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

Decker Chosen for Leadership Arkansas Class XVII

John Hill — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:05:55 +0000

��Vlog��ý Little Rock leader Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer, has been selected for the . “I’m honored to represent ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in Leadership Arkansas Class XVII,” Decker said. “The professional development is invaluable, and networking with business leaders will allow me to bring awareness to the opportunities available at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock.” Decker is one of 54 community and business leaders in the state who has been chosen for the exclusive leadership program, which is operated by the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/Associated Industries of Arkansas. All of the class members are leaders within their respective communities and professions and are interested in expanding that involvement. Over the course of nine months, these individuals will work together to become better acquainted with the issues facing Arkansas, experience the best that the regions and communities offer, network with some of the best and brightest in the state, and hone their already-demonstrated leadership capacities. This year’s Leadership Arkansas program begins with an orientation weekend Sept. 18-20 and concludes with a leadership, planning, and graduation May 18-19, 2023. In between, the members will learn about topics involving economic development, agriculture, education, government, manufacturing, tourism, workforce development, and more. Decker is especially looking forward to learning more about economic development, workforce development, and education topics that will enhance his leadership skills and help him build partnerships and opportunities for ��Vlog��ý Little Rock and its partners. “I look forward to meeting with peers and growing the relationships between the university and our many business partners,” he said. “I look forward to improving my leadership and communication skills and learning from colleagues in and outside higher education. Participation in Leadership Arkansas will also expand my knowledge of industry needs in Arkansas and enable me to apply these fresh perspectives to continuous improvement efforts at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock.” Decker joined ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in 2015 as the director of institutional research and analytics. He was named associate provost and chief data officer in 2018 and vice chancellor in 2020. Prior to ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, he served as the assistant commissioner and chief information officer for the Arkansas Department of Education. He is a three-time graduate of ��Vlog��ý Little Rock with a bachelor’s degree in information science, a master’s degree in information quality, and a Ph.D. in integrated computing.

Brown Named New Student Affairs Leader at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock

John Hill — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:39:36 +0000

Kara Brown has been named the new assistant vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. “I am humbly excited about this new position and the new initiatives that I have been challenged to oversee,” Brown said. “I am looking forward to making a positive impact for our students and helping them grow during their educational journey as well as their life after college.” In her new role, Brown will lead the Student Experience Center and the Multicultural Center at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. The initiatives in these centers also include Fraternity and Sorority Life, ��Vlog��ý Little Rock Summer Bridge Academy, Dr. Charles W. Donaldson Scholars Academy, Chancellor’s Leadership Corps, and Student Affairs Diversity Initiatives. In collaboration with the campus community, she will also lead the development of a student experience plan. “Student experiences are essential to student life and student success at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock,” said Dr. Cody Decker, vice chancellor for student affairs and chief data officer at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. “Kara’s experience, leadership, and skill set are critical as she leads the execution of the student experience portfolio and develops the university’s next student engagement plan.” Brown joins ��Vlog��ý Little Rock from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, where she served as dean of student life and associate dean of students for activities. Her nearly 15 years of experience in higher education include previously serving as the diversity programs coordinator at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, student activities coordinator at Boise State University, and a career coach at the University of Arkansas. “I am truly excited to return to the university that invested so much into me,” Brown said. “Seeing some of the faces of my old friends here has made my heart smile. Together, we will continue to go far and contribute to the educational growth of our students.” Brown earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a Master of Education in workforce development education degree from the University of Arkansas. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in urban higher education from Jackson State University and was a 2022 fellow for the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University. She is a member of Delta Theta Sigma Sorority, Inc. and the National Association of Student Personnel Administration. A native of Pine Bluff, Brown and her husband Dr. Glen Brown, a chiropractor and 2nd Ward alderman, are the proud parents of two children, Kaitlyn and Trey.

