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.
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.

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2024 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.

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2024 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.

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2024 Jun 7
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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2024 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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2024 Jun 4
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).

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2024 Jun 4
Small Honored in Arkansas Press Women Communications Contest
Whitley Small, a junior at UA Little Rock, has been recognized in the Arkansas Press Women 2024 Communications Contest.

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2024 Jun 4
Honoring Civil Rights Heritage: Public History Class Recognized for Preserving Arkansas History
In a thorough and rigorous investigation of the rich tapestry of Arkansas's past, a public history class and their esteemed professor have been honored with awards for their exceptional efforts in preserving and promoting state history.

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2024 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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2024 Jun 4

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.

Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2024 Jun 4

UA Little Rock Graduate Student Learns Important Teaching Skills at Mobile Institute on Scientific Teaching
During the first week after the end of the spring semester, most people might assume that busy college professors would be relaxing, celebrating, or taking a vacation

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2024 Jun 4
Real Estate Students Take Second Place in National Real Estate Challenge
A group of University of Arkansas at Little Rock students came in second place during a challenging national real estate competition where they battled 16 teams from universities across the country.

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2024 Jun 4
Tozer Honored in Arkansas Press Women Communications Contest
Charla Tozer, a junior graphic design major, has been recognized in the Arkansas Press Women 2024 Communications Contest.

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2024 Jun 4

Nyangweso Receives Staff Senate Scholarship
UA Little Rock has named Laurie Nyangweso as the recipient of the 2024 Staff Senate Scholarships.

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2024 Jun 4

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."

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2024 May 28
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.

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2024 May 28
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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2024 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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2024 May 16
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.

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2024 May 28

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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2024 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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2024 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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2024 May 16
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.

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2024 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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2024 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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2024 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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2024 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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2024 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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2024 May 7
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.

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2024 May 3
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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2024 May 7