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A new exhibit commemorating America’s approaching semiquincentennial is now on display at the Arkansas State Capitol, thanks to a unique collaboration between the University of Arkansas at Little Rock students … UA Little Rock Students and Faculty Lead America250 Symbols Exhibit at Arkansas State Capitol

Whether he’s designing virtual reality simulations to help protect critical energy infrastructure or introducing K-12 students to emerging technologies, Colin McNerny has spent his time at UA Little Rock turning … Engineering Graduate Advances Cybersecurity and Public Safety

Noureen Siraj, associate professor of chemistry at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has been selected as one of 12 recipients of the 2026 Emerging Research Leaders (ERL) Program … UA Little Rock’s Dr. Noureen Siraj Awarded Emerging Research Leaders Grant

Minden Taylor spent years doubting whether she belonged in graduate school. This spring, she’s earning a Master of Social Work degree from UA Little Rock. “I envisioned getting the degree, … From Self-Doubt to Social Work: Minden Taylor Earns Master’s Degree at UA Little Rock

What started as undergraduate research in a laboratory at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has grown into an award-winning startup with the potential to improve cancer treatment for … UA Little Rock Students Win National Startup Competition for Cancer Research Venture

For Sarah Wolven, communication is more than an academic subject — it’s a survival skill and a source of strength. That lived experience shaped her graduate research on resilience. This … Building Resilience Through Words: Sarah Wolven’s Graduate Journey

Jazmine James decided she wanted to be a lawyer when she was in fifth grade. Years later, that dream seemed deferred. However, a setback became the push she needed to … Guided by Purpose: Jazmine James Finds Her Calling in the Law

What happens when people don’t get enough sleep? How does financial stress change the way we think? And what does it mean to interact with a system that can think … Exploring the Human Mind: Inside UA Little Rock’s Innovative Psychology Labs

Growth has defined Stephen Afolabi’s journey. From his early studies in Nigeria to his research in the United States, he has moved from traditional chemistry into emerging work in machine … UA Little Rock Graduate Student Combines Chemistry and Technology to Shape Future of Research

Walking across a graduation stage brings pride, relief, and sometimes a spark of disbelief. For one Little Rock family, that moment will carry a rare sense of unity and accomplishment: … A Family Affair: Mother and Daughters Graduate Together