The class ring program is open to any University of Arkansas student who has completed 60 course credit hours.
Those purchasing a ring will automatically be registered to attend the Ring Ceremony* at the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House in the fall or spring each academic year.
Registrants will receive a confirmation email at the email address provided with purchase. It will include details on how to include guests or decline attending.
*Please note - if you decline to attend the Spring Ring Ceremony, your ring will be shipped to you after May 3, 2024, to the address provided at the time of purchase.
Download Balfour's at-home ring sizing guide to measure your ring size. Disposable sizing kits can be picked up from our local Fayetteville store.
In February 2002, a new tradition began at the University of Arkansas with the unveiling of the Official U of A Ring. The Official Ring was developed as the one and only ring that symbolizes not only the goals achieved by U of A graduates, but also to create a tradition with the purpose of fostering loyalty, pride and recognition of the U of A among graduates and alumni.
The Official Ring's symbolism emphasizes the common bond and shared experience of all U of A graduates and also invokes each wearer to tell his own unique story. Verified attainment of senior status by the U of A registrar will ensure the ring is only worn by those rightly qualified to do so. Eligible students who purchase the rings will receive them during an Official Ring ceremony in the fall or spring.
Graduates can order the ring online directly from Balfour, by calling Balfour at 1-800-BALFOUR (800-225-3687). You must know your finger size to order.
The recognizable tower of Old Main serves as the central point of the ring bezel and stands as our "Beacon of Hope," as sung in our Alma Mater. The beacon is symbolic of how we look to her as a source of enlightenment and guidance through life's changes.
Symbolism
The "Senior Walk" side of the ring combines the rich and sometimes subtle history of the University with the new history each graduate makes. Worn closest to our heart, it represents the academic prowess of the University.
Worn facing the world, the "Razorback Spirit" side of the ring symbolizes the concept that our spirit gives us strength and our strength gives us spirit.