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U of A Improves Top 100 Status in U.S. News Rankings
The University of Arkansas moved up a spot among public institutions in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. The U of A is again ranked in the Top 100 public institutions, reflecting the university’s continued momentum in many areas including student success and research excellence. The U of A is now ranked 99th among public universities, tied with Oklahoma State, Washington State and four others.
TIME: U of A Among Top 100 Public Institutions
The University of Arkansas has been recognized by TIME and The Princeton Review as one of America's Best Colleges for 2027, earning national recognition for its commitment to student success, a supportive learning environment and long-term value for graduates. The U of A ranked among the top 100 public universities in TIME's Best Colleges ranking, placing 99th among public institutions.
U.S. Senator, Congressmen Tour U of A Research Facilities
U.S. Rep. Steve Womack and U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers walk in to the National Multi-User Silicon Carbide Research and Fabrication Lab (MUSiC). (Photo: Submitted) U.S. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), U.S. Rep. Steve Womack (R-Ark. 3rd) and U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Ala. 3rd) recently visited the U of A to tour two of the university's research facilities, gaining firsthand insight into how U of A innovation is helping meet the needs of the state and nation.
Incoming Class Sets Records for Size and Grade Point Average
The U of A opened the fall semester with a record incoming class of more than 7,100 students. The freshman class also boasts a 3.87 average incoming GPA, the highest in school history. “This year's freshman class is the largest and most academically accomplished group of incoming students in our history,” said Suzanne McCray, vice provost for enrollment and dean of admission.
New Alerts Site Provides Hub for RazALERTs, Emergency Information
The University of Arkansas recently launched a RazALERT website to serve as a hub for updating the university’s operating status including the latest emergency alerts, non-emergency notifications and other updates. The site, alerts.uark.edu, will also serve as the primary online source for updated information during ongoing situations that present some level of safety threat to the campus community or may impact university operations.
Reaching Higher: U of A Fully Activates 150 Forward with Transformational Goals
A packed Faulkner Performing Arts Center crowd was on hand for the launch of the third phase of 150 Forward Reaching Higher Strategic Plan.
Celebrate 'All-UA Day' With $20 Tickets to Razorback Football Season-Opener
The UA System is inviting you to "All-UA Day" for faculty, staff and students at the Razorback Football season opener against North Alabama on Sept. 5 at 3:15 p.m. All UA System students, staff, faculty, alumni and their families are being offered a chance to purchase extremely discounted tickets to the game for $20/piece by visiting here. Visit the link to purchase your discounted tickets and come enjoy the game with your fellow UA System fans in the same section of the stadium.
DSHA Smart Start Home Loan in Delaware: Learn How to Get Below Market Interest Rates
Delaware buyers reviewing DSHA loan options with the John Thomas Team in Newark. The DSHA Smart Start Home Loan is the DSHA first mortgage taken without down payment assistance, available statewide. Call 302-703-0727 to compare your options with John Tho John Thomas, NMLS #38783, explains the rule he gives Delaware buyers choosing between Smart Start and DSHA down payment assistance.
Sorority Recruitment to Increase Maple Street Traffic Aug. 10-14
Beginning Saturday, Aug. 8, through Friday, Aug. 14, motorists should expect increased bus traffic on Maple Street as sorority recruitment activities take place on campus. While no road closures are planned during this period, buses will make frequent stops for passenger loading and unloading, which may cause traffic delays. Beginning Monday, Aug. 10, buses will travel along Maple Street with periodic stops between 7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. each day.
Delaware HomeStyle Renovation Loan Combines Purchase and Renovation in One Loan
A Delaware home mid-renovation. The Delaware HomeStyle Renovation Loan lets buyers finance a home and its renovation in one conventional loan. Call John Thomas, NMLS #38783, at 302-703-0727 to learn more. John Thomas, NMLS #38783, of the John Thomas Team explains the Delaware HomeStyle Renovation Loan: finance the home and the renovation together, based on the home's value after the work is done.
