University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Fruit Breeding program recently announced two new varieties of muscadine. The new cultivars, Mighty Fine and Altus, offer consumers different uses and farmers a longer growing season.

For the first time, more college students will take online courses over completely in-person classes.

Wildlife disease ecologist Erin Sauer discusses a study she participated in last year that involved offering frogs a shvitz to increase their health.

Erin Sauer is a wildlife disease ecologist. She co-authored a study testing how differing birds’ diets affect their ability to tolerate infection. She collaborated with doctoral candidate Carson Stacy for the paper, and they both connected with Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis over Zoom earlier this week.

The Entrepreneurial Law Project at the University of Arkansas aims to assist small businesses across the state with pro bono advice and other legal needs.

The University of Arkansas' University Housing donated 53 truckloads of items left or donated in dorm rooms through their "Leave Green" program while partnering with local nonprofits.

On today's show, we hear how the University of Arkansas donated nearly 40 tons of goods to local nonprofits. Plus, how to teach your son about fascism. Also, a rundown of the live music across the region.

On Tuesday, June 17, the Fayetteville City Council voted 5-3 to deny a one-year “safe camping” resolution, which would have provided immediate aid to unhoused individuals recently removed from an illegal encampment on University of Arkansas-owned property. Ozark at Large's Sophia Nourani offers this report.

On today's show, we learn that an illegal encampment clearing on a University of Arkansas property has left dozens of people without a place to sleep. Plus, advocating for better representation in media for people with disabilities. Plus, preparations for a Juneteenth celebration this weekend.

Ninette Sosa has many roles. She is an assistant professor of journalism at the University of Arkansas, the associate director of Outreach for the School of Journalism and Strategic Media, and the faculty advisor for the university's chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. Ozarks at Large's Hannah Youngblood reports Sosa has been balancing multiple responsibilities for a lifetime.