Jack Higginbotham is the new Staff Senate president.

Higginbotham Named Next President of Staff Senate

Jack Higginbotham, a buyer for Procurement Services at UA Little Rock, will be taking on a new leadership role. In July, Higginbotham will begin his tenure as the new president of Staff Senate. Continue reading “Higginbotham Named Next President of Staff Senate”

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”

Music major Andrew Battie was selected as a semifinalist in the National Student Auditions. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

Star Quality: UA Little Rock Student Advances to National NATS Competition

A UA Little Rock student will have the chance to showcase his musical talent on a national stage during the 2024 National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) National Conference held June 28 to July 2 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Continue reading “Star Quality: UA Little Rock Student Advances to National NATS Competition”

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”