Stories by Ryan Anderson

ASU board approves tuition, fee hikes at most campuses BEEBE -- The Arkansas State University System board of trustees approved increases to tuition and mandatory fees at all but one of its schools Thursday.Henderson State University will keep the cost fl... June 9, 2023

ASU System opts to keep budget level BEEBE -- The Arkansas State University System adopted a fiscal year 2024 budget level with last year's Thursday, following approval by the board of trustees.For individual schools, Arkansas State ... June 9, 2023

ASU System schools look to raise tuition and mandatory fees for 2023-24 Arkansas State University is proposing a 4% increase for tuition and mandatory fees for the 2023-24 academic year, while Henderson State University plans to keep tuition and mandatory fees at the same... June 8, 2023

Arkansas State University set for 2024 eclipse JONESBORO -- With Jonesboro directly in the path of "totality" for next year's solar eclipse, Arkansas State University is using the event as an opportunity for scientific research and e... June 8, 2023

Lyon College to offer its first master’s degree in teaching Lyon College's Master of Arts in Teaching -- the first graduate program in the college's 150-year history -- will debut this fall.Designed for people who want practical, hands-on experience te... June 7, 2023

Arkansas State set for eclipse With Jonesboro directly in the path of "totality" for next year's solar eclipse, Arkansas State University is using the event as an opportunity for scientific research and exploration.Th... June 6, 2023

ASU gets added to Amazon program Amazon employees interested in furthering their education can now do so through Arkansas State University.Starting with this summer's semester, A-State Online's 100-plus degree programs are el... June 5, 2023

Arkansas State University gets added to Amazon program JONESBORO -- Amazon employees interested in furthering their education can now do so through Arkansas State University.Starting with this summer's semester, A-State Online's 100-plus degree pr... June 5, 2023

Arkansas State expands options under master of science in engineering JONESBORO -- The Master of Science in Engineering program offered by Arkansas State University will split into three separate degree programs starting this fall.The new degree options will be Master o... June 2, 2023

Lyon College names founding dean for veterinary school Lyon College moved another step closer to opening its veterinary school Wednesday, announcing Dr. Eleanor M. Green as the founding dean.Green will begin her duties July 1 at Lyon College, a private, l... June 1, 2023

Arkansas State expands options under master of science in engineering The Master of Science in Engineering program offered by Arkansas State University will split into three separate degree programs starting this fall.The new degree options will be Master of Science in ... June 1, 2023

Lyon College hires Texas A&M dean emerita as veterinary school's founding dean Lyon College moved another step closer to opening its veterinary school Wednesday, announcing Dr. Eleanor M. Green as the founding dean.Green will begin her duties July 1 and lead the college’s reques... May 31, 2023

UALR: Grant will enhance fighting attacks on utilities The Emerging Threat Information Sharing and Analysis Center -- of which the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a key member -- is expanding, thanks to a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department... May 31, 2023

New chancellor takes reins of Pulaski Tech University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College Chancellor Summer DeProw's former life as a decorated horseman may seem far afield from her roles in higher education leadership.But it provided a ... May 30, 2023

UA-Rich Mountain, Mena receive a boost from sports MENA -- The community of Mena and University of Arkansas at Rich Mountain have "a ton of momentum" underway, Chancellor Phillip Wilson said last week.Athletics have been integral to the coll... May 30, 2023

UA System notebook Plans approved for UAPB, UAFSThe University of Arkansas System board of trustees on Thursday approved new strategic plans at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and the University of Arkansas at ... May 30, 2023

UA System notebook: Plans approved for UAPB, UAFS Plans approved for UAPB, UAFSThe University of Arkansas System board of trustees on Thursday approved new strategic plans at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and the University of Arkansas at ... May 28, 2023

UA, Fayetteville to buy 3 acres of land near campus FAYETTEVILLE -- The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is buying nearly three 3 acres near the main campus.The UA System board of trustees approved the purchase of several parcels in Fayetteville du... May 28, 2023

Trustees approve purchase of 3 acres for UA-Fayetteville The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is buying nearly three 3 acres near the main campus.The UA System board of trustees approved the purchase of several parcels in Fayetteville during a meeting T... May 28, 2023

Trustees approve UA System schools tuition and fees for next year MENA -- The University of Arkansas board of trustees approved 2023-24 tuition and fees at its institutions Thursday, as well as several new programs -- including a historic engineering degree at the U... May 26, 2023

University of Arkansas trustees approve new rates systemwide for 2023-24, new engineering program at UAPB MENA — The University of Arkansas board of trustees wrapped up two days of meetings Thursday, approving 2023-24 tuition and fee increases at its institutions as well as several new degrees &mdas... May 25, 2023

University of Arkansas System tuition and fee increases approved by committee, await full board's OK MENA -- The Academic and Student Affairs Committee of the University of Arkansas System board of trustees approved 2023-24 tuition and fees proposed by UA System institutions Wednesday.The full board ... May 25, 2023

Most UA System schools to seek increases in tuition and fees The majority of University of Arkansas System institutions are proposing increases in tuition and mandatory fees for 2023-2024, and those rates will be considered by the UA System Board of Trustees du... May 24, 2023

UALR gets $3.5M directorship grant As the University of Arkansas at Little Rock strives to enhance its teacher education program to become a "premier provider" of teachers in Arkansas, the Windgate Foundation has stepped up t... May 23, 2023

Attorney encourages UA students to fight for diversity, justice FAYETTEVILLE -- Attorney Tom Mars urged University of Arkansas, Fayetteville law school graduates to remain open to unconventional career paths and remember that one lawyer truly can make a difference... May 21, 2023

