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Dr. Brendan Kelly Begins Tenure as New President of the Arkansas State University System
LITTLE ROCK – Today, Dr. Brendan Kelly officially began his tenure as the third president of the Arkansas State University System (ASU System). The ASU System Board of Trustees voted to hire Kelly, who has served as president of the University of West Georgia since … Read more
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ASU Board of Trustees Approves $48 Million for Capital Projects at A-State, Including New College of Veterinary Medicine
JONESBORO — Today, the Arkansas State University (A-State) Board of Trustees met in special session and approved nearly $48 million for capital projects at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, including a new home for the university's new College of Veterinary Medicine. The approval came ahead … Read more
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Windgate Hall of Art and Innovation to Take Place September 19
JONESBORO – A groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Arkansas State University (A-State) at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 19, for the Windgate Hall of Art and Innovation. The event will be held south of the Fine Arts Center at the future home of the new expansion on campus … Read more
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Arkansas Biosciences Institute Leaders and Faculty to Celebrate 20 Years at A-State
JONESBORO – For the past 20 years, research scientists at the Arkansas Biosciences Institute have worked hard to find answers as their work has guided them to where medicine and agriculture meet. Arkansas voters approved a … Read more
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NIFA $200,000 Grant to Support Women and Minorities in STEM
JONESBORO – The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, has awarded a grant aimed at targeted interventions for women and minority groups in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields at Arkansas State University (A-State). … Read more
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A-State Receives $1.77 Million NIH Grant to Conduct Oral Health Research
JONESBORO – While most people know that tooth decay can lead to an unattractive smile, the effects of this disease have serious impacts on a person's overall health. A faculty member in the Beck … Read more
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4 A-State graduates to be recognized as 2024 Emerging Young Alumni
JONESBORO – The A-State Alumni Association and Student Philanthropy Council announced the recipients of the 2024 Emerging Young Alumni (EYA) Award at Arkansas State University (A-State). This marks the 6th year of the recognition program for young A-State alumni … Read more
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Todd Clark Named Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at A-State
JONESBORO – Arkansas State University Chancellor Todd Shields has named Todd Clark as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer (CMCO). Clark has 18 years of experience in higher education and has served in an interim capacity since October. He will oversee the University's Office … Read more
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Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Reaffirms A-State's Accreditation for Next 10 Years
JONESBORO – The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Arkansas State University's institutional accrediting body, has notified Chancellor Todd Shields of its decision to accept the accreditation team's report on A-State, thereby reaffirming the institution's accreditation. The HLC team … Read more
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Hannah Named Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, CFO
JONESBORO – Chancellor Todd Shields has appointed Dr. Russ Hannah, a longtime administrator at Arkansas State University (A-State), as vice chancellor for finance and administration and CFO of the university. “We are fortunate to have someone with extensive experience … Read more
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Carlitta M. Moore Appointed Vice Chancellor for Institutional Access and Engagement
JONESBORO – Arkansas State University (A-State) Chancellor Dr. Todd Shields has appointed Dr. Carlitta M. Moore as vice chancellor for institutional access and engagement. Moore said, "I look forward to working with Chancellor Shields, the leadership team and the community to advance … Read more
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A-State Appoints Interim Deans for COEBS and the Graduate School
JONESBORO – Interim deans for the College of Education and Behavioral Science (COEBS) and the Graduate School have been appointed at Arkansas State University, effective July 1, announced Dr. Calvin White Jr., executive vice chancellor and provost. Dr. … Read more
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