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Close to Home, Just in Case – the Murphy Family Philosophy
The old adage known as Murphy’s Law suggests that anything that can go wrong will go wrong. For Cindee and Joe Murphy, it’s less of a warning and more a humorous acknowledgment of real life. With four children and 11 grandchildren in a family tree full of mountain bikers, athletes and lake-loving adventurers, it probably comes as no surprise that the Murphys have made plenty of trips…
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Fun & Games for Kids
At Arkansas Children’s, every act of generosity tells a story. Some begin with a modest idea – a toy drive, a game shared among friends or a lemonade stand on a hot summer’s day. On their own, they may seem like simple moments. But together, they tell a bigger story – one of compassion, remembrance…
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UAMS invests in the future of health care in south Arkansas
As part of its ongoing efforts to boost healthcare in southern Arkansas, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently opened the UAMS Health Family Medical Center in El Dorado. Located at 620 W. Grove St., the clinic is a cornerstone of medical care for El Dorado and beyond, offering a range of services…
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Prescription for inspiration: Students check out health care careers
When Shane Lyerly, M.D., decided he wanted to pursue a career in health care, he admittedly had more questions than answers. What classes should he take? Would it help to shadow a doctor for a day? How should he prepare for medical school interviews? Thankfully, he had help from both an academic advisor at Arkansas…
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Legacy: Making a difference for the leaders of tomorrow
When he arrived at UCA as a first-generation college student, Gary Bunn ’88 wasn’t sure what to expect. Having grown up in the small town of Crossett, Arkansas, without any sort of connection to college life, he was admittedly overwhelmed when he first set foot on campus. “I was intimidated,” Bunn said. “I won’t even…
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Planned Gift Spotlight: Patricia Smith
As a two-time alumna of the University of Central Arkansas and now as dean of UCA’s Schedler Honors College, Patricia Smith ’01, ’03 has witnessed the profound influence higher education can have on students’ lives. That firsthand experience has made her passionate about making education accessible to as many students as possible. “UCA has played…
