Little Rock Athletics

Wednesday isn’t just the start of a new conference affiliation. It’s the beginning of a new challenge. As Little Rock officially joins the United Athletic Conference on July 1, excitement is evident throughout the Trojan athletic department. Coaches see the move as an opportunity to elevate their programs, strengthen recruiting, create new rivalries and compete … Trojans Join United Athletic Conference

Long before becoming a four-year starter for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock wrestling team, a PAC-12 champion, or an NCAA All-American, Matthew Bianchi was a high school wrestler standing in front of a microphone after a match. That brief interview stayed with him. “I felt like the coolest kid,” Bianchi recalled. That experience … Trading the Mat for the Microphone

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, earning a master’s degree in sport management at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock meant learning both in the classroom and in the dugout. … Cole Clark Combines Baseball and Academics at UA Little Rock

As Angel Cano prepares to walk across the commencement stage at UA Little Rock, he thinks back to a decision he made as a teenager in Cartagena, Colombia. He was 16 when he left home, recruited to the United States to play baseball and pursue an education. It meant leaving behind family, familiarity and everything … Angel Cano Turned Opportunity into a College Degree at UA Little Rock

Originally from Mexico, Emilia Martinez is preparing to reach a milestone in her family’s history. This May, she will graduate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a master’s degree in mass communication — becoming the first in her family to earn a graduate degree. “I have always been a big fan of … First in Her Family, Emilia Martinez Turns a Dream Into a Master’s Degree

An unforgettable week is on the horizon for Ragen Hodge and Sutton Manatt. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock students are preparing to graduate this May, compete in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Track and Field Championships, and get married—all within the span of just one week. Hodge, a native of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and … A Milestone Week: Graduation, Championships, and “I Do” for UA Little Rock Couple

Little Rock Wrestling isn’t just preparing for competition — it’s also helping young athletes at the Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind find their footing on the mat. The team volunteers twice a week with the school’s elementary wrestling program, an effort led by senior Cael Keck that has grown into a full-team commitment … Little Rock Wrestling Finds Purpose Beyond the Mat with ASDB Youth

Gabriella O’Neil, a Master of Business Administration student at UA Little Rock, spent her summer putting her classroom knowledge into practice during an internship with Baptist Health in Little Rock. The experience gave her new skills and confidence that will help shape her future career in accounting. O’Neil, a native of Covington, Louisiana, is pursuing … UA Little Rock MBA Student Gains Career-Building Experience Through Internship at Baptist Health

Emilia Martinez, a graduate student in UA Little Rock’s Mass Communication program and graduate assistant for the Women’s Swimming and Diving team, is gaining real-world experience this year through an internship with Little Rock Soirée. Over the summer and into the fall, she has sharpened her writing, research, and communication skills while building confidence in … Balancing Journalism and Athletics: UA Little Rock Student Excels in Publishing Internship

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will kick off the new school year with one of its most beloved traditions, BBQ at Bailey, on Oct. 8. This year’s picnic will feature a special Celebration of Champions theme, recognizing the outstanding achievements of Trojan athletic teams that brought home conference titles from 2023 to 2025. … UA Little Rock to Celebrate Champions at Annual BBQ at Bailey