DSHA Welcome Home in Delaware: 5% Down Payment Help for First-Time Buyers
DSHA Welcome Home Program helps Delaware first-time buyers with down payment and closing cost assistance Delaware first-time buyers can pair DSHA Welcome Home's below-market 30-year fixed rate with up to 5% down payment assistance, says John Thomas, NMLS #38783.
Wilmington City Employees Gain New Housing Advantage: 2026 'Live Near Your Work' Grant Announced by John Thomas Team
A screenshot of a webpage titled 'Wilmington Employee Homebuyer Assistance Program', which includes an insert image of John Thomas, NMLS #38783. The page title also lists 'SEO, AEO, GEO, and AI Search Optimization' as keywords. Text on the page describes The John Thomas Team releases updated eligibility, income caps, and purchase price limits for the City of Wilmington's LNYW homebuyer assistance program.
Distinguished Alumna Returns to University of Arkansas to Serve as Interim School of Law Dean
Courtesy of University of Oklahoma Katheleen Guzman University of Arkansas Provost Indrajeet Chaubey announced today the appointment of Katheleen Guzman to serve as School of Law Interim Dean, effective July 1. Guzman earned a Bachelor of Arts with honors from the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences and a J.D. with highest honors from the University of Arkansas School of Law.
UA System Releases Updated Mission and Strategic Pillars
Photo by Photo by Chieko Hara Silas Hunt Hall on the University of Arkansas campus. Under the leadership of the Board of Trustees of the U of A and President Jay B. Silveria, the UA System Administration has developed an updated mission and set of pillars to guide the state’s largest higher education system into the future. is in alignment with these strategic pillars and system mission, which was updated in late 2025, and will continue to support the broader goals of the entire UA System.
Bordelon to Step Down After Nearly Six Years Leading Finance and Administration
Russell Cothren Ann Bordelon Ann Bordelon will be stepping down soon from her position as executive vice chancellor for finance and administration for a similar position at a private institution in Northwest Arkansas.
Decoding cytokine networks in ulcerative colitis to identify pathogenic mechanisms and therapeutic targets
Editor’s summary Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that is characterized by dysregulated cytokine signaling. Current therapies targeting cytokines such as TNF and IL-23A often lack durable responses in patients. Olbei et al. used systems immunology to analyze gene expression data from biopsies of treated and treatment-naive patients and healthy donors in combination with cytokine expression data from patient-derived organoids.
National Journal of Emergency Medicine SEMI
Mathews Jose, Ashwathi Gangadharan, John N Thomas Keywords : Acute myocardial infarction, Chest pain, Coronary artery bypass graft, Death, HEART score, Percutaneous coronary intervention, 30 days major adverse cardiac events Citation Information : Jose M, Gangadharan A, Thomas JN. A Prospective Observational Study to Find the 30 Days Prognostic Value of HEART Score in Emergency Medicine Department among South Indian Population. Nat J Emerg Med 2025; 3 (3):71-75.
Hicks Thomas Secures Arbitration Victory on Behalf of Texas Investment Advisor
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority rejects claims against advisor, awards damages on counterclaims Hicks Thomas LLP partner Robin Harrison secured a significant arbitration victory before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) on behalf of a veteran financial advisor, defeating claims brought by his former firm and prevailing on multiple counterclaims. The… John B. Thomas bronze John B. is a bronze member Partner at Hicks Thomas Commercial Arbitration in Texas
Celebrate 'All-UA Day' With $25 Tickets to Razorback Football Season-Opener
The U of A System is inviting you to "All-UA Day" for faculty, staff and students at the Razorback Football season opener against Alabama A&M. Arkansas will take on Alabama A&M to kick off the 2025 season at Renolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville on Aug. 30 at 3:15 p.m. All UA System students, staff, faculty, alumni and their families are invited to the game with special $25 tickets (plus tax) available for purchase.
Launch of Arkansas News Brief Part of Larger Effort to Customize University News Delivery
You may have noticed a slightly different name at the top of the university's regular news email, specifically the addition of the word 'Brief' to the title. This subtle change signals the launch of the Arkansas News Brief, a weekly sampling of university news highlights for internal audiences. The change is designed to differentiate Arkansas News Brief from Arkansas News online, the regularly updated, go-to source for all university news for internal and external audiences.
