UA Little Rock presents political research talk April 3

Faculty, staff, and students at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock have the opportunity to hear political researcher Dr. Martijn Schoonvelde discuss his latest research with the UA Little Rock School of Public Affairs. Continue reading “UA Little Rock presents political research talk April 3”

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UALR alum named Marco Rubio chief of staff

Clint Reed, a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has been promoted to chief of staff for former Republican presidential candidate and U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida. Continue reading “UALR alum named Marco Rubio chief of staff”

UALR student Andrea Elias rides a camel through the Moroccan desert during a trip to the International Model Arab League in Morocco.

UALR students take home International Model Arab League awards

A group of 15 University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Clinton School of Public Service students who attended the International Model Arab League in Morocco brought home several awards for their diplomatic efforts.  Continue reading “UALR students take home International Model Arab League awards”

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UALR political science professors to discuss election results Nov. 10

Political science professors from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will be on hand to answer community members’ burning post-election questions on Thursday, Nov. 10.

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Rebecca Glazier (left) and Warigia Bowman (right)

Researchers study how religious organizations influence political efficacy in 2016 presidential election

Researchers from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service are studying how politics and religion mesh in the 2016 presidential election.  Continue reading “Researchers study how religious organizations influence political efficacy in 2016 presidential election”

UALR political science professors to hold discussion of presidential election Oct. 25

Tired of listening to a presidential election filled with insults and scandals? Come hear about the real issues at stake in the U.S. presidential election from political experts at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.  Continue reading “UALR political science professors to hold discussion of presidential election Oct. 25”

Get registered to vote Sept. 27

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will host a voting registration drive on Tuesday, Sept. 27, in Donaghey Student Center Foyer.  Continue reading “Get registered to vote Sept. 27”

Applications for Certified Public Manager Program being accepted

The Arkansas Public Administration Consortium at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is accepting applications for the Certified Public Manager Program until July 15.

A cooperative program of UALR, Arkansas State University, and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, the consortium has successfully trained and educated managers and leaders from the public and nonprofit sectors since 1984.

The program is nationally accredited and is intended for managers in government and nonprofit work. Training will begin in August.

Benefits of the program include earning a nationally recognized certification, enhancing management knowledge and abilities, expanding professional relationships, and participating in highly interactive courses designed for public-sector professionals.

Visit the Certified Public Manager Program website to view an application and program handbook.

For more information, contact Program Manager Anna Swaim at arswaim@ualr.edu or 501.569.3090.

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UALR launches new School of Public Affairs

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will launch its new School of Public Affairs on July 1 to serve as a hub for UALR programs that share a focus on government, politics, nonprofit organizations, and public service.

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