ƶlogo, Murphy gave $800,000 last year to the UA ��Ƶlogo College of Education and Health Professions. His gift helps support the Student Success Initiatives Fund, which provides academic tutoring and mentoring to students as well as a full-time social worker to assist students. Murphy said he hopes the gift will help equip students with the resources they need to overcome obstacles that might prevent them from getting a college education. “Dr. Murphy understands the role UA ��Ƶlogo plays in this city and is willing to support programs that promote student success while helping the economy of the region,” UA ��Ƶlogo Chancellor Andrew Rogerson said. Murphy has also been instrumental in creating new and innovative ways to impact the health of Arkansans. His vision of exercise and food as medicine can be seen in a variety of initiatives. The is the largest intensive cardiac rehabilitation facility in the state and the only unit in central Arkansas. There, patients are treated through diet, exercise, and lifestyle education to help them live their best lives. His work is also reflected in the mission of the Arkansas Heart Hospital Foundation, now known as Champions for Health, which focuses on helping Arkansas youth learn how to plan for health. According to Murphy, “To be a transformative organization, you have to be disruptive.” This year’s Taste of ��Ƶlogo will feature more than 40 restaurants. Several restaurants from years past will be participating along with some new eateries. “I’ve had many attendees tell me that Taste of ��Ƶlogo is their favorite event,” Douglas said. “Once people come, they want to come back again and again.” Tickets are $75 each, or $35 for lifetime alumni members, and can be

2018 Taste of ��Ƶlogo raises $138k for student scholarships

Ajani Oyindamola — Wed, 02 May 2018 19:58:59 +0000

The 2018 Taste of ��Ƶlogo event raised more than $138,000 for student scholarships at the University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo, the most ever raised in the event’s 15-year history. More than 700 people attended Taste of ��Ƶlogo, presented by, April 26 at Jack Stephens Center. The event has continued to grow in size and popularity, with patrons enjoying the culinary specialties of 42 central Arkansas restaurants. Thanks to this year’s Taste of ��Ƶlogo — UA ��Ƶlogo’s largest annual scholarship fundraiser — the $138,125 raised will fund 15 additional scholarships for UA ��Ƶlogo students. The event celebrated Alfred Williams, senior vice president and risk consultant for BXS Insurance, and Elaine Eubank, president and chief executive officer of Easterseals Arkansas, for their lifelong commitment to their alma mater through service, engagement, and philanthropy. “I was approached by a young woman at the event that wanted to thank me,” Williams said. “She said that she was the recipient of one of our scholarships that allowed her to complete her studies and stay in school. She graduates this spring and has been accepted to law school. What more can I say? This is what alumni scholarships are all about.”

Guests enjoy the 2018 Taste of ��Ƶlogo event on April 26 at the Jack Stephens Center. Photo by Ben Krain.

A new feature of this year’s Taste of ��Ƶlogo was the Best of Taste competition, in which guests voted for their favorite restaurant of the evening. Patrons selected Samantha’s Taproom and Wood Fire Grill of ��Ƶlogo as the winner of the first Best of Taste Award. A UA ��Ƶlogo scholarship will be named in honor of Samantha’s. Additionally, the restaurant has an automatic spot in the 2019 Taste of ��Ƶlogo in order to defend its title. “It’s always a great honor to be recognized for your hard work and inspiration,” Smith said. “It always puts a smile on my face. No matter how long you are a chef, you always enjoy these recognitions.” In the upper right photo, Taste of ��Ƶlogo honoree Alfred Williams, right, and staff members from the UA ��Ƶlogo Office of Alumni and Development Sarah Hamilton, center left, and Danielle Hendrix, center, present the first Best of Taste Award to Samantha’s Chef Marshall Smith, left, and owner Chris Tanner, center right. Photo by Ben Krain.

UA ��Ƶlogo announces 2018 Distinguished Alumni, Presidents Award honorees

Janea Snyder — Thu, 05 Apr 2018 15:48:04 +0000

The CEO of Arkansas’ largest healthcare system has been named the 2018 University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. Troy Wells, who earned a master’s degree in health services administration in 1997 at UA ��Ƶlogo, joined Baptist Health in 2006, and became the CEO and president in 2014. Wells will be honored during the UA ��Ƶlogo Distinguished Alumni Awards Celebration on Friday, May 11, at 11:30 a.m. in the Great Hall of the William J. Clinton Presidential Library. Joining Wells is the 2018 UA ��Ƶlogo Presidents Award recipient, Mauri Douglass, a retired gifted and talented educator who serves on the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association Board and has chaired Taste of ��Ƶlogo for four years. She also is the alumnae liaison for the Chi Omega chapter at the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association, her Gamma Zeta chapter sisters, and the ��Ƶlogo Chi Omega Alumnae Club. “The contributions and dedication of Troy and Mauri bring credit to UA ��Ƶlogo and exemplify the heart of a Trojan,” said Christian O’Neal, vice chancellor for university advancement. “While their backgrounds vary, they are both united by outstanding accomplishments and service back to their alma mater.” The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor presented by the university while the Presidents Award is bestowed on individuals with career success and a profound dedication to the university.