U of A to Help Preserve Arkansas Constitutional Documents
The University of Arkansas will be helping to preserve historical documents related to the Arkansas Constitution in a joint effort funded by the office of Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin. University Libraries will digitize the current constitution, ratified in 1874, previous versions and other related documents as a part of the Quill Project, which includes a broader, searchable database of documents from all 50 states and the federal government.
Training for Large-Scale Combat Operations: Adapting to Modern Warfare
by LTC Mitchell Payne and LTC John Thomas Article published on: October 1, 2023 in the Armor Fall 2023 Edition Read Time: < 20 mins Figure 1. Soldiers assigned to the 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery Regiment, 41st Field Artillery Brigade, V Corps, engage targets with a pair of high mobility artillery rocket systems during Exercise Griffin Shock 23 in Bemowo Piskie, Poland, May 19, 2023.
U of A Sets Multiple Records, Ranked Among Best Public Universities
The University of Arkansas is experiencing record-setting success in several key areas including student achievement, enrollment, research and economic impact, as it advances its land-grant mission to serve Arkansas.
Campus Invited to Celebrate University's 'SOOIEET' Success This Friday
Students, faculty and staff are invited to join Chancellor Charles Robinson for a Sooieet Success Block Party this Friday, Sept. 13 from 2-3 p.m. on the Arkansas Union Mall. Families of students attending Family Weekend are also encouraged to attend. Helping celebrate the university's record enrollment and other recent successes, the informal event will feature music, snacks, a soda flavoring bar, cake and several giveaways including sunglasses and Razorback 'stress Hogs' while supplies last.
U of A Sets Enrollment Record With More Than 33,600 Students
For the fourth-consecutive year, the University of Arkansas has set an overall enrollment record with 33,610 students beginning the fall semester. The new record, which includes undergraduate, graduate and law students, includes an increase of more than 1,500 students. The 11th day census “snapshot,” required by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, indicates that overall enrollment at the U of A has increased by 4.6% over the previous year, part of a 22% increase during the last five years.
New National TV Spot Debuts: Imagine What's Possible
The U of A is debuting a new national television spot, encouraging potential students to imagine what’s possible at the university by providing a glimpse into what life is like on campus and in the region. The 30-second commercial, Imagine What’s Possible, is scheduled to make its national debut during ESPNU’s telecast of the Arkansas-UAPB game Thursday, Aug. 29. Kickoff is slated for 6:30 p.m. But you can get a sneak peek of the new spot on YouTube now.
Celebrate 'Kickoff in Arkansas' With $20 Tickets Courtesy of the U of A System
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The U of A System is inviting you to "Kickoff in Arkansas" to help mark the start of the Razorback football season. On Aug. 29, the Arkansas Razorbacks will face off against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions at 6:30 p.m. at Little Rock’s historic War Memorial Stadium. All U of A System students, staff, faculty, alumni and their families are invited to the game with special $20 tickets available for purchase.
'Arkansas News' Email to Return to Daily Schedule Aug. 5
Arkansas News, the daily summary of U of A news is sent via email to students, faculty, staff and other subscribers, will return to its normal delivery schedule on Monday, Aug. 5, hitting inboxes five days a week except university holidays. Over the course of summer, the Arkansas News email was only delivered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
University of Arkansas Joins STARS College Network
The University of Arkansas has joined the Small Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network, a coalition of 32 of the nation’s most prominent institutions dedicated to ensuring that students from rural and small-town America have the information and support they need to enroll and graduate from the college or university of their choice.
Spring Commencement to Celebrate Nearly 4,800 Graduates
The U of A will celebrate its spring graduating class with a full schedule of ceremonies on Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11, in Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena. The School of Law will conduct its ceremony on Saturday, May 18, at the Fayetteville Town Center. Mark Pryor, former U.S. senator and Arkansas attorney general, will receive an honorary doctorate from the U of A during the university commencement ceremony.
