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New Hires at Southern Bancorp, UAMS & Lexicon (Movers & Shakers)
This week includes hires and promotions at ArcBest, Philander Smith University, Stone Bank, and more. read more >
John Brown University Receives $2.5M From Mabee Foundation
The funds will support the university's learning resource center renovation, which aims to bring together the library, tutoring services, writing center, media lab and student support services in a central location. read more >
Arkansas Institutions Launch Aviation Programs to Tackle Pilot Shortage
Arkansas is addressing the growing demand for pilots with new training programs like the UCA Aviation Academy and JBU's professional flight degree, offering pathways to high-paying aviation careers. read more >
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Poultry Federation, Citizens Bank & Visit Bentonville Announce New Leadership (Movers & Shakers)
From banking to tourism, Arkansas professionals are stepping into new leadership roles, shaping industries across the state. read more >
John Brown University to Offer Civil Engineering Degree
The program aims to provide students with a technical foundation while emphasizing ethical leadership and sustainable design. read more >
The Best & Worst of 2024
Highlights and lowlights of 2024, from Nobel laureate John Jumper's historic win and groundbreaking green steel innovations. read more >
John Brown University Announces Promotions in Leadership (Movers & Shakers)
Jim Krall has been promoted to senior vice president for university advancement at John Brown University in Siloam Springs. Kim Hadley has been promoted from vice president to executive vice president at JBU. read more >
John Brown University Receives $25.1M in Gifts, Pledges in Fiscal Year
The private Christian school in Siloam Springs said the financial support will impact students, faculty and the university community through a range of programs, scholarships and capital improvements. read more >
Anthony Fletcher of CHI St. Vincent Named President of the Association of Black Cardiologists (Movers & Shakers)
In this role, Fletcher will oversee the organization’s mission by advocating for heart health and wellness in minority communities. read more >
John Brown University to Offer AI Degree; Other Universities Plan New Classes
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, offer or are planning to offer AI classes. read more >
by Marty Cook -
John Brown University to Offer Bachelor’s Degree in AI
John Brown University said it will be the first Christian university in the nation to offer a bachelor's in the field. read more >
John Brown University Adds Graduate Programs in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics
The private four-year Christian university is also launching a graduate program in marketing analytics. read more >
Ebony Mitchell Hired as Director of External Affairs at Arkansas Foodbank (Movers & Shakers)
Mitchell, previously Miss Arkansas, will oversee the organization’s marketing, communications and advocacy work. read more >
Alan Price Promoted to Community President at FNBC of Batesville (Movers & Shakers)
He will oversee the bank’s charter market in Sharp County, which includes Ash Flat, Cherokee Village, Highland and Hardy. read more >
Donnie Crain Named President and CEO of the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce (Movers & Shakers)
Crain will also serve as president of the Conway County Economic Development Corp. read more >
Arkansas Tech Names Abby Davis Athletics Director (Movers & Shakers)
She will be the first woman to serve in that position. read more >
Arkansas Colleges Shrinking, and ‘Cliff’ Still Looms
A recent college attendance dip in Arkansas doesn’t reflect the “enrollment cliff” that higher education leaders have harped about for years. It’s been more of a slow roll down to the edge. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Alexander Named to UAM Board (Movers & Shakers)
Terry Alexander has been appointed to the board of directors of the University of Arkansas at Monticello Foundation Fund. read more >
Spencer Selected as Vice Chancellor at UAM (Movers & Shakers)
Mark Spencer, dean of the School of Arts & Humanities at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, has been named associate vice chancellor for program development, assessment and distance learning. read more >
Generations Bank Names New Market Presidents (NWA Movers & Shakers)
Max Harrell has been promoted to Rogers area market president for Generations Bank of Rogers, and Rick Moody has been hired as market president for the Fayetteville area. read more >
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