Higher Education

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.

At this week’s gathering of three Arkansas college leaders, the subjects included DEI, free speech on campus, lottery funding and higher education's core mission. The panel discussion, hosted by the Northwest Arkansas Council, featured University of Arkansas Chancellor Charles Robinson, Northwest Arkansas Community College President Dennis Rittle and the president of the University of Central Arkansas, Houston Davis.

Food banks play a crucial role in efforts to alleviate food insecurity nationwide. On today's show, we discuss the importance of food banks in 2025. Also, today, TheatreSquared is staging a world premiere. Plus, an appreciation of volunteers for National Volunteer Month.

Yesterday, April 23, University of Arkansas Chancellor Charles Robinson, Northwest Arkansas Community College President Dennis Rittle and University of Central Arkansas President Houston Davis shared a stage to discuss the role higher education plays in the state.