Master of Public Administration

For Gabrielle Swain, a Master of Public Administration (MPA) student at UA Little Rock, earning her degree means more than completing coursework. Swain balances her roles in local government and community leadership, along with an hour-long commute to campus, all in pursuit of bettering herself to better serve her community. “I want to help foster … From Navy Veteran to Community Leader, Gabrielle Swain Continues a Life of Service

For years, Karen Grace Johnson was the one offering guidance. As a respiratory therapist and later a pulmonary disease navigator, she encouraged others to continue their education and pursue new opportunities. When she decided to pursue a bachelor’s degree herself, it was her son, Jeffrey Andrews, who helped show her the way. This spring, the … A Family Milestone: Mother and Son Graduate Together from UA Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has once again earned national recognition for excellence in graduate education, with its public affairs programs ranked among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings. UA Little Rock’s Master of Public Administration (MPA) program is ranked No. 107 in the … UA Little Rock’s Public Affairs Programs Ranked Among Nation’s Best

When Chris White stepped into his new role as president and CEO of Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), he saw more than your standard run of terminals and bustling travelers — he saw a community hub with the power to shape an entire region’s future. “Airports are more than a place to start or end travel,” … UA Little Rock Alum Chris White Brings a Public-Service Mindset to Columbia Metropolitan Airport

A Master of Public Administration (MPA) student at UA Little Rock is putting her education to good use by securing a $150,000 grant to enhance safety and security in her community.

U.S. News and World Report has recognized the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for its excellent graduate programs in public affairs and social work.

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumnus who said he owes the success of his career to the education he received at UA Little Rock is giving back by creating an endowed scholarship for Master of Public Administration (MPA) students.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock Master of Public Administration program has been recognized in the latest rankings of U.S. News and World Report.

Award-winning speaker and disability rights advocate Amelia Loken will graduated this month with a Master of Public Administration degree. Prior to this, she received her undergraduate degree at UA Little Rock in Interpretation: ASL/English in 2017.

A new endowed scholarship has been created to help public administration students at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in memory of John (Jack) T. Meriwether, a former Little Rock city manager and higher education advocate for Arkansas.