Commencement 2025

As he prepares to graduate this fall, Stephen Little has proven that success at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is as much about mental focus as it is physical strength. A senior psychology major and standout Little Rock Trojans wrestler, Little is entering his fourth season on the mat with an impressive 60-12 … Balancing Mind and Muscle: UA Little Rock Wrestler Stephen Little’s Journey to Graduation

Ally DeSordi came to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with two passions: swimming and teaching. Four years later, the Omaha, Nebraska native and senior Little Rock Trojans swimmer will graduate from UA Little Rock on Dec. 13 in K–12 Health and Physical Education and carries with her the lessons, mentors, and experiences that … Senior Swimmer Sets Course for Teaching Career

Robert Bennett’s path to becoming a lawyer wasn’t just about pursuing a dream, but about honoring the man who helped shape it. While Bennett is proud to graduate from UA Little Rock’s William H. School of Law, he also wishes he could share it with the person who inspired him most – his grandfather and … Grandfather’s Influence Guides Law Graduate’s Journey to Serve Others

UA Little Rock student Vivian Angeles has graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on May 17 with two bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice and English.  Originally from Glenwood, Arkansas, Angeles decided to go to UA Little Rock after hearing so many great things about it.  “I had heard so many great things … Vivian Angeles Graduates with Two Bachelor’s Degrees in Criminal Justice and English 

Chris Carlisle of Perryville has worn many hats – retail manager, houseparent, and homeschool teacher – but through every career twist and turn, one goal stayed quietly in his heart: attending law school. “I’ve wanted to attend law school since I was very young; it just took a while to get the courage to do … Chris Carlisle’s Journey: Law School, Life Lessons, and a Dream Realized

When Armin Mortazi co-founded the Pre-Health Club at UA Little Rock, he hoped to offer his peers something he knew was vital for future healthcare professionals—early exposure, shared experience, and a sense of support. That hope became a reality when more than 50 students packed into a lecture hall for one of the club’s first … UA Little Rock Scholar Blends Science and Service on Path to Medical School

Alycia Jameson, a Little Rock native, graduated with her Juris Doctor from the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law on May 17. She is passionate about immigration law and hopes to use her degree to advocate for Arkansas immigrants in need of legal representation. Her interest in immigration law began in high … Guided by Purpose: Bowen Law Grad Builds a Legacy of Advocacy and Leadership

Ginny Oswalt never planned to earn a Master of Business Administration. But after an unexpected career shift and a growing passion for finance, the Louisiana native who was raised in Little Rock has recently graduated with her MBA from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Oswalt first came to UA Little Rock as an … From Health to Finance: Oswalt’s Journey to an MBA

After more than a decade in bookkeeping and years of stop-and-start college courses, Courtney Ingram took a leap of faith that has led her to become one of the first graduates of UA Little Rock’s cybersecurity program and to a promotion in a fast-growing tech field she never imagined herself in. When Ingram sat at … Courtney Ingram Transforms Career Through UA Little Rock’s Cybersecurity Program

More than four decades after he first stepped foot on the campus of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, artist and framemaker Barrie Bryant is completing a journey he began in the 1980s. On May 17, Bryant will graduate from UA Little Rock with a Bachelor of Arts in interdisciplinary studies, a milestone that … Talented Artist Completes UA Little Rock Degree Started More Than 40 Years Ago