The early years of the new junior college were guided by the dreams and diligence of LRJC founder, John A. Larson (president, 1930–1950). Despite limited funding, Larson was determined to see LRJC flourish. In 1929 his aspirations for expanding the junior college were fulfilled when former Arkansas Governor George W.Donaghey named LRJC as the sole beneficiary of a trust valued in excess of $2 million. The gift was the largest single donation to an Arkansas institution up to that time and helped sustain LRJC’s growth for years to come.
The John A. Larson Society – This society recognizes cumulative giving of $25,000 and above and is named in honor of John A. Larson, the founder and president of Little Rock Junior College.
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