Emerging Analytics Center - News - 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock /news/tag/emerging-analytics-center/ 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:57:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Student Brings the World of Insects to Life with New Augmented Reality App /news/2025/12/16/world-of-insects/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 /news/?p=92689 A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student is transforming the way people learn about the insect world through technology with the launch of a new mobile application, Insects AR, ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Student Brings the World of Insects to Life with New Augmented Reality App

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A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student is transforming the way people learn about the insect world through technology with the launch of a new mobile application, , now available on the Google Play Store.

The innovative app, developed by James Dempsey, a senior computer science major from White Hall, uses augmented reality (AR) to bring detailed, interactive 3D models of insects to life on a user鈥檚 phone or tablet. Through the app, users can explore how insects move, what they sound like, and even learn key facts about their habitats, diets, and lifespans 鈥 all in the palm of their hand.

鈥淭he app detects image targets and creates a 3D representation of the insect on that target, placing it into real space,鈥 Dempsey explained. 鈥淥nce the insect appears, it鈥檚 animated and makes noise. You can interact with it 鈥 make it fly, show its wings, or crawl 鈥 and you鈥檒l also see facts about the insect, including its scientific and common names. It鈥檚 all available on your handheld device.鈥

The concept behind Insects AR started years ago as a creative marketing idea for a pest control company, which wanted animated business cards that would display virtual insects. Years after 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 Emerging Analytics Center (EAC) brought that idea to life, the concept resurfaced in a team meeting, where Dempsey agreed to bring it to life in a new and educational way.

鈥淭he idea didn鈥檛 just get lost to time,鈥 Dempsey said. 鈥淚t got brought into the future.鈥

Working alongside another student programmer and a creative team led by Jason Zac, lead artist, who designed the app鈥檚 art, animation, and sound, Dempsey spent months building and refining the project. The additional students who worked on the app include William Andrew Nickols, Dalen Villa, Cecily Mobley, and James McMath. The result is an app that blends technology and science education in an engaging, user-friendly way.

鈥淲hen we start a project like this, we begin with brainstorming and storyboarding, then assign tasks across the art and development teams,鈥 said Tom Coffin, operations manager at the EAC. 鈥淧rojects like Insects AR give students experience with industry-standard tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Autodesk 3ds Max, while also introducing them to cutting-edge areas like computer vision, real-time rendering, and even AI integration. These skills are directly applicable to careers in software development, game design, and beyond.鈥

For Dempsey, Insects AR was more than a portfolio piece. It was a chance to dive deep into emerging technologies and gain valuable experience in mobile development.

鈥淚 learned how to develop mobile applications, how to use Unity, how to work with augmented reality, and how to apply computer vision for spawning digital models,鈥 he said.

Users simply download the app and point their device at special image targets available on the EAC website or on handy cards. The app then projects an animated, life-like insect model into the real world, even when viewed from different angles.

The project also represents Dempsey鈥檚 broader interests in technology and its applications. After graduation, he plans to work in the tech industry in Little Rock for a few years before pursuing a master鈥檚 degree, with a growing interest in social computing and data analysis.

The Insects AR project is part of the EAC鈥檚 expanding portfolio of augmented and virtual reality applications, which include research into AI-driven virtual environments, interactive simulations, and immersive educational tools.

Coffin said projects like Insects AR show how 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students are helping shape the future of interactive technology.

鈥淭his project highlights the power of hands-on learning and collaboration,鈥 he said. 鈥淥ur students are learning theory while building tools that have real-world applications.鈥

Insects AR is available now for Android devices on the Google Play Store, and work is underway to bring it to the Apple App Store in the near future. Users can access the required image targets directly from the Emerging Analytics Center website to start exploring the insect world in augmented reality.

鈥淲e鈥檙e proud of James and the work our student team has done,鈥 Coffin said. 鈥淭his app is a perfect example of how 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students are using technology to make science more engaging and accessible.鈥

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Basu Completes First Phase of Groundbreaking Cardiac Visualization Project /news/2025/08/14/cardiac-visualization-project/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 13:05:00 +0000 /news/?p=92116 A professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has developed a new way for heart surgeons to visualize arteries in 3D using gaming technology. The project promises to ... Basu Completes First Phase of Groundbreaking Cardiac Visualization Project

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A professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock has developed a new way for heart surgeons to visualize arteries in 3D using gaming technology. The project promises to give doctors a clearer, more interactive view of the heart before performing complex procedures.