Decker named Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock

John Hill — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:50:35 +0000

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock has named Dr. William “Cody” Decker the permanent vice chancellor of student affairs, effective April 1. Decker, 36, of Little Rock, has been serving in an interim capacity since August 2019. In this role, Decker oversees all units that work within student affairs, including recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and the overall student experience at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. “I’m honored to serve ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in this new capacity,” Decker said. “The role presents a unique opportunity to utilize my skill set for data-informed decision making in partnership with leaders across the university to strengthen enrollment, improve student experiences, and drive continuous improvement in the division of student affairs.” In addition, Decker will continue leading the Office of Institutional Research and Analytics as chief data officer. That office facilitates the collection, analysis, and interpretation of institutional data to support planning, decision making, and regulatory reporting at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. He also serves as an adjunct professor in the Department of Information Science. Chancellor Christina Drale said Decker has made tremendous progress in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of student services and recruitment since becoming the interim vice chancellor. “In just six months, he and his team have increased the number of admitted new freshmen for fall 2021 by over 50 percent and increased the number of overall new admits by 30 percent over last year,” Drale said. With the help of the university’s recruitment and retention committees, Decker produced the university’s first Strategic Enrollment Management Plan that will help guide the university toward success in its enrollment goals. He also serves on several strategic committees, including the Higher Learning Commission Accreditation Steering Team, the Institutional Effectiveness Committee, University Enrollment Committee, and the Quality Initiative Task Force. “Dr. Decker continues to work diligently in building collaborative relationships across the campus and in rebuilding our capacity in student services,” Drale said. “Most recently, he is leading our campus Coronavirus Emergency Management Team and taking a front line role in helping us manage our response to this challenge. I am grateful for his excellent leadership and hard work.” In 2015, Decker came to ��Vlog��ý Little Rock as director of institutional research and analytics. He was named ��Vlog��ý Little Rock’s first chief data officer in 2018 as well as promoted to associate provost. Prior to ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Decker worked as the assistant commissioner of education and chief information officer at the Arkansas Department of Education, network project manager in research and technology at Dawson Education Cooperative, and technical support manager at Environmental and Spatial Technology, Inc. Decker is a three-time graduate of ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in information science, a Master of Science degree in information quality, and a Ph.D. in integrated computing.

��Vlog��ý Little Rock names interim vice chancellor of student affairs

Janea Snyder — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 20:17:11 +0000

Dr. William “Cody” Decker has been named interim vice chancellor of student affairs at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Decker, 35, of Little Rock, will fill the post to be vacated by Mark Allen Poisel on Aug. 8 after a two-year tenure. Decker will serve a one-year term while the university conducts a national search for a permanent vice chancellor. In the new post, Decker will oversee all units that work with student affairs, including recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and the overall student experience. In addition, Decker will continue leading the Office of Institutional Research and Analytics as associate provost and chief data officer. That office facilitates the collection, analysis, and interpretation of institutional data to support planning, decision making, and regulatory reporting at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. “Dr. Decker has been instrumental in building data analytic capabilities at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock and will bring his leadership and technical skillset to Student Affairs,” said Dr. Andrew Rogerson, ��Vlog��ý Little Rock chancellor. Decker serves on several strategic committees, including the Higher Learning Commission Accreditation Steering Team, the Institutional Effectiveness Committee, University Enrollment Committee, University Retention Committee, and the Quality Initiative Task Force. He also serves as an adjunct professor in the Department of Information Science. Decker joined ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in 2015 as director of Institutional Research and Analytics. He was promoted in 2018 to associate provost and named the university’s first chief data officer. Prior to joining ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Decker worked as the assistant commissioner of education and chief information officer at the Arkansas Department of Education, network project manager in research and technology at Dawson Education Cooperative, and technical support manager at Environmental and Spatial Technology, Inc. (EAST). He has a doctorate in philosophy in integrated computing, a Master of Science degree in information quality, and a Bachelor of Science degree in information science, all from ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. Photo of Dr. William “Cody” Decker by Benjamin Krain

Graduating associate dean says ‘it’s all about the students’

