Alumna plays lead in ‘Caroline, or Change’

When a friend told recent UALR graduate Satia Spencer that she should audition for a part in the local production of the musical, “Caroline, or Change,” she didn’t anticipate having so much in common with a character from the 1960s. Continue reading “Alumna plays lead in ‘Caroline, or Change’”

Alumnus receives Fulbright Scholar grant to study in Brazil

The U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board announced recently that a University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumnus has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant to lecture and perform research in Brazil during the 2014-2015 academic year. Continue reading “Alumnus receives Fulbright Scholar grant to study in Brazil”

Self-made millionaire donates $1 million to UALR for scholarships

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has been selected for a $1 million endowment that will support scholarships for nontraditional college students who want to return to school to finish their college education. Continue reading “Self-made millionaire donates $1 million to UALR for scholarships”

UALR to honor DoD official, others, during annual luncheon

A Department of Defense official, a distinguished attorney, and a Donaghey Scholar are among the recipients who will be honored at the annual 2014 University of Arkansas at Little Rock Alumni Awards luncheon May 16. Continue reading “UALR to honor DoD official, others, during annual luncheon”

UALR breaks ground on new Alumni Brick Plaza

Work is under way this week to install commemorative brick pavers in the new Alumni Brick Plaza at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Continue reading “UALR breaks ground on new Alumni Brick Plaza”

International education association recognizes staff achievements

Several University of Arkansas at Little Rock staff recently earned communications awards from the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education, an international association of education institutions. Continue reading “International education association recognizes staff achievements”

Alum to oversee headquarters of Lions Clubs International

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumnus has been appointed executive administrator of Lions Clubs International. Continue reading “Alum to oversee headquarters of Lions Clubs International”

“Finale” to honor TV anchor Craig O’Neill and artist Jane F. Hankins

Craig O’Neill and Jane F. Hankins will be feted at the ninth annual Finale, hosted by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The couple are avid, long-time supporters of UALR’s arts programs. Continue reading ““Finale” to honor TV anchor Craig O’Neill and artist Jane F. Hankins”

Taste of Little Rock to honor Dickinson April 3

UALR’s Alumni Association will celebrate its 11th annual Taste of Little Rock from 6 to 8 p.m. this Thursday, April 3, at the UALR Bailey Alumni and Friends Center in honor of Haskell Dickinson II. Continue reading “Taste of Little Rock to honor Dickinson April 3”

UALR mourns loss of Professor Emeritus Dr. James H. Fribourgh

The UALR campus is mourning the loss of Professor Emeritus Dr. James H. Fribourgh, who passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2014.

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