First-generation college students and new transfer students participate in a Welcome Week back to school event on campus.

Cultivating Student Success: How UA Little Rock Resources Empower First-Generation Students

November is First-Generation College Student Celebration Month. With more than 40 percent of its student population being first-generation students, UA Little Rock is especially committed to providing resources that help this special group of students reach their potential.  Continue reading “Cultivating Student Success: How UA Little Rock Resources Empower First-Generation Students”

Shanna Parker

UA Little Rock Launches New Program to Provide Child Care Funding for Low-Income Students

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has launched a new program to help university students find and afford quality child care so they can complete their college education. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Launches New Program to Provide Child Care Funding for Low-Income Students”

Angie Faller

Faller Earns National Awards in 2021 National Federation of Press Women Conference

A UA Little Rock communications professional was one of many Arkansas professionals who received national awards from the National Federation of Press Women’s 2021 communications contest.  Continue reading “Faller Earns National Awards in 2021 National Federation of Press Women Conference”

Heather Reed

Reed Recognized For Volunteer Work with Phi Kappa Phi

Heather Reed, director of student retention initiatives at UA Little Rock, is one of four Phi Kappa Phi volunteers across the nation who was highlighted in celebration of National Volunteer Week. Continue reading “Reed Recognized For Volunteer Work with Phi Kappa Phi”

Care Team makes difference in lives of UA Little Rock students in need

While college students across the country have faced unprecedented challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has created a new team of student advocates who have been making a difference for students in need.

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The newly established COVID-19 Student Support Fund will support students facing immediate needs, including reduced job hours and income, food and housing insecurity, technology needs, access to healthcare, and other unforeseen expenses.

UA Little Rock community comes together to support students during COVID-19 pandemic

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock community has come together to help students facing critical financial needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock community comes together to support students during COVID-19 pandemic”