Resources

If you would like additional information on these initiatives or would like to offer assistance, please contact a member of the commission.

Parental Leave for all Employees - Maternity/Paternity Leave and Faculty Modified Work Assignment
Pregnancy, Childbirth, or Related Medical Conditions - Employment Accommodations
Mentoring and Support Network Establishment
Campus Security
Annual Event - Once per year, usually in the spring, the Commission on Women hosts a public forum, panel discussion or guest speaker for the campus community. Watch http://news.uark.edu for announcements.

The following items were championed by the Commission on Women or have been provided here as a resource.

Maternity Parking

Maternity parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis for expectant mothers in their final trimester of pregnancy. The program offers temporary parking for regular permit holders at no additional cost closer to the mother’s office, if possible and available. Contact Stacey Moore: stacey01@uark.edu.

Steps to apply for a permit:

1. Submit request to Stacey Moore (HR)>HR review>Approved/Declined

2. Upon receiving approval: Request forward to Parking & Transit>Parking & Transit + Applicat find an acceptable parking location.

Private Nursing Mothers' Rooms

Private Nursing Mothers’ Rooms are available across campus for women who need to express milk for their babies – click here for a partial list. You can access an interactive map of nursing rooms on campus here. They are listed under "restroom and facilities". Building executives may add a location to the list by contacting facilities management .

Employee Resource Groups

Are you interested in connecting with colleagues who share similar backgrounds or identities at the University of Arkansas? Consider joining one of the Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

These groups offer support to employees with shared experiences and are a fastastic way to build meaningful relationships. By participating in an ERG, you can promote belonging, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace, which can enhance your job satisfaction and engagement. Take this opportunity to foster an inclusive environment and establish valuable connections with your peers.

Click HERE to be directed to the site to find out how to join.

Employee Resource Groups:

1. Armed Forces Employee Resource Group

2. Asian American Pacific Islander Employee Resource Group

3. Black Employee Resource Group

4. Indigenous Employee Resource Group

5. Disability Employee Resource Group

6. Latinx Employee Resource Group

7. LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group

8. International Employee Resource Group

9. Parents and Caregivers Employee Resource Group