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 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
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
Arkansas Teacher Earns Master's Degree to Inspire Son Battling Brain Cancer
Heather High, a second-grade teacher and mother of four from Bella Vista, and her 14-year-old son Elijah have something in common - a love of gifted and talented education.
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Aug 22
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
Bobbie Handcock Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Bobbie Handcock of Lonoke, Arkansas, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Handcock was initiated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
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Aug 22
Spring 2024 Graduation - Multiple Degrees
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock congratulates its Spring 2024 graduates with multiple degrees.
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Jul 11
Spring 2024 Graduation
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces its spring 2024 graduates.
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Jul 9
UA Little Rock Senior Wins SURF Grant For Immigration Research
For Yvonne Rodriguez, a UA Little Rock senior political science and sociology double major, the news of winning a prestigious Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Grant came as a surprise and an honor.
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Jun 7
Bowen Student to Graduate, Work as Counsel in South Korea
Claire Cockrell, a graduating student at the William H. Bowen School of Law, expects to begin her career in law as Assistant District Counsel for the east district of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Pyeongtaek, South Korea.
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Jun 4
Dreams Materialized: Part-time Bowen Law Student Graduates, Sets Sights on Arkansas Attorney General's Office
What do you want to be when you grow up? We've all been asked this question before, especially as children. While most people's answers change over time, some know very early on exactly what they want to do. Such is the case for Rachael McKenzie, a 2024 graduate of the William H. Bowen School of Law.
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Jun 4
Graduating Public History Student Immortalizes President Bill Clinton's Legacy by Creating Virtual 3D Artifacts
In an innovative thesis project that melds technology with historical preservation, Jackelyn Cordova Romano, a graduating public history student at UA Little Rock, has brought President Bill Clinton's legacy to life through the creation of immersive virtual 3D artifacts.
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May 16
Combination of Computer Science Degree, Certificate in Cybersecurity Broadens Career Options for Graduate
Benjamin Miller developed a passion for computer science and technology as a teen growing up in Cabot, Arkansas. That interest ultimately led him to pursue a bachelor's degree in computer science and a Certificate of Proficiency in Cybersecurity at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
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May 16
Graduating Student Finds Success at UA Little Rock
After earning her bachelor's degree in finance from Covenant University in Nigeria, Mary Mezue said a simple birthday phone call led to a major change in life.
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May 16
Graduating Student Sets Sights on Data Analysis Career
Hailing from Nigeria, Lotenna Nwana has carved a remarkable academic journey at UA Little Rock, culminating in the attainment of a master's degree in business information systems and analytics.
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May 16
Graduate Discovers New Calling at UA Little Rock
After studying computer science as an undergraduate student in Nigeria, Anulika Nwashili was intrigued by the prospect of participating in the cutting-edge research taking place at the Collaboratorium for Social Media and Online Behavioral Studies (COSMOS) Research Center at UA Little Rock.
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May 16
Against All Odds: Graduate Achieves Degree Dream Despite Severe Health Setback
Following her diagnosis of throat cancer in 2015, Shalonda Michelle Nelson faced a daunting future.
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May 9
UA Little Rock Graduate Finishes Degree Two Decades After Leaving College
A University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduate has finished her long-held goal of completing her bachelor's degree more than 20 years after she first started college.
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May 9
UA Little Rock Honors Emily Wells as Whitbeck Award Winner
Emily Wells, a mass communication major and theatre arts minor from Warren, has been named the winner of the 2024 Edward L. Whitbeck Memorial Award at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
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May 9
Keeping It in the Family: Mother-Daughter Duo Graduate Together with Social Work Degrees
A pair of graduating family members at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock are redefining what it means to have a close mother-daughter relationship.
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May 7
UA Little Rock Grad Lands Dream Job in Aerospace Engineering
Haley Burt's dreams have always extended beyond Earth, and now the graduating senior from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will have the opportunity to use her engineering skills in a job that is out of this world.
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May 7
Chemistry Educator Completes Doctorate, Secures Professorship in Chemical Education Research
Driven by a lifelong passion for both teaching and scientific inquiry, Dr. Ronia Kattoum has reached a significant milestone in her academic journey. After years of dedication and hard work, the long-time chemistry instructor and single mother of four has successfully earned her doctoral degree in applied sciences-chemistry and accepted a full-time assistant professorship in chemical education research.
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May 7
Graduating Public History Student Preserves Arkansas Heritage with Innovative Website Project
A graduating UA Little Rock student is sharing his love of history with the creation of a website that documents historic preservation efforts in Arkansas.
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May 3
Aspiring Journalist Sets Sights on Broadcasting Career
With a passion for storytelling and a knack for communication, Joe Santana, a graduating senior from Dumas, is poised to embark on an exciting journey into the world of broadcasting.
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May 3
From Salon to Courtroom: Top Anthropology Grad Pursues Law Degree
Amidst the upheaval of the pandemic, Tosha Aleck, a native of Springdale, found herself at a crossroads when the salon where she was working as a cosmetologist shut down in 2020.
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May 3
UA Little Rock Construction Leader Graduates with Bright Future Ahead
A UA Little Rock student leader who has a passion for advocating for women in the construction industry is graduating this semester with a bright future ahead of her.
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May 3