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Nigel Otero, advising coordinator, College of Business and Industry, stands outside of his office on the second floor of the Flanders Building
AlumniBusiness and IndustryFirst GenerationLion Voices

Nigel Otero: Turning Opportunities into Inspiration

When Nigel Otero came to the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, he did so knowing it was an opportunity he wouldn't squander. Now, as an advising coordinator for the College of Business and Industry, he's working to inspire students to achieve...

March 31, 2025
Andrea Parton, the discovery and access librarian for the Boreham Library at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, stands in the lobby next to a new display of video games
Lion Voices

Cataloging Resources: How Andrea Parton Became the Librarian She Was Meant to Be

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Discovery and Access Librarian Andrea Parton never intended to follow in her dad's footsteps. As a librarian, she does the job she was always meant to have.

March 31, 2025
Embry smiles for the camera while dressed in a nice suit.
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Embry Thornton

Embry Thornton talks about ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and what they have done to help him achieve his dream of being a teacher.

January 24, 2025
William psoing for a photo in a suit jacket.
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: William Perrigo

Recent ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ graduate William Perrigo, mentions his time at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and speaks on his fondest memories. He talks about why he chose ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and what he plans to do with his newly attained degree.

January 17, 2025
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Staff Accountant Lorin Nhongvongsithi poses for a photo in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
AlumniBusiness and IndustryLion Voices

Accounting for Her Success

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Staff Accountant Lorin Nhongvongsithi doubted she'd graduate. But when the moment came, she fulfilled a dream her 12-year-old self always had.

December 18, 2024
Dr. Dennis Siler shows off his custom Harry Potter inspired guitar inside his workshop.
Lion Voices

Six-Strings and Shakespeare

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Professor and Director of the Myles Friedman Honors Program, Dr. Dennis Siler, has a knack for seeing raw potential - whether in a piece of wood destined to become a guitar or a student poised to achieve greatness.

December 17, 2024
Braden Nguyen, a senior psychology student at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ poses in front of the Boreham Library
First GenerationHealth Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

'I'm ready. I'm prepared.': How Braden Nguyen Leaves ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ

Braden Nguyen, a senior psychology student at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, reflects on his time at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and how the university has prepared him for whatever lies ahead.

December 06, 2024
Advisor, Joellen Barthol, smiles for the camera while standing in front of the Math Science Building at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.
Arts and SciencesBusiness and IndustryHealth Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

Finding Where She Belongs: Joellen Barthol and ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ

Joellen Barthol is an advisor for the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's ROAR First-Year Advising Center. It's a role she's "always been passionate about."

November 26, 2024
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ associate professor of mathematics, Dr. Kayla Murray, smiles for the camera outside of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
AlumniArts and SciencesLion Voices

Dr. Kayla Murray: Mending Mathematical Misconceptions

Math can be difficult. At the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, associate professor Dr. Kayla Murray has changed her approach to teaching the subject, and it is catching on.

November 22, 2024
Sydney Seegers, program assistant for TRIO STEM SSS
Arts and SciencesFirst GenerationLion Voices

First-Gen Staff Voices: Sydney Seegers

Sydney Seegers graduated from the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ in May 2023. As a first-generation student, it was an "opportunity to chase and achieve her dreams" and become a role model for her family. She gives back to ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and other first-generation...

November 04, 2024
Journi Goforth smiles for the camera in front of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
Arts and SciencesLion Voices

Advising for Success with Journi Goforth

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ College of Arts and Sciences advisor Journi Goforth realized she wanted to help students succeed in the classroom, but it wasn't with her leading the curriculum.

October 31, 2024
Dr. James Benjamin poses infront of a ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ backdrop and light up letters spelling out ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.
Health Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

Dr. James Benjamin's Passion for Psychology

Dr. James Benjamin discovered his passion for psychology while living in California, one of nine states he's lived in. He found his home in Arkansas, at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, where he's shared his passion with students since 2010.

October 30, 2024
Natalie Chuong, a ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ junior business administration major, smiles for the camera as she hands up a green blouse in the Babb Center for Career Services' Suit Up Studio. A place where students can obtain new or gently used professional attire for free.
Business and IndustryLion Voices

The Blooming Legacy of Natalie Chuong

According to ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ junior business administration major Natalie Chuong, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is "the best choice in Arkansas," and the decision to come here was easy.

October 09, 2024
Jennifer Holland smiles for a picture in the Windgate Building
Lion Voices

Jennifer Holland: The Glue Holding ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Together

Keeping students coming back is everything for Jennifer Holland, the executive director for retention at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. Ask around the campus, and you'll hear she is the glue holding the university together.

September 30, 2024
Dr. Jordana Beutelschies, '10, adjusts an infant at her chiropractic office, JB Family & Animal Chiropractic, in Van Buren
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Adjusting Everyone and Their Dog

Dr. Jordana Beutelschies always knew she wanted to be a chiropractor. What she found out was that she could help people and animals. The ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ was the first step in her journey to providing relief to "every body and...

September 18, 2024
Dr. Kiyun Han (right) with his wife and son
Business and IndustryLion Voices

Completing Circuits and Dr. Kiyun Han

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ associate professor of electronics technology and electrical engineering technology Dr. Kiyun Han has a passion for everything technology-related, which is rooted in his life and career.

August 29, 2024
Amanda Seidenzahl, director of early college programs, smiles with her two sons
Lion Voices

Architect of Success: Amanda Seidenzahl

At the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ, high school students can earn concurrent credit through WATC and Smart Start, all under the direction of Amanda Seidenzahl, the director of early college programs.

July 22, 2024
Little Lions Child Development Center director LaKeisha Stinyard
Health Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

LaKeisha Stinyard: Making the Biggest Impact with the Littlest Lions

Educating students is the number one goal at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. At the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Little Lions Child Development Center, LaKeisha Stinyard, director, teaches the littlest of Lions.

June 28, 2024
Dr. Charles
AlumniArts and SciencesLion Voices

A Feather in His Cap: The Life and Career of Dr. Charles Preston

Dr. Charles "Chuck" Preston traces his roots in biology to growing up in Fort Smith and attending the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ when the university was still known as Westark Community College. Today, he is one of the world's foremost researchers...

May 31, 2024
Dr. Kerrie Taber
Business and IndustryFirst GenerationLion Voices

First-Generation Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kerrie Taber

Dr. Kerrie Taber is an assistant professor of organizational leadership in the College of Business and Industry at the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. As a first-generation student, Taber understands the challenges some of her students face...

May 03, 2024

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