Donaghey College of STEM

For University of Arkansas at Little Rock student-athlete Kendal Wells, reconnecting with her Native American heritage has been a journey of discovering not only where she comes from, but also where she belongs. That effort was recently recognized when Wells was selected as one of 10 recipients from her tribe to receive the Muscogee Nation … UA Little Rock Student Connects Cultural Heritage, Science and Service

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is inviting the community for STEM-related hands-on activities, demonstrations, and exhibits during the annual Nerd Night Wednesday, Nov. 4. Food trucks and raffle prizes will also be part of the festivities, from 5-8 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Donaghey College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (DCSTEM). … UA Little Rock Nerd Night Offers STEM Demos and Experiments for All

Every time someone likes a post, watches a video, or scrolls through social media, they are providing information that helps artificial intelligence algorithms determine what they see next. While these personalized recommendations can make social media more engaging, they can also create opportunities for manipulation, according to Dr. Nitin Agarwal, a University of Arkansas at … UA Little Rock’s Nitin Agarwal Shares Expertise on how Social Media Shapes What We Believe

From asking a chatbot a question to encountering facial recognition technology or riding in a self-driving car, today’s students are interacting with artificial intelligence in more ways than ever before. Students in the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence want to do more than simply use AI. They … UA Little Rock Students Explore the Future Through New Artificial Intelligence Degree

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has been recognized as Partner of the Year by the city of Little Rock Department of Community Programs. The recognition, announced this summer, is for the university’s participation in the Summer Youth Employment Opportunity (SYEO) program. University leaders were excited about the award, because “we’re always looking for … UA Little Rock Recognized as Partner of the Year

Students, faculty, researchers, and members of the scientific community will come together at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Friday, Oct. 9 to explore the rapidly evolving world of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Nano Day 2026 will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Ledbetter A, B, and C of the Donaghey Student … UA Little Rock to Celebrate Nanotechnology Research at Nano Day 2026

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock welcomed the Central Arkansas AI community back to campus for an AI InTheRock monthly meetup, this time to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are being used in production. “AI in Production” marked the second time UA Little Rock has hosted an AI InTheRock meetup, which … UA Little Rock Hosts AI InTheRock for Machine Learning and Production Discussion

University of Arkansas at Little Rock student Lydia Thomas took another step toward her goal of becoming a physician this summer through the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ Pre-Medical Summer Scholars program, gaining hands-on clinical experience while preparing for medical school. Thomas, a Little Rock native, participated in the program to strengthen her preparation … UA Little Rock Student Gains Hands-On Medical Experience Through UAMS Summer Program

Higher Education institutions like the University of Arkansas at Little Rock — which recently hosted its inaugural Workforce Summit — play a crucial role in workforce development, and that role grows ever more important as technology evolves.  On Thursday, Sept. 24, leaders from education, industry, government, and workforce organizations convened on campus to discuss strengthening partnerships and … UA Little Rock Summit Convenes Industry Leaders to Discuss Solutions for Workforce Challenges

Recreating the intricate structure of the human intestine in a laboratory could give scientists a better way to study disease and potential treatments — while reducing their reliance on animal experiments in the process. With support from a $72,419 grant, University of Arkansas at Little Rock researcher Dr. Sujan Ghosh is working to make that … UA Little Rock Researcher Receives Grant to Develop More Realistic Model of Human Intestine