Windgate Foundation Grants $9.49 Million in Support of Arkansas State University
Windgate Foundation has awarded new grants totaling $9.49 million directed for scholarships, arts education initiatives and community outreach at Arkansas State University, announced Chancellor Todd Shields.
ASU-Newport Named Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications
Arkansas State University-Newport has been designated as an Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications. This prestigious recognition highlights ASU-Newport as an institution that serves as a model for fostering student success through access, opportunity and workforce outcomes.
A-State Economic Impact Measured at $2.5 Billion
A new study shows Arkansas State University has an economic impact of $2.5 billion annually through campus operations, student and visitor spending, and alumni who live and work throughout Arkansas. Recently completed by Parker Strategy Group, the study is titled “A-State Powers Growth: Transforming the Economy and Inspiring Hearts and Minds.” The analysis concluded A-State’s economic impact reached $2.5 billion in the fiscal 2022-23 year, including $480 million generated by the Jonesboro campus, student spending and visitor spending, as well as $2 billion generated by A-State alumni living and working throughout Arkansas.
Henderson State Introduces Arkansas Aviation Academy as Expanded Program for Pilots
Henderson State University today announced the official renaming of its aviation flight training program as the Arkansas Aviation Academy, which will prepare pilots who are not enrolled as Henderson students but are seeking credentials to become commercial pilots. The Arkansas Aviation Academy, recently approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, expands Henderson’s long-established professional pilot bachelor’s degree program – the only public university program of its kind in the state.
Gov. Sanders Appoints Carole Farmer to ASU System Board of Trustees
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Carole Farmer of Fayetteville to a seven-year term on the Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees.
ASU System Trustees Celebrate A-State Vet School, NCAA Tournament Berth for Women’s Team
The groundbreaking for the new College of Veterinary Medicine at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro this week represented the ongoing strategic intentions of the ASU System, President Brendan Kelly told the Board of Trustees at its regular quarterly meeting.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held at A-State for First Public College of Veterinary Medicine in Arkansas
Arkansas State University hosted dignitaries, students, affiliate veterinarians, and area residents today for the groundbreaking ceremony for its College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) – the first public school of its kind in Arkansas.
Henderson Sees Growth in Freshman, Sophomore, Transfer Student Enrollment for Spring 2025
Henderson State University has announced growth in freshman, sophomore, and transfer student enrollment for Spring 2025. Overall enrollment decreased 3 percent with 1,820 students in Spring 2025 compared with 1,879 students in Spring 2024. Preliminary 11th-day reporting shows a 28 percent jump in freshmen with 335 in Spring 2025 compared with 262 in Spring 2024. The sophomore class grew by 3 percent with 256 students versus 248 students year-over-year.
A-State Announces Largest Spring Enrollment in University History
Spring enrollment at Arkansas State University continues to soar, with a reported 11th-day headcount of a record 16,073 students — a 10% increase over spring 2024. Enrollment of students from Arkansas saw a boost of 8.1%, with 9,452 from in-state, compared with 8,745 last spring.
ASU-Beebe CFO Roger Moore Retires After 26 Years of Service
After more than 26 years at Arkansas State University-Beebe, Roger Moore, chief financial officer and vice chancellor for finance and administration, retired Jan. 15.
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