Student Success

UA Little Rock is making its largest investment in graduate assistant stipends in more than a decade, increasing financial support for master’s and doctoral students beginning this fall. Beginning in Fall 2026, the university will raise the minimum stipend for master’s-level graduate assistants from $8,000 to $10,000 for a nine-month appointment. Doctoral-level graduate assistants will … UA Little Rock Increases Financial Support for Graduate Assistantships

For Gina and Brett Pharis, supporting UA Little Rock’s Enduring Opportunity Scholarship program is an investment in the students who will shape the future of Central Arkansas. “When I learned about Enduring Opportunity, I looked it up and realized it was right in line with my desire to support scholarships,” Gina Pharis said.  Longtime supporters … Gina and Brett Pharis Support Enduring Opportunity to Help Students Succeed

A week ago, they were strangers from communities across Arkansas. By the end of the AI Hackathon and HealthTech at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, they had become teammates, budding entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers, developing innovative solutions focused on dementia care, maternal health, insurance access, mental health, and patient services. Resonate Wins $10,000 Grand … Arkansas Students Reimagine Healthcare at UA Little Rock AI Hackathon

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has announced the hard-working students who have made the Spring 2026 Chancellor’s List. UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end of each semester. The Chancellor’s List recognizes undergraduate students who have achieved a GPA of at least 3.9 while enrolled in a minimum of nine … UA Little Rock Announces Spring Chancellor’s List

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has announced the students who have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. The list recognizes undergraduate students who have achieved a high GPA while enrolled in a minimum of nine credit hours of study for the semester. The Spring 2026 Dean’s List honors … UA Little Rock Announces Spring 2026 Dean’s List

For many students, concerns about dining options, academics, or campus life can feel difficult to address. At UA Little Rock, the Student Government Association (SGA) serves as a bridge between students and university leadership, ensuring student voices are heard. “SGA is often the difference between students having concerns and students having a voice,” said Ainsley … Student Government Association Gives Students a Voice at UA Little Rock

A new exhibit commemorating America’s approaching semiquincentennial is now on display at the Arkansas State Capitol, thanks to a unique collaboration between the University of Arkansas at Little Rock students and faculty and partners in the Secretary of State’s Office. The exhibit, 250 Years of American Symbols, explores the history and meaning of iconic symbols … UA Little Rock Students and Faculty Lead America250 Symbols Exhibit at Arkansas State Capitol

For Gabrielle Swain, a Master of Public Administration (MPA) student at UA Little Rock, earning her degree means more than completing coursework. Swain balances her roles in local government and community leadership, along with an hour-long commute to campus, all in pursuit of bettering herself to better serve her community. “I want to help foster … From Navy Veteran to Community Leader, Gabrielle Swain Continues a Life of Service

Out of just six seats available in the Arkansas Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association’s (ACDA-AR) 2026 Undergraduate Conducting Symposium, two were claimed by University of Arkansas at Little Rock students. The ACDA-AR Undergraduate Conducting Symposium brings together talented student conductors from across Arkansas to receive mentorship, conducting instruction, and professional development from experienced … UA Little Rock Students Selected for Arkansas Conducting Symposium

Whether he’s designing virtual reality simulations to help protect critical energy infrastructure or introducing K-12 students to emerging technologies, Colin McNerny has spent his time at UA Little Rock turning technical knowledge into real-world impact. The Little Rock native graduated this spring with a Master of Science in electrical and computer engineering after years of … Engineering Graduate Advances Cybersecurity and Public Safety