With more than 9,000 students and 100 programs, UA Little Rock offers learning, research, service, social and career opportunities that can only be found at a metropolitan university located in Arkansas' capital city.
(see more)With more than 9,000 students and 100 programs, UA Little Rock offers learning, research, service, social and career opportunities that can only be found at a metropolitan university located in Arkansas' capital city.
Spring 2024 Graduation - Multiple Degrees
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock congratulates its Spring 2024 graduates with multiple degrees.
Graduation -
Jul 11
Allen Receives OVC Community Service Award
Little Rock junior Joel Allen has received the Ohio Valley Conference Service Award.
Sports -
Jun 24
Donaghey Scholar Studies Filmmaking in Australia
Adrian Rogers, a junior mass communication major from Little Rock, has been gaining valuable new skills while studying filmmaking in Australia.
Study Abroad -
Jun 24
Star Quality: UA Little Rock Student Advances to National NATS Competition
A UA Little Rock student will have the chance to showcase his musical talent on a national stage during the 2024 National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) National Conference held June 28 to July 2 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Academic competition -
Jun 12
Jenkins Receives 2024-25 Stonewall Scholarship
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Sunny Jenkins, a senior from Sherwood, as the recipient of the 2024-25 Stonewall Scholarship.
Scholarship -
Jun 12
Matthews Receives Volunteer of the Year Award
It wasn't enough for Little Rock Athletics to excel in the classroom and also on the competition field, the Trojans are also being recognized for their philanthropic efforts by the Little Rock Marathon Committee, which recently named the Little Rock Athletic Department as its Volunteer Group of the Year and presented the Volunteer of the Year Award to senior swimmer Aubry Matthews.
Volunteer -
Jun 7
UA Little Rock Students Create New Art Mural
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has unveiled a colorful and fun new student-led mural that is meant to bring inspiration to the university's art students. The mural was revealed to the public May 6. It is located in the artWING living and learning community, an area of West Hall that houses art majors.
UA Little Rock Student Receives Grants to Share Artwork with the World
Macey McLaughlin, a freshman studio art major from Paragould, has a goal to make art more accessible for everyone. "There are individuals who wish to explore their artistic abilities but often feel discouraged, thinking they can't draw even the simplest figures," McLaughlin said. "This lack of self-belief hinders their creative potential. Not everyone has access to the resources or teachers that can nurture their artistic growth. My project addresses both issues by providing an inclusive, accessible, and confidence-building artistic experience that can be cherished by all."
Research / Grant -
May 28
UA Little Rock Students Make a Difference for Fellow Students Through CHASSE Student Ambassador Program
Six University of Arkansas at Little Rock students are making an impact for their fellow students through a new student ambassador program in the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE).
Leadership -
Jun 4
UA Little Rock Announces Spring 2024 Chancellor's List
UA Little Rock announces the Spring 2024 Chancellor's List, recognizing students with superior academic performance in a semester. To be eligible for the Chancellor's List, students must earn at least nine credit hours and at least a 3.9 GPA.
Chancellor's List -
May 28
Spring 2024 Dean's List
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces students who have made the Dean's List for the Spring 2024 semester, recognizing more than 1,265 students whose academic performances have been superior at the end of each semester. To be on the Dean's List, UA Little Rock students must earn at least nine credit hours and maintain at least a 3.5 GPA.
Dean's List -
May 28
UA Little Rock to Host Donaghey Scholar's Photo Exhibition May 20
Gracelyn Johnson, a graduating student and budding photographer, will be finishing up her UA Little Rock education with a photography exhibition.
Student Excellence -
May 16
Criminal Justice Doctoral Student Gains Valuable Insights as Research Assistant
Aspiring to make a meaningful impact in the field of criminal justice, Katelin Matusevich, a doctoral student from Blacksburg, Virginia, is seizing a unique opportunity to hone her skills as a researcher on a comprehensive climate study for the Arkansas Department of Corrections.
Work Experience -
May 3
Bowen Law Student Attends Distinguished Lecture and Discussion with Supreme Court Justice
Keeli Wallace, a graduating law student at the Bowen School of Law, president of the school's Latin American Law Student Association (LALSA) and an executive board member of the National Latina/o Law Student Association, recently visited the United States Supreme Court for a distinguished lecture and discussion with the United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
Achievement (Other) -
May 3
Dawson Picks Up Second Golfer Of The Month Award From Ohio Valley Conference
Little Rock junior Anna Dawson earned her second Ohio Valley Conference Golfer of the Month award on April 1, claiming the honor for the month of March after posting a 71.9 average over eight rounds and three tournaments during the month.
Student Competition -
Apr 26
Crafting Success: Student's Hands-On Furniture Building Experience Enhances Construction Management Education
A year ago, UA Little Rock student Kimberly Arcega had never considered building large oak tables for the benefit of her fellow university students, let alone learning all the skills that would be required to build them. "This was a huge learning experience as I had never built anything this big before," said Arcega, a senior applied design major with an emphasis in woodworking. "I got firsthand experience on the business side of being a custom furniture builder and learned important new skills along the way."
Community Service -
Apr 17
UA Little Rock Student Gains Valuable Insights at Hometown Newspaper
For the second summer in a row, UA Little Rock student Joe Santana has had the opportunity to gain valuable experience as a reporter while interning at his hometown newspaper, the Dumas Clarion.
Internship -
Jan 25
UA Little Rock TRIO Students Visit Atlanta
A group of UA Little Rock students involved in the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program had the opportunity to take a free cultural enrichment and graduate school preparation trip to Atlanta.
Club or Organization -
2023 Jun 30
UA Little Rock Welcomes New Members of Cooper Honors Program
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock welcomed new members to the William G. Cooper Jr. Honors Program in English.
Honors Program -
2023 Jun 9
School of Mass Communication honors award-winning students
The UA Little Rock School of Mass Communication celebrated its outstanding students during an awards ceremony on April 13.
Academic Award -
2023 Jun 8
UA Little Rock Student Nurses Association President Elected to State Office
Niki Buckman, a student from Quinlan, Texas, was elected as the District 1 director during the ANSA convention held in Hot Springs. She will represent and advocate for nursing students in Arkadelphia, Conway, Hot Springs, Little Rock, and Magnolia. She will also serve on the annual convention, fundraising, and awards committees.
Business/professional -
2022 Dec 19
FIRST-GENERATION STUDENT AND NAVY VETERAN FINDS SUCCESS AT UA LITTLE ROCK
After spending six years in the U.S. Navy, Bryan Hernandez, a first-generation college student from Clinton, Arkansas, has found success as a marketing major and storyteller at UA Little Rock, a skill he hopes to use after graduation to highlight the Latinx culture.
Military -
2022 Nov 10
UA Little Rock Announces Fall 2022 Enrollment
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is proud to announce UA Little Rock students who have enrolled for the Fall 2022 semester.
Enrollment -
2022 Sep 20
UA Little Rock Announces First-Year Bowen Law Students
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law has announced its first-year students entering law school for the 2021-22 school year.
Accepted -
2021 Sep 29
Student Government Association Election
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has announced the newly elected members of the Student Government Association for the 2022-23 academic year.
Student Government -
2022 Aug 2
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Inducts New Members
The following people recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.
Honor Society -
2022 May 3