Dr. Arya Basu, an assistant professor of computer science, has completed the first phase of the project, 鈥淩obust 2D to 3D Cardiac Arterial Mapping and Visualization for Surgical Preplanning.鈥 He has successfully developed a pipeline that converts traditional 2D angiographic images into interactive 3D models of the heart鈥檚 arterial network.

Using computer modeling techniques often found in video games, Basu鈥檚 team turned 2D X-ray-like images of the heart鈥檚 arteries into detailed 3D models. The system lets doctors virtually 鈥減eek around corners,鈥 offering perspectives that flat images can鈥檛 provide. The work promises to enhance surgical precision, reduce medical errors, and open the door for remote surgical collaboration and physician training.

鈥淭his project is deeply personal to me,鈥 Basu said. 鈥淎fter losing a family member and watching my mother undergo open heart surgery due to complications from gestational diabetes, I felt compelled to help doctors gain clearer views of cardiac anatomy.鈥

During phase one, the research team generated 3D arterial tree models designed to simulate various types of arterial anatomy. They then applied the Marching Cubes algorithm to translate those data sets into interactive 3D surface reconstructions using Unity, a real-time 3D rendering engine. The result is a user-friendly platform that allows clinicians to dynamically explore coronary anatomy by viewing arterial paths from hard-to-see angles and assessing regions of interest that are often obscured in standard 2D angiographic imaging.

Users of Basu's research can adjust a threshold value that influences the level of detail in the 3D reconstruction.
Users of Basu’s research can adjust a threshold value that influences the level of detail in the 3D reconstruction.

鈥淲e鈥檙e taking something inherently flat and turning it into something surgeons can manipulate, explore, and better understand,鈥 Basu said. 鈥淭his isn鈥檛 about replacing expertise. It鈥檚 about augmenting it.鈥

The research team includes Brandon 鈥淎lex鈥 Norman, a graduate student in computer science who is using the project for his thesis, and Dr. Jan Springer, professor of computer science, and Dr. Ahmed AbuHalimeh, interim chair of the Department of Computer Science, who both provided technical consultation.

The second phase of research will focus on integrating real, de-identified patient angiograms and validating the efficacy of the 3D models through post-surgical data. This will allow researchers to measure how well their system can support clinical outcomes and provide real-world feedback to improve the tool. This phase will involve working with anonymized patient data under strict ethical and privacy protocols.

鈥淭his methodology holds the potential to reduce the need for invasive post-surgical assessments, such as repeat catheterization or other invasive imaging, by providing surgeons with a more accurate preoperative understanding of coronary anatomy and flow-limiting lesions,鈥 Basu said. 鈥淥ur goal is to build a platform that is highly customizable, scalable, and, most importantly, useful to surgeons and their teams. We鈥檙e not just visualizing the heart. We鈥檙e reimagining how we understand it.鈥

Long-term plans include partnerships with medical institutions to apply the system using real patient data, with full adherence to privacy standards. The technology also holds promise for training medical students and assisting with global telemedicine efforts, where specialists can collaboratively prepare for complex surgeries across continents.

鈥淭his is a dream come true in a way,鈥 Basu said. 鈥淚鈥檝e been thinking about this for years, and now we鈥檙e seeing it take shape. It鈥檚 not an easy task, especially when you鈥檙e working with human health, but we are pushing the limits of what鈥檚 possible.鈥

The team鈥檚 efforts are already online through a newly launched , which offers demos, technical insights, and a roadmap for future research phases. This project is funded through the National Science Foundation鈥檚 EPSCoR DART (Data Analytics that are Robust and Trusted) initiative and marks Basu鈥檚 first major grant-funded research effort at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Students and Emerging Analytics Center Create Snapchat Filter to Celebrate Career Fair /news/2025/05/19/snapchat-filter/ Mon, 19 May 2025 12:47:00 +0000 /news/?p=91757 Students and employees from 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 Emerging Analytics Center (EAC) teamed up with Career Services to develop a Snapchat filter that captures the excitement of career fairs on campus. ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Students and Emerging Analytics Center Create Snapchat Filter to Celebrate Career Fair

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Students and employees from 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 (EAC) teamed up with Career Services to develop a Snapchat filter that captures the excitement of career fairs on campus.

