Student Support

The Run Down the Hogs 5K — the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s first camo-themed 5K — welcomes runners of all levels of fitness and will aid a worthy cause.  Participants are encouraged to bring shelf-stable food items to support the Trojan Food Pantry, which serves students, faculty and staff of UA Little Rock. Students, … UA Little Rock to Host 5K

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has reached a new milestone in its history, raising a record $266.5 million through its Centennial Campaign and exceeding a fundraising goal that was the most ambitious the university had ever undertaken. The seven-year campaign brought together 22,762 donors who made 197,887 donations, investing in scholarships, student success, … UA Little Rock Makes History with $266 Million Centennial Campaign

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Trojan Food Pantry has received a $5,000 grant from Kroger to help stock its shelves, support pantry operations, and provide food assistance to students, faculty and staff. The grant marks the beginning of a new partnership between Kroger and the Trojan Food Pantry, strengthening efforts to address food … Kroger Awards $5,000 Grant to Support UA Little Rock’s Trojan Food Pantry

University of Arkansas at Little Rock student Lydia Thomas took another step toward her goal of becoming a physician this summer through the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ Pre-Medical Summer Scholars program, gaining hands-on clinical experience while preparing for medical school. Thomas, a Little Rock native, participated in the program to strengthen her preparation … UA Little Rock Student Gains Hands-On Medical Experience Through UAMS Summer Program

Higher Education institutions like the University of Arkansas at Little Rock — which recently hosted its inaugural Workforce Summit — play a crucial role in workforce development, and that role grows ever more important as technology evolves.  On Thursday, Sept. 24, leaders from education, industry, government, and workforce organizations convened on campus to discuss strengthening partnerships and … UA Little Rock Summit Convenes Industry Leaders to Discuss Solutions for Workforce Challenges

The Trojan Career Closet is giving University of Arkansas at Little Rock students more opportunities to build their professional wardrobes, with students now able to visit up to three times per semester for clothing at no cost. Operated by University Career Services, the Career Closet provides professional attire for interviews, career fairs, conferences, and other … Trojan Career Closet Expands Access for UA Little Rock Students

After more than four decades of teaching, leading, and championing students at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Deborah Baldwin and James Metzger are continuing their commitment to the university by establishing the Dr. Deborah J. Baldwin Enduring Opportunity Endowed Scholarship.  The planned gift will support the Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Program, helping reduce financial … Creating a Lasting Legacy Through an Enduring Opportunity Scholarship

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is starting its centennial year with continued enrollment growth, as preliminary fall 2026 figures show increases in both student headcount and credit hours. After the 11th class day at UA Little Rock, undergraduate and graduate headcount is up 2% and 140 students for fall 2026, with student semester … UA Little Rock Begins Second Century with Continued Enrollment Growth

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

When Mimi San Pedro arrived in Arkansas with her family in the 1970s, they were starting over. After settling in Little Rock, San Pedro graduated from Mount St. Mary’s Academy and enrolled at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with the help of scholarships, grants, and a part-time job. Now, decades later, she is … San Pedro Establishes Endowed Scholarship to Expand Opportunity for UA Little Rock Students