UALR workshop explores teaching Though the regular academic year is over at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, several faculty members stuck around last week for a workshop to learn more about how they can better engage stud... May 21, 2023

Attorney inspires University of Arkansas, Fayetteville law school graduates FAYETTEVILLE -- Attorney Tom Mars urged University of Arkansas, Fayetteville law school graduates to remain open to unconventional career paths and remember that one lawyer truly can make a difference... May 21, 2023

Olympian tells grads: ‘Aim high’ FAYETTEVILLE -- It's imperative to "aim high" and "step into your calling with relentless passion," Olympic gold medalist Veronica Campbell Brown told University of Arkansas, F... May 14, 2023

Olympian tells University of Arkansas graduates: ‘Aim high’ FAYETTEVILLE -- It's imperative to "aim high" and "step into your calling with relentless passion," Olympic gold medalist Veronica Campbell Brown told University of Arkansas, F... May 14, 2023

UA staff aided by strategic resources As the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville continues to develop its 150 Forward strategic plan, the university is encouraging employees to take advantage of resources from partner EAB to inform their... May 13, 2023

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville employees learn more about strategic planning resources FAYETTEVILLE -- As the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville continues to develop its 150 Forward strategic plan, the university is encouraging employees to take advantage of resources from partner EAB... May 12, 2023

UA commencement draws Olympic medalist, notable speakers FAYETTEVILLE -- More than 4,000 students will walk during this spring's commencement for the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and several notable speakers will address graduates, including an... May 10, 2023

Fayetteville architecture firm is finalist to design memorial FAYETTEVILLE -- A Fayetteville-based architecture firm is among five finalists to design a new memorial in the nation's capital, and the dean of the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville's Fay ... May 9, 2023

UA-Fayetteville gets human resources rework FAYETTEVILLE -- As Michelle Hargis Wolfe drove along Garland Avenue last year and watched students at her alma mater stroll down the street, "I got goosebumps all over my body.""They ar... May 8, 2023

UA picks dean for graduate school FAYETTEVILLE -- Ed Pohl, a professor, researcher, scholar and U.S. Air Force veteran, has been named the next dean of the Graduate School and International Education at the University of Arkansas, Fay... May 6, 2023

University of Arkansas names next Graduate School and International Education dean FAYETTEVILLE — Ed Pohl, a professor, researcher, scholar, and U.S. Air Force veteran, has been named the next dean of the Graduate School and International Education at the University of Arkansa... May 5, 2023

UA design center opens Saturday FAYETTEVILLE -- The new Studio and Design Center, which will have its grand opening this weekend, is a "rare" jewel among arts buildings at the nation's colleges and universities, said C... May 3, 2023

Italian degree OK’d at main UA campus ARKADELPHIA -- The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board on Friday approved a Bachelor of Arts degree in Italian for the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.The state panel's decision, whi... April 29, 2023

State’s schools to see new degrees ARKADELPHIA -- The Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved several new degree offerings at the state's colleges and universities on Friday, including a 100% online degree in organiza... April 29, 2023

Bigger is new chair of higher ed board ARKADELPHIA -- Graycen Bigger of Pocahontas has become chairperson of the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board.Bigger chaired the two-day meeting at Higher Education Coordinating Board at Hend... April 29, 2023

Arkansas higher education panel gets new chairperson ARKADELPHIA — Graycen Bigger of Pocahontas has ascended to chairperson of the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board.Bigger, 35, is the Assistant Vice President of Community Developme... April 28, 2023

Higher education board approves University of Arkansas degrees in Italian, interdisciplinary studies ARKADELPHIA — The state’s Higher Education Coordinating Board approved several new degree offerings at the state’s colleges and universities — from a bachelor of arts in Italia... April 28, 2023

College retention highest in 5 years ARKADELPHIA -- College retention and graduation rates continue to improve in the state, according to data presented Thursday during a meeting of the state's Higher Education Coordinating Board at ... April 28, 2023

UA System trustees narrowly vote down potential affiliation with University of Phoenix The University of Arkansas System board of trustees declined to give their blessing to a potential affiliation between the system and the University of Phoenix during a special Zoom meeting Monday -- ... April 25, 2023

University of Arkansas trustees narrowly reject bid to affiliate with University of Phoenix The University of Arkansas System board of trustees declined to give their blessing to a potential affiliation with the University of Phoenix during a special Zoom meeting Monday, albeit with a narrow... April 24, 2023

University of Arkansas marks investiture of Chancellor Robinson FAYETTEVILLE -- With the pomp and circumstance resembling a commencement, the University of Arkansas on Thursday celebrated the investiture of Charles Robinson, the first Black person to lead the stat... April 21, 2023

University of Arkansas System board split on University of Phoenix deal University of Arkansas System board of trustees members appeared split on a potential affiliation with the University of Phoenix during a special meeting Wednesday, and they plan to vote on a proposed... April 20, 2023

French major gets an au revoir at UALR The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will eliminate its bachelor of arts degree in French -- and affiliated faculty members -- because of low student interest, following a recommendation by the c... April 20, 2023

University of Arkansas picks solar-power provider The University of Arkansas System will enter into an agreement for solar services with Scenic Hill Solar after approval by the board of trustees during a special meeting Wednesday.Cumulative savings f... April 20, 2023

UA trustees OK end of UALR's French degree, start of solar services The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will eliminate its French degree program and its affiliated faculty members after the move was approved Wednesday by the UA System board of trustees.Chancello... April 19, 2023