Graduate School

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

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

For Sarah Wolven, communication is more than an academic subject — it’s a survival skill and a source of strength. That lived experience shaped her graduate research on resilience. This … Building Resilience Through Words: Sarah Wolven’s Graduate Journey

Kaylee Smith is leaving her undergraduate career at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock earlier than expected — and with honors. Smith, a management major from Little Rock, will … Trojan Setter Kaylee Smith Graduates Early with Honors

Growth has defined Stephen Afolabi’s journey. From his early studies in Nigeria to his research in the United States, he has moved from traditional chemistry into emerging work in machine … UA Little Rock Graduate Student Combines Chemistry and Technology to Shape Future of Research

UA Little Rock will confer approximately 1,125 degrees and certificates upon graduates during spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16, at the Jack Stephens Center. Two ceremonies will take … Commencement Ceremonies Set for May 16 

A graduate student at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is helping shape the future of space exploration — one proposal at a time. Hannah Jones, a master’s student … UA Little Rock Graduate Student Tackles NASA Research Challenges Through National Proposal Academy

In communities where medical emergencies often go unanswered, advocacy can mean the difference between life and death. At the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Theresa Okon found the academic … From UA Little Rock to Global Impact: Graduate Launches Life-Saving Health Nonprofit

What role do emotion and social connection play in scientific discovery? Praveshika Bhandari, a researcher from Nepal pursuing a doctorate in computer science at the University of Arkansas at Little … UA Little Rock Ph.D. Student Uses AI to Study Emotion

When Eric Yarberry thinks of UA Little Rock, three words come to mind: empowering, accessible, and transformative. The president and CEO of World Services for the Blind (WSB) says his … UA Little Rock Alum Eric Yarberry Elevates Support for the Visually Impaired