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As holiday gatherings, financial pressures, and end-of-year demands increase, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s Tobacco Cessation Program is encouraging Arkansans to prioritize their mental health and avoid returning to harmful habits such as smoking, vaping, or other forms of tobacco use. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), stress is […]
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) celebrated another impactful opportunity to serve as the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership hosted its Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive this November at the entrance of the L. A. Davis Student Union. The event brought together student organizations, academic departments, campus offices, and community partners to support individuals and families in need during the holiday season, fostering a sense of community pride and shared purpose.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Student-Athlete Development Office hosted the Fall 2025 Student-Athlete Development Career Tour in Dallas, Texas, on November 18–19, 2025. Ten UAPB student-athletes participated in this two-day experiential learning opportunity designed to broaden their professional knowledge and industry exposure beyond athletics, showcasing the program’s effectiveness in preparing students for diverse careers and encouraging continued support.
The Emerging Scholars Leadership Institute (ESLI) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) hosted an inaugural Leadership Summit on Thursday, November 20, 2025. UAPB students, joined by professionals and community leaders from the Arkansas Delta, assembled for ESLI’s first event of this kind.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) proudly announces that Dr. Tamara P. Glover, Associate Professor of Social Work, has been crowned Mrs. USA International Global 2025–2026, marking a historic achievement for the institution. Dr. Glover is the first UAPB alumna and current faculty member to earn a national pageant title, marking a landmark accomplishment that brings meaningful recognition to the university.
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is celebrating two significant wins for its Industrial Technology Management & Applied Engineering (ITMAE) program. The first is the program’s reaccreditation through 2031, and the second is UAPB ITMAE majors placing first in a highly competitive student case competition.
The Emerging Scholars Leadership Institute (ESLI) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) participated in the Unity Summit 2025, a two-day leadership and innovation conference held at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Heartland Whole Health Institute in Bentonville, Arkansas, in November.
This year’s theme, “Voices That Shape, Futures That Rise,” reflected the Summit’s mission to bridge generations and industries through the pillars of Culture, Wellness, and Opportunity, exploring key areas like Health and Wellness, Education and Literacy, Economic Opportunity, and Media and Culture. The event brought together top-performing students, global executives, and leaders from major companies, including Walmart, Netflix, Procter & Gamble, Tyson Foods, and Riceland.
For Veterans Day 2025, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is highlighting some of its distinguished veteran alumni. Lt. Col. (Retired) Grover L. Gibson, ’70, recently highlighted the achievements of Jesse Walter Arbor and Dalton L. Baugh, Sr., fellow alumni of Arkansas Agricultural, Mechanical and Normal College (AM&N), now UAPB. Their accomplishments broke the Navy’s color barrier for officer ranks, paving the way for future African American servicemembers. Arbor and Baugh were members of the U.S. Navy’s Black Officer Training Program, known as The Golden Thirteen.
Dr. Tommie Mabry, a four-time best-selling and award-winning author recognized for his story of resilience and transformation on platforms including The Jennifer Hudson Show, USA Today, PBS Network, and FOX Soul, opened EmpowerU, a two-day professional development conference for University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) students on November 3-4, 2025. The event was hosted by the UAPB Office of Career Services and sponsored by Synchrony Financial.
The Emerging Scholars Leadership Institute (ESLI) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) recently hosted an engaging and insightful workshop on Professionalism and Leadership for the UAPB Golden Lions Football team as part of their academic readiness program. The workshop offered practical guidance and interactive activities to enhance the team’s professional skills in interviewing, presentation, and leadership.