Computational fluid dynamics based digital twins of fixed bed bioreactors validate scaling principles for recombinant adeno‐associated virus gene therapy manufacturing
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT Passage Bio has filed a patent application based on the findings presented in this work. Supporting Information REFERENCES , , , , , , & (2021). Towards the development of digital twins for the bio-manufacturing industry. Advances in Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology, 176, 1–34. , , , & (2011). Carbon metabolism limits recombinant protein production in Pichia pastoris. Biotechnology and Bioengineering, 108(8), 1942–1953. Hemgenix—A gene therapy for hemophilia B.
University of Arkansas Remembers David Pryor, Alumnus, Governor, Trustee and U.S. Senator
David Hampton Pryor, an alumnus of the University of Arkansas, former trustee, Governor of Arkansas, U.S. senator and a recipient of an honorary doctorate degree from the U of A, died April 20, 2024, in Little Rock. He was 89. A native of Camden, Pryor graduated from the U of A in 1957 with a bachelor’s degree in government before receiving a law degree from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 1964.
GDCNet: Calibrationless geometric distortion correction of echo planar imaging data using deep learning
arXivLabs is a framework that allows collaborators to develop and share new arXiv features directly on our website. Both individuals and organizations that work with arXivLabs have embraced and accepted our values of openness, community, excellence, and user data privacy. arXiv is committed to these values and only works with partners that adhere to them. Have an idea for a project that will add value for arXiv's community? Learn more about arXivLabs.
U of A Sets Records for Fall-to-Spring Retention of Freshman Class
Fall-to-spring retention rates at the U of A have reached an all-time high, with 95% of full-time degree-seeking new freshmen that began the academic year in fall 2023 returning for the spring 2024 semester. Freshmen retention rates increased for every ethnic category, while Pell-eligible Arkansas residents in the university’s Accelerate Student Achievement Program (ASAP) achieved a record one-semester retention rate of 97.5%.
Armstrong County Libertarian Party releases statement on District 63 Race
On Feb. 1, 2024, the Armstrong Libertarian Party held a meeting of their executive committee to address the open position in the 63rd Legislative District and the escalation of tensions in the Middle East, including the activation of National Guard units.
TIME Magazine Names U of A Among U.S.' Best Colleges for Future Leaders
Part of the University of Arkansas’s land-grant mission is to provide life-changing opportunities that lead to building a better world. As a pillar of the university’s 150 Forward strategic plan, student success is at the forefront of that mission and U of A graduates are leaving better prepared for leadership and success, according to a new ranking.
'Arkansas News' Email Switching to Reduced Winter Schedule
Arkansas News, the daily summary of U of A news sent via email to students, faculty, staff and other subscribers, will have a slightly reduced schedule during the remainder of 2023. Over the course of the next four weeks, the Arkansas News email will only be sent out on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting on Monday, Dec. 11. The email will not be sent out when campus is closed for university holidays.
Fulbright REVIEW
by Jennifer Holland | Oct 29, 2025 | Alumni, Alumni Awards & Achievements, Features, In The News & Multimedia, Video Short Takes Unravels the Mystery of the Man Behind Murdle University of Arkansas alumnus G.T. Karber loves a good mystery. Karber is the creator of Murdle, a murder mystery puzzle series that has received international acclaim and a loyal following from those who want... by John F.
Campus Leaders Deliver State of the University Address
The 2023 State of the University took on a different look this year, as the address included several campus leaders, who reinforced the university’s land-grant mission while providing updates on the strategic efforts to strengthen student success and research excellence, as well as enhancing the U of A’s status as an employer of choice. “Having a sense of mission is critical,” Chancellor Charles Robinson said. “My appeal to you is about your sense of connection to your community.
Chancellor, Campus Leaders to Provide State of the University Update Oct. 11
The State of the University will be a shared address this year, with members of the campus leadership team joining Chancellor Charles Robinson on stage to discuss the university’s progress in many areas including the advancement of the 150 Forward pillars of Student Success, Research Excellence and Employer of Choice, and how the campus is aligning with the strategy. The State of the University will be held Wed., Oct. 11, at 10 a.m. in the Faulkner Performing Arts Center and is open to the public.
