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.
UA Little Rock Celebrates First Graduates of Cybersecurity Degree Program
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock marked a major milestone this spring as it celebrated the graduation of its first cohort of students to earn a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity. The inaugural class of nine graduates includes Kenneth Barnett, Bryce Ebsen, Isaac Gonzalez, Courtney Ingram, Cameron Jackson, Cameron Johnson, David Leitnaker, Emily McClenahan, and Brandon Orender.

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Jun 13
Four UA Little Rock Students Celebrate Match Day with Jacksonville North Pulaski School District
Four University of Arkansas at Little Rock students were honored on May 9 during a special Match Day ceremony hosted by the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District, marking the next step in their journey to becoming teachers through the Trojan Teacher Residency Program.

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Jun 13
UA Little Rock Student's Documentary Shines Light on Forgotten Campus Landmarks
Two of UA Little Rock's most overlooked landmarks, the campus observatory and planetarium, are getting a second chance in the spotlight thanks to a short documentary created by graduating student Adrian Rogers.

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Jun 13

UA Little Rock Music Students Compete at the National Association of Teachers Competition
Music students from UA Little Rock traveled to the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville for the National Association of Teachers of Singing Competition (NATS).
UA Little Rock Students Take 2nd Place at JOLT Competition
A team of tech-savvy UA Little Rock students earned second place and a $750 prize during the ninth annual JOLT Competition that took place April 4-6.

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Jun 13
UA Little Rock Announces Spring 2025 Chancellor's List
UA Little Rock announces its Spring 2025 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.

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Jun 3
Grandfather's Influence Guides Law Graduate's Journey to Serve Others
Robert Bennett's path to becoming a lawyer wasn't just about pursuing a dream, but about honoring the man who helped shape it.

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May 30
Vivian Angeles Graduates with Two Bachelor's Degrees in Criminal Justice and English
UA Little Rock student Vivian Angeles has graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on May 17 with two bachelor's degrees in criminal justice and English.

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May 30
Spring 2025 Dean's List
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces students who have made the Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester, recognizing nearly 1,500 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.

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Jun 3
Setting the Example: How Jessica Schoultz Balances Law School and Motherhood
The road to a law degree isn't always smooth-especially when it's paved with long commutes, late night classes, and the constant balance of school, work, and motherhood. For Jessica Schoultz, the journey is equal parts ambition and sacrifice, driven by her desire to lead by example for her children and to use her legal skills to bring justice to those who need it most.

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May 20
Detours to Determination: Chris Carlisle's Path to Law School Graduation
As a child, Chris Carlisle sat captivated beside his family, eyes glued to episodes of Matlock and Perry Mason flickering across their living-room television. In those evenings filled with dramatic courtroom battles and triumphant verdicts, a dream began to formone he carried through decades of life's detours before he found the courage to pursue it.

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May 20
Latest UA Little Rock Grad Proves It's Never Too Late to Chase a Dream
After years of working in tech and real estate, raising a family, and even earning a pilot's license, one might say that Allison Baker of Little Rock has done it all. With the completion of her fourth degree at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Baker has proven that it's never too late to pivot toward a lifelong calling.

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May 15
From Health to Finance: Oswalt's Journey to an MBA
Ginny Oswalt never planned to earn a Master of Business Administration. But after an unexpected career shift and a growing passion for finance, the Louisiana native who was raised in Little Rock has recently graduated with her MBA from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

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May 15
UA Little Rock Graduate Finds Purpose in the Classroom
When Averee Betts walks into a classroom, everything else fades away. The single mother from Benton has faced more than her share of obstacles-balancing motherhood, chronic health issues, school, and a part-time job. But through it all, she never let go of her belief that teaching is where she's meant to be.

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May 15
Courtney Ingram Transforms Career Through UA Little Rock's Cybersecurity Program
After more than a decade in bookkeeping and years of stop-and-start college courses, Courtney Ingram took a leap of faith that has led her to become one of the first graduates of UA Little Rock's cybersecurity program and to a promotion in a fast-growing tech field she never imagined herself in.

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May 15
Guided by Purpose: Bowen Law Grad Builds a Legacy of Advocacy and Leadership
Alycia Jameson, a Little Rock native, will graduate with her Juris Doctor from the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law on May 17. She is passionate about immigration law and hopes to use her degree to advocate for Arkansas immigrants in need of legal representation.

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May 15
UA Little Rock Scholar Blends Science and Service on Path to Medical School
When Armin Mortazi co-founded the Pre-Health Club at UA Little Rock, he hoped to offer his peers something he knew was vital for future healthcare professionals-early exposure, shared experience, and a sense of support.

