The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received the largest single gift in the institution’s 93-year history, announced during the May 21 meeting of the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas. The $25 million gift from an anonymous donor will support the university’s strategic enrollment management plan and help UA Little Rock students achieve a world-class education.
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Chassidy Siratt, of Malvern, has graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art. In the fall, she will continue her education at UA Little Rock in the graduate visual arts program. Continue reading “Graduate Student Spotlight on Chassidy Siratt”
This year’s president of the Student Government Association not only captured the hearts and minds of the student body of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, but her impressive achievements during her UA Little Rock career also earned her the 2020 Edward L. Whitbeck Memorial Award. Continue reading “Zakrzewski named 2020 Whitbeck Memorial Award winner”
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate who celebrated her 53rd birthday on the day of commencement is looking forward to a future of helping children in the juvenile justice system. Continue reading “UA Little Rock grad dreams of helping children in the juvenile justice system”
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law graduate has plans to put his legal skills to use in a career as a Judge Advocate General (JAG) officer. Continue reading “Bowen grad plans to utilize legal skills for JAG career”
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate wants to make the world a better place by becoming a scholar in transitional justice and peace building in countries affected by conflict and civil war. Continue reading “UA Little Rock grad plans to transform the world through transitional justice, conflict research”
In 2011, Colleen Godley, of Cabot, faced the devastating loss of her job when the Conestoga Wood Specialities warehouse in Little Rock closed down. Continue reading “Graduating UA Little Rock employee lands master’s degree and dream job”
When Rebecca Glazier first began the Little Rock Congregations Study in 2012, her goal was to learn about faith-based community engagement and to provide her students with an opportunity to learn outside the classroom. In 2020, her goal is to use the results to make a difference in the community by bringing together congregations and nonprofits who want to tackle Little Rock’s biggest problems. Continue reading “Little Rock Congregations Study seeks to benefit, connect congregations through new survey”
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock Staff Senate has awarded $250 scholarships to five staff members who are pursuing their education and careers at UA Little Rock. Continue reading “Five staff members selected as recipients of Staff Senate Scholarship “
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has selected Dechantria “Dee Dee” Wallace, a counselor in the College of Education and Health Professions Advising and Support Center, as the 2020 winner of the Outstanding Academic Advisor Award. Continue reading “Wallace selected as Outstanding Academic Advisor of 2020”