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UAPB Observes National Procurement Month in March

March is National Procurement Month.  This is a time dedicated to recognizing the vital role of purchasing professionals in ensuring efficient, transparent, and strategic spending within public and private sectors, according to the National Association of Educational Procurement. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Office of Procurement is hosting events to highlight the…

Written by on March 9, 2026

UAPB Museum Preserves the Legacy of Elizabeth Cash Green, Honoring a Life That Spanned Slavery to the Civil Rights Era

A framed photograph donated by alumnus LTC (RET) Amos King Jr. ensures the story of his great-grandmother—recognized by some historians as one of the last surviving formerly enslaved women in the United States will be preserved for future generations through the UAPB Museum and Cultural Center. As Black History Month transitions into Women’s History Month,…

Written by on March 8, 2026

UAPB Scholars Gain Executive Insight into Banking Careers Through Arvest Leadership Experience

For students in the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Emerging Scholars Leadership Institute (ESLI), career preparation extends far beyond the classroom. It includes stepping into executive spaces, asking thoughtful questions, and seeing firsthand how academic preparation translates into opportunity. Recently, ESLI scholars participated in an executive leadership experience at Arvest Bank, reinforcing UAPB’s…

Written by on March 3, 2026

UAPB School of Education Playing Pivotal Role in Statewide IPSE Program

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will play a central role in a new statewide initiative to expand Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) opportunities for students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, following the award of approximately $2 million in federal funding to Arkansas State University over the next five years. The initiative will help campuses strengthen transition pathways and practical skill-building programs across the state. As part of this work, UAPB is introducing a new program within the School of Education and welcomes Robbin Hudson Huntley, Program Coordinator, who will oversee campus activities and serve as the primary contact for students, families, and community partners seeking additional information.

Written by on January 28, 2026

UAPB’s Tobacco Cessation Program Urges Arkansans to Manage Holiday Stress to Avoid Reverting to Tobacco Use

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 […]

Written by on December 1, 2025

Meet the Winners of the ASC UAPB Homecoming 2025 Coloring Activity

The Arts & Science Center (ASC) for Southeast Arkansas hosted a “Homecoming Coloring Activity,” featuring a coloring sheet of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Mascots, Legend, and Reign. Prizes were awarded to the top three winners.  Ten local K-6 elementary schools participated and submitted a total of 888 entries to the ASC for judging.  A’kari Miller, a 4th grader attending Coleman Elementary School, won first place. Dakota Brooks, a 5th grader attending Taylor Elementary School, won second place, and Autumn Washington, a 3rd grader attending Friendship Aspire Academy (Main Street), secured third place.

Written by on October 17, 2025

Future Educational Opportunities Inspired by UAPB Founder Professor Corbin’s Legacy

Dr. Kimberley Davis, Professor and Dean of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) School of Education, will present “Introducing Professor Corbin in the Primary Classroom” on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 am to noon. Hosted by the Friends of Professor Joseph Carter Corbin Legacy Endowment, the presentation and program commemorate the third annual Professor Joseph Carter Corbin Day, established by the City of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, in 2023. Professor Joseph Carter Corbin was an American Educator and the founder and principal of Branch Normal College (predecessor of AM&N College and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff) from 1875 to 1902. The event will feature a presentation by Dr. Davis and a Q&A session on research, scholarships, and opportunities to learn more about this esteemed educator.

Written by on October 1, 2025

UAPB STEM Summer Institute Concludes with Transformative Success

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) proudly announces the successful completion of its 2025 STEM Summer Institute, a five-week program designed to inspire, challenge, and equip the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This year’s institute brought together 31 scholars from across Arkansas and several out-of-state locations.

Written by on September 9, 2025