Ajani Oyindamola — Fri, 17 May 2019 13:10:21 +0000

A well-known associate dean at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock said he is looking forward to helping the “most important people on campus” after completing his college education. Richard Harper II, associate dean of students, graduated May 11 with a Doctor of Education in higher education administration. He wears many hats on campus, serving as the immediate past president of Staff Senate and the advisor to the Student Government Association. “Now that graduation is over, I plan to continually live by my professional motto,” he said. “I’m here to positively impact the lives of students. The other motto I live by is that students are the most important people on campus. Without them, there would be no purpose for us to be here. I will continue to advocate for students and make sure our services are high quality and continue to be an asset for higher education.” Although he usually attends graduation as a member of the administration to show support for students, Harper said he enjoyed taking his administrative cap off for a day to enjoy his graduation just like any other student with his immediate family, cousins from Mississippi, and godparents from Texas. “This year, I was just a student, and I loved walking across the stage in front of my friends and family and just cherishing the moment,” he said. Harper’s students have known of his doctoral aspirations and have been calling him “Dr. Harper” for some time, motivating him to complete his degree sooner rather than later. “Since I am currently SGA’s advisor, it’s a very cool experience, but also scary, that I get to help shape and mold our student leaders for the future,” he said. “A lot of the students were calling me Dr. Harper before I was done and that served as motivation. I want to inspire and motivate the students as well. If you work hard, stay focused, and do the right thing, you can achieve anything you want, whether it’s in education or in life.” Harper graduated with a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Central Arkansas. He came to ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in 2011 to pursue a Master of Arts in higher education administration. After working two years as a graduate assistant in the Office of the Dean of Students, Harper was hired full time as the assistant dean of students. “I was recruited as a graduate student by John Kuykendall, a faculty member in the higher education department at the time. I got a graduate assistantship, and I’ve been here ever since. I’m happy to be graduating and glad that chapter has come to an end. It’s been a lot of hard work, and it’s great to see my hard work actually be approved by my dissertation committee.” Harper’s dissertation, “A Wrong Made Right: A Qualitative Cross-Case Comparison Study Examining Program Influences On College Readiness, Persistence, and Student Success Outcomes at a Predominantly White University and a Historically Black College,” explored the outcomes of the implementation of the at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock and Philander Smith College. The Donaldson Scholars Academy helps students who are at risk due to socioeconomic disadvantages or other factors improve their academic achievement and prepare for college. The programs include ACT Prep Express, which helps high school students in Pulaski County Special School District, Little Rock School District, and the North Little Rock School District prepare for high school graduation, the ACT, and college. The academy also participates in college fairs, hosts meetings with school counselors, facilitates college and ACT prep sessions, and offers fall retreats.

Richard Harper receives a Doctor of Education in higher education administration from ��Vlog��ý Little Rock on May 11. Photo by Ben Krain.

Students can participate in the Summer Bridge Academy, a three-week residential program that prepares incoming freshmen for college-level work by eliminating the need for them to take remedial math and English courses. Students who complete the program and attend ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Philander Smith, or University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College are eligible for a $2,500 annual scholarship that is renewable for up to four years. “This program is a direct result from a 30-year plus desegregation school case,” Harper said. “Part of the settlement was that all the parties agreed that $10 million worth of funds be utilized to increase student success for minority students from Pulaski County Special School District. The students graduate high school, then come to the Summer Bridge Academy, and then they can get up to $10,000 in scholarships for four years to attend ��Vlog��ý Little Rock or Philander Smith. I call it a pipeline to student success.” Harper said he was interested in studying what makes the program successful so that it can be replicated at other colleges. “I believe that program can be replicated and can really change the narrative of underprepared students coming out of school districts,” Harper said. “When you look at this program, you see how many lives its touching, how many scholarships are awarded, and how many remedial classes are bypassed. How do they get students to bypass remediation, believe in themselves, and matriculate through college? These students are graduating at rates higher than other colleges.” Richard believes that factors like experiencing college life through the Summer Bridge Academy helps incoming students alleviate many of their fears about college. Having mentors that help them adjust to college, clearly outlined goals and expectations to progress in the program, and a group of peers to share their experiences all help students succeed in college. “High school students are often told that if you don’t get a high enough ACT score or do well enough in school that college is not for you,” Harper said. “You almost get trapped in another life. If you get these students in a specialized program that helps with academic, social, and financial problems, it exposes them to a different way of learning. We found that students respond well to that. They bypass remediation, do well in their college courses, and persist to graduation. At the end of the day, that is what we are here for.”

