Student Success

From touring warehouses in the Port of Little Rock to reviewing commercial lease agreements and scouting potential business locations, University of Arkansas at Little Rock student Ryan Gillenwater spent his summer learning that commercial real estate is anything but a desk job: his experience offered a front-row seat to the fast-paced world he had only … Colliers Internship Jumpstarts UA Little Rock Student’s Future

A man who thought he would lose his job after gradually losing his vision learned braille at the encouragement of Anindya “Bapin” Bhattacharyya. By the time he completely lost his sight, he was prepared and able to keep working. Bhattacharyya not only taught the man braille, but also how to adapt to his new world. … UA Little Rock Alumnus Helps Others Find Independence Through Technology

Ouida Newton recalls a time when a group of students walked into her classroom convinced they simply weren’t good at math. They walked out believing in themselves. Helping students gain confidence in their own abilities defined Newton’s 38-year career in education. Recently, the UA Little Rock alumna was recognized with the 2026 Lifetime Educator Award. … UA Little Rock Alumna Honored with Lifetime Educator Award

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will launch a new graduate certificate in health informatics this fall, equipping students with the skills needed to improve healthcare delivery through data, technology, and analytics. The interdisciplinary program prepares professionals to meet growing workforce demand for using data and information systems to improve patient outcomes, efficiency, and … New Graduate Certificate Program in Health Informatics Launches This Fall

The Cyberspace Operations Research and Education (CORE) Center at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will now reach more Arkansas communities through the Cyber Learning Network (CLN). By expanding the CORE Cybersecurity Clinic through the CLN, UA Little Rock is creating new opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience while meeting needs in communities … UA Little Rock Expands Cybersecurity Support for Arkansas Communities

As July marks Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumna Kimberly Robinson is encouraging people to seek support without shame. Inspired by her mother’s illness, Robinson has spent the last 26 years helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges as a licensed certified social worker. A … From Personal Loss to Purposeful Healing: UA Little Rock Alumna Advocates for Mental Health

Twenty-five outstanding students from across Arkansas and beyond have been selected to join the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the 2026-27 academic year. Selected from an applicant pool of 115 students, the incoming class enters UA Little Rock with an average high school GPA of 4.29. The … Twenty-Five Students Selected for UA Little Rock’s Prestigious Donaghey Scholars Honors Program

Dr. Brian Walker, assistant professor of chemistry at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has received a $72,000 grant through the Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) to support research aimed at developing new compounds with the potential to fight cancer. Working in collaboration with researchers at the University of Arkansas for … UA Little Rock’s Dr. Brian Walker Receives $72,000 Grant to Advance Anti-Cancer Research

Wednesday isn’t just the start of a new conference affiliation. It’s the beginning of a new challenge. As Little Rock officially joins the United Athletic Conference on July 1, excitement is evident throughout the Trojan athletic department. Coaches see the move as an opportunity to elevate their programs, strengthen recruiting, create new rivalries and compete … Trojans Join United Athletic Conference

A century ago, the institution that would become the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, was just beginning its journey. Today, UA Little Rock serves 8,000 students, offering programs ranging from certificates to doctoral degrees. Through education, research, and public service, the university strengthens Arkansas and prepares graduates to lead in their communities and careers. … UA Little Rock to Celebrate 100 Years of Impact During Centennial Year