University of Arkansas System

LITTLE ROCK (Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026) — University of Arkansas System President Jay B. Silveria today was named the next president of Purdue University, a role he intends to begin Feb. 1, 2027. Randy Lawson, chair of the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas, said Silveria’s tenure has been highlighted by significant progress, unity and a clear vision for the future of the UA System. “While we are disappointed to receive the news that President Silveria is leaving, I recognize that … [Read more...] about UA System President Jay B. Silveria to Depart for Purdue Presidency

LITTLE ROCK (Thursday, October 15, 2026) – The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas has called a special meeting to be held via videoconference and in person at 3 p.m. today (Oct. 15), originating at the UA System - Cammack Campus in Little Rock. A public zoom registration link can be found here.  Members of the media and the general public can attend the 3 p.m. special meeting in person at 2404 N. University Ave., Little Rock, 72207 or register for a link to stream the regular … [Read more...] about UA Trustees Call Special Meeting Today (Oct.15) at 3 p.m.

LITTLE ROCK — University of Arkansas System President Jay B. Silveria has issued an open letter reaffirming the UA System’s commitment to academic excellence, affordability, free expression, intellectual diversity, and responsible stewardship in response to a national call to action from U.S. Education Secretary Linda E. McMahon. In the letter, Silveria outlines how the UA System, which serves students through 22 campuses, divisions, and units across the state, is advancing its mission … [Read more...] about UA System President Reaffirms Commitment to Public Higher Education in Open Letter

LITTLE ROCK (Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026) — Former University of Arkansas System President B. Alan Sugg, Ph.D., passed away peacefully on Saturday surrounded by his family in Houston, Texas. Sugg served as president of the UA System from 1990 to 2011 - the longest tenure served in university history. His presidency was defined by growth and expansion, going from roughly 30,000 students on five campuses in 1990 to more than 70,000 students and 18,000 employees among 17 campuses, divisions, and … [Read more...] about Former UA System President Dr. Alan Sugg Passes Peacefully

LITTLE ROCK (Thursday, October 1, 2026) – The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas has called a special meeting to be held via videoconference and in person at 4 p.m. today (Oct. 1), originating at the UA System - Cammack Campus in Little Rock. A public zoom registration link can be found here. Members of the media and the general public can attend the 4 p.m. special meeting in person at 2404 N. University Ave., Little Rock, 72207 or register for a link to stream the regular … [Read more...] about UA Trustees Call Special Meeting Today (Oct. 1) at 4 p.m.