The project began in August 2024 when Brittany Straw, director of University Career Services, toured the EAC lab to explore potential collaborations. Inspired by the EAC鈥檚 innovative projects, she proposed the idea of a custom Snapchat filter that would engage students and highlight the excitement of networking with industry professionals.

鈥淚 wanted the campus to have a career fair filter to show students that Career Services aren’t always formal and boring,鈥 Straw said. 鈥淣etworking can be fun, informative, and fruitful. Many students are anxious about career fairs. Using this filter is a great way to engage them.鈥

Development of the filter officially began in February 2025, with undergraduate student James McMath leading the programming, assisted by Colin McNerny.

Graduate student Carlos Ochoa, undergraduate student Trelan Washington, and lead artist Jason Zak worked alongside Charla Tozer, a senior graphic design major, to design the graphics and user interface elements. 

“I think this project is a great opportunity for me to contribute to the university,鈥 Tozer said. 鈥淔or my part in the project, I updated the original Trojan Man design by giving him a suit to align with the Career Fair theme, which was then used as an art element in the filter. I鈥檓 excited for people to use the Snapchat filter and see my take on the design!”

The team was guided by key faculty and staff, including Dr. Jan Springer, EAC director, Thomas Coffin, senior visualization manager, and Dusty Higgins, an assistant professor in digital arts and illustration.

The Career Fair Snapchat filter is now live and accessible on the . Users can also find it by searching “EAC 糖心Vlog传媒LR” on Snapchat, where it joins a collection of more than 25 filters created by the EAC.

The filter offers a fun and interactive way for students to celebrate career fairs while sharing their experiences on social media. The EAC and Career Services hope the project will not only enhance student participation but also demonstrate the growing role of technology in career development and university engagement.

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Graduate Students Present Virtual Reality Research at International IEEE Conference /news/2025/04/29/graduate-research/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:15:21 +0000 /news/?p=91400 Two graduate students from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock showcased their research on virtual reality (VR) at the 32nd Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) International Conference ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Graduate Students Present Virtual Reality Research at International IEEE Conference

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Two graduate students from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock showcased their research on virtual reality (VR) at the 32nd Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) International Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces, held March 8-12 in Saint-Malo, France.

M.J.M. Sunny and Jayasri Sai Nikitha Guthula, both pursuing their Master of Science in Computer Science, presented research that explores the intersection of VR usability, eye-tracking technology, and privacy protection in immersive environments.

Sunny and Jayasri presented a paper jointly, 鈥淕aze Insights in XR: Real-Time Eye-Tracking Analytics with Elasticsearch,鈥 that was written with fellow 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock graduate students Atit Kharel, Meherun Nesa Shraboni, Praveshika Bhandari, and Hadi Rashid and faculty members Dr. Jan Springer and Dr. Arya Basu.聽

The paper introduced a framework that enables researchers to analyze eye-tracking data in real time across multiple VR platforms. The study also highlights privacy concerns and proposes using homomorphic encryption to secure sensitive data.

Sunny, a research analyst at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 Emerging Analytics Center, also presented a poster, Evaluating Adjustment and Proficiency Disparities in Virtual Reality,鈥 focused on how users’ prior gaming and VR experience impact their ability to perform precise tasks in VR environments.

鈥淧eople are increasingly using emerging technologies, but many still find VR devices uncomfortable and unfamiliar,鈥 Sunny said. 鈥 examines how different backgrounds affect users鈥 ability to adapt to VR. This has significant implications, especially for applications requiring precision, such as surgery simulations.鈥

Attending the IEEE conference was a valuable experience for both students.

鈥淚t was an honor to present my work on an international stage and represent 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock,鈥 Sunny said. 鈥淚 gained new insights into my research and made connections with experts in the field.鈥

Jayasri echoed the sentiment, noting that her second year at the conference was especially rewarding.