Move-In Day set for Aug. 16

Ajani Oyindamola — Thu, 02 Aug 2018 14:21:21 +0000

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will be abuzz with activity on Thursday, Aug. 16, as students and their families arrive on campus for Move-In Day. ��Vlog��ý Little Rock is seeking employees, students, alumni, and community volunteers to assist students and their families who will be moving in from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers are invaluable to the Move-In Day experience by welcoming new students and their families to campus, unloading cars, controlling traffic, and preparing lunch. “The first day of move-in is always full of excitement and anxiety for new students,” said Patti Light, director of campus living. “Volunteers help give a personal touch to settling in on campus. We will have hundreds of students and guests on Aug. 16, looking to make ��Vlog��ý Little Rock connections. We really need those helpful hands and faces to make those connections.” Check-in for students with last names A-L will be from 8 a.m. to noon while students with last names M-Z can check in between 1-5 p.m. Check-in locations include the first-floor lobbies of West Hall and East Hall, the Commons Great Room for North Hall and South Hall, and the University Village Clubhouse. A free lunch of hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, and water will be available outside the Trojan Grill from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In the Student Commons building, a one-stop shop will be set up from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., where students can get their Trojan identification card, register their vehicle, and request a mailbox. To sign up to volunteer, fill out the . Campus police will direct traffic. Trailers and U-hauls are not allowed on campus during Move-In Day. For more information, contact the Office of Campus Living at 501-661-1743 or campusliving@ualr.edu or visit the website.

Move-in-Day unloading routes

Trojan Food pantry to hold foodraiser drive July 16-20

Ajani Oyindamola — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 13:59:12 +0000

The Trojan Food Pantry at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will hold a fundraiser and food drive July 16-20. Members of the public are invited to stop by the Trojan Food Pantry table in the Donaghey Student Center 200A, next to the elevator, from noon to 1 p.m. July 16-20 to learn more about the food pantry and the resources they provide to the community. During the foodraiser drive, donations of non-perishable items, personal care, and/or monetary items are welcome. The person with the most donated items will receive a prize. During the summer, the Trojan Food Pantry is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and is located at the Admin North Building. For more information, contact the food pantry at 501-569-8240 or pantry@ualr.edu.

��Vlog��ý Little Rock honors employees, departments making a difference in students’ lives

Ajani Oyindamola — Thu, 17 May 2018 13:09:47 +0000

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock recognized 57 faculty and staff members as well as 24 departments and programs who have made an impact in the lives of graduating students. The Division of Student Affairs hosted the Student Advocate Awards Ceremony on April 27. Through a survey, graduating seniors identified ��Vlog��ý Little Rock employees and departments instrumental in their success. The faculty and staff members honored include:

