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”

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UA Little Rock to honor members of military with week of events

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will honor its veterans and military service members with celebratory events during “Heart of Servicemember” Week Nov. 12-16.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock to honor members of military with week of events”

New signs acknowledge UA Little Rock as ‘Purple Heart University’

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock recently received the signage for its designation as a “Purple Heart University,” a moniker signifying the university’s recognition and support for veterans who were wounded in combat while serving the country. Continue reading “New signs acknowledge UA Little Rock as ‘Purple Heart University’”

An American flag flies over the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

UALR to host Veterans Appreciation Week

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will honor its student, faculty and staff veterans during its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11.

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Plenty UALR homecoming, veterans appreciation activities remain

This week, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is showing its gratitude to veterans during Veterans Appreciation Week and also is hosting the school’s first-ever November UALR homecoming.

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Veteran earns scholarship to pursue doctoral studies

Jacob Laan, a third-year criminal justice doctoral student at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, is this year’s recipient of the $2,500 AT&T War Memorial Scholarship.

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UALR veteran receives AT&T War Memorial Scholarship

UALR senior Wendy McCloud of North Little Rock received her second consecutive $2,500 AT&T War Memorial Scholarship Oct. 18 at the University of Arkansas Razorback game at War Memorial Stadium. Continue reading “UALR veteran receives AT&T War Memorial Scholarship”

Online programs, incentives a bonus for military

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s tuition policy regarding military students ensures that all active duty, guard/reserve, or honorably separated veterans will be charged in-state tuition rates and minimal fees regardless of residence or whether enrolled in traditional or online courses. Continue reading “Online programs, incentives a bonus for military”

Pryor to host small business workshop for military Friday

U.S. Sen. Mark Pryor will host a Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee roundtable at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8, in the Donald W. Reynolds Center for Business and Economic Development auditorium. Continue reading “Pryor to host small business workshop for military Friday”