鈥淭his year鈥檚 event in France was incredible,鈥 she said. 鈥淏eing a student volunteer allowed me to network more easily, and I received great feedback from peers and experts on how to refine my research. Plus, touring one of France鈥檚 largest VR labs was a highlight.鈥

The research presented by Sunny and Jayasri underscores 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 commitment to innovation in emerging technologies. Their work not only advances the field of virtual reality but also addresses critical issues in user accessibility and data privacy.

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock to Host Inaugural AI Tech Talk Showcasing Campus Innovations on April 24 /news/2025/04/17/techtalk/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:15:07 +0000 /news/?p=91423 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock will spotlight cutting-edge research and innovations in artificial intelligence during its inaugural AI Tech Talk event from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, April 24. Hosted by 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock to Host Inaugural AI Tech Talk Showcasing Campus Innovations on April 24

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock will spotlight cutting-edge research and innovations in artificial intelligence during its inaugural AI Tech Talk event from 2-4 p.m. Thursday, April 24.

Hosted by 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Tech Launch, the event in the Engineering and Information Technology Building Auditorium will feature 12 presentations from faculty and graduate students across multiple disciplines, highlighting the breadth and depth of AI-related work taking place on campus.

鈥淲e created the AI Tech Talk to shine a light on the incredible and diverse work happening across campus,鈥 said Marla Johnson, 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 tech-entrepreneur-in-residence. 鈥淲e were thrilled by the response not just from computer science and engineering, but also from departments like history, education, and chemistry. AI is shaping every discipline, and this event gives us a chance to learn from one another, spark new ideas, and build a stronger, more connected research community.鈥

Presentations will cover a wide range of topics, including:

  • How cyberthreat intelligence analysts in the Emerging Threat Information Sharing and Analysis Center use AI to analyze information and generate threat reports
  • Technical design and development of an AI-powered chatbot for couples counseling
  • Use of AI tools by students in the Emerging Analytics Center to assist with content development for Project 360
  • How to use AI tools to build online courses
  • How high school students use generative AI in and out of the classroom

鈥淭his is a fantastic opportunity for the campus community to explore how AI is transforming research, teaching and professional practice in nearly every field,鈥 Johnson said. 鈥淲e think everyone in every department across campus will want to come and learn.鈥

Cookies and coffee will be served following the presentations to encourage informal discussion and collaboration among attendees.

The event is free and open to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock faculty, staff, and students, who can for the AI Tech Talk event.

For more information, contact Johnson at 501-551-0095 mkjohnson@ualr.edu.

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McCorkle Explores Brain-Computer Interfaces for Racing Vehicles at Student Research Expo /news/2025/04/15/mccorkle-research/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000 /news/?p=91404 Martin McCorkle, a junior computer engineering major from Malvern, is pushing the boundaries of human-computer interaction through his research project that will be among the many student-led research projects showcased ... McCorkle Explores Brain-Computer Interfaces for Racing Vehicles at Student Research Expo

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Martin McCorkle, a junior computer engineering major from Malvern, is pushing the boundaries of human-computer interaction through his research project that will be among the many student-led research projects showcased at the Student Research and Creative Works Expo on April 18 at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

His research project, 鈥,鈥 investigates how brainwave data can be used to control racing simulations, a first step toward more immersive and intuitive applications of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) in daily life. His research focuses on integrating BCI technology into vehicle control systems, beginning with virtual simulations developed in collaboration with 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 Emerging Analytics Center.

鈥淭his research is important because it explores the real-world potential of a technology still in its infancy,鈥 McCorkle said. 鈥淏y focusing on consumer applications like vehicle control, we can explore ways to make BCIs useful, accessible, and transformative in real-world settings.鈥

The project has been a turning point in McCorkle鈥檚 academic and professional journey. Inspired by his work, he now plans to launch a company focused on practical BCI solutions after graduation.

鈥淚t鈥檚 sparked a deep interest in neurotechnology and human-computer interaction,鈥 he said. 鈥淚鈥檓 committed to making this technology more accessible through open-source platforms and educational tools.鈥

McCorkle also plans to continue his research by developing low-cost, EEG-based BCI hardware that can be used in classrooms and research labs.

