Education majors Dally Thompson, left, Hudson Trusty, and Lakendra Fisher attend classes at UA Little Rock. Photo by Benjamin Krain

Windgate Foundation Supports Teacher Education with $3.5 Million Grant

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received a $3.5 million grant from the Windgate Foundation to endow the directorship of its School of Education. This gift will support the transformation of teacher education at UA Little Rock in its quest to become a premier provider of teachers in the state. Continue reading “Windgate Foundation Supports Teacher Education with $3.5 Million Grant”

The university formally broke ground on the Trojan Way and Library Plaza project during a groundbreaking ceremony one campus.

UA Little Rock Breaks Ground on Transformational Campus Improvement Projects

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock broke ground on a series of campus improvement and renovation projects that will significantly transform the face of the university for years to come during a Dec. 2 groundbreaking ceremony outside Ottenheimer Library. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Breaks Ground on Transformational Campus Improvement Projects”

Chancellor Christy Drale, student veteran Jameice Flowers and members of the UA Little Rock Military Student Success Center participate in a Veterans Day ceremony on campus.

UA Little Rock Celebrates Military Heroes

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock held a Veterans Day Ceremony to commemorate the university’s military students and veterans. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Celebrates Military Heroes”

UA Little Rock Chancellor Drale has taken part in a panel discussion at Brookings in Washington, D.C. that brought together leaders in higher education and nonprofit policy experts to discuss the role that regional public universities play in promoting economic development for disadvantaged communities.

Chancellor Drale Takes Part in Brookings Panel Discussing Leveraging Public Universities to Promote Economic Development

UA Little Rock Chancellor Drale has taken part in a panel discussion at Brookings in Washington, D.C. that brought together leaders in higher education and nonprofit policy experts to discuss the role that regional public universities play in promoting economic development for disadvantaged communities. Continue reading “Chancellor Drale Takes Part in Brookings Panel Discussing Leveraging Public Universities to Promote Economic Development”

Amazon Career Choice Classroom

Amazon Selects UA Little Rock, UA – Pulaski Tech for Career Choice Program

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College were selected as education partners for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees in Central Arkansas with access to more than 180 accredited degree programs.  Continue reading “Amazon Selects UA Little Rock, UA – Pulaski Tech for Career Choice Program”

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UA Little Rock Issues Proclamation on National Day of Racial Healing 2022

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has issued a proclamation joining the State of Arkansas in designating Jan. 18 as the National Day of Racial Healing 2022. UA Little Rock will join communities and campuses across the state in celebrating a weeklong schedule of events in observance of the National Day of Racial Healing.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock Issues Proclamation on National Day of Racial Healing 2022”

A collaboration with UA Little Rock, UA Pine Bluff, the Forge Institute and Axiom was announced at a press conference Wednesday to establish the Consortium for Cyber Innovation with the purpose of developing and aligning cyber education and growing applied research capabilities in the state.

UA Little Rock, Forge Institute, and UAPB Announce Creation of Consortium for Cyber Innovation

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has partnered with the Forge Institute and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to establish the Consortium for Cyber Innovation (CCI) to meet the country’s growing need for skilled cybersecurity professionals. Continue reading “UA Little Rock, Forge Institute, and UAPB Announce Creation of Consortium for Cyber Innovation”

UA Little Rock is launching its new branding campaign, "Expect More," during BBQ at Bailey on Oct. 12.

UA Little Rock Launches New Campaign with Enhanced Brand Promise

Following months of research and creative innovation, UA Little Rock will launch its newest campaign with an enhanced brand promise: Expect More during the annual BBQ at Bailey event Oct. 12 at the Bailey Alumni and Friends Center. The comprehensive communications and marketing campaign will reach beyond advertising, reflecting the fresh momentum and energy at the university. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Launches New Campaign with Enhanced Brand Promise”