University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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.

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

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.

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

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

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Gracelyn Johnson, a graduating student and budding photographer, will be finishing up her UA Little Rock education with a photography exhibition.

Following her diagnosis of throat cancer in 2015, Shalonda Michelle Nelson faced a daunting future.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Aaliyah Mathis was named the Ohio Valley Conference Female Field Athlete of the Week announced by the conference April 24. This is the second field athlete of the week honor for the junior this season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Since 2022, Katherine Hartter, an environmental geology student at UA Little Rock, has been sharing her love of space science with the community by serving as a NASA Partnered Eclipse Ambassador.

Armin Mortazi, a junior biology major and chemistry minor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has received a prestigious grant from the Student Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) awarded by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) for his research in combating antibiotic resistance.

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.