UA Walton College Holds Celebration for U.S. News Rankings

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. - The Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas is holding a special celebration to recognize its rankings in the U.S. News & World Reports 2005 "America's Best Colleges." The recognition will be held in conjunction with the college's annual Welcome-Back-To-School Block Party - including free hot dogs, pizza, drinks, and Shake's frozen custard - and the Jed Clampit Band.

When: Wednesday, August 25, 2004, 12:25 p.m.

Where: Front Lawn of the Business Building on Ozark Street

SPEAKERS: Dean Doyle Z. Williams

Provost Bob Smith

ASG President Randy Brown

Associate Professor Molly Rapert

SPECIFIC Photo and Interview Opportunities: During and after the celebration announcement.

PARKING:Available in the UA Parking Garage next to the Arkansas Union off Stadium Drive.

Contacts

Dixie Kline, director of communications, Sam M. Walton College of Business, (479) 575-2539, dkline@walton.uark.edu

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