“We have never had any objections to leaving the conference at the Institute. The fact that this organization has continued to go there year after year after year is probably the best selling point.” — Dale Saffold, former president of the Arkansas chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates
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Strengthening civic engagement in Arkansas requires passionate educators who believe in the power of informed participation. One of those voices is Dr. Daniel Fudge, assistant professor of political science at the University of the Ozarks.
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As we wrap up our 20th anniversary year and settle into the holiday season, it feels like the right time to pause and celebrate the people who make this place feel like home. We asked our staff a simple question with a lot of heart behind it: What does our “R” mean to you?
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Our executive chef and his team, partnered with Conference Services, craft experiences with care, serve with flair, and create moments that blend culinary artistry with meaningful, impactful work.
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Christenberry and Thomason are especially excited about their proximity to the Stables classroom, which they envision as a future venue for larger facilitated sessions. With a capacity for 20–30 people and ample wall space to roll out their signature chart boards, it’s ideal for leadership teams, planning committees, and community groups.
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Every detail, from the way we greet our guests to the way we facilitate dialogue, is an extension of the same hospitality that once welcomed scientists, business leaders, politicians, advocates, and celebrities to the top of Petit Jean Mountain (and still does).
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Kristin Higgins has worked at the Arkansas Public Policy Center at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture since 2012, following a decade in journalism.
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