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- Mailing Address
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415 N College Ave
Clarksville, Arkansas 72830 - Phone
- (479) 979-1000
- Email address
- webmaster@ozarks.edu
- Website
- https://ozarks.edu/
- School Information
- University of the Ozarks is home to students seeking to find motivation to think bigger, be courageous, and develop a clear view of the world and their place in it. Located at the base of the beautiful Ozark Mountains in Clarksville, Arkansas, the University is a place where students experience the opportunity to live fully, learn deeply, experience widely, and make an impact far beyond the campus community as they pursue the goal of becoming the best version of themselves. The University provides the challenging academic framework, mentoring and motivation, and strong sense of community to support students in the pursuit of their goals. Established in 1834, the Presbyterian-affiliated, liberal arts university is the oldest institution of higher education in Arkansas. The fully accredited, private, undergraduate university blends a strong sense of history with an emphasis on staying ahead of the curve in today's technology-dominated world. University of the Ozarks is committed to ensuring students have an exceptionally affordable opportunity to acquire the strong foundation they need to lead lives of purpose and excellence.
- General Information
- There is no evidence the University of the Ozarks requires any form of critical race theory or antiracism training for its students and faculty. Two faculty members recently expressed support for diversity, equity, and inclusion. In particular, one professor of English plans to teach and implement these ideas in the classroom.
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The school stated that, “[while] we’re affiliated with the Presbyterian church, we’ve made it our mission to create an environment of diversity, inclusion and acceptance.”
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In March 2025, the University hosted the "Unity in Diversity" conference.
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In August 2022, Dr. Atasoy joined the science faculty. He stated, "[I] strongly believe that faculty members should emphasize more on creating a diverse community: one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. By this way, a department can seek to promote diversity in its many manifestations which can ultimately increase the community share of creating, maintaining, and developing an environment. Therefore, the diversity is valued in relation to equity and practice efforts.”
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In June 2021, Dr. Bumbach was named the Assistant Professor of Music. He stated, "I focus not only on quality performance that is culturally informed and carefully polished, but an ethical path to excellence. To do this, I strive to create an inclusive environment that focuses on equity and justice so that all students receive an equitable experience.”
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Former Chancellor and incoming Visiting VP of Academic Affairs Dr. Jeff Elwell said, "I'm attracted by the University's long-term and ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion."
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Incoming Assistant Professor of English Dr. Chris Hall said, "State laws and power structures allow lives to flourish, or neglect people or kill them, based on classifications of race and gender that are wrongly imagined to have a definite biological basis." He added, "At University of the Ozarks I will continue to pursue teaching that brings diverse perspectives, marginalized texts and equitable classroom practices to the forefront of courses on African American and world literature."
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The University's 2023-2024 Academic Catalog includes a "Diversity Statement," which states, "University of the Ozarks is committed to diversity." It concludes, "We honor human dignity, equality, and differences that include, but are not limited to, religion, age, class, gender, physical abilities, learning differences, sexual orientation, race, and ethnicity."
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According to the 2023-2024 Academic Catalog, "University of the Ozarks has been a higher education trailblazer and champion in areas of inclusion and accessibility" since its founding.
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