Arkansas’ first dental school has reached another historic milestone as the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine welcomed its second incoming class while simultaneously opening its new patient care clinic in Little Rock, further strengthening…
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Harding University Ranked Arkansas’ Best College for Student Athletes by Niche
Harding University has earned the top spot in Arkansas for student athletes, according to the latest rankings released by Niche. The Searcy-based university was named both the #1 Best College for Student Athletes and the…
Ozarka College Names Laura Lawrence Dean of Student Enrollment
Ozarka College has announced Laura Lawrence as its new Dean of Student Enrollment, welcoming an experienced educator and higher education professional back to the college’s leadership team. Lawrence brings nearly 20 years of experience in…
Lyon College Student Catherine Mills Named 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholar
Lyon College junior Catherine Mills of Clinton has been named a 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholar, one of the nation’s most prestigious undergraduate scholarships recognizing outstanding students pursuing careers in science, engineering and mathematics. Mills, a…
Lyon College CIO Receives Inaugural Susan Bartel Dissertation Award
Lyon College Vice President of Information Services and Chief Information Officer Dr. Jeremiah Cherwien has been recognized with the inaugural Susan Bartel Dissertation Award from Maryville University for his doctoral research in higher education. The…
Lyon College Names Matt Petersen Head Women’s Basketball Coach In Batesville Arkansas
Lyon College has announced the hiring of Matt Petersen as the new head coach of the Scots women’s basketball program. Lyon College Athletic Director Kevin Jenkins made the announcement, praising Petersen’s extensive coaching experience and…
Maggie Milligan Appointed Strategist for Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine in Cabot Arkansas
Lyon College has announced the appointment of Maggie Milligan as strategist for the Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine as the institution continues development of its new veterinary education program in Cabot Arkansas. Milligan brings…
ASU System Launches New Scholarship for Nontraditional Students in Arkansas
The Arkansas State University System is now accepting applications for a new privately funded scholarship program designed to help nontraditional students across Arkansas pursue higher education and workforce training opportunities. The ASU System Educational Scholarship…
Lyon College Gina Garrett Vice President of Advancement
Lyon College has announced the promotion of Gina Garrett of Batesville to Vice President of Advancement, according to College President Melissa Taverner. Garrett, a 1993 graduate of Lyon College, has served the institution since 1995…
ASU-Beebe Campuses to Remain Closed Friday Due to Hazardous Winter Weather
Due to continued hazardous winter weather conditions, all campuses of Arkansas State University-Beebe will remain closed on Friday, January 30, campus officials announced. Administrators say the decision was made out of an abundance of caution…
