School of Mass Communication

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 … Trading the Mat for the Microphone

As a curious freshman, Sheranden Miller walked up to university photographer Ben Krain and asked if he needed an assistant. Four years later, she’s graduating with a portfolio of real-world … From a Simple Ask to a Full-Time Career: Sheranden Miller Makes the Most of Her Time 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 … First in Her Family, Emilia Martinez Turns a Dream Into a Master’s Degree

This spring, University of Arkansas at Little Rock student, Grace Wilson, will cross the stage not only as a graduate, but as a mother and emerging broadcast journalist with real … UA Little Rock Student Grace Wilson Balances Motherhood, Broadcast Journalism on Path to Graduation

There’s no secret handshake or code word to break into your dream career, just persistence, hard work, and a commitment to doing the job well. For UA Little Rock alumna … From UA Little Rock to The New York Times: How Erica Sweeney Built a National Writing Career

By day, Maggie Kealy-Machella served as a public affairs officer at Little Rock Air Force Base eight years ago. By night, she tackled graduate coursework — fueled by determination that … UA Little Rock Alum Leads Strategic Communications for Major Air Force Command

In communities where medical emergencies often go unanswered, advocacy can mean the difference between life and death. At the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Theresa Okon found the academic … From UA Little Rock to Global Impact: Graduate Launches Life-Saving Health Nonprofit

UA Little Rock welcomes television director Brant Collins to the School of Mass Communication on Friday, Jan. 16, marking the start of his role for the spring 2026 semester. Collins … UA Little Rock Welcomes University TV Director Brant Collins

When Adriana Fuentes Archila moved from El Salvador to the United States in 2013, she set her sights on preparing for a career that would allow her to help others … UA Little Rock Alumna Adriana Fuentes Archila Uses Graduate Degree to Empower Arkansas Entrepreneurs

When Theresa Okon started graduate school, she was afraid to raise her hand in class. Today, she’s preparing to begin a Ph.D. and leading a nonprofit.  Okon, originally from Akwa … First-Generation Scholar and Advocate Finds Her Voice at UA Little Rock