On January 21, the University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-McGehee (UAM-CTM) launched the UAM-CTM Digital Literacy Program in collaboration with Digitunity and AT&T. The launch event was hosted by UAM-CTM on its campus in McGehee and attended by representatives from Digitunity and AT&T.

Digitunity is a national nonprofit organization committed to making computer ownership possible for all Americans. For over 40 years, Digitunity has worked to close the digital divide in the United States by shaping and strengthening systems that make computer ownership possible. With 1 in 7 U.S. households lacking a computer, this national-local approach mobilizes resources, influences policy and builds durable solutions that expand opportunity, participation and economic mobility. 

Digitunity and AT&T are working together to expand computer ownership and digital skills through their “3 Southern States Connected Communities Program,” which supports local organizations across Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi by focusing on four key components: computer distribution, digital navigator support, digital skills training and community capacity. Organizations across the three states are helping residents gain access to computers, develop new skills and build confidence with technology. Through community-based events, training and computer distribution, more people can fully participate in today’s digital world. 

It’s been a big weekend for CFANR as the forestry club hosted and competed in the 67th Southern Forestry Conclave at the UAM Trucking Academy. Out of the 14 universities competing this year UAM placed 3rd!

UAM had a 1st place finish in Wildlife and 3rd place finishes in Wood Technology, DBH estimation, Men’s Bowsaw, Women’s Bowsaw, Chain Throw, Jack & Jill Crosscut, Men’s Crosscut and Pole Felling.
It’s been a steady year of planning and hard work for the forestry club and their advisor Dr. Laura Sims. We’re thankful for the many supporters and alumni who made this event possible and extra special.

Our students placing in the top 3 of the events were:

• Wildlife: Brent Haden & Riley McGihan
• Wood Technology: David Coussens
• DBH Estimation: Holton Johnson
• Men’s Bowsaw: David Coussens
• Women’s Bowsaw: Marce Aranda
• Chain Throw: Hannah Hopson & Tate Tanner
• Jack & Jill Crosscut: Marce Aranda & Tate Tanner
• Men’s Crosscut: Tate Tanner & Josh Meyers
• Pole Felling: Caleb Van Pelt