鈥淚鈥檓 incredibly grateful to 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock and the Emerging Analytics Center for supporting student research like this,鈥 he said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 exciting to be working at the frontier of such a fascinating and impactful field.鈥

The Student Research and Creative Works Expo is an annual event that highlights innovative projects led by 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock students across all disciplines. The event is free and open to the public and will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at the Jack Stephens Center.聽

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Caterpillar Employees Volunteer at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Summer Camp, Inspiring Young Innovations /news/2024/08/08/robotics-volunteers/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 13:00:56 +0000 https://ualrprd.wpengine.com/news/?p=87834 Demonstrating a strong commitment to education and community, Caterpillar, Inc. employees volunteered their time and expertise at the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock VEX Robotics Camp.  North Little Rock-based Caterpillar Inc. is ... Caterpillar Employees Volunteer at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Summer Camp, Inspiring Young Innovations

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Demonstrating a strong commitment to education and community, Caterpillar, Inc. employees volunteered their time and expertise at the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock VEX Robotics Camp. 

North Little Rock-based is the world鈥檚 leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Caterpillar gives their employees some paid time off to volunteer in the community, and three employees who participate in Caterpillar Young Professionals, an employee outreach group, spent a day volunteering with students learning about robotics.

The volunteers included Blake Hughey, manufacturing engineer and chairman of Young Professionals, Gino Romano, manager of production and vice chair of Young Professionals, and Evan Koleszar, manufacturing engineer and communications chair for Young Professionals. Their involvement is helping to inspire and educate the next generation of young roboticists, fostering a passion for engineering and innovation.

鈥淲e have been supporting the robotics team and giving ideas for improvements that the students can make to their robots,鈥 Hughey said. 鈥淪ince we are focused on young professionals, this is a chance for us to engage in the community, and robotics is a great entry point for young members of society to get involved in some of the aspects of what we do in our workplace. This is a great way to shine some light into what we do and be involved in the robotics program.鈥

More than 20 students in grades 5-8 participated in the this summer at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. The campers gained valuable skills in robotics, programming, and teamwork. Students utilized VEX IQ to design, construct, and program a robot that they used in a robotics competition at the end of camp.

Dr. Sandra Leiterman, managing director of the Cyber Arena who runs the robotics camp, expressed excitement about having professionals from Caterpillar share their experience with the students.

鈥淲hen I was a math teacher at Fuller Middle School, my all-girls robotics team won the Caterpillar Award in Excellence for Best Robotics in 2013,鈥 Leiterman said. 鈥淚t seems serendipitous that Caterpillar employees got a hold of me to volunteer at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 robotics camp. These hard-working professionals are bringing their real-world experience to the camp and teaching students about the team roles the students are assigned at camp. The students have enjoyed learning what happens at Caterpillar, and it was exciting to see a real-world connection between what we do here in camp and careers at Caterpillar.鈥

By sharing their expertise and enthusiasm, these Caterpillar volunteers are helping to inspire the next generation of engineers and innovators.

鈥淚 just like seeing how creative the students can be,鈥 Koleszar said. 鈥淓veryone wants to get involved in the community because we love the Little Rock area. By volunteering at events like the robotics camp, we can get the conversation started and see how we can help our community.鈥

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Combination of Computer Science Degree, Certificate in Cybersecurity Broadens Career Options for Graduate /news/2024/05/15/computer-broadens/ Wed, 15 May 2024 13:02:26 +0000 https://ualrprd.wpengine.com/news/?p=87447 Benjamin Miller developed a passion for computer science and technology as a teen growing up in Cabot, Arkansas. That interest ultimately led him to pursue a bachelor鈥檚 degree in computer ... Combination of Computer Science Degree, Certificate in Cybersecurity Broadens Career Options for Graduate

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Benjamin Miller developed a passion for computer science and technology as a teen growing up in Cabot, Arkansas. That interest ultimately led him to pursue a bachelor鈥檚 degree in computer science and a Certificate of Proficiency in Cybersecurity at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

鈥淢y interest in computer science started back in high school when I realized how much I enjoyed working with computers and technology,鈥 Miller explained. 鈥淚 took a few engineering classes, but it was a digital electronics course in my senior year that really sparked my passion.鈥

The course gave him a better understanding of digital systems and made him curious to learn more about computer science.

