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.
From Loss to Legacy: Bowen Graduate Follows in His Grandfather's Footsteps
Galloway's journey to earning his Juris Doctor from the UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law this December is one of resilience, family legacy, and hard work.
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Dec 11
UA Little Rock Graduate Advances AI Research to Aid National Security
Spencer Massengale, a University of Arkansas at Little Rock doctoral student from Russellville, is set to graduate with a Ph.D. in information science, marking a significant achievement in AI research aimed at protecting critical infrastructure.
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Dec 11
UA Little Rock Graduate Pursues Passion to Become Marine Biologist
Jessica Edwards, a non-traditional student from the small town of Wautoma, Wisconsin, is celebrating a remarkable journey as she graduates from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock this December.
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Dec 11
UA Little Rock Student Spends Exciting Summer Abroad in Indonesia
UA Little Rock junior Maria Waite, double major in ecology and organismal biology and chemistry, spent an exciting summer studying abroad in Indonesia.
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Dec 11
UA Little Rock Graduate Achieves Long-Awaited Master's Degree and Professional Growth
After more than a 20-year gap since earning her undergraduate degree, Bobbie Handcock found herself inspired by the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic to return to school and pursue a long-held dream: earning her master's degree.
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Dec 11
Army National Guard Member Balances Full-Time Nursing Career and Studies to Earn UA Little Rock Nursing Degree
A dedicated nursing student and Arkansas Army National Guard member is about to achieve a major milestone as he graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
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Dec 11
UA Little Rock Graduate Finds New Career Path with Master's Degree in Information Quality
Duaa Abu Halimeh, who holds a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from her home country of Jordan, was unable to find a job that fit with her responsibilities as a mother to three active daughters. Seeking a fresh start, she decided to return to school to earn a master's degree that would lead her to a fulfilling career.
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Dec 11
Graduate Student Gains Real-World Experience with Arkansas Travelers Internship
Avery Thomas-Wells, who is earning his master's degree in the sports management program at UA Little Rock, interned with the Travelers from April through September, providing invaluable industry knowledge and a stepping stone toward her future career in the sports world
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Nov 21
Tech Analyst Becomes Advocate for Justice at UA Little Rock Bowen School of Law
After spending years monitoring and analyzing high-risk legal threats for tech giants, Oscar Leyva realized that he wanted to use the law to help those who needed it the most.
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Dec 5
Burns Receives $5,000 Scholarship from AISC Education Foundation
A UA Little Rock student has received a $5,000 scholarship from the AISC Education Foundation. Tyler Burns, a junior civil and construction engineering major from Van Buren, is one of 55 students from across the U.S. who received a scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year. The AISC awarded more than $200,000 in scholarships to this year's cohort.
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Nov 15
UA Little Rock Student Advances Antibiotic Research During Prestigious Summer Chemistry Program
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student took part in a highly competitive summer research program focused on organic chemistry, working to enhance the effectiveness of an experimental antibiotic.
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Nov 7
UA Little Rock Student Expands Horizons with Study Abroad Experience at University of Nottingham
Studying abroad at the University of Nottingham marked a life-changing journey for Josie Eanes, a junior English major from Little Rock, who had never left the country before this year.
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Nov 7
UA Little Rock Senior Completes Competitive Research Internship at Arkansas Children's Hospital
UA Little Rock senior Armin Mortazi, a biology major with a minor in chemistry, completed a highly competitive internship with Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH) over the summer.
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Nov 7
First-Generation Nursing Student Dallas Martin Finds Success at UA Little Rock
Dallas Martin, a first-generation senior nursing major from Helena, really does it all. This wife and mom of two is a full-time student at UA Little Rock, set to graduate in December with her bachelor's degree in nursing, while also working full-time as a physician's registered nurse in oncology and hematology at Carti Cancer Center in Little Rock.
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Nov 7
UA Little Rock Senior Gains Experience During Summer Internship at Southwest Power Pool
Hannah Jones, a senior majoring in mechanical engineering at UA Little Rock, gained valuable experience this summer through her internship at Southwest Power Pool.
