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Den Day Delivers Record-Breaking Attendance
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ set another Den Day attendance record on Thursday. With more than 600 prospective high school students attending the event, the Nov. 13 Den Day marks the third in a row to set a record for growth.
November 13, 2025
Nursing Students Gain Experience in Little Rock
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ nursing students in the Student Nurses Association spent two days in Little Rock, Ark., attending the Arkansas Nursing Students Association State Convention.
November 06, 2025
Recession-Proof Careers: Jobs Designed to Withstand an Economic Downfall
As the economy fluctuates, the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is committed to teaching and preparing students to graduate and secure stable careers.
October 31, 2025
Five High-Need Health Care Careers in Arkansas
Healthcare careers are in high demand nationwide. The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is preparing students for careers in nursing, dental hygiene, imaging sciences, surgical technology, and healthcare administration.
October 31, 2025
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ can Help Achieve the Dream of Becoming a Social Worker in Arkansas
A career in helping others starts at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ. Learn about a degree in social work and the jobs applicable to a BSW.
October 31, 2025
Students Get Jump Start on Jobs at All-Majors Career Fair
Nearly 200 students and alumni from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ attended the All-Majors Career Fair, where they had an opportunity to network with more than 40 area businesses.
October 31, 2025
Nursing Students to Assist at Minority Health Fair
Senior nursing students from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing will administer free flu and COVID-19 vaccines during a community health fair Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 4916 High...
October 23, 2025
All Majors Career Fair Slated Oct 29
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ will host its Fall 2025 All-Majors Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
October 23, 2025
Alumna Rides Through History
Jenny Kliest, a 2024 graduate of the dental hygiene program at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, rode nearly 1,000 miles along the Trail of Tears Northern Route for the Remember the Removal Bike Ride.
October 13, 2025
Clements Family Wins Annual SGA Award
Clements' family was named the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Family of the Year during Family Weekend celebration.
October 06, 2025
Program Sets Schedule for Oral Health and Hygiene
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is celebrating with a month-long program called Tooth Tip Tuesday. The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Dental Hygiene program is increasing oral health awareness through social media. The...
October 02, 2025
Dr. Camille Wheeler Found Her Calling in Education
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ associate professor of education, Dr. Camille Wheeler, was called to teaching after a career in the Department of Human Services. She ensures that all future teachers are able to meet the needs of the whole child,...
September 29, 2025
Jarren McAllister: The Tears of Adversity
Jarren McAllister, a healthcare administration graduate student and men's basketball player at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, suffered back-to-back-to-back ACL injuries before turning to his faith and education as a way back to the court.
September 26, 2025
Study Abroad Dream Come True: A Summer at Oxford
Hailey Hadley, a junior at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, spent the summer studying abroad at Oxford University's Lady Margaret Hall.
September 12, 2025
Caldwell Simulation Lab Hosts Open House
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ unveiled its new Walter O. Caldwell Simulation Lab during an open house Sept. 10, showcasing cutting-edge technology designed to enhance nursing education through immersive, hands-on training.
September 11, 2025
First-Year and Transfer Enrollment See Gains for 2025
First-year undergraduate enrollment has reached its highest level since before the COVID-19 pandemic, with more than 1,030 first-year students registered for the fall of 2025, a 15% increase from the same date in 2024.
August 18, 2025
25 New Faculty Members Join ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
Twenty five new full-time faculty members will join ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ for the 2025-26 academic year, strengthening programs across its three colleges and expanding academic resources for students.
August 18, 2025
McIntosh Named ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Director of First Year Advising
Kayla McIntosh named as new director of first-year advising (ROAR) at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
July 18, 2025
‘Lion Family’ Grows with Mane Event
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ hosted its first of three new student orientations, Mane Event, of the summer on Friday, June 20, 2025.
June 20, 2025
Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.
June 20, 2025Popular Topics
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