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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has officially launched planning efforts for its centennial celebration, marking a significant milestone for the institution. The centennial celebration will begin July 1, 2026, marking 100 years since the university’s founding. Events throughout the year-long celebration will reflect on the institution’s history and explore its future direction. A … UA Little Rock Centennial Committee Begins Planning for 100-Year Celebration

University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumna Samantha Stewart is making a name for herself in Arkansas’s food scene. As CFO and owner of Certified Pies, Stewart has helped grow the restaurant into a local favorite — even earning recognition from Southern Living for serving some of the best wings in the South. Stewart graduated … UA Little Rock Alumna Turns Class Project Roots into Food Scene Success

Leaders from several top employers of University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduates are serving on the host committee for the 2026 Taste of Little Rock. Many of the organizations represented are among the top fifteen employers of UA Little Rock alumni. About 85 percent of UA Little Rock graduates stay in Central Arkansas after … Top Employers of UA Little Rock Graduates Represented on 2026 Taste of Little Rock Host Committee

For Codi Blackmon, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is more than a university — it’s a family legacy. After following in her mother’s footsteps, she’s now encouraging her own son to continue the tradition of higher education at the university. Blackmon earned a master’s degree in professional and technical writing from UA Little … UA Little Rock Alumna Earns National Dissertation Honor

The Birch family has established the Birch Family Endowed Scholarship at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, creating new opportunities for students balancing work and college while pursuing their degrees. The $25,000 gift will provide scholarship support for undergraduate students and is designed to help offset education-related expenses, including tuition, books, and fees. Robert … Three Generations of Birch Family Establish Scholarship to Support Students at UA Little Rock

Jared Lemus said he believes the best stories are those that leave a lasting impression on readers. A graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Lemus published his debut short story collection, Guatemalan Rhapsody, with HarperCollins in 2025. Set in Guatemala, the collection explores interconnected lives, community, and identity through lyrical, character-driven narratives. … UA Little Rock Alum Publishes Debut Story Collection

UA Little Rock Greek alumni are invited to reconnect during the Greek Alumni Reunion, part of Homecoming festivities, on Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Jack Stephens Center. The event brings fraternity and sorority alumni together for an evening of Trojan basketball and camaraderie as the Little Rock Trojans men’s and women’s teams take on Morehead … Greek Alumni Host Committee to Lead Homecoming Reunion Night

Dr. Robert C. Mock, Jr., president of Peru State College in Nebraska and a UA Little Rock alumnus, will return to campus for a leadership lecture hosted by the Applied Communications Program at UA Little Rock. The lecture will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mock will share insights from his … Leadership Lecture: Dr. Robert C. Mock Jr. to Discuss Impact of UA Little Rock Education

By day, Maggie Kealy-Machella served as a public affairs officer at Little Rock Air Force Base eight years ago. By night, she tackled graduate coursework — fueled by determination that later helped launch her into senior communications leadership in the U.S. Air Force. The South Side of Chicago native now helps shape communication strategy for … UA Little Rock Alum Leads Strategic Communications for Major Air Force Command

The UA Little Rock Alumni Association invites alumni to enjoy a day of excitement and connection with a group trip to Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort on Saturday, April 18, for Alumni Day at the Races.  A chartered bus will depart at 9:30 a.m. from Lot 13, directly across from the Bailey Alumni Center, with arrival … Alumni Day at the Races