Charles Anderson, Rhetoric and Writing
Neveen Amin, Sociology and Anthropology
Aresh Assadi, Counseling Services
Thomas Barrett, Education
William Baltosser, Biology
Emily Bell, Study Abroad
David Briscoe, Anthropology and Sociology
John Bush, Biology
Cai Carvalhaes, Counseling Services
Kelly Chaney, Biology
April Chatham-Carpenter, Applied Communication
Catherine Crisp, School of Social Work
Jane Evans, Nursing
Erin Finzer, Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
Mark Funk, Accounting
Marc Glidden, Criminal Justice/Campus Living
Camille Guess-Mitchell, Financial Aid
Shannon Gwinn, Business
George Jensen, Rhetoric and Writing
Amar Kanekar, Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation
Tara Kittrell, Counseling Services
Cheryl Kleeman, Military Student Success
Gaurav Kumar, Accounting
Jason Kushner, Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation
Katina Leland, Education
James Levernier, English
Ann Marie Lott, Disability Resource Center
Kristin Mann, History
Bradley Minnick, English
Steven Minsker, Computer Science
Robert Mitchell, Business Information Systems
La’Donnia Mothershed, TRIO Student Support Services
Charles Molsbee, Nursing
David Montague, eLearning
Ibrahim Nisanci, Systems Engineering
Yvette Palmer, Undergraduate Academic Advising
Mary Parker, Criminal Justice
Sonya Premeaux, Business
Bennie Prince, Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation
Ann Robinson, Jodie Mahony Center for Gifted Education
Jessica Scott, Donaghey Scholars Program
Sherry Rankins-Robertson, Rhetoric and Writing
René Shroat-Lewis, Earth Sciences
Amber Smith, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Bruce Smith, Education
Janea Snyder, Counseling, Human Performance & Rehabilitation
Nick Steele, Concurrent Enrollment
John Talburt, Information Science
Cynthia Taylor, Accounting
Rachel Tennial, Psychology
Rikki Turner, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Hyginus Ukadike, Counseling Services
David Weekley, Mass Communication
Jim Winter, Arkansas STRIVE Program
Karen Wisdom, Criminal Justice
Paul Yoder, English

The departments and programs honored include:

African American Female Initiative
Accounting
Anthropology
Applied Communication
Art and Design
Business Information Systems
Chancellor’s Leadership Corps
Counseling Services
Charles W. Donaldson Scholars Academy
Donaghey Scholars Program
Early Childhood Education
English
Greek Life
Nursing
Philosophy
Psychology
Rehabilitation Program
Rhetoric and Writing
Science Scholars Program
School of Social Work
Theatre Arts and Dance
TRIO McNair Scholars
TRIO Support Services
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Rwandan student fulfills dream of earning college degree

Ajani Oyindamola — Fri, 11 May 2018 13:30:47 +0000

When Enatha Ntirandekura was a little girl growing up in Rwanda, she would have been happy to finish her high school education. The chance to go to college, and later graduate school, seemed wholly out of reach. Ntirandekura was accepted to , a secondary school that empowers girls with the training and leadership skills they need to make a lasting impact on their world. After she scored high enough on her standardized science tests, she earned the Rwandan Government Presidential Scholarship, which allowed her to come to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. “I never used to think about going to college,” she said. “After high school back home, we normally take the standardized tests in science. If you do well enough, they give you a scholarship. I never thought I could score high enough to come here. I was the first person in my family to go to high school and college. For me, dreaming about college was never there. All of a sudden, I ended up landing the scholarship that I never expected and here I am.” She will graduate May 12 with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a minor in psychology. Life in Rwanda, where she left behind her parents, nine siblings, and around 25 nieces and nephews, was quite different than living in the United States. “I remember when I came here, I was so lost, and the accent was so different. It was so hard being away from my parents and siblings. In Rwanda, we walk three or four hours to get to the market. Everyone drives everywhere here. Sometimes, I just want to get out of the car and walk,” she said. “There is just so much of everything here. The language, the food, the way everyone is moving so fast – that is not what I was used to back home.” She arrived in the U.S. in May 2014 and took three months of English-language classes at Hendrix College before starting at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock in the fall 2014 semester. “Thank you to Cicero’s family in Conway, who let me stay with them and their three beautiful kids as I was taking the English classes. And thank you to all the other American families and friends that have opened their homes to me during my stay in the USA,” she said. While at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, Ntirandekura has served as president of the Rwandan Student Association and was a member of the Campus Garden Club. She received the ��Vlog��ýLRworks Perseverance Award and was on the Chancellor’s List and Dean’s List. As a part of ��Vlog��ýLRworks, she has worked in Student Affairs and Testing Services. “I love ��Vlog��ýLRworks,” Ntirandekura said. “It has been a great experience. It gives you the opportunity to be exposed to professional study, and it gave me the courage to keep going. This is one of the most amazing experiences about this school.” In the fall, Ntirandekura will begin the applied science Ph.D. program with an emphasis on applied biosciences at ��Vlog��ý Little Rock. She eventually wants to research genetic disorders after a personal health discovery. “Last year, I kept getting sick,” she said. “I kept going to the doctor, and they would say nothing is wrong.” Ntirandekura was later diagnosed with anemia and sickle cell trait, a relatively mild condition caused by the presence of a single gene for sickle cell anemia. “I’m from Rwanda, and most parents, when their children are born, they do not think to check for genetic disorders,” she said. “Because I have sickle cell trait, I am a carrier, and my children are more likely to have sickle cell anemia. I want to help other people know what genetic diseases they are susceptible to.” Ntirandekura had a chance to get some first-hand experience in the lab when she researched Alzheimer’s disease while doing a summer internship in 2016 at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. She is thankful to Dr. Scott Woolbright from the Department of Biology and her other professors for making her experience as an international student better. “Being an international student in a new country is challenging, but having those professors who are willing to understand and keep pushing is amazing,” she said. “That relationship you develop with professors and coworkers is something I will always remember about this school. That is just so amazing.” Ntirandekura’s journey to graduation has also been filmed by her high school. Ntirandekura is one of the first students from the Gashora Girls Academy to come to the United States and graduate from college. Since she arrived in the U.S., she has served as an advocate to help raise money for the Rwanda Girls Initiative, which runs the Gashora Girls Academy. Ntirandekura wants to give other girls from her country the same opportunity to get a college education. “If I didn’t finish school, I would have just ended up working in the fields. My mom pushed me to finish school,” Ntirandekura said. “Through the failures and challenges, we always have someone who pushes us. I think the person who pushed me the most is my mom. My mom was always willing to give me what she never had. My mom didn’t have much education. I will always attribute my success to my mom who has always worked to given me what she couldn’t have.”

