News

Dr. Stacy Walz
May 8, 2026
New executive leadership is coming to the Arkansas State University with the appointment of Dr. Stacy Walz as dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions (CONHP), after serving the school as interim dean.
Faculty who were recognized for research excellence
May 7, 2026
The Office of Research and Technology Transfer hosted the inaugural Research Excellence Luncheon during Convocation of Scholars at Arkansas State University, recognizing faculty whose work advanced discovery, innovation, and scholarly impact over...
Arkansas State University Campus
May 7, 2026
Arkansas State University today announced a new partnership with Epicenter Memphis to launch EpicenterU: Students to Startups, a university-based entrepreneurship program supported by an approximately $800,000 grant from the Delta Regional Authority...
Convocation of Scholars 2026 graphic
May 6, 2026
The most outstanding graduating students in the College of Liberal Arts and Communication were recognized during Arkansas State University’s Convocation of Scholars.
Image of a building at A-State
May 6, 2026
Arkansas State University has announced a new partnership with Kalmer Solutions to establish a student-led Security Operations Center (SOC), providing students with hands-on cybersecurity experience while strengthening the university’s digital...
photo of a man at a picnic table
May 5, 2026
The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center (HPMEC) will host poet Greg Brownderville, a professor of English at Southern Methodist University, as the writer-in-residence this summer.
Professor Leslie Parker's graphic design class at NSAC holding the Jeanie Ruedy Spirit Award.
May 5, 2026
Several students at Arkansas State University recently traveled to Dallas to compete in the National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC), gaining real-world experience beyond the classroom while presenting their campaigns to the National Football...
A-State graduate during a previous university commencement exercise. 
May 4, 2026
Arkansas State University will soon welcome a new class of alumni as the Spring Commencement ceremonies will take place at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, at First National Bank Arena, 217 Olympic Drive.
Image of Jo Ann Nalley
May 1, 2026
Arkansas State University will confer the honorary Doctor of Public Service degree upon Jo Ann Nalley of Jonesboro, one of A-State’s longest serving and most dedicated staff members, during Spring Commencement.
photos of student winners
May 1, 2026
For many, continuing their education can be a financial hardship. Two Arkansas State University Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students have received $20,000 scholarships.