Donor Jeanette Hamilton, center, plays the piano surrounded by UA Little Rock music faculty and students, from left to right, Dr. Naoki Hakutani, Stephen Graham, Nakira Bates, Rachel Tsai Ashton Blankenship, and Dr. Linda Holzer. Photo by Ben Krain.

Hamilton Makes Planned Gift to Support Music Students at UA Little Rock

A two-time graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is honoring her lifelong love of music and education with a planned gift to benefit music students. Continue reading “Hamilton Makes Planned Gift to Support Music Students at UA Little Rock”

Chancellor Christina S. Drale addresses Fifty for the Future members at UA Little Rock.

Fifty for the Future Celebrates 60th Anniversary at UA Little Rock

In a special meeting kicking off their 60th anniversary year, Fifty for the Future met at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on Jan. 12 to hear about the unique history between the two organizations. Continue reading “Fifty for the Future Celebrates 60th Anniversary at UA Little Rock”

UA Little Rock Dedicates Newly Renovated Riggs Cat Field Operations Lab

In a testament to the success of industry partnerships and academic innovation, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has dedicated the newly renovated Riggs Cat Field Operations Lab Nov. 30. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Dedicates Newly Renovated Riggs Cat Field Operations Lab”

UA Little Rock students embrace the vibrant campus atmosphere. Photo by Ben Krain.

Empowering Tomorrow: Transform Student Lives with a Giving Tuesday Donation to UA Little Rock

As the world gears up for the season of giving, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is encouraging friends of the university, employees, alumni, students, and the community to come together on Giving Tuesday to make a difference for university students. Continue reading “Empowering Tomorrow: Transform Student Lives with a Giving Tuesday Donation to UA Little Rock”

Alfred Williams

Centennial Campaign Co-Chair Alfred Williams Recognized for Impact to Arkansas Insurance Industry

UA Little Rock leader Alfred Williams, who serves as co-chair of the university’s Centennial Campaign, has been recognized for the impact he has made during his career in the Arkansas insurance industry. Continue reading “Centennial Campaign Co-Chair Alfred Williams Recognized for Impact to Arkansas Insurance Industry”

Staley Electric CEO Brent Staley speaks about the company's history during the dedication of the Staley Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Lab. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

UA Little Rock Dedicates Staley Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Lab

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock dedicated the newly renovated Staley Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Lab Oct. 5 in the Engineering and Applied Technology Sciences building at UA Little Rock. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Dedicates Staley Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Lab”

UA Little Rock employees, students, and donors attend the dedication of the newly renovated James A. Rogers Soils Lab Sept. 18 in the Engineering and Applied Technology Sciences building at UA Little Rock. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

UA Little Rock Dedicates James A. Rogers Soils Lab

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock dedicated the newly renovated James A. Rogers Soils Lab Sept. 18 in the Engineering and Applied Technology Sciences building at UA Little Rock. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Dedicates James A. Rogers Soils Lab”

Students who received scholarships greet guests of the UA Little Rock Centennial Celebration Kickoff fundraising event. Photo by Ben Krain.

Uniting for a Brighter Tomorrow: UA Little Rock Alumni Looking to Impact Next Century of Education for Future Students

Thousands of UA Little Rock alumni are making a difference by joining the Alumni Association, where they connect with a passionate community of graduates while helping support the university’s mission of providing a high-quality, affordable, and accessible college education for students. Continue reading “Uniting for a Brighter Tomorrow: UA Little Rock Alumni Looking to Impact Next Century of Education for Future Students”

Cindy Conger

Conger Donates $125,000 to Support Student Success, Theatre Operations at UA Little Rock

Cindy Conger, founder of Conger Wealth Management, has donated $125,000 to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock that will provide grants for student research, create a student emergency fund, and cover operational expenses for the university’s theatre program.  Continue reading “Conger Donates $125,000 to Support Student Success, Theatre Operations at UA Little Rock”

Taste of Little Rock Honoree James Bobo, middle, catches up with Centennial Campaign Co-Chairs Jerry Damerow and Alfred Williams.

UA Little Rock Holds Most Popular Taste of Little Rock to Date, Breaks Giving Day Goals

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock held its most popular Taste of Little Rock event, presented by PepsiCo, in history, while simultaneously breaking its goal of raising more than half a million dollars during the university’s annual Giving Day. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Holds Most Popular Taste of Little Rock to Date, Breaks Giving Day Goals”