Burke Soffe
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Lyon College Dental School to Welcome First Students in June
The school in Little Rock intends to improve the state’s dismal dental health statistics. Arkansas ranks last in the country in dental health and second to last in dentist-to-population ratio. read more >
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Rebekah Guiltner Promoted to Senior VP at FNBC Bank (Movers & Shakers)
Explore career advancements and new hires across Arkansas industries, from banking and education to technology, health care, and legal sectors. read more >
Lyon Dental School Plans June 2025 Opening
The Lyon College School of Dental Medicine expects to see its first students in June 2025 and then watch them graduate three years later — a year earlier than most dental programs. read more >
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Lyon Keeps Sights Set on Heifer HQ
Lyon's deal to buy the Heifer International HQ in Little Rock fell through last month, however the college still plans to move forward plan to put dental and veterinary schools at the downtown property. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Eleanor Green Named Founding Dean of Lyon College Veterinary School
She officially assumes the role on July 1 and will lead Lyon College’s request for accreditation by the American Veterinary Medical Association. read more >
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