Student Support

UA Little Rock student Josh Wynne-Hudson spent part of his summer studying thousands of miles from home and came back with lessons that will shape his future career. Wynne-Hudson, an ASL/English interpretation major from Joplin, Missouri and member of the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program, spent five weeks in Montevideo, Uruguay, studying Latin American history and … UA Little Rock Student Broadens Horizons Through Study Abroad in Uruguay

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Theta Eta Chapter of Kappa Sigma Fraternity is proving that size is no measure of success. With just over 20 active members, the fraternity has achieved remarkable growth over the past year. The chapter has earned national recognition for academic excellence, logging thousands of community service hours, and … Small but Mighty: How UA Little Rock’s Kappa Sigma is Making a Difference in Academics, Service, and Brotherhood

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received a generous $25,000 gift from James and Carol Hendren to support the university’s Enduring Opportunity Scholarship Program. The new fund is named the Carol and James Hendren Enduring Opportunity Endowed Scholarship. It supports UA Little Rock’s Enduring Opportunity initiative, a major fundraising effort launched in spring … UA Little Rock Receives $25,000 Gift from James and Carol Hendren to Support Enduring Opportunity Scholarship

When UA Little Rock’s esports team packs their bags for national competition this spring, they won’t just be bringing their controllers. Thanks to Trojan Champions, they’ll also carry new jerseys, branded backpacks, and the confidence to represent their university on a national stage. That confidence is at the heart of Trojan Champions, a giving initiative … Trojan Champions Expands Opportunities for UA Little Rock Students

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has joined forces with Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin to combat the growing threat of fentanyl and counterfeit prescription drugs through the “One Pill Can Kill” Initiative. The statewide campaign combines education, training, and access to life-saving resources with the goal of preventing overdoses and raising awareness among … UA Little Rock Expands Student Safety Efforts Through ‘One Pill Can Kill’ Partnership

Leslye Shellam, a long-time supporter of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a member of a multi-generational family of donors, has made two new contributions to support the university’s arts programs. Shellam gave $90,000 to the Art Student Domestic Travel Fund and $14,000 to the Artist-in-Residence Housing Fund. “I feel like many students, … Leslye Shellam Continues Family’s Philanthropic Legacy with Gift to Support Art Students and Artists-in-Residence at UA Little Rock

Dr. Melville Fuller, professor emeritus of education at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has donated $10,000 to the School of Education to support the Trojan Teachers Residency Program, an innovative teacher training initiative entering its third year. The Trojan Teachers Residency Program provides year-long, paid residencies for teacher candidates who are paired with … Retired UA Little Rock Professor Donates $10,000 to Support Future Educators

The UA Little Rock School of Business celebrated a successful day on the greens with its 14th Annual Golf Tournament, held May 19 at Pleasant Valley Country Club in Little Rock. This year’s double shotgun scramble brought together 41 teams and raised more than $84,000 to benefit students in the School of Business. The proceeds … UA Little Rock School of Business Golf Tournament Raises $84K for Student Support

UA Little Rock’s Learning Commons has earned certification as a Level 1 certified tutor training program by the internationally recognized College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). This designation affirms the university’s commitment to providing high-quality tutoring services that meet rigorous international standards. “This certification means that tutors who complete our training program become CRLA Level … UA Little Rock Learning Commons Earns CRLA Tutor Training Certification

Catherine Weiss has donated $10,000 to establish the Jewelry and Metalsmith Equipment Fund at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The new fund will provide annual support to purchase and replace equipment and materials for students studying fine arts, with a special focus on jewelry and metalsmithing. “I wanted to support the students because … Catherine Weiss Creates New Fund to Support Jewelry and Metalsmithing Students at UA Little Rock