Higher Education

The University of Arkansas Department of Communication receives a $1 million anonymous gift for its Center for Communication Research, supporting interdisciplinary projects, students and emerging technologies.

Scholars at Risk speaker Oscar Gomez discusses the search for truth in the Ayotzinapa case and the role of academic freedom during his visit to the University of Arkansas for International Education Week.

On today's show, we learn that roughly 70% of teachers in Arkansas are using artificial intelligence to prepare their work. We also hear a conversation with this year’s Scholars at Risk speaker at the University of Arkansas about defending international human rights. Plus, local music news for your area.

The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine in Bentonville has officially opened its doors beside Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. The new campus merges art, nature and holistic health in medical education, reflecting Alice Walton’s vision to transform how future physicians are trained.

Provost Indrajeet Chaubey shares how his journey from graduate student to academic leader at the University of Arkansas shapes his vision for student success, research and enrollment growth.

Fulbright College Dean Brian Raines says the University of Arkansas college’s new mission statement reflects its role in shaping adaptable, curious leaders and guiding a decade-long strategic plan.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College is collecting used instruments to help launch a new certification program in instrument repair, part of a broader effort to expand music education and community engagement at the Bentonville campus.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College debuts a micro-credential program to help students quickly gain job-ready skills in biotech, management and more.

For the first time, more college students will take online courses over completely in-person classes.

People of all ages across the region came together as the city of Fort Smith hosted a parade celebrating two hometown heroes' NBA championship win. We bring you the story in today’s show. Plus, we investigate what it means to be an influencer on a local level. Also, the latest headlines from the River Valley with Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics.