Meet Dr. Curt Rom, Professor in the Department of Horticulture, and Associate Dean for International Education
Q: What is your academic and/or professional background? A: I majored in horticulture and I was pursing another degree in business, as well, at the University of Arkansas. But, ¾ way through my degree program I really fell in love with horticulture, science and...
Tips to Navigate Through the YOU of A
College is a new and exciting experience with lots of opportunities, but it can also be frightening, especially if you are new to the United States! To ease the transition to your life at the University of Arkansas, our international student ambassadors have compiled...
Food for Thought: Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving celebrates the first successful harvest in the colonies. The pilgrims along with the Indians, held a multiple day-long festival in celebration of the harvest. It now occurs annually on the fourth Thursday of November and the bounty of food is celebrated...
A Survival Guide to Final Exams
Advice from Selina, an international student ambassador: It’s that time of year again! Finals will be upon us in approximately a month. The idea of finals is a lot more intimidating than it actually is. The best way to achieve success is to do a little planning. What...
Meet Dr. Magda El-Shenawee, professor of electrical engineering
Q: What is your academic and/or professional background? A: I obtained my B.S. and master’s degree in electrical engineering from Egypt, and then I came to the United States in 1986 to get my Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln in electrical engineering. I...
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