Christina Drale

When students arrive on campus Aug. 24, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock expects to welcome a larger student body than it did last fall.  Preliminary enrollment figures show combined undergraduate and graduate headcount up 5% and nearly 300 students for fall 2026, with student semester credit hours up 11% compared with the same … Undergraduate Credit Hours Up 12% as UA Little Rock Prepares to Welcome the First Fall Class of its Second Century

As the University of Arkansas at Little Rock celebrates its 100th anniversary, newly dedicated custom street signs are leaving a lasting mark on campus while honoring the university’s century of history. Campus and community members gathered Thursday, July 16, at the southeast corner of 28th Street and Campus Drive for the dedication ceremony. The event … UA Little Rock Unveils Custom Street Signs for Centennial Celebration

As the CASE District IV Conference convened in Dallas in April, Dr. Carrie Phillips marked the approaching close of her term as district chair, capping four years of growth, stronger connections, and expanded engagement across the region. Phillips, chief marketing and communications officer at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, will conclude her term … Dr. Carrie Phillips’ CASE Leadership Elevates UA Little Rock on National Stage

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock, a Carnegie classified high research activity (R2) institution, announced it  has secured $12.75 million in federal funding to support veterans services, cutting-edge nanotechnology research, cybersecurity innovation, and advanced social network analysis during a press conference on Thursday.  “UA Little Rock is home to a diverse student body and … UA Little Rock Secures $12.75 Million in Federal Funding to Advance Veterans Services, Nanotechnology, Cybersecurity, and National Defense Research

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville have launched a new 2+2 transfer partnership that allows students to complete their first two years at UACCB and then transition seamlessly to UA Little Rock to earn bachelor’s degrees in middle-level education and nursing without losing credits. The … UA Little Rock, UACCB Partner to Expand Bachelor’s Degree Pathways

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has joined forces with the Office of Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills through the “One Pill Can Kill” Initiative. Attorney General Griffin spoke to students, faculty, and staff about the urgent need to educate young people on … UA Little Rock Joins ‘One Pill Can Kill’ Initiative to Combat Opioid Crisis

With classes underway, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is on track to see one of the largest freshman increases in its history, with freshmen enrollment up 33.3%, or 203 students, over last year.  Growth extends well beyond the freshman class. Sophomore and junior enrollments also increased, contributing to a 4.1% rise in total … UA Little Rock Celebrates Gains in Freshman, Undergraduate, and Corporate Partnership Enrollment

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has launched a transformational new scholarship program with the support of a $7.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to advance its mission of providing access to an affordable, high-quality college education for all Arkansans. UA Little Rock announced the creation of the Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Fund on … UA Little Rock Launches Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Program with $7.5 Million Gift from Windgate Foundation

UA Little Rock Chancellor Christina S. Drale has been awarded the E. Joseph Savoie Chief Executive Leadership Award by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District IV, a prestigious honor recognizing transformational leadership in higher education. The E. Joseph Savoie Leadership Award honors a District IV president or chancellor who has demonstrated … UA Little Rock Chancellor Drale Honored with Prestigious E. Joseph Savoie Leadership Award from CASE District IV

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has reached an exciting milestone in its Centennial Campaign, raising $203 million toward its overall campaign goal of raising $250 million by 2027.