UAHT HVAC Student Eric Lacefield Wins Malco "Head of Class" Award

The University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana student is being recognized for his hard work and dedication in the HVAC program.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 5:26pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a single, iconic HVAC tool like a wrench or screwdriver, repeated in a tight grid pattern in vibrant neon colors with heavy black outlines, conceptually representing the recognition of an exceptional HVAC student's achievements.The Malco "Head of the Class" award highlights the excellence and dedication of HVAC students like Eric Lacefield, who is already putting his skills to work.Blevins Today

Eric Lacefield, a student in the HVAC program at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, has been named the "Head of the Class" by Malco Products, Inc. as part of their nationwide student recognition program. Lacefield was selected for the honor based on his attendance, class participation, academic performance, and internship experience, and he has already begun working in the maintenance department at UAHT, gaining valuable real-world experience even before completing the program.

Why it matters

The Malco "Head of the Class" award highlights top-performing HVAC students, spotlighting those who demonstrate excellence in technical training and workforce readiness. This recognition helps showcase the quality of UAHT's HVAC program and the hard work and dedication of its students, which can inspire others to pursue similar paths.

The details

As part of the Malco "Head of the Class" recognition, Lacefield received a certificate, a Malco cap, and a professional HVAC service tool kit to help him continue building his career. He is set to graduate this spring with honors from the UAHT HVAC program.

  • Eric Lacefield was named the "Head of the Class" in April 2026.
  • Lacefield is set to graduate from the UAHT HVAC program this spring.

The players

Eric Lacefield

A student in the HVAC program at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana who was named the "Head of the Class" by Malco Products, Inc. for his hard work, dedication, and excellence in the program.

Malco Products, Inc.

A nationwide company that sponsors a student recognition program to highlight top-performing HVAC students who demonstrate excellence in technical training and workforce readiness.

University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT)

The college where Eric Lacefield is a student in the HVAC program and where he has already begun working in the maintenance department, gaining valuable real-world experience.

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What’s next

Lacefield is set to graduate from the UAHT HVAC program this spring with honors.

The takeaway

This recognition highlights the quality of UAHT's HVAC program and the hard work and dedication of its students, which can inspire others to pursue similar paths in the HVAC industry and demonstrate the value of hands-on learning and real-world experience.