鈥淎s I explored the field more, I saw that computer science combined creativity, logic, and innovation in a unique way.鈥 Miller said. 鈥淚 was excited by the idea of using technology to solve real-world problems and make a positive impact on people’s lives. Plus, with technology advancing so quickly and computer science becoming more important in so many industries, I knew that pursuing this field would open a lot of opportunities for me.鈥

Miller also cultivated an interest in coding and building computers, which he explored during his second semester at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

鈥淚t was during this time that I discovered my enthusiasm for cybersecurity,鈥 he said. 鈥淎fter taking an introductory course and a digital forensics class as electives, I found myself captivated by the content, tools, and subject matter. This newfound passion inspired me to earn a Certificate of Proficiency in Cybersecurity.鈥

Miller sought out practical, hands-on experience that has contributed to his growth and development in his areas of study.

鈥淎s a freshman, I secured employment in the Cyber Arena and Emerging Analytics Center during my second semester,鈥 he said. 鈥淭his opportunity has been invaluable, enabling me to expand my knowledge and skills in both cybersecurity and computer science.鈥

The experience has allowed him to explore these fields in depth, build programs, and apply his knowledge to real-world scenarios.

鈥淭he Cyber Arena has been an invaluable resource for me, offering experiences that I wouldn’t have had access to in a traditional classroom setting,鈥 Miller said.

Over the last three semesters, he collaborated with friends on various class projects.

鈥淭hese experiences have not only enhanced my learning but have also allowed me to form meaningful friendships that I wouldn’t have had otherwise,鈥 he said. 鈥淲orking together on these projects has taught me the value of teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in a collaborative environment.鈥

The Department of Computer Science has designed certificate programs to both allow students pursuing a bachelor’s degree to earn stackable and complementary credentials and to serve working adults seeking to change careers or upskill in their current jobs, said Dr. Albert Baker, department chair.

鈥淚t is very encouraging to have our current students taking advantage of certificate opportunities in the way that Ben has,鈥 Baker said. 鈥淭he combination of a B.S. in computer science and a certificate in cybersecurity will assuredly open up exciting and lucrative career opportunities for him.鈥

Throughout his academic journey, Miller said his parents, Billy and Sarah Miller, have been incredibly supportive and instrumental in his success.

鈥淢y father, who works in the cybersecurity industry, has been particularly helpful in exploring the fields of computer science and cybersecurity with me,鈥 he said. 鈥淒r. Sandra Leiterman and Dr. Philip Huff,  leaders in the  糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Trojan Cyber Arena, have offered encouragement and assistance in navigating challenges with classes.鈥

Miller added that Chris Newton, a pastor at New Life Church in Cabot, has been a pillar of support, always ready to lend an ear and provide encouragement. Brandon Fertig, the father of a friend who is in the computer science project management field, has been 鈥渁 constant source of encouragement and has provided invaluable guidance in my career search. I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance these individuals have provided throughout my academic journey,鈥 he said.

After graduation, Miller hopes to work in cybersecurity within the Little Rock area.

鈥淢y goal is to pursue a career path in digital forensics or incident response,鈥 he said. 鈥淭o enhance my qualifications, I am also working towards an AWS certification, which I aim to complete shortly after graduation.鈥

AWS (Amazon Web Services) Certification helps learners build credibility and confidence by validating their cloud expertise with an industry-recognized credential.

鈥淎t the end of the day, my interest in computer science came from a mix of my early experiences with digital electronics, my hands-on coding practice, and my desire to use technology to make a difference,鈥 Miller said. 鈥淭his passion has motivated me to pursue a career in computer science and keep growing my knowledge and skills in this constantly evolving field.鈥

 

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Hosts 2024 Summer Camps /news/2024/05/07/2024-camps/ Tue, 07 May 2024 19:25:33 +0000 https://ualrprd.wpengine.com/news/?p=87307 The University of Arkansas at Little Rock offers a variety of youth camps in the summer. The summer camps available are focused on a range of activities, with something to ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Hosts 2024 Summer Camps

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock offers a variety of youth camps in the summer. The summer camps available are focused on a range of activities, with something to satisfy everyone.

