Faller gains in-depth knowledge during Little Rock’s R.O.C.K. Academy

Angelita Faller, news director at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, graduated this summer from the six-week R.O.C.K. Academy. The acronym stands for Residents Obtaining Community Knowledge. Continue reading “Faller gains in-depth knowledge during Little Rock’s R.O.C.K. Academy”

Chris Jones

UA Little Rock Juneteenth Speaker Urges Listeners to Vote so They, Others Can Benefit

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock hosted its third annual Juneteenth celebration on June 19, with an all-day commemoration featuring food, fellowship, music, and Dr. Chris Jones as the keynote speaker. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Juneteenth Speaker Urges Listeners to Vote so They, Others Can Benefit”

Ben Miller

Combination of Computer Science Degree, Certificate in Cybersecurity Broadens Career Options for Graduate

Benjamin Miller developed a passion for computer science and technology as a teen growing up in Cabot, Arkansas. That interest ultimately led him to pursue a bachelor’s degree in computer science and a Certificate of Proficiency in Cybersecurity at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

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Faller Elected President of Arkansas Press Women

Angelita Faller, news director at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has been elected president of Arkansas Press Women. An affiliate of the National Federation of Press Women, APW is an association of professional communicators in journalism, public information, business, education, and government. Continue reading “Faller Elected President of Arkansas Press Women”

Tom Brannon visits students at UA Little Rock.

UA Little Rock Alumnus Tom Brannon Shares Broadcast TV Experience

Tom Brannon, the chief meteorologist at CBS affiliate THV11, visited the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on Oct. 24. The UA Little Rock graduate, who has also been a morning show feature reporter and co-anchor, spoke to Dr. Tim Edwards’s Careers in Mass Media class.

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Teachers from around the state participate in the Arkansas STRIVE program. Photo by Ben Krain.

STRIVE Program Empowers Arkansas Educators to Prepare Students for STEM Careers

Debra Rail, a chemistry and physics teacher at Vilonia High School, recently spent 18 days exploring the intricate workings of a lumber and design center.  Continue reading “STRIVE Program Empowers Arkansas Educators to Prepare Students for STEM Careers”

High school students participating in artWAYS attend the Renaissance Faire and Feast based on this year's theme, "The Renaissance." 

UA Little Rock ArtWays Camp Teaches, Inspires Young Artists

More than 40 high school students spent June 17-24 learning and broadening art skills during UA Little Rock’s artWAYS 2023. The free, summer visual arts program for high school juniors and seniors is led by UA Little Rock School of Art and Design faculty.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock ArtWays Camp Teaches, Inspires Young Artists”