Chancellor Robinson to Give State of the University Address on Oct. 11
Chancellor Charles Robinson will discuss the University of Arkansas’ 150 Forward strategic planning process as well as some of the shared successes of the past year in his State of the University address at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Faulkner Performing Arts Center. The address is open to the public and will also be streamed live on the University of Arkansas YouTube channel. “It’s been a historic year for the University of Arkansas, but the best is yet to come,” Robinson said.
Rapid eye movement sleep affects interictal epileptic activity differently in mesiotemporal and neocortical areas
Supporting Information Filename Description epi17763-sup-0001-Supinfo.docxWord 2007 document , 337 KB Supplementary Material
Record Number of Arkansans as Enrollment Tops 32,000
The University of Arkansas has set an enrollment record for the third-consecutive year, welcoming more than 32,000 students this fall for the first time in its history. The 11th day census “snapshot,” required by the Department of Higher Education, indicates overall enrollment is 32,140 (including undergraduates, graduates and law students), a 3.9% increase over the previous year. In the last five years, enrollment has seen a 15.7% increase.
Arkansas Department of Health Investigating E. coli Cases; Students Report Symptoms
The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) continues to investigate an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections in Northwest Arkansas. Symptoms have been reported by approximately 100 students who attend the University of Arkansas including a few hospitalizations. While most people recover without treatment after 5 to 7 days, individuals who experience severe E. coli symptoms should seek immediate medical attention (see Severe E. coli Symptoms below).
Submit Annual Conflict of Interest/Commitment and Request of Outside Employment Forms
The U of A requires all employees to complete a Disclosure and Management of Potential Conflicts of Interest and/or Commitment form every year, per Fayetteville Policies and Procedures 404.0. Beginning Sept. 15, the annual reporting process will be managed in Workday. In addition to annual disclosures, employees should also complete the disclosure process any time a new potential conflict of interest emerges throughout the year.
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More Than 1,600 Students to ‘Walk’ During Fall Commencement by | Nov 26, 2025 | Events, Features, Student Success More Than 1,600 Students to ‘Walk’ During Fall Commencement The University of Arkansas will celebrate its fall graduating class with two ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 13, in Bud Walton Arena. More than 1,800 students will graduate at the end of the fall...
Beitle Named Interim Director of Research Integrity and Compliance
Bob Beitle, senior associate vice provost for the Division of Research and Innovation, will serve as the interim director of research integrity and compliance beginning Aug. 1. Beitle will take over for Shatara Porchia-White, who served in the position since October 2021.
New Design Coming to Arkansas News; Changes to Improve Look, Readability
The newly designed Arkansas News email will be more mobile friendly and improve accessibility for all readers. Readers should notice a new look for the Arkansas News email beginning next week, including more images, better ordering of content and some mobile-friendly enhancements to improve accessibility for all readers. The newly designed email is set to debut on Monday, July 24. Some of the enhancements to the email will require changes to the submission process.
#MyPathToSeniorWalk: Gerson Fajardo-Brühl
Recent graduate Gerson Fajardo-Brühl wore a lot of hats during his four years as an undergraduate student at the U of A. Fajardo-Brühl was the director of Student Safety in Associated Student Government; he also was a student ambassador for the Office of Admissions, and he worked in the Pat Walker Health Center clinical lab, all while earning his degree in biomedical engineering. To him, it was the way he knew he could grow as a leader and give back to his community that adopted him as a teenager.
'Arkansas News' Email Switching to Reduced Summer Schedule
Arkansas News, the daily summary of U of A news sent via email to students, faculty, staff and other subscribers, will have a slightly reduced schedule during the summer months. Over the course of summer, the Arkansas News email will only be sent out on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting on June 1. This change will allow more news to be seen with each email and avoid the potential of having to cancel a news email completely without notice due to a lack of or a low number of submissions.
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