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Nov 4
UA Little Rock Student Leads Polymer Chemistry Project During Summer Internship at Sherwin-Williams
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student gained invaluable hands-on experience this summer while interning at Sherwin-Williams' research and development site in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Oct 24
UA Little Rock Student Gains International Experience as Web Development Intern in Australia
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student spent his summer honing his web development skills with a unique opportunity abroad, interning at Milk Chocolate Properties in Australia.
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Oct 24
UA Little Rock Student Advances Nuclear Research at University of Guelph
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student took part in cutting-edge research this summer at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada, focusing on nuclear and materials engineering. Tyler Burns, a junior civil and construction engineering major and Donaghey Scholar from Van Buren, spent eight weeks studying abroad with Dr. Khashayar Ghandi's research group at the University of Guelph.
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Oct 24
UA Little Rock Student Advances Biomedical Research in a Summer Internship at University of Galway
Shrigun Maroo, a junior mechanical engineering major from India, spent two months serving as a visiting researcher at CURAM at the University of Galway in Ireland. CURAM is a national research center for medical devices, where they develop affordable, transformative solutions for chronic diseases.
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Oct 18
UA Little Rock Students Study Art and Architecture in Berlin
A group of UA Little Rock students embarked on an unforgettable study abroad trip to Berlin, Germany, this summer, where they immersed themselves in the vibrant world of art and architecture.
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Oct 18
UA Little Rock Student Spends Memorable Summer Studying Notre Dame's Restoration and History
Adison Cummings, a senior double majoring in architectural engineering and civil engineering from Texarkana, Arkansas, spent two months in Paris studying Notre Dame with eight students from the United States.
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Oct 18
UA Little Rock Student Completes Medical Study Abroad Program in Nepal
A UA Little Rock student has committed to a future career in the medical field after completing a study abroad program in her home country of Nepal this summer, where she hopes to one day both return as a volunteer doctor and practice medicine in the United States.
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Oct 4
Beckman Spends Memorable Summer at National Theatre Institute
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student completed a highly competitive six-week summer theater program where participants create new work while training with professionals and emerging artists.
UA Little Rock Student Explore European Business and Economics in Germany
Selin Wei, a senior double majoring in economics and finance at UA Little Rock, traveled to Berlin, Germany, to delve into the intricacies of European business and economics, gaining firsthand experience in one of the continent's most dynamic cities.
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Oct 2
McMillian Awarded $15,000 Accounting Scholarship
Matthew McMillian, a senior accounting major from Huntsville, Alabama, is one of 676 U.S. students who received a scholarship from the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) for the 2024-25 academic year, up from 369 scholarships in 2023 and 250 in 2022.
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Oct 2
Student-Athletes Receive 22 OVC Academic Medals of Honor
The Ohio Valley Conference awarded 22 Little Rock student-athletes the OVC Academic Medal of Honor for the 2023-24 academic year. The OVC gives the Academic Medal of Honor to those student-athletes who maintain a 4.0 grade point average over an entire academic year.
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Sep 12
Kaitlin Graeber Named OVC Defensive Player of the Week
Sophomore midfielder Kaitlin Graeber earns her second OVC Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording an assist on the game winning goal of the Trojans' 2-0 shutout.
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Sep 12
Saldana Selected for Tjuana Byrd Summer Internship Program
A civil engineering major at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock was one of nine students chosen to participate in a competitive summer internship program for Arkansas women of color who are pursuing degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).
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Sep 12
Donaghey Scholar Journeys to Valencia to Hone Spanish Skills for Future Medical Career
Dedicated to enhancing her future medical career, Ragen Hodge, a Donaghey Scholar at UA Little Rock, embarked on an enriching study abroad experience to Valencia, Spain, where she immersed herself in the language and culture to improve her Spanish skills.
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Sep 12
UA Little Rock Announces Summer 2024 Chancellor's List
UA Little Rock announces the Summer 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.
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Aug 22