Student Success

What began as a return to campus for a job has come full circle for Sydney Ambrus. A familiar face at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the social media coordinator will graduate May 16 with a master’s degree in mass communication. Ambrus is not only telling the university’s story — she’s actively shaping … UA Little Rock Graduate Student Sydney Ambrus Turns Passion for Storytelling into Strategic Communications Career

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will host an exciting opportunity for local entrepreneurs and small business owners to fast-track their funding search at the upcoming Lender Quick-Connect event.  Organized by the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC), this event connects current and prospective business owners directly with local lenders in a … Find Your Funding: ASBTDC’s ‘Lender Quick Connect’ at UA Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received $1 million in funding from Google.org, the company’s philanthropy, to establish a statewide Cybersecurity Clinic Network, expanding hands-on learning opportunities for students while delivering critical cybersecurity support to organizations across Arkansas. The new initiative builds on the university’s leadership in the Cyber Learning Network, a collaborative … UA Little Rock Launches Statewide Cybersecurity Clinic Network with $1 Million Google.org Funding

As the CASE District IV Conference convened in Dallas in April, Dr. Carrie Phillips marked the approaching close of her term as district chair, capping four years of growth, stronger connections, and expanded engagement across the region. Phillips, chief marketing and communications officer at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, will conclude her term … Dr. Carrie Phillips’ CASE Leadership Elevates UA Little Rock on National Stage

Balee Pennington is raising two children, balancing military life, and using every spare moment she has to pursue a college degree. This spring, the first-generation student will graduate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and plans to begin a master’s program this summer. Pennington is originally from Eagletown, Oklahoma, and later moved to … UA Little Rock Student Balances Service, Family, and School

An unforgettable week is on the horizon for Ragen Hodge and Sutton Manatt. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock students are preparing to graduate this May, compete in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Track and Field Championships, and get married—all within the span of just one week. Hodge, a native of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, and … A Milestone Week: Graduation, Championships, and “I Do” for UA Little Rock Couple

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 newsroom experience already under her belt. For Wilson, the journey to a career in broadcast journalism has been a story of family inspiration, perseverance and … UA Little Rock Student Grace Wilson Balances Motherhood, Broadcast Journalism on Path to Graduation

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has honored three staff members for their exceptional work in the areas of personal growth, service to the university, and community service. Nathan Treece received the Personal Growth Award, Sydney Ambrus received the Ben Fry Service to UA Little Rock Award, and Ronda Petray received the Community Service … UA Little Rock Honors Treece, Ambrus, Petray with 2026 Staff Achievement Awards

Nistha Neupane was in the middle of presenting her research at the UA Little Rock Research Expo when she got the news. “Honestly, pure shock,” she said. “Within a matter of two minutes, I was surrounded by my closest friends hugging me.” The moment quickly turned into something else. Her first thought was to call … Whitbeck Award Winner: Nistha Neupane Focuses on Advocacy in Medicine

A passion for helping others has shaped Taylor Ward’s path at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, leading her to pursue careers in both health care and law enforcement. The Little Rock native will graduate in May with a double major in general biology and law enforcement — bringing together her interests in health … Purpose in Action: Taylor Ward Prepares for a Career Helping Others