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May 15
Chris Carlisle's Journey: Law School, Life Lessons, and a Dream Realized
Chris Carlisle of Perryville has worn many hats - retail manager, houseparent, and homeschool teacher - but through every career twist and turn, one goal stayed quietly in his heart: attending law school.

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May 15
Law Graduate and Miss Arkansas USA: Olivia Halsey's Dual Triumph
After balancing law school, clerkships, and public service, Olivia Halsey is graduating with a Juris Doctor - and a new title: Miss Arkansas USA 2025.

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May 15
UA Little Rock Graduate Owen Haynes Finds Global Passion on the Path to Civil Rights Law
Whether in the courtroom or the classroom, Owen Haynes has always been drawn to the fight for constitutional and civil rights. The White Hall native, who majored in political science with a concentration in international studies and a minor in Middle Eastern studies, will graduate from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on May 17.

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May 15
A Legacy of Leadership: Clifford McLeod's Impact at Bowen
Transformative leadership is not a cliche to Clifford McLeod, it's his legacy. The outgoing Student Bar Association president and May 2025 graduate of the William H. Bowen School of Law, McLeod hopes to be remembered as the type of person that didn't wait for others to do something when he could.

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May 14
UA Little Rock Graduate Colleen Gilliland Prepares for a Global Adventure Before Dental School
Colleen Gilliland, a graduating senior at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, is setting her sights on a future in dentistry, but only after experiencing an upcoming gap year filled with travel, growth, and adventures abroad. Gilliland, a Donaghey Scholar and former soccer captain, will graduate May 17 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Originally from Longview, Texas, she transferred to UA Little Rock in 2022 after being recruited to play soccer. The Donaghey Scholars Honors Program, however, was what ultimately sealed the deal.

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May 14
Star Swimmer Jaelle Carlson Leaves Her Mark in the Pool and Beyond
Whether slicing through water or solving complex equations, UA Little Rock senior Jaelle Carlson is known for giving her all as both a standout student-athlete and a driven future engineer. A mechanical engineering major with a 3.97 GPA and a minor in mathematics, Carlson was named the 2025 Most Valuable Player for UA Little Rock's swimming and diving team and will leave the university as a Scholar All-American. Her success stems from a strong work ethic, intentional time management, and a deep love for her sport and her teammates.

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May 14
Rainwater's Chapter at UA Little Rock Comes to a Close as He Graduates with Master's Degree
John Rainwater will conclude his time at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on May 17. He will be graduating with his Master of Business Administration degree.

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May 14
UA Little Rock Graduate Turns Childhood Struggles Into Lifelong Mission to Help Others
After spending much of his youth in Michigan's foster care system, Curtis Harris Jr. knew he wanted to pursue a career that would allow him to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others facing similar challenges.

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May 14
'Time makes you bolder': Stephanie Giblin Reflects on Her Time at UA Little Rock
Stephanie Giblin will be graduating with her bachelor's degree in social work with a minor in sociology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on May 17.

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May 14
Resilient and Relentless: 60-Year-Old UA Little Rock Grad Redefines What's Possible
Most people don't start a new career in their 50s, much less in one of the fastest-evolving fields in the world. But Slynn McMinn isn't most people. The 60-year-old Christiansburg, Virginia, resident will soon graduate from UA Little Rock with a Master of Science in information science, a milestone in a journey marked by resilience, reinvention, and relentless dedication.

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May 14
UA Little Rock Nursing Student Finds Purpose in Perseverance
Kai Ahn Harris, a nursing student from Dumas, will graduate with a deep sense of purpose as she earns her Associate of Applied Science in Nursing from UA Little Rock on May 17.

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May 6
UA Little Rock Graduate Finds Her Calling in the Classroom
Bailey Ellis didn't always know she wanted to be a teacher. In fact, after high school, she imagined herself becoming a beautician. But a feeling she couldn't quite shake during college orientation set her on a new path-one that led to a degree in education and a lifelong career in shaping young minds.

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May 6
Austin Herndon Discovers Calling to Teach Through Hands-On Experience
When Austin Herndon started college, teaching wasn't part of his plan. But after gaining real-world experience in the classroom through UA Little Rock's teacher residency program, he found his purpose. "My internship time out here at Fountain Lake Middle School with Michael Carey in eighth grade social studies solidified to me that this is what I want to do with my life," said Herndon, a Benton native who will graduate with a bachelor's degree in middle childhood education and a minor in history on May 17.

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May 6