Taste of ��Ƶlogo to honor Alfred Williams and Elaine Eubank

Ajani Oyindamola — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 16:02:10 +0000

The 15th annual Taste of ��Ƶlogo will honor Alfred Williams and Elaine Eubank for their lifetime of support to the University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo. Set for 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2018, at the Jack Stephens Center on the UA ��Ƶlogo campus, Taste of ��Ƶlogo raises funds for the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association Scholarship Fund while introducing guests to some of the best food in the city from the finest restaurants in ��Ƶlogo. “We are thrilled to honor Alfred and Elaine for their dedication, passion, and support of students at UA ��Ƶlogo,” said Andrea Angel, associate vice chancellor for alumni and development. “They have a legacy of giving within their family that has positively impacted hundreds of students at our university. The Alumni Association would not be as strong as it is today without the work of these two devoted alumni.” During their more than 30 years of marriage, the couple has made an incredible impact on the university through their generosity of their time, support, and financial gifts. “I’m most proud of growing scholarships and creating scholarships for students at UA ��Ƶlogo,” Williams said. “You can’t improve as a city without higher education.” Eubank graduated from UA ��Ƶlogo in 1975 with a bachelor’s degree in sociology, and Williams in 1966 with a bachelor’s degree in history and political science. While Eubank serves as the president and chief executive officer of , a nonprofit organization that serves children and adults with disabilities, Williams serves as senior vice president and risk consultant for . Williams continues to follow in the footsteps of his father, Grainger Williams, who was devoted to supporting ��Ƶlogo Junior College, ��Ƶlogo University, and UA ��Ƶlogo. Williams, former chair of the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Board, was honored as the 2013 President’s Award honoree, while Eubank received the university’s 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award. As lifetime members of the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni Association, Williams and Eubank understand that their contributions in support of higher education are for the greater good of the university and the community. They have recently named the university the beneficiary of their life insurance policy, making them members of the Heritage Society. Because Williams was taught that giving was the right thing to do, he endowed two scholarships, the E. Grainger and Francis Williams scholarship and the Elaine Eubank scholarship, as gifts to honor his parents and his wife. Following suit, Eubank surprised Williams by establishing an endowed scholarship in his name, the Alfred Williams scholarship. Williams’ sister, June, a former second-grade teacher, recently followed in her family’s footsteps to create a scholarship for future teachers. As the first person in her family to graduate from college, Eubank understands the importance of helping students earn a college degree. “Alfred had a traditional college experience, and I was more like one of the families that UA ��Ƶlogo works so hard to help,” Eubank said. “It was more of a stretch for my family to send me to college. I appreciate UA ��Ƶlogo’s efforts to make college more accessible for students who otherwise would not be able to attend.” Individual tickets are on sale for $75. Sponsorships are available by contacting Danielle Hendrix at 501-683-7502 or dnhendrix@ualr.edu. “I love Taste of ��Ƶlogo. It’s a great way to see a lot of people in a relaxed atmosphere,” Eubank said. “There’s no program. There are hundreds of people to talk to, and you can sample food from so many great restaurants in ��Ƶlogo.” To order tickets, contact the UA ��Ƶlogo Alumni office at 501-683-7208, email alumni@ualr.edu, or visit the Taste of ��Ƶlogo website.

2017 Taste of ��Ƶlogo hits top fundraising, attendance marks

Shanna Fitzgerald — Fri, 28 Apr 2017 20:32:59 +0000

The 2017 Taste of ��Ƶlogo set attendance records and raised the most money for University of Arkansas at ��Ƶlogo scholarships in the event’s 14-year history. On Thursday, April 27, more than 700 people dined on the culinary specialties of 35 central Arkansas restaurants at the Jack Stephens Center on the UA ��Ƶlogo campus. Thanks to this year’s Taste of ��Ƶlogo — UA ��Ƶlogo’s largest annual scholarship fundraiser — the university’s alumni scholarship endowment will grow by $120,764. The endowment also increased this fiscal year by an additional $67,000, as 134 people became lifetime members of the Alumni Association. The 2017 Taste of ��Ƶlogo event, presented by Warren and Cindy Simpson, celebrated the Bailey family for their decades of generosity to the university. “It was a privilege last night for Cindy and I to be able to support UA ��Ƶlogo and to honor the Bailey family,” Warren Simpson said April 28. “The Baileys’ dedication to this institution is an inspiration to all of us. Cindy and I will remain diligent in helping UA ��Ƶlogo to continue to be the great university that it already is.” Among the many contributions of the Bailey family were a 2002 donation that facilitated the construction of the Bailey Alumni and Friends Center and a 2015 gift of $2 million for student scholarships. Pictured above: UA ��Ƶlogo Chancellor Andrew Rogerson (left) greets Dr. Ted Bailey II during the 2017 Taste of ��Ƶlogo event. Photo by Lonnie Timmons III/UA ��Ƶlogo Communications

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