UA Little Rock grad helps veterans through VA fellowship

Ever since Robbin Cochran decided to become a social worker, she hoped to use her skills to help veterans as a tribute to her many relatives who have served this country.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock grad helps veterans through VA fellowship”

Ariel Lackey, a master’s student in social work, received the Big Red Stores/Family Market scholarship for the 2019-20 year.

UA Little Rock scholarship empowers future counselor Ariel Lackey to pursue dream

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate student is one step closer to fulfilling her dream of becoming a mental health counselor thanks to a $2,500 scholarship. Continue reading “UA Little Rock scholarship empowers future counselor Ariel Lackey to pursue dream”

UA Little Rock social work graduate Cadie Foscue bought her house in the Oak Forest neighborhood through the University District first time homebuyer program. Photo by Ben Krain.

UA Little Rock alum becomes homeowner through University District affordable housing program

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate has achieved her dream of becoming a homeowner with the help of the University District’s First Time Homebuyer Program.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock alum becomes homeowner through University District affordable housing program”

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UA Little Rock faculty members awarded grants for open educational materials

Ten University of Arkansas at Little Rock professors have received grants that will make learning more accessible by creating open educational resources for their courses.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock faculty members awarded grants for open educational materials”

Rebecca Ward

Ward to receive 2017 UA Little Rock Presidents Award

When Rebecca Ward discovered a need for social work student scholarships at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, she quickly jumped into action.  Continue reading “Ward to receive 2017 UA Little Rock Presidents Award”

Conique Howard

Grad earns social work degree more than a decade after leaving UA Little Rock

Conique Howard first attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2002. After three semesters, she left to work full time to support her family. Continue reading “Grad earns social work degree more than a decade after leaving UA Little Rock”