Veteran Financial Aid Professional Leslie Mitchell-Knox Joins UAPB
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) has named Leslie Mitchell-Knox as the new director of the Office of Student Financial Services, bringing more than 25 years of experience in financial aid leadership, student counseling, and outreach to the institution. As part of UAPB’s commitment to expanding access, affordability, student support, completion, and long-term economic opportunity, the Office of Student Financial Services plays a critical role in helping students and families identify, secure, and successfully navigate financial resources that support degree completion....
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UAPB Chancellor to Join National HBCU Leaders for Announcement of Bipartisan IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act in Washington, D.C.
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Chancellor Dr. Anthony Graham will join HBCU presidents, chancellors, national advocates, and partners in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, May 14, 2026, for a press conference announcing the reintroduction of the bipartisan IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act. According to a press advisory received from the Office of Congresswoman Alma Adams, Rep. Adams (D-NC-12) will hold the press conference with…...
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UAPB to Host 1890 Center of Excellence Spring 2026 Symposium
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will host the 1890 Center of Excellence Student Success and Workforce Development fifth annual Spring 2026 Symposium from May 17–20 on its campus, bringing together students, faculty and administrators from across the nation’s 1890 land-grant institutions. The symposium, themed “Enhancing, Advancing and Promoting Academic Excellence, Student Success and Workforce Development at 1890 Land-Grant Institutions,” will convene participants from 1890 universities to engage in collaborative learning, professional development and workforce preparation....
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Golden Standard: UAPB Earns 2025–26 SWAC Sports Information Staff of the Year Honors
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Athletics Department proudly announces that its Sports Information staff has been named the 2025–26 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Sports Information Staff of the Year, as voted on by conference peers. The award recognizes excellence in strategic communications, creativity, and service throughout the league while highlighting UAPB's continued leadership in elevating the visibility of its student-athletes and the Southwestern Athletic Conference brand....
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SAFHS Honors Spring 2026 Graduates During Annual Luncheon
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences celebrated 38 undergraduate and graduate students during its Spring 2026 Graduation Luncheon on May 7 at the S.J. Parker 1890 Extension Complex Auditorium. The luncheon, themed “Enhancing, Advancing and Promoting Academic Excellence and Student Success,” recognized graduating seniors for their academic achievements, leadership and contributions to the school....
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The Spring 2026 commencement at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offered a meaningful moment to honor the achievements of this year’s graduates and to look ahead with optimism. It was a privilege to address the graduating class and share words of encouragement as their commencement speaker.
🎓Congratulations to the Class of 2026! The PRIDE is STRONG! ✔️A commissioned officer ✔️Ten Chancellor’s Medallion recipients—six from the School of Arts and Sciences ✔️And 66% of the graduating class completed their degree program within four years. Graduates, UAPB is PROUD to be a part of your journey of lifelong accomplishments! #Classof2026 #DearMother #UAPB
History made. Excellence earned. 🎓 UAPB proudly celebrates the Spring 2026 Chancellor’s Medallion recipients — including a historic first: six scholars from the School of Arts and Sciences earned perfect 4.0 GPAs and received Chancellor’s Medallions, in addition to 4.0 GPAs from the School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences and the School of Business and Management.
Congratulations to Chancellor Medallion Recipients:
- Heidi Price
- Kennedy Abanihe
- Charlston D. Colen
- Braelyn J.N. Starks
- Wisdom Ariagbofo
- Matthew Harris
- Makaila Riedel
- Mason Smith
- Dennis Lamar Ugbaja Jr.
- Matthew Dworsky
These scholars represent the very best of UAPB academic excellence, standing among our 49 Summa Cum Laude, 43 Magna Cum Laude, and 48 Cum Laude undergraduates, along with master’s degree and certificate recipients.
Their achievements show the value of a UAPB education: access, support, completion, career preparation and pathways to impact.
Congratulations to our Chancellor’s Medallion recipients and the entire Spring 2026 graduating class! 💛🖤
Read the full story in the UAPB News at UAPB.EDU.
See the live-stream on UAPB-TV YouTube Channel.
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The UAPB Class of 2026 artists' creativity took center stage at the UAPB Senior Art Exhibition. Graduating seniors from the UAPB Department of Art & Design showcased powerful original works that explored identity, memory, culture, storytelling, and personal transformation.
Featured UAPB Senior artists:
▪ Brandon Scott
▪ Emory Eagles
▪ Kalyn Pendleton
▪ Le’Brian Muhammad
▪ Mawutor Kwami Ammamoo
At UAPB, students don’t just study art — they build professional portfolios, gain real-world exhibition experience and prepare for careers and graduate study through hands-on learning opportunities.
Congratulations to our talented Golden Lions! 💛🖤 To learn more about the event and the artists in UAPB News: /2026/05/09/uapb-senior-art-exhibition-celebrates-original-works-from-graduating-seniors/
#UAPB #UAPB1873 #UAPBProud #StudentArtists #BlackCreatives #HBCU #uapbart #UAPBDESIGN #ArtStudents #CreativeExcellence #CelebratingTopScholars #uapbstudentsuccess #classof2026
The livestock farm at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff recently expanded its operations following the donation of eight goats. The animals are currently under the care and management of livestock farm technician Bernard Wooten, alongside student workers participating in the UAPB Discovery Farm Educational Center.
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UAPB Graduating Senior Showcases Original Work During Film Festival
Graduating senior Jackson Williams served as director of two films recently featured during the UAPB Film Festival, giving the Dallas, Texas native a public platform to showcase his original creative work before earning his degree from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Williams directed “The Making of Jefferson” and “Ghosts,” both produced through UAPB’s Department of Multimedia Communications....
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UAPB ROTC Cadet Bryan Wade to Be Commissioned During 2026 Spring Commencement
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) will celebrate a milestone of service, scholarship, and artistry as Cadet Bryan Wade is commissioned as a Second Lieutenant during the 2026 Spring Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 9. Wade, a Music major with an emphasis in Business and a member of UAPB’s Army ROTC program, will graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree while preparing for his next chapter in military leadership, law, and the performing arts....
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