��Vlog��ý Little Rock recognizes students, faculty, and staff who have passed away

Jenny Lambert — Thu, 03 May 2018 15:33:00 +0000

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock hosted a memorial ceremony on May 1 to honor the faculty, staff, and students who passed away during the 2017-18 school year. The campus community and families of the deceased were invited to attend the event. As guests gathered in the Upper Concourse of the Donaghey Student Center, Karen Jarboe, violinist, rendered the songs “Be Thou My Vision” and “Bach Air.” Dr. Mark Allen Poisel, vice chancellor for student affairs, welcomed attendees and expressed his sincerest gratitude to the eternal Trojans, the phrase designated for ��Vlog��ý Little Rock’s departed. He also expressed his deepest regrets to the families and acknowledged that whether they’d spent one semester or many years with the university, their loved ones would forever be Trojans. Following his address, Jennifer Dodson, director of the Student Experience Center, recited the poem, “We Will Remember.” The first stanza read:

Chancellor Andrew Rogerson and Janessa Rogerson place flower petals in a memorial fountain to honor ��Vlog��ý Little Rock, students, faculty, and staff members who have passed away during the 2017-18 academic year. Photo by Ben Krain.

“The ones that we’ve lost still go on with us in spirit We will remember them.” Brian Gregory, president of the Student Government Association, followed Dodson with the reading of the names of the deceased. This list included students William Kendrick, Emily Cook, Jasper Cosper, Michael Hargrove, Joseph Pollock, Brad Orell, Margaret Garrett, and Domorion Williams; faculty member Karen Russ, research and community engagement librarian; and staff member Carol Tucker, administrative support supervisor at the Benton Campus. A moment of silence was observed after the reading. Before the ceremony concluded, Jarboe performed her final selection, “Ashokan Farewell,” while Richard Harper, associate dean of students, gave the final words. Guests ended the ceremony by placing flower petals in a memorial fountain to honor the deceased.

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Decker Chosen for Leadership Arkansas Class XVII

Brown Named New Student Affairs Leader at ����Vlog��ý Little Rock

Decker named Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at ����Vlog��ý Little Rock

����Vlog��ý Little Rock names interim vice chancellor of student affairs