Bowen School of Law Announces Admissions Leadership Updates
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law is strengthening its admissions leadership team with the continued service of Assistant Dean for Admissions and Enrollment Management MaryScott Timmis and the appointment of Gabriela Wells as director of admissions.
Timmis, who joined Bowen in late 2025, has spent the past several months leading the law school’s admissions and enrollment strategy. In her role, she oversees recruitment efforts, applicant engagement, and initiatives designed to support prospective students as they pursue legal education.
Prior to joining Bowen, Timmis practiced at Wright, Lindsey & Jennings as a registered patent attorney. She earned her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the University of Mississippi School of Law, where she served as executive articles editor for the Mississippi Law Journal, chair of the Interprofessional Education Board, and a member of the Moot Court Board. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in engineering, cum laude, from the University of Mississippi. A Little Rock native, Timmis is a graduate of Pulaski Academy.
“Working with prospective students is the most meaningful part of this role,” Timmis said. “I enjoy getting to know each person’s story, reading their experiences, and helping them see what’s possible for their future. I look forward to supporting students as they begin their journey toward becoming attorneys who make a difference in their communities.”
Wells recently stepped into her role as director of admissions after serving in the Bowen Admissions Office since 2023. A 2025 graduate of Bowen Law and a concurrent graduate of the Clinton School of Public Service, she brings a recent and personal perspective to the admissions process.
A first-generation college and law student from Pascagoula, Mississippi, Wells understands the challenges prospective students may face when considering legal education and is committed to making that path more accessible.
“I know firsthand how overwhelming the law school admissions process can feel, especially for students who may not see themselves reflected in the legal profession,” Wells said. “In this role, I’m committed to making that path more accessible by providing clear guidance, personal support, and encouragement every step of the way. I want every prospective student to feel that Bowen is a place where they belong and can succeed.”
Wells and Timmis are joined by Amy Rhea, who recently began serving as office coordinator for the Office of Admissions and Records. In this role, Rhea provides administrative support and serves as a first point of contact for prospective students, families, and visitors.
Rhea brings more than seven years of administrative experience in higher education, most recently serving as executive assistant in the Graduate School at the University of Missouri. A Little Rock native, Rhea holds a Master of Arts in professional and technical writing from UA Little Rock.
About the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law
Located in Arkansas’s capital city, the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law provides a nationally recognized, practice-ready legal education deeply connected to the state’s legal system. With a strong emphasis on access to justice, public service, and professionalism, Bowen’s hands-on approach is grounded in mentorship and real-world experience. Graduates are prepared to lead in courtrooms, boardrooms, and communities across Arkansas and beyond.