Caley Sample

Sample Achieves Nursing Dream with UA Little Rock Degree

Caley Sample, a Jacksonville native who now lives in Lonoke, is set to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UA Little Rock this December, marking a significant milestone in her nursing education. Continue reading “Sample Achieves Nursing Dream with UA Little Rock Degree”

Satchel Nash, left and his father Greg Nash, right, are a father-and-son duo who are both graduating with their nursing degrees from UA Little Rock. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

Father and Son Answer New Call to Become Nurses

When Satchel Nash, 27, of Sherwood, was thinking about what he wanted to do for a career, he naturally looked to his father, Greg Nash, 50, of North Little Rock, and followed in his footsteps to become a firefighter and EMT. Continue reading “Father and Son Answer New Call to Become Nurses”

Dr. Sloan Davidson, director of the School of Nursing at UA Little Rock, leads a group of nursing students through a simulation in the Center for Simulation Innovation. Photo by Ben Krain.

UA Little Rock Nursing Program Makes Significant Leap in National Rankings

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s undergraduate nursing program has made a significant jump in the U.S. News & World Report 2025 rankings, moving up 53 slots to No. 130 in the nation. This improvement highlights the program’s ongoing commitment to excellence in healthcare education and its dedication to preparing future healthcare leaders. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Nursing Program Makes Significant Leap in National Rankings”

Dr. Sloan Davidson, director of the School of Nursing at UA Little Rock, leads a group of nursing students through a simulation in the Center for Simulation Innovation. Photo by Ben Krain.

UA Little Rock Receives $970K Grant to Combat State’s Nursing Shortage

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received a $969,200 grant from the Arkansas Department of Commerce and the Arkansas Linking Industry to Growing Nurses (ALIGN) program to help attract, prepare, and retain more nurses in Arkansas. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Receives $970K Grant to Combat State’s Nursing Shortage”

Joanna Hall, director of simulation, is shown in the School of Nursing's Center for Simulation Innovation at UA Little Rock. Photo by Ben Krain.

UA Little Rock Nursing Professor Takes on New Leadership Roles

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock nursing professor has taken on two new roles to build her leadership skills in the community. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Nursing Professor Takes on New Leadership Roles”

Nursing student Bestynna Okai is one of the Fall 2023 graduates who earned a 100 percent pass rate on her NCLEX exam. Photo by Benjamin Krain.

UA Little Rock Nursing Grads Earn 100% Pass Rate on NCLEX Nursing Exam for First Time

In an historic milestone for UA Little Rock’s nursing program, December 2023 graduates from the School of Nursing earned a 100 percent pass rate for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for the first time in program history! Continue reading “UA Little Rock Nursing Grads Earn 100% Pass Rate on NCLEX Nursing Exam for First Time”

The Out Of Darkness Walk 2023

Out of Darkness Walk Sheds Light on Suicide Prevention

The Out of Darkness Walk, a nationwide event aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and suicide prevention, unfolded successfully on Oct. 29 at the War Memorial Park Golf Course in Little Rock, Arkansas. Continue reading “Out of Darkness Walk Sheds Light on Suicide Prevention”