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Minden Taylor spent years doubting whether she belonged in graduate school. This spring, she’s earning a Master of Social Work degree from UA Little Rock. “I envisioned getting the degree, and at the same time, it didn’t seem possible that I would get accepted into the program,” Taylor said. “I actually applied ‘knowing’ I would … From Self-Doubt to Social Work: Minden Taylor Earns Master’s Degree at UA Little Rock

What started as undergraduate research in a laboratory at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has grown into an award-winning startup with the potential to improve cancer treatment for patients around the world. UA Little Rock students and Donaghey Scholars Honors Program members Zane Austin and Nistha Neupane are bringing national attention to campus … UA Little Rock Students Win National Startup Competition for Cancer Research Venture

For Sarah Wolven, communication is more than an academic subject — it’s a survival skill and a source of strength. That lived experience shaped her graduate research on resilience. This month, Wolven will earn a master’s degree in applied communication from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The Magnet Cove, Arkansas, resident earned a … Building Resilience Through Words: Sarah Wolven’s Graduate Journey

Jazmine James decided she wanted to be a lawyer when she was in fifth grade. Years later, that dream seemed deferred. However, a setback became the push she needed to pursue law school. “I was working as a paralegal and loving it, but I was laid off, and alongside applying to more jobs, I finally … Guided by Purpose: Jazmine James Finds Her Calling in the Law

What happens when people don’t get enough sleep? How does financial stress change the way we think? And what does it mean to interact with a system that can think back? At the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, psychology researchers are exploring these questions through a growing network of labs focused on sleep, cognition, … Exploring the Human Mind: Inside UA Little Rock’s Innovative Psychology Labs

Growth has defined Stephen Afolabi’s journey. From his early studies in Nigeria to his research in the United States, he has moved from traditional chemistry into emerging work in machine learning. As he prepares to graduate with a master’s degree in chemistry from UA Little Rock, Afolabi looks back on how much he’s grown. Originally … UA Little Rock Graduate Student Combines Chemistry and Technology to Shape Future of Research

Walking across a graduation stage brings pride, relief, and sometimes a spark of disbelief. For one Little Rock family, that moment will carry a rare sense of unity and accomplishment: three women — two daughters and their mother — each in different fields, each carving her own path, but all reaching the finish line together. … A Family Affair: Mother and Daughters Graduate Together

Dr. Mohsen Rafiei, a faculty member at UA Little Rock, was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Institute for Design Science and Public Policy (IDSPP), a nonprofit organization devoted to advancing the role of design science in legal and public policy discussions.  When asked about the initial reaction to joining the board, … UA Little Rock Professor Joins Board of Institute for Design Science and Public Policy

As Angel Cano prepares to walk across the commencement stage at UA Little Rock, he thinks back to a decision he made as a teenager in Cartagena, Colombia. He was 16 when he left home, recruited to the United States to play baseball and pursue an education. It meant leaving behind family, familiarity and everything … Angel Cano Turned Opportunity into a College Degree at UA Little Rock

When Spencer Knight first chose UA Little Rock, his decision was grounded in practicality. The Donaghey Scholars Program offered him a path to graduate debt-free, an opportunity that allowed him to focus fully on his future. What he found went far beyond financial support. Knight, a double major in electrical and computer engineering, and physics, … From Connection to Opportunity: Spencer Knight Finds His Path at UA Little Rock