Arkansas State University

At its most recent quarterly meeting on July 29, the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved proposed changes in the degree and certificate programs offered by Arkansas State University. The changes involve a variety of program revisions, deletions, and name…

Americans enjoy rice. We consumed around 4.6 million metric tons of the popular dish last year, which may disappoint carb-free dieters, but is great news for Arkansas. After all, rice is Arkansas’ top agricultural export. When observed on your dinner…

Governor Asa Hutchinson announced Aug. 3 that he has appointed AJ Gary to the position of Secretary of the Department of Public Safety and J.R. Hankins as Director of the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, after the two positions were…

Executive Q&A: Captain’s Log, A Sea of Change Arkansas State University System President Dr. Chuck Welch   The Arkansas State University school system has grown across the state over the last several years. The acquisition of universities into the system,…

The New College Try: Higher Education Facing Steep Challenges, Beyond Lingering COVID Issues   When COVID reared its ugly head in the spring of 2020, all of education — from kindergarten through grad school — was thrust into disarray. For…

Title IX: 50 Years, and Beyond: Simmons Bank Partnerships Boost Women’s College Athletics   Simmons Bank, the largest bank based in Arkansas, has established relationships with 10 universities across the bank’s footprint to be a presenting sponsor of women’s athletics…

Following a nationwide search, Dr. Todd Shields has been appointed as the next chancellor of Arkansas State University, ASU System President Dr. Charles Welch announced Monday afternoon. Shields was named as one of four finalists for the chancellor position back…

Governor Asa Hutchinson held a joint conference with Henderson State University this morning, July 7, to discuss restructuring the HSU campus in the wake of serious financial troubles for the University, like layoffs and budget cuts. “I have confidence because…

Arvest Bank announced earlier this week that Scott Copeland has been named president and CEO for the bank in North Arkansas. Copeland has 15 years of industry experience, most recently serving as community bank president for Arvest in Mountain Home,…

  The Be Pro Be Proud National Conference will be held in Bentonville, Arkansas from June 28 through June 30. The National Conference will convene key workforce leaders from Arkansas, Georgia, North Carolina,  South Carolina and Tennessee among other states, to join industry leaders and legislators…