Applied Communication Program

Andrew Pyle’s passion for teaching and student success has guided his career in higher education and recently led to his appointment as associate dean of undergraduate learning at Clemson University. Pyle earned a Master of Arts in Applied Communication Studies from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2011. “I was honored to be … UA Little Rock Alumnus Named Associate Dean at Clemson University

For years, Karen Grace Johnson was the one offering guidance. As a respiratory therapist and later a pulmonary disease navigator, she encouraged others to continue their education and pursue new opportunities. When she decided to pursue a bachelor’s degree herself, it was her son, Jeffrey Andrews, who helped show her the way. This spring, the … A Family Milestone: Mother and Son Graduate Together from UA Little Rock

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

What began as a quest to learn more about her family’s heritage has led one University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate student to help identify more than 60 previously unknown victims and perpetrators in cold cases across the United States and Canada. One of those cases hit especially close to home. Stephanie Wyatt, an … UA Little Rock Graduate Student Helps Identify Cold Case Victim After More Than 30 Years

UA Little Rock has announced the recipients of its 2026 Faculty Excellence Awards, recognizing outstanding faculty members for their contributions in teaching, research and creative works, public service, social justice, and rising faculty achievement. Selected from college-level honorees, this year’s winners represent the highest level of achievement across the university. Winners are recognized for excellence … UA Little Rock Announces 2026 Faculty Excellence Award Winners

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

Nathan Jeffers has built his career on the belief that clear, compassionate communication can change lives. The Jacksonville native, who now lives in Cabot, serves as director of marketing and public relations at CARTI, an Arkansas-based cancer care network with 18 locations. He stepped into the role after a personal health experience reshaped his perspective … UA Little Rock Alum Nathan Jeffers Leads Marketing and PR at CARTI

Adena J. White found her way to UA Little Rock at a pivotal moment in her career. She realized that to grow professionally, she needed more than experience. She needed direction. That decision ultimately helped shape her path as a storyteller, strategist, and community leader. Originally from Center Ridge and now living in Conway, White … Alumna Adena J. White Turned a Career Crossroads into a Mission-Driven Future

When Drayson Hill crosses the stage on Dec. 13 at UA Little Rock, it will be the culmination of years spent overcoming medical challenges, rebuilding confidence, and finding his way back to school to finish his degree. For the marketing director at Chick-fil-A on 7th Street and Broadway in Little Rock, the moment marks a … Future Leader, UA Little Rock Graduate Demonstrates Resilience

Four UA Little Rock students in the Department of Applied Communication recently received recognition for their work and significant contributions to the community. Each spring, the department offers two awards that honor deserving undergraduate and graduate students in the program. The awards — the Distinguished Student Scholar Award and the Students Making a Difference Award … Department of Applied Communication Recognizes Outstanding Students, Alumni, and Community Partners