School of Business

Angela Hernandez, a senior finance major from Little Rock, is building a strong foundation for her future career in finance through an internship at ACC Capital, a Community Development Financial Institution that supports Arkansas business owners by providing access to capital and technical assistance. Hernandez began her internship in July and will continue through December. … Hernandez Gains Real-World Finance Experience Through Internship at ACC Capital

UA Little Rock alumnus Rodney M. Abston has committed a $25,000 gift to establish the Rodney M. Abston Family Enduring Opportunity Scholarship, becoming the latest donor to join the growing wave of support for the university’s Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Program. His scholarship will support students who are balancing jobs, coursework, and financial challenges, and whose determination … UA Little Rock Alumnus Joins Enduring Opportunity with $25,000 Scholarship Gift

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

Dr. Joe Felan, associate professor of management at UA Little Rock, has been selected to serve a five-year term on the Little Rock Sister Cities Commission. The Sister Cities Commission fosters global relationships between Little Rock and its international sister and friendship cities, promoting collaboration through arts, culture, youth education, business, and community development. Little … Felan Appointed to Little Rock Sister Cities Commission

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock celebrated two outstanding graduates whose leadership, service, and professional success exemplify the spirit of Trojan excellence during the 2025 School of Business Distinguished Alumni Luncheon, held Friday, Oct. 17, at the Statehouse Convention Center. The event recognized Woody Harrelson, president of The Hatcher Agency, and Gus Leeper, senior vice president … UA Little Rock Honors Distinguished Business Alumni Woody Harrelson and Gus Leeper

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has launched the Workforce Development Center Council, a new cross-campus advisory group designed to strengthen the university’s role in meeting Arkansas’s evolving workforce needs. The council brings together leaders from across academic colleges and administrative units to discuss emerging workforce trends and to identify how UA Little Rock … UA Little Rock Creates Workforce Development Center Council to Strengthen Career Pathways and Community Impact

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Rotary Club 99 of Little Rock honored Patrick Schueck, president and CEO of Lexicon Inc., as the 2025 Rotary Business and Professional Leader of the Year during an Oct. 15 ceremony at the Reynolds Center for Business and Economic Development. The annual award recognizes an Arkansas business … UA Little Rock, Rotary Club Honor Patrick Schueck as 2025 Business and Professional Leader of the Year

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is inviting students, faculty, and community members to explore the world of entrepreneurship and sharpen their startup skills during the next Go 4th Fridays Entrepreneurship Lunch Series event on Oct. 24. The event, “Governor’s Cup & Pitch Studio,” will take place from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the … UA Little Rock to Host Governor’s Cup and Pitch Studio Workshop Oct. 24

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has once again been recognized among the nation’s best universities, with several programs ranked in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list. UA Little Rock earned national recognition in four undergraduate programs: ·   Business – No. 194 ·   Computer Science – No. 245 … UA Little Rock Earns High Marks in 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings

UA Little Rock is launching a new monthly event designed to spark innovation, cross-campus collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking among students, faculty, and community members. The Go 4th Fridays Entrepreneurship Lunch Series will kick off at noon Friday, Sept. 26, at UA Little Rock with a free pizza lunch, an inspiring talk from alumni, and an … UA Little Rock Launches Go 4th Fridays Entrepreneurship Lunch Series with Legendary Video Game Creators