College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE)

Lawson Bear came to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock four years ago to study music. Now, after graduating with a degree in music and a minor in theatre … UA Little Rock Graduate Lawson Bear Finds a New Calling in Theater

When Jamal Hockaday crossed the commencement stage at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, he celebrated more than earning two degrees. His graduation marked the fulfillment of a promise … Serving Beyond the Badge: Hockaday Graduates with Honors

A 2015 University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumnus was awarded the Educator Recognition Award by the Arkansans for Gifted and Talented Education (AGATE) in February. April Blackburn, longtime K-12 … UA Little Rock Alum Uses Closet of 300 Costumes to Inspire Students

Long before becoming a four-year starter for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock wrestling team, a PAC-12 champion, or an NCAA All-American, Matthew Bianchi was a high school wrestler … Trading the Mat for the Microphone

Minden Taylor spent years doubting whether she belonged in graduate school. This spring, she’s earning a Master of Social Work degree from UA Little Rock. “I envisioned getting the degree, … From Self-Doubt to Social Work: Minden Taylor Earns Master’s Degree at UA Little Rock

Frank Thurmond, an English instructor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, recently earned the Phillip H. McMath Post-Publication Book Award for his debut novel, Lottie Deno: A Novel … UA Little Rock Faculty Frank Thurmond Wins McMath Post-Publication Book Award for Debut Novel

While many graduate students spend evenings studying in the library, Cole Clark spent his time balancing coursework with the fast-paced demands of Little Rock Baseball. For the Clarksville, Arkansas, native, … Cole Clark Combines Baseball and Academics at UA Little Rock

Six UA Little Rock students learned where they will complete year-long teaching residencies during the 2026–27 academic year and are eager to begin working alongside mentor teachers in Central Arkansas … UA Little Rock Teacher Residents Celebrate Match Day, Begin Journey Into Arkansas Classrooms

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Dr. Jeremy Ecke dean of the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE) following a national search. His appointment … Jeremy Ecke Named Dean of the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education at UA Little Rock

When Skylar Boone graduates in May with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, she will mark years of determined effort … Designing Her Future: Skylar Boone Prepares to Graduate with Graphic Design Degree