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Having always been involved in sports, Avery Thomas-Wells wanted to help other kids have the experience he had growing up. A fall 2023 Sport Management graduate and expected May 2026 Recreation and Sport Management master’s graduate, he is continuing to lead and make a difference in both youth lives and the broader community. Thomas-Wells completed … UA Little Rock Student Evaluates, Enhances Local Youth Sports Programs

Shelly Wolfe, LPC, a native of Warren, Arkansas, did not initially set out to work in education or mental health care. She earned a bachelor’s degree in speech communications — a field far removed from the classroom — but life gradually pulled her in a different direction.  After the birth of her daughter, she took … UA Little Rock Alumna Expands Access to School-Based Mental Health in Rural Arkansas

Just two weeks after moving to Little Rock for a new job with the city’s parks and recreation department, Joe Guzman found himself in a hospital bed facing a life-altering decision. Seven weeks and six surgeries later, Guzman lost his right foot. That experience pushed him to pursue a master’s degree in sport management at … From Setback to Service: Joe Guzman Pursues Graduate Degree at UA Little Rock

Lawrance Triplett has always wanted to understand the game of basketball beyond the Xs and Os and the box score. After spending much of his life as a player, his curiosity shifted behind the scenes — driven by a desire to learn how teams are built, supported, and developed. That passion for growth, both his … UA Little Rock Alum Turns Passion for Basketball Into Player Development Career

Working full time while pursuing her master’s degree wasn’t easy for Kelsey Norton. Between teaching, clinical duties, and family life, her days were full. Yet she found time to complete her graduate degree in health education and promotion at UA Little Rock — an experience she said strengthened her professional skills, resilience, and sense of … UA Little Rock Alumna Kelsey Norton Advances Dental Hygiene Education Through Service and Leadership