Leaders in the Classroom and Communities

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has reached a new milestone in its history, raising a record $266.5 million through its Centennial Campaign and exceeding a fundraising goal that was the most ambitious the university had ever undertaken. The seven-year campaign brought together 22,762 donors who made 197,887 donations, investing in scholarships, student success, … UA Little Rock Makes History with $266 Million Centennial Campaign

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

Students in the School of Social Work at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock are partnering with The Van to collect hygiene products and other everyday essentials through the Bags of Hope drive, which runs through Nov. 18. Social work students Ahmed Alnomani, Leah Beaumont, Jasmine Kearney, and Trinity Louden are organizing the effort, … UA Little Rock Social Work Students Partner With The Van for Hygiene Drive

Several students from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law recently completed a research project on Arkansas county law libraries, and how the model of funding and execution for those libraries might be improved. The seven students — Brandon Bean, Rabecca Cisneros, Hank Herzfeld, Matthew Stocks, Katie Rainey, Abigail … Bowen Law Students Complete Comprehensive Study of County Law Libraries

Following a decorated career on the court and in the classroom, former Little Rock Trojans women’s basketball standout Marian Kursh is bringing lessons she learned at UA Little Rock to leadership roles at the new Little Rock West High School. Kursh, a valuable post player on Trojans squads that made three-straight trips to the NCAA … UA Little Rock Alum and Trojans Hoops Standout Brings Lessons Learned to New Little Rock High School

For Charlotte Bomar, creativity is more than a classroom tool. It’s how she helps her students see what they can achieve. This approach has earned Bomar two national honors for her work in gifted education. The National Association for Gifted Children has named her the 2026 Outstanding Master’s Student in Gifted Education, after she received … UA Little Rock Graduate Earns Second National Recognition for Gifted Education Work

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock mass communication student recently took the stage at the Miss Arkansas State Fair Pageant representing the community that helped shape her and hoping to inspire the next generation of young women. Avana Ashley, a junior from Sheridan, competed after being crowned Miss Grant County, a title that means … UA Little Rock Student Competes for Miss Arkansas State Fair

Well before opening night, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s production of “Dear Evan Hansen” has already made an impression. The musical, which won six awards at the 71st Tony Awards, follows a lonely high school student whose lie about a classmate spirals out of control, exploring themes of mental health, belonging and the … ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Brings UA Little Rock Students and Alumni Together on the Haislip Theatre Stage

Central Arkansas community members can kick off their holiday season with a night of festive fun for the entire family at Winter Fest. Hosted by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the second edition of Winter Fest will be Nov. 17 from 5-7:30 p.m. Admission, parking, and activities are all free.  As one of … UA Little Rock Winter Fest Returns Nov. 17