College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas

College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas College of Education and Health Professions, University of Arkansas If you want to change people’s lives, our college is a great place for you.

We empower our graduates to teach children from preschool through adulthood, help deliver babies and provide care and comfort to the elderly. Our graduates direct recreational programs that boost health and rejuvenate the spirit, and they help those who have lost the power of speech to regain it. We equip our students to pursue fulfilling careers in nursing, teaching, counseling, athletic training

, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, public health and many other caring professions. The College of Education and Health Professions offers you the social and academic support to ensure a successful college career. Our faculty will provide you with positive atmosphere, patience, and encourage your academic success on campus. We go the extra mile to help ensure success in your profession or while pursuing a post-graduate degree. Our online programs provide the flexibility to balance family, work and school responsibilities. You don't have to put your life on hold while working toward a better one. See more of what we're all about: https://youtu.be/e59nfRPRb1o

The college will welcome Drs. Michelle Gray and Brendon McDermott into new leadership roles this summer. Dr. Gray, who c...
06/02/2026

The college will welcome Drs. Michelle Gray and Brendon McDermott into new leadership roles this summer. Dr. Gray, who currently leads our Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation (HHPR), will assume the role of associate dean for academic affairs and research. Dr. McDermott, a professor of athletic training and exercise science, will take over as HHPR department head when Dr. Gray moves into her new executive team position. We're excited to watch these two powerhouses thrive! 👏

The college will welcome Drs. Michelle Gray and Brendon McDermott into new leadership roles this summer. Dr. Gray, who c...
06/02/2026

The college will welcome Drs. Michelle Gray and Brendon McDermott into new leadership roles this summer. Dr. Gray, who currently leads our Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation (HHPR), will assume the role of associate dean for academic affairs and research. Dr. McDermott, a professor of athletic training and exercise science, will take over as HHPR department head when Dr. Gray moves into her new executive team position. We're excited to watch these two powerhouses thrive! 👏 UARK HHPR University of Arkansas

More here: https://news.uark.edu/articles/82365/college-of-education-and-health-professions-selects-gray-mcdermott-for-new-leadership-roles

We’re so proud of Dr. Michael Hevel and Sandra Ward on receiving Collis R. Geren and Patricia R. Koski Awards from Unive...
06/02/2026

We’re so proud of Dr. Michael Hevel and Sandra Ward on receiving Collis R. Geren and Patricia R. Koski Awards from University of Arkansas Graduate School and International Education! 🌟

Dr. Hevel received this year’s Outstanding University Faculty Award, while Sandra earned the Outstanding University Staff Award. We’re so lucky to have them both in our caring college!

Learn more:�
https://news.uark.edu/articles/81220/hevel-ward-cole-win-2026-geren-koski-awards

We recently celebrated the academic success of more than 100 students at our annual Student Awards Banquet! 🏆Students fr...
06/01/2026

We recently celebrated the academic success of more than 100 students at our annual Student Awards Banquet! 🏆

Students from every degree program, honors student researchers, senior and first-ranked senior scholars, and college award winners were all recognized for their determination and outstanding achievements. Check out the full list of awardees in the story below! ✨

Read more:
https://news.uark.edu/articles/82322/college-of-education-and-health-professions-recognizes-outstanding-student-success

Two educators in our Eleanor Mann School of Nursing were honored by the Arkansas Center for Nursing! 🌟 Dr. Thomas Kippen...
05/29/2026

Two educators in our Eleanor Mann School of Nursing were honored by the Arkansas Center for Nursing!

🌟 Dr. Thomas Kippenbrock – 2026 Arkansas Nursing Legacy Award

🌟 Allison Davis – 40 Nurse Leaders Under 40 Award

Both were recently celebrated for their outstanding contributions to the profession at the Arkansas Center for Nursing Leadership and Legacy Awards. Congratulations! 🎉

Learn more:
https://news.uark.edu/articles/81194/two-nursing-faculty-honored-by-arkansas-center-for-nursing-for-leadership-legacy

📸: Nicki Miller Photography

A doctoral graduate of our college’s Higher Education program was recently recognized with a national Outstanding Contri...
05/28/2026

A doctoral graduate of our college’s Higher Education program was recently recognized with a national Outstanding Contribution to Research Award! 🏆

Dr. Christian Robinson received the Southeastern Association of Housing Officers’ Outstanding Contribution to Research Award for his dissertation studying the experiences of Black housing officers at colleges across the South. Way to go, Dr. Robinson! 🎉

Learn more:
https://news.uark.edu/articles/81165/higher-education-ph-d-graduate-wins-outstanding-research-award

05/27/2026

Dean Kate Goes Back to Class with STEM Education Students Mackenzie Anderson and Taylor Rogers! 📚🔭

This year, Dean Kate Mamiseishvili is sitting down with students across our college to learn about their experiences and pick up a few skills along the way. In this episode of “Dean Kate Goes Back to Class,” Mackenzie and Taylor teach Dean Kate how to craft a project using circuits while sharing what the STEM Education program means to them. 💡

Starting this fall, a new master’s degree program will help meet demand in Arkansas’ growing outdoor recreation field! 🏕...
05/26/2026

Starting this fall, a new master’s degree program will help meet demand in Arkansas’ growing outdoor recreation field! 🏕️

The Outdoor Recreation and Sports Tourism program will offer students the flexibility to complete coursework online while gaining real-world experience that connects them with careers in the industry. Learn more by visiting the program webpage or reading the story linked below!

Story:
https://news.uark.edu/articles/81248/new-master-s-degree-prepares-leaders-for-arkansas-growing-outdoor-recreation-and-sport-tourism-field

Website:
https://online.uark.edu/programs/master-science-outdoor-recreation-sport-tourism.php
UARK HHPR

A gift to Arkansas A+ Schools in honor of lifetime educator Peggy Parks will ensure more educators across Arkansas have ...
05/22/2026

A gift to Arkansas A+ Schools in honor of lifetime educator Peggy Parks will ensure more educators across Arkansas have what they need to create vibrant, student-centered classrooms! 🎨🍎

We’re so grateful to David and Pam Parks for their generous support and continued investment in our college’s mission! This gift will have a direct impact on educators and students statewide through A+'s wide variety of innovative programs.

Learn more:
https://news.uark.edu/articles/82335/parks-family-gift-to-help-bring-arts-integrated-learning-to-classrooms-across-arkansas

This summer, keep WE CARE on your mind! ☀️🧢We’re inviting all members of our college community to share our WE CARE mess...
05/21/2026

This summer, keep WE CARE on your mind! ☀️🧢

We’re inviting all members of our college community to share our WE CARE message far and wide this summer by proudly wearing headgear featuring the WE CARE logo. Anyone can join in the fun, just snap a photo while wearing a hat, headband, beanie, or visor, then tag us using .

We can’t wait to see where your travels take our WE CARE mission! Read more about the campaign and learn how to get involved at the link below.

Story:
https://news.uark.edu/articles/82336/we-care-on-my-mind-college-of-education-and-health-professions-reveals-summer-campaign

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