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Woodlawn School District accepts state partnership money for career education building

Friday, December 12 by Ray King

The Woodlawn School District has officially accepted nearly $1.3 million in state partnership money to help build a new Career Education Center. According to the Cleveland County Herald, Superintendent Dr. Kevin Hancock said the district’s board accepted the money during its most recent meeting. The school... Read More.

University presidents reflect on academic freedom amid Trump’s push to reshape higher education

Thursday, December 11 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The Trump administration has expanded its review of colleges and universities across the country this year, threatening to withhold critical funding from some institutions if they do not comply with administration's policies.Many universities rely on federal funding for a sizable portion... Read More.

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UAM Announces New Waterfowl Research Center to Advance Conservation and Education

Wednesday, October 22 by Luke Matheson

A groundbreaking new research center dedicated to advancing waterfowl and wetlands conservation was announced Monday at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM). The Snowden Waterfowl Center of Excellence and the Dyke-Snowden Endowed Chair of Waterfowl and Wetlands aim to establish Arkansas as a... Read More.

The Power of Food Education: UAPB Chef Educator Highlights International Chefs Day, Nutrition Cafés

Thursday, October 9 by Alex Bivens

International Chefs Day, marked on Oct. 20, is more than a celebration of the culinary profession – it is a reminder of food’s power to educate, nourish and inspire, according to Dr. W. Jinnings Burruss Jr., assistant professor of food service and restaurant management... Read More.

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Arkansas Brighter Futures 529 Plan Expands Education Savings Options for Families

Tuesday, September 9 by Luke Matheson

This week, Arkansas Treasurer John Thurston sat down with Deltaplex News to talk about the Arkansas Brighter Futures 529 College Savings Plan — a program helping families save for their children’s future education. Treasurer Thurston says one of the biggest updates to the plan is... Read More.

Gearhart Family Expands Access to Honors Education Through the Path Program

Tuesday, September 9 by Luke Matheson

After playing an integral role in the creation of the Honors College, Chancellor emeritus G. David Gearhart and his wife, Jane, are continuing to expand opportunities for honors education with a $50,000 gift to the Honors College Path Program. The scholarship and mentorship program... Read More.

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Arkansas Program Targets Youth Vaping Epidemic with Education and Prevention Initiative

Tuesday, May 27 by Luke Matheson

In Arkansas, 44% of high school seniors said they have tried vaping, according to the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement. “The numbers in Arkansas mirror what we’re seeing nationally. It’s reaching epidemic levels,” said Shaun Thomas, a professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology. Shaun... Read More.

University of Arkansas Secures $1 Million Grant to Boost Electronics Education for Semiconductor Industry Careers

Tuesday, May 6 by Luke Matheson

The University of Arkansas has received a $1 million grant to enhance its electronics education programs, focusing on preparing students for the semiconductor industry. This initiative is designed to meet workforce demands by offering both credit and non-credit courses that cover key topics such... Read More.

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University of Arkansas at Fayetteville awarded $1 million grant to expand electronics education

Monday, May 5 by Ray King

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Higher Education has awarded the University of Arkansas $1 million to expand electronics education through development of credit and non-credit courses related to workforce needs in the semiconductor industry. Alan Mantooth, a Distinguished Professor of electrical engineering,... Read More.

Arkansas Governor Introduces Free Breakfast and Cell Phone Ban in Schools to Boost Education

Friday, February 21 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has enacted two new laws aimed at enhancing the education system across the state. The signing ceremony at the Arkansas State Capitol underscored the Governor's focus on addressing key educational challenges. The first law ensures that every public school student... Read More.

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PBSD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Barbaree discussed the education program at the Jack Jones Juvenile Detention Center

Friday, November 22 by Alex Bivens

Earlier this week, a 13-year-old student in the Pine Bluff School District was arrested after posting a video on social media threatening another student and involving a gun. The student was taken to the Jack Jones Juvenile Detention Center and Pine Bluff School District Superintendent... Read More.

Arkansas State Police launch public education campaign

Monday, September 30 by Luke Matheson

Starting Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Arkansas State Police will use in-house resources to feature important services provided by the agency. Each week for three months, videos produced by ASP’s Communications Team will highlight critical services and resources being provided by different ASP divisions. Although... Read More.

Stories tagged with: education

Woodlawn School District accepts state partnership money for career education building

University presidents reflect on academic freedom amid Trump’s push to reshape higher education

UAM Announces New Waterfowl Research Center to Advance Conservation and Education

The Power of Food Education: UAPB Chef Educator Highlights International Chefs Day, Nutrition Cafés

Arkansas Brighter Futures 529 Plan Expands Education Savings Options for Families

Gearhart Family Expands Access to Honors Education Through the Path Program

Arkansas Program Targets Youth Vaping Epidemic with Education and Prevention Initiative

University of Arkansas Secures $1 Million Grant to Boost Electronics Education for Semiconductor Industry Careers

University of Arkansas at Fayetteville awarded $1 million grant to expand electronics education

Arkansas Governor Introduces Free Breakfast and Cell Phone Ban in Schools to Boost Education

PBSD Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Barbaree discussed the education program at the Jack Jones Juvenile Detention Center

Arkansas State Police launch public education campaign

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