Discover the Razorback Spirit: Top 6 Fun Facts About the University of Arkansas

1. When Pigs Fly: The Hog Call Cheer

When pigs fly, but only in Arkansas: The University of Arkansas boasts a legendary cheer known as the "Hog Call," which dates back to the 1920s and involves fans enthusiastically mimicking squealing hogs and bellowing "Woo Pig Soooie!" as a show of unwavering support for their beloved Razorback football team.
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2. Five Miles of Fame: Senior Walk Tradition

Who needs Hollywood's Walk of Fame when you can stroll for miles among the stars at a university campus? Move over, Marilyn and Bogie, we prefer our scholars chiseled in stone: The University of Arkansas boasts a unique tradition called Senior Walk, covering five miles of campus sidewalks and featuring the names of each of the school's 120,567 graduates etched into the concrete. This impressive ritual began back in 1905 with a few daring graduates carving their names outside of Old Main, and has since continued to bond both past and present students in a rock-solid tradition that leaves them tickled, pinky-swear!
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Did you know that Arkansas has a hilarious folk tale called "The Arkansas Traveler" that inspired the fiddle to become the official state instrument? Discover more about this amusing musical legacy!

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3. X Marks the Spot: Student Archaeology Treasures

As they say, X marks the spot—or at least students at the University of Arkansas might think so after their treasure hunt into the past: They participated in a summer archaeology field school at Pea Ridge National Military Park, where they used geophysical technology to unearth artifacts from various time periods such as a Civil War button, a Sky King secret decoder ring from the 1940s, and even discovered evidence of farm life history dating back to the early 1800s, including a multi-generational family cellar. A genuine historical goldmine!
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4. Fulbright's Got Talent: Controversial Statue Removal

In a move that could be deemed as "Fulbright's Got Talent," the University of Arkansas might be preparing to say to a certain senator, "Thank you, next": A bronze statue of former U.S. Senator J. William Fulbright, dedicated in 2002, currently faces removal from its spot outside the Old Main building due to his controversial civil rights record, with a committee of stakeholders recommending both the statue's removal and the stripping of Fulbright's name from the university's arts and sciences college, pending campus feedback and approval by the university's Board of Trustees.
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5. Rock Solid Art: Mullins Library Sculptures

Get ready for a "rock solid" display of artistic talent: The Mullins Library at the University of Arkansas boasts splendid sculptures ranging from Viterbo's dreamy "The Enchantment" to exquisitely carved stone pieces honoring Myron Brody’s wife, not to mention a lifelike bronze bust of 14th president Dr. Mullins amid a gallery of watercolor masterpieces.
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6. Dreamy Study Haven: Mullins Library Comforts

Straight out of a student's dream sequence, dipped in comfort and sprinkled with relaxation: the University of Arkansas' Mullins Library, established in 1968, was designed to be expandable and open-access, boasting cozy furnishings, carpeting, air-conditioning, and even smoking areas for those seeking refuge during intense study sessions.
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