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Looking Back at the 1933 Wilson Hall Dedication and Continuing the Legacy at the Annual Wilson Award Banquet

On a rainy day in 1933, more than 3,500 people braved harsh weather to witness a momentous event: the dedication of Wilson Hall. This $300,000 building was constructed to honor Mr. R.E. Lee Wilson, an influential figure in Mississippi County and a dedicated, longtime member of the university's Board of Trustees … Read more

Programs

Engineering and Computer Science Awards Presented at Scholars' Convocation

JONESBORO – The College of Engineering and Computer Science at Arkansas State University (A-State) presented awards to graduating students during the Scholars' Convocation ceremony, according to Dr. Abhijit Bhattacharyya, Dean. Ramsey Alan Brower of West Plains, Missouri, has

A-State News

A-State's Economic Impact Measured at $2.5 Billion, Creating and Sustaining 16,332 Jobs

JONESBORO – A new analysis shows that Arkansas State University (A-State) generates an annual economic impact of $2.5 billion and supports 16,332 jobs statewide. The study, conducted by the Bureau of Business and … Read more

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President Bill Clinton and A-State

30 years ago, President Bill Clinton became the first sitting President to visit Arkansas State University (A-State). He spoke before a large crowd at the dedication ceremony for the newly expanded Dean B. Ellis Library on April 3, 1995, featuring the iconic bell tower and new connection to the ASU Museum … Read more

Student Life

Top Journalism and Mass Communication Students Inducted into Kappa Tau Alpha

JONESBORO – 13 Arkansas State University (A-State) students were recently inducted into the Kappa Tau Alpha (KTA) honor society. The ceremony was held on April 7. KTA is the university's honor society, recognizing academic excellence and promoting … Read more

Student Life

Williams, Malone Elected Student Government Association President and Vice President

JONESBORO – Arkansas State University (A-State) students have elected Jake Williams as president of the Student Government Association (SGA) for 2025-2026, along with vice presidential candidate Kate Malone. The SGA election took place on March 19-20, with results announced a few hours after voting … Read more

Student Life

College of Agriculture announces top graduating students for the 2024-25 academic year

JONESBORO – According to Dr. Mickey LaTour, Dean of the College of Agriculture at Arkansas State University (A-State), the college's outstanding students for the 2024-25 academic year were honored at the Scholars Convocation. The Dean's Scholar Award for the highest GPA in the college … Rea

Arkansas & Jonesboro

Arkansas State University: A Dance Through Time – Where Art and Academia Meet at the Delta Symposium

Arkansas State University (A-State) is proud to host the 30th annual Delta Symposium, an event promising unforgettable cultural and academic experiences. This year's special highlight is the premiere of the contemporary dance work "Movement … Read more

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A-State Visits TH School Hanoi

Recently, Arkansas State University (A-State) took part in “University Fair 2025: Confident Steps Toward the World,” organized by TH School at its Chua Boc, Hanoi and Vinh campuses. As part of the Career Orientation program for students from Grade 9 to Grade 12, the “University Fair: Confident Steps Toward the Future” … Read more

A-State News

A-State visits high schools in Vinh City, Nghe An

A-State was honored to join Duc Anh Study Abroad in visiting and meeting students from the top schools in Vinh City – Nghe An: We hope that in the time ahead, A-State will have the honor of welcoming outstanding students from this land with … Read more

Student Life

Community Partner Reception at A-State for International Students

Last night, the International Programs office at Arkansas State University hosted our first-ever Community Partner reception to honor and thank individuals both on and off campus for supporting international students. We presented the first-ever Nameste award to honor those … Read more