University of Arkansas
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 >
University of Arkansas Receives $250K From Wilcox Family for Land of Opportunity Scholarship
The Land of Opportunity Scholarship aims to address the critical funding gap that can limit Arkansas students’ access to education. read more >
Judd Deere Appointed to University of Arkansas Board of Trustees
Deere is the deputy chief of staff for Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and will remain in his role while serving on the board. read more >
Randy Lawson Appointed to University of Arkansas Board of Trustees
Lawson founded Lawco Energy Group and has served on numerous boards including the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas State Board of Education. read more >
Chris and Jamie Fowler Donate $5M to UA Scholarship Endowment
It's the latest in a long series of gifts from the Fowler family to the university. read more >
Collateral Damage (Editorial)
Indiscriminate funding cuts by the federal government have the potential to hurt Arkansas citizens. read more >
University of Arkansas Researchers Awarded $750K to Improve Spacecraft Functionality for NASA
The researchers will examine surface textures inspired by natural biology that help repel lunar dust, aiming to enhance the performance and durability of lunar infrastructure. read more >
UA Journalism School Adapts to Industry Changes
Despite a decline in traditional journalism careers, UA’s journalism program sees growing enrollment, emphasizing versatile skills for diverse career paths. read more >
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Bentonville Cybersecurity Startup Bastazo Raises $1M, Plans Early 2025 Product Launch
The company is in growth mode after completing a highly selective accelerator and residency program in San Francisco. read more >
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Arkansas Universities Work to Protect Student-Athletes from Sports Betting
It’s not just a player betting on a game that worries officials. In the modern social media world, where anonymity and instant communication collide, student-athletes are becoming targets of online abuse from upset bettors. read more >
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Digital History Collaboration at University of Arkansas Awarded $500K
The grant, awarded in conjunction with Grambling State University, will fund an immersive virtual-reality experience that aims to enhance the understanding of African American history through digital technology. read more >
Arkansas Sportswriter Bob Holt Dies at 65 After Postgame Collapse
Holt covered the Razorbacks for 43 years. Known for his dedication and passion, he was an esteemed figure in SEC sports journalism. read more >
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Arkansas Proposes Changes to CPA Licensing Requirements to Address Industry Demands
New rules may be on the horizon, but for now, an aspiring certified public accountant in Arkansas needs 150 hours of college credit. That’s five years of schooling at the normal rate. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
CPA Licensing: The Path, the Test and the Numbers
Arkansas may adopt a 120-hour CPA licensure path with two years of work experience, aiming to ease barriers and attract more candidates to the profession. read more >
Arkansas’ Future Depends on Engineering (Kim LaScola Needy Commentary)
Increasing Arkansas’ engineering workforce is critical for economic success. read more >
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Doubling STEM Grads Could Add Nearly $4B to Arkansas Economy by 2038, Study Finds
The state currently faces a critical shortage of STEM graduates, with nearly 58,000 open positions projected in the coming years. read more >
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Hunt Family Pledges $100M for University of Arkansas Scholarships
The planned gift makes up half of the fundraising goal for the university's Land of Opportunity Scholarship campaign. read more >
Arkansas Universities See Growth This Fall as Enrollment Cliff Looms
With demographic shifts expected to soon reduce the number of college-age students, universities are rethinking how they recruit students and prioritizing retention. read more >
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University of Arkansas Researchers Awarded $5M for Testing of Seismic Systems
Researchers at the University of Arkansas have been awarded $5 million to develop a center for large-scale testing of seismic systems. read more >
University of Arkansas Professor Wins $997K Grant for Electric Vehicle Research
The Department of Energy awarded the funds for research into high-voltage power modules that could make electric vehicle charging stations smaller, more efficient and more reliable. read more >
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