First-generation college students and new transfer students participate in a Welcome Week back to school event on campus.

Cultivating Student Success: How UA Little Rock Resources Empower First-Generation Students

November is First-Generation College Student Celebration Month. With more than 40 percent of its student population being first-generation students, UA Little Rock is especially committed to providing resources that help this special group of students reach their potential.  Continue reading “Cultivating Student Success: How UA Little Rock Resources Empower First-Generation Students”

UA little Rock will celebrate Giving Day 2022 on March 29.

UA Little Rock to Host Giving Day 2022 on March 29

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is encouraging friends of the university, employees, alumni, students, and the community to come together to make a difference at UA Little Rock on Tuesday, March 29, the university’s fourth annual Giving Day celebration. Continue reading “UA Little Rock to Host Giving Day 2022 on March 29”

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UA Little Rock Launches New Program to Provide Child Care Funding for Low-Income Students

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has launched a new program to help university students find and afford quality child care so they can complete their college education. Continue reading “UA Little Rock Launches New Program to Provide Child Care Funding for Low-Income Students”

Dr. Moira Maguire celebrates the launch of her book in Ireland in 2010.

UA Little Rock Receives $40,000 Donation to Create Dr. Moira Maguire Student Support Fund for History Students

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received a $40,000 donation to create a student support fund in honor of Dr. Moira Maguire, a history professor who worked at UA Little Rock for 15 years and had a reputation of going above and beyond to help students succeed.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock Receives $40,000 Donation to Create Dr. Moira Maguire Student Support Fund for History Students”

The newly established COVID-19 Student Support Fund will support students facing immediate needs, including reduced job hours and income, food and housing insecurity, technology needs, access to healthcare, and other unforeseen expenses.

UA Little Rock community comes together to support students during COVID-19 pandemic

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock community has come together to help students facing critical financial needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock community comes together to support students during COVID-19 pandemic”