Camps focus on topics such as coding, writing, robotics, athletics, as well as the popular summer Laureate University for Youth (SLUFY).

Check out the comprehensive list below to find the summer camp that is the best fit for your family!

Young Writers Camp

Dates: June 24-28, 2024

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Cost: $300

Contact: Greg Graham, gxgraham@ualr.edu

For: Grades 3-5

Emerging Writers Institute

Dates: June 17-21

Time: 8:30 a.m. – Noon for 6-8 Grade, 1-4:30 p.m. for 9-12 Grade

Cost: $150

Contact: Greg Graham, gxgraham@ualr.edu

For: Grades 6-12

Summer Laureate University for Youth

Dates: July 8-19

Time: 12:30-5:30 p.m. Monday 鈥 Friday

Cost: $325

Engineering Scholars Program

Dates: June 16-22

Cost: Free

For: Grades 8-11

Contact: Dr. Anindya Ghosh, axghosh@ualr.edu 

Windstream Girls CODE

Dates: July 22-26

Cost: Free

For: Grades 8-9

Contact: Dr. Anindya Ghosh, axghosh@ualr.edu

Dates: July 8-12

Grades: 7-12

Cost: $150

Dates: June 10-14

Grades: 5-8

Cost: $150

Dates: July 22-26, 12-5 p.m.

Grades: 7-12

Cost: $150

Dates: July 29-Aug. 2

Grades: 7-12

Cost: $150

Ethics and Philosophy Summer Academy

Dates: June 24-28

Grades: 10-12

Cost: Free

artWAYS – Summer Visual Arts Program

Dates: June 23-29

Grades: 11-12

Cost: Free

MT Stage: Expressions!

Dates: June 24-28

Grades: 7-9

Cost: Free

Dates: June 10-July 18

Grades: K-8

Trojan Athletics Summer Camps

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糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Nursing Grads Earn 100% Pass Rate on NCLEX Nursing Exam for First Time /news/2024/05/06/100-nclex/ Mon, 06 May 2024 15:03:56 +0000 https://ualrprd.wpengine.com/news/?p=87452 In an historic milestone for 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 nursing program, December 2023 graduates from the School of Nursing earned a 100 percent pass rate for the National Council Licensure Examination ... 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Nursing Grads Earn 100% Pass Rate on NCLEX Nursing Exam for First Time

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In an historic milestone for 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock鈥檚 nursing program, December 2023 graduates from the School of Nursing earned a 100 percent pass rate for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for the first time in program history!

“Our nursing students’ remarkable achievement of a 100% pass rate on the NCLEX nursing exam is a testament to their dedication, resilience, and exceptional preparation,鈥 said Dr. Sloan Davidson, director of the School of Nursing at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. 鈥淭his milestone reflects the unwavering commitment of our faculty and staff to providing top-tier education and support, empowering our students to excel in their nursing careers and make a meaningful impact in health care. We couldn’t be prouder and more excited of their success.”

The enterprising 34 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock graduates who passed the NCLEX exam are Fall 2023 graduates of the accelerated 18-month Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock.

Passing the NCLEX-RN exam is an important accomplishment for nursing graduates and shows that they are ready to enter the professional world. The exam is given to all students who have completed an RN program. All the December graduates passed the NCLEX exam within four months of graduation.

鈥淭he exam measures the safety of the test taker and determines if they meet the standards set for entry to practice as an RN,鈥 said Fairah Solomon, assistant professor of nursing and associate degree program coordinator. 鈥淭he 100% pass rate of our December graduates shows the hard work our students and faculty are putting into the program here at the 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock School of Nursing. Our faculty are dedicated and committed to student success and set the bar exceptionally high. These students have met that bar and exceeded it.鈥

The 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock School of Nursing is the largest academic program at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock and remains on the cutting edge to prepare future nurses for a career in the health care industry. In 2023 the Center for Simulation Innovation received the Frontline Simulation Champion Excellence Award from the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning. The School of Nursing and the Emerging Analytics Center have created an immersive virtual tour of the Center for Simulation Innovation to help prepare the next generation of nurses for college life.

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