Derek Slagle

Slagle Selected for Inaugural Fellowship Program for Arkansas Artists

Dr. Derek Slagle, professor of public administration, has been named as one of the first 25 artists selected for a new fellowship program for Arkansas artists. Continue reading “Slagle Selected for Inaugural Fellowship Program for Arkansas Artists”

High school students participating in artWAYS attend the Renaissance Faire and Feast based on this year's theme, "The Renaissance." 

UA Little Rock ArtWays Camp Teaches, Inspires Young Artists

More than 40 high school students spent June 17-24 learning and broadening art skills during UA Little Rock’s artWAYS 2023. The free, summer visual arts program for high school juniors and seniors is led by UA Little Rock School of Art and Design faculty.  Continue reading “UA Little Rock ArtWays Camp Teaches, Inspires Young Artists”

Education majors Dally Thompson, left, Hudson Trusty, and Lakendra Fisher attend classes at UA Little Rock. Photo by Benjamin Krain

Windgate Foundation Supports Teacher Education with $3.5 Million Grant

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has received a $3.5 million grant from the Windgate Foundation to endow the directorship of its School of Education. This gift will support the transformation of teacher education at UA Little Rock in its quest to become a premier provider of teachers in the state. Continue reading “Windgate Foundation Supports Teacher Education with $3.5 Million Grant”