Current Board Members (2025-2026)
President // Brad Jackson
The President is in charge of the overall function of UAACSCE. A slate of officers is appointed by the President and approved by the Board of Directors each year. The president leads the Academy membership in all meetings and projects initiated by the Board and Academy membership. The President is critical to assuring the success of all activities of the Academy.
President-Elect // Chris Wright
In addition to serving as Acting President in the absence of the President, the President-Elect attends all Academy Board and Annual Academy Membership Meetings in order to become familiar with the office of the President. The President-Elect will assume the position as president in the case of vacancy, and acts as keeper of the bylaws.
Secretary // Brandy Umdenstock
The Secretary is in charge of keeping accurate records of Academy meetings, events, and processes. The secretary works in collaboration with chair members to maintain member records and update Academy website and mailing lists. The secretary will also update the minutes as Board meetings are held, and will act as President in the case of vacancy by both President and President-Elect.
Treasurer // Chap Huskison
The treasurer assures that proper procedures and controls exist for the receipt of all Academy member suggested yearly gifts and contributions and that they are received by the CSCE Department for deposit with the University of Arkansas Foundation. The treasurer manages and maintains all Academy balances and updates members accordingly.
Past President // Will Arensman
The Past President primarily chairs the Liaison Committee, and also provides the sitting President with guidance regarding Academy affairs when requested. Past Presidents will also assist the current President in meeting preparation as well as attend meetings and provide guidance to the board of directors.
Board Member // LaTina Washington
Board Members are appointed by officers of the board to assist in Academy operations.
Board Member // Chris Wages
Board Members are appointed by officers of the board to assist in Academy operations.
Board Member // Ben Onukwube
Board Members are appointed by officers of the board to assist in Academy operations.
EECS Department Head // Jia Di
The Head of the EECS Department will be an ex officio member of the Board of Directors. The department head manages University to Academy relations and updates members on the status of students pursuing degrees in computer science and computer engineering.
EECS Department Liaison // Dani Jackson
The EECS Department Liaison is a full-time staff member in the EECS department that acts as a bridge between EECS and UAACSCE. The liaison facilitates communication, coordination, and collaboration between these groups and maintains the UAACSCE websites, social media, event planning, and more. You can contact our liaison, Dani Jackson, at dj016@uark.edu.