Dr. Sloan Davidson, director of the School of Nursing at UA Little Rock, leads a group of nursing students through a simulation in the Center for Simulation Innovation. Photo by Ben Krain.

UA Little Rock Receives $970K Grant to Combat State’s Nursing Shortage

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received a $969,200 grant from the Arkansas Department of Commerce and the Arkansas Linking Industry to Growing Nurses (ALIGN) program to help attract, prepare, and retain more nurses in Arkansas. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Receives $970K Grant to Combat State’s Nursing Shortage”

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”

Adrian Rogers feeds a kangaroo at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary while studying abroad in Australia.

Donaghey Scholar Studies Filmmaking in Australia

Adrian Rogers, a junior mass communication major from Little Rock, has been gaining valuable new skills while studying filmmaking in Australia. Continue reading “Donaghey Scholar Studies Filmmaking in Australia”

UA Little Rock students walk across campus on their way to class during the first day of the fall 2023 semester. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

UA Little Rock Partners with LRSD, NLRSD, and PCSSD to Simplify College Admissions Process for Students

In a groundbreaking initiative, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has signed direct admission agreements with three local school districts, streamlining the path to higher education for thousands of students in central Arkansas. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Partners with LRSD, NLRSD, and PCSSD to Simplify College Admissions Process for Students”

Two young children analyze a piece of paper on a table through a device made out of solo cups.

Summer Laureate Celebrates 45 Years

On July 8, UA Little Rock’s campus will be filled with children in grades K-6 who are attending the Summer Laureate University for Youth program, also known as SLUFY. This year’s program represents a milestone as it marks the 45th year of the program. Continue reading “Summer Laureate Celebrates 45 Years”

Dr. Rebecca Glazier, director of the Little Rock Congregations Study, shares her research with faith leaders in Arkansas during the Race and Faith Summit at the UA Little Rock Downtown Center. Photo by Ben Krain.

Little Rock Congregations Study Releases Free Survey to Public

Since 2012, University of Arkansas at Little Rock students and professors have been conducting research on the intersection of religion, politics, and community engagement during election years through the Little Rock Congregations Study. Continue reading “Little Rock Congregations Study Releases Free Survey to Public”

UA Little Rock faculty, staff, students, and guests participate in a classroom dedication ceremony of the newly renovated USAble Life Classroom. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

UA Little Rock Dedicates USAble Life Classroom for Business Students

Dozens of university leaders, faculty, students, alumni, and business leaders gathered to celebrate the dedication of a newly renovated classroom that will enhance the learning environment for future business leaders at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Dedicates USAble Life Classroom for Business Students”

UA Little Rock professors and education students signaled their commitment to education in Arkansas by participating in the Arkansas Department of Education’s (ADHE) annual Educator Commitment Signing Day that took place at the Arkansas State Capitol on May 3.

UA Little Rock Education Students Participate in Educator Commitment Signing Day

UA Little Rock professors and education students signaled their commitment to education in Arkansas by participating in the Educator Commitment Signing Day that took place at the Arkansas State Capitol on May 3. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Education Students Participate in Educator Commitment Signing Day”