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Alumni Sit Down with Chukwukere Ekeh, '15

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ alum, Chukwukere Ekeh, '15, recently sat down for a Q&A, diving into what he's been up to since graduation.

February 25, 2026
Dr. Bun Song Lee stands outside of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center with the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Bell Tower in the background.
Business and IndustryLion Voices

From Seoul to Fort Smith: Research and Teaching Remain Constant

With nearly 50 years of experience as an educator and researcher, Dr. Bun Song Lee, an associate professor of economics at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, has no plans to slow down and make a global impact with his work.

February 23, 2026
Janet Miller smiles on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Campus Green during a sunny winter day.
First GenerationLion Voices

Closing Higher Ed Chapter for Retirement

Janet Miller, a financial aid advisor at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, reflected on her nearly 30-year career helping students find ways to fund their college experiences.

February 18, 2026
Tracie Griffith, administrative specialist for mathematics, stands in front of the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Math Science Building
AlumniArts and SciencesFirst GenerationLion Voices

Tracie Griffith’s Unretirement – Putting Students First

When Tracie Griffith left the classroom after more than 20 years as a K-12 teacher, she realized something was missing. It was students. In her first year at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, she is finding that she's still making a difference...

February 05, 2026
Dr. Cheryl Holden, executive director of the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Master of Healthcare Administration program, stands on the second floor of the Pendergraft Health Sciences Building overlooking the lobby.
Health Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

Lifetime in Healthcare Spurs Education

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ's Master of Healthcare Administration program is led by Dr. Cheryl Holden, the executive director, who joined ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ after more than four decades of healthcare experience.

February 04, 2026
FoundationGivingLion Voices

Advancing ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Through Relationships: Kara Crowley

Kara Crowley, associate director of philanthropy and engagement, benefited from scholarships to earn both her bachelor's and master's degrees debt-free. In her role at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, she helps donors establish that same...

December 19, 2025
Seth Fields carefully measures out the organic solvent he researched with Dr. Jordan Mader, an associate professor of chemistry.
Arts and SciencesLion Voices

A Change of Heart

A heart condition was found in Seth Fields, a senior at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, while he was in high school. The medical scare has influenced his future career, as he will graduate from ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ this fall and plans to attend medical...

December 10, 2025
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ student, Erika Johnson, center, walks with other Cub Camp counselors and students outside of the Stubblefield Center.
Arts and SciencesFirst GenerationLion Voices

First-Generation Student Spotlight: Erika Johnson

Erika Johnson always knew she wanted to go to college, but she didn't always feel she had the tools to succeed. By always being willing to ask questions and for help, Erika found a home at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ.

December 10, 2025
Alex Dotulong, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ student has a
AlumniArt and DesignArts and SciencesLion Voices

Alex Dotulong Turns Artist360 Grant Into Creative Momentum

When ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ student Alex Dotulong applied for an Artists 360 grant last year, he hoped he’d earn some of the funds needed to upgrade his aging computer. Now that his award year comes to a close, he says the award actually gave him much more.

December 03, 2025
Portrait of Hannah Seal from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Campus Green
Business and IndustryFirst GenerationHealth Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Seal

Hannah Seal, a dental hygiene student, overcame the death of her mom while in elementary school to become the first member of her family to attend college right after high school. By attending the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, she can stay...

December 02, 2025
A portrait of Dr. Kristin Tardif in front of a bookcase wall at Bookish, where she is the new owner of the independent book store in downtown Fort Smith.
Business and IndustryLion Voices

Just One More Chapter: Dr. Kristin Tardif

Dr. Kristin Tardif, professor of organizational leadership, found a second calling as a teacher, and the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ has been her home since 2015. After a childhood spent across the globe and a fulfilling career at Nestlé,...

November 24, 2025
Mary Miller stands in the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ IT office surrounded by shelves filled with PCs
Lion Voices

A Computing Calling: Mary Miller

Mary Miller, PC systems analyst, came to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ in 2011 after trusting her instincts to follow a career in computing in 1987. She is the behind-the-scenes hero ensuring all technology at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is operational for student...

November 12, 2025
Raul Tabares, a senior business administration student at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, stands in front of flags denoting the U.S. military branches at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Veterans Resource Center
Business and IndustryFirst GenerationLion Voices

Success as a Student Veteran

Raul Tabares came to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to earn a college degree. After seven years in the U.S. Army, he felt something was missing in his life. He found it at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ.

November 10, 2025
Portrait of Dr. Sarah Winterberg, associate professor of English at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
Arts and SciencesLion Voices

The ‘Aha’s’ of Teaching: Dr. Sarah Winterberg

Dr. Sarah Winterberg is an associate professor of English at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ. She is the first person from her hometown of Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, to have earned a Ph.D., and since 2007, she has been committed to her pursuit...

October 31, 2025
Kendrix Holcomb (center) points to the camera during his graduation in May 2024 in the Stubblefield Center at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ. He is adorned with his fraternity stoll and Homecoming King 2024 stoll, as well as with multiple cords.
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµAlumniLion Voices

Finding Identity at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ: Kendrix Holcomb

Kendrix Holcomb, an admissions advisor at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, arrived as a student with the goal of reinventing himself. The self-proclaimed introvert made it a priority to come out of his shell and encourages others to do the...

October 15, 2025
Jarren McAllister stands in the Stubblefield Arena seats tossing a basketball in one hand
AthleticsHealth Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

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
Abby Summitt spins a basketball on the court of the Stubblefield Center at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
Arts and SciencesAthleticsLion Voices

Abby Summitt and When the Ball Stops Bouncing

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ senior biology major Abby Summitt details how an injury almost cut her playing career short and how basketball has helped her academically in her pursuit of dental school.

September 19, 2025
Hailey with her certificate of completion outside of Lady Margaret Hall at Oxford University
Health Education and Human SciencesLion VoicesStudents

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
Joe England, resident director of the Lion's Den, smiles in the courtyard of the two dorms at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
Lion VoicesStudents

Home Among the Halls: Joe England

Joe England, resident director for the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ's Lion's Den, has been at the center of ensuring the dorms are a home away from home for first-year students since 2021.

August 08, 2025
Roxy Wylie smiles while standing on the edge of the campus green at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ with the bell tower behind her
Lion Voices

History Buried in the Books: Roxy Wylie

At the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, student success librarian Roxy Wylie uses her love of discovery and adventure to help students find success.

July 21, 2025

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