��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra partner to introduce a new generation of students to the arts

Janea Snyder — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 19:29:47 +0000

The University of Arkansas Little Rock, in partnership with the will provide a free ticket to all ��Vlog��ý Little Rock freshmen students to any 2018–2019 regular ASO season concert. The partnership is part of both the university’s and orchestra’s mission to educate, enrich, inspire and advance the state of Arkansas. “It is truly an honor to partner with the University of Arkansas Little Rock to introduce a new generation of students and future leaders to the arts in our great state,” said Arkansas Symphony Orchestra CEO Christina Littlejohn. “We look forward to sharing the power of music with these new ��Vlog��ý Little Rock freshmen as well as our entire community.” As part of the partnership, all ��Vlog��ý Little Rock students, faculty and staff will have the opportunity to purchase any regular ASO season ticket by phone or online at a significantly discounted rate of $10 per ticket. This applies to all Masterworks, Pops Live!, River Rhapsodies and Intimate Neighborhood Concerts events. ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Chancellor Andrew Rogerson praised the ASO for its generous investment in university students. “Little Rock is a cultural hub with abundant arts offerings that enrich the lives of our students,” he said. “This partnership with ASO creates access and opportunity for our students, faculty, and staff to enjoy the universal beauty and the transformative power of music. We are fortunate that the Arkansas Symphony, a regional treasure, is located in our hometown.” The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, under the leadership of Music Director Philip Mann, performs more than 60 concerts each season, including Masterworks and Pops Concerts. Scheduled concerts for the 2018–2019 season include the featuring David Fung, composed by the legendary John Williams, with guest conductor Sara Ioannides and featuring ASO Concertmaster Kiril Laskarov. In March, ASO hosts the , celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ album. As the concert sponsor, ��Vlog��ý Little Rock and ASO will provide one free ticket to all students, faculty and staff to that performance. ��Vlog��ý Little Rock students, faculty and staff can learn more about the partnership and how to For more information about the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra call 501-666-1761 or visit ASO

Students say goodbye to summer, hello to fall semester

��Vlog��ý Little Rock — Thu, 25 Aug 2016 18:25:12 +0000

The first day of school tends to bring a roller coaster of emotions, from excitement and anxiety to anticipation. As ��Vlog��ýLR students said their final goodbyes to summer, they turned their focus to their long-term goals and sought to make their dreams come true. Audrey Kelley, an 18-year-old sophomore from Rogers, Arkansas, is dedicated to helping others.

Audrey Kelley

To turn her passion into a reality, Kelley hopes to obtain her degree in human resources and work in Walmart’s corporate office in Bentonville. While attending ��Vlog��ýLR her freshman year, Kelley joined forces with the campus ministry Chi Alpha and had the opportunity to spend this past summer in Africa on a mission trip. As she settles into the new school year, she plans to put lessons learned this summer into action. “This year, I want to get to know a lot of freshmen, and just love on them the way that God loves me,” she said.

Love what you do; do what you love

Not only does ��Vlog��ýLR have students who enjoy helping one another, but its students also push others to succeed.

Dillon Nash

Dillon Nash is a 22-year-old first-year graduate student from Brinkley, Arkansas, who seeks nothing but the best for incoming students. “I am so thrilled to kick off the new school year and engage with so many freshmen,” he said. Nash is a graduate assistant for the Chancellor’s Leadership Corps working with more than 230 students. Having participated in the corps all four years of his undergraduate career, Nash looks forward to seeing the growth and progression of ��Vlog��ýLR’s future leaders. Today, he has outlined his goals five years into the future. Nash plans to continue inspiring students at universities as he fulfills his goal to work in student affairs.

The road less traveled

The desire to help others is a driving force for many students this semester. However, there are others whose self-motivation pushes them one step further. Twenty-one-year-old Dipesh Patel is a Little Rock native who wants to tear down personal stereotypes.

Sid Patel

Dipesh Patel

“I never liked the stereotypical doctor thing with Indians. I wanted to be different,” he said. Patel is a criminal justice major who is ecstatic about enlisting in the military in spring 2017. He has always been a fan of the television show “Law and Order” and couldn’t wait to get exposed to the real thing. Now that Patel is headed down his chosen path, he hopes to encourage his best friend to live out his own dreams. Sid Patel, a 22-year-old senior moved to Arkansas from India about six years ago. He and Dipesh instantly became friends and are now inseparable. As his friend prepares to leave to start his newest venture, Sid has his thoughts centered on continuing his education. His major in physics and minor in information technology is sure to keep him busy, but for him, there’s no turning back. With plans to pursue an additional degree, Sid sees his first day of the semester as a head start into his future.

There’s a first time for everything

For many upperclassmen, transitioning from fun in the sun to homework and class lectures seems to be a breeze. For first time students, it might take a moment to get the ball rolling.

Princess Bell

Princess Bell is a 17-year-old freshman from Blytheville, Arkansas, with her eyes set on nursing school. Although she is motivated to do her best, adjusting to college life has been a bit of a struggle. Bell spent her first day crying because she missed her parents. As she begins to settle in, she plans on breaking out of her comfort zone and meeting new people. Her primary objective this semester is to make the dean’s list, so she looks forward to staying grounded and focused on her work.

Stairway to success

Breaking in new books and engaging with unfamiliar professors might be the highlight of the day for some, but for this next student, hitting the finish line is all she can think about.

Lottie Richardson

Lottie Richardson, a 20-year-old first year senior from Little Rock, Arkansas, is beginning her senior year with so much on her plate. As a mechanical systems engineering major with a double minor in mathematics and chemistry, time is more precious than it has ever been. With a goal set for a 4.0 grade point average, Richardson is determined to stay focus. After completing her bachelor’s degree, she looks forward to heading to medical school. Along the way, she aims to go on a medical mission trip to Africa to assist those in need. Five years from today, Richardson longs to have her white coat and be in the process of opening a children’s clinic in central Arkansas. Now that the first day jitters have come to an end, students are ready to start the semester off strong.

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����Vlog��ý Little Rock, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra partner to introduce a new generation of students to the arts

Students say goodbye to summer, hello to fall semester

- University News Archive - ��Vlog��ý Little Rock

��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra partner to introduce a new generation of students to the arts