Leslye Shellam

As the University of Arkansas at Little Rock prepares to reopen its newly renovated planetarium in fall 2026, excitement is building across campus for the return of a beloved landmark and the possibilities it represents for the future of science and community connection. The renovation is made possible through a $1.2 million gift from Leslye … Planetarium Reopening Signals New Era of Immersive Learning at UA Little Rock

A $1.2 million gift to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will bring new life to the university’s planetarium, restoring a longtime campus landmark and expanding access to immersive science education for students and the broader Little Rock community.  The gift from Leslye and Ray Shellam honors the legacy of Leslye’s late father, Arkansas … UA Little Rock Receives $1.2 Million Gift to Restore Planetarium

Leslye Shellam, a long-time supporter of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a member of a multi-generational family of donors, has made two new contributions to support the university’s arts programs. Shellam gave $90,000 to the Art Student Domestic Travel Fund and $14,000 to the Artist-in-Residence Housing Fund. “I feel like many students, … Leslye Shellam Continues Family’s Philanthropic Legacy with Gift to Support Art Students and Artists-in-Residence at UA Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will host a solo exhibit for Ashi Franke, the 2023-24 recipient of the Linda Blaine Flake Endowed Scholarship, from May 20 to June 9.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will host a solo exhibit for Annika Wade, the 2022-23 recipient of the Linda Blaine Flake Endowed Scholarship, beginning Monday, May 22.