Communications and Marketing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Ryan Anderson as director of communications in the Office of Communications and Marketing, effective July 6, 2026. Anderson comes to UA Little Rock following nearly four years as the state higher education reporter for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, where he covered colleges and universities throughout Arkansas, including … Ryan Anderson Named Director of Communications at UA Little Rock

Carrie Phillips, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s chief communications and marketing officer, has been recognized by her peers in the field of educational advancement for her long and distinguished efforts in that arena.  At the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) annual Marketing and Branding Conference on June 22, Phillips received … UA Little Rock’s Carrie Phillips Receives CASE Crystal Apple Award for Years of Outstanding Service

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, and at the same time, it didn’t seem possible that I would get accepted into the program,” Taylor said. “I actually applied ‘knowing’ I would … From Self-Doubt to Social Work: Minden Taylor Earns Master’s Degree at UA Little Rock

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 has honored three staff members for their exceptional work in the areas of personal growth, service to the university, and community service. Nathan Treece received the Personal Growth Award, Sydney Ambrus received the Ben Fry Service to UA Little Rock Award, and Ronda Petray received the Community Service … UA Little Rock Honors Treece, Ambrus, Petray with 2026 Staff Achievement Awards

Dr. Carrie Phillips, chief communications and marketing officer at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has been named Texas Tech University’s 2025 Raider on the Rise, an honor recognizing standout alumni whose leadership is transforming their fields. Phillips received the award recently during the university’s Distinguished Alumni Dinner in Lubbock, Texas. The recognition underscores … UA Little Rock’s Carrie Phillips Named Texas Tech’s 2025 Raider on the Rise

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has added two new employees and announced a promotion within its Advancement and Communications divisions, strengthening the university’s efforts to share its story and engage the community. Molly Coleman has joined the Office of Communications and Marketing as a research communicator. In this role, Coleman helps share the … UA Little Rock Expands Advancement and Communications Teams

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has announced four key promotions within its Division of University Advancement, reflecting the university’s commitment to fostering leadership and strengthening its mission to support students, alumni, and the broader community. University Advancement includes the Offices of Alumni and Development as well as Communications and Marketing. Christian O’Neal, vice … UA Little Rock Announces Four Leadership Promotions in University Advancement

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Communications and Marketing team has earned significant recognition at both the 2025 National Federation of Press Women (NFPW) National Communications Contest and the 2025 Arkansas PRSA Prism Awards, underscoring the team’s excellence in communications, public relations, and design. The national awards were announced Sept. 13 at the NFPW … UA Little Rock Communications and Marketing Team Wins National and Statewide Honors for Excellence in Communications

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has welcomed a new addition to its Marketing and Communications team. Justin Bates, an experienced storyteller from Pine Bluff, has joined the team as a marketing writer. In his new role, Bates will create written content for the web, email campaigns, and other projects that support telling the … Justin Bates Joins UA Little Rock Marketing and Communications Team as Marketing Writer