UAM to enhance education access
The University of Arkansas at Monticello has launched the UAM Pledge, a program dedicated to making higher education more accessible for Arkansans.
The program, set to begin in the fall 2025 semester, is designed to bridge the financial gap for eligible first-time, full-time freshmen, allowing them to pursue their college education with greater confidence and less financial burden, according to a news release.
The UAM Pledge will cover the difference between the total cost of tuition, mandatory fees and course-specific fees and the total financial aid received, including the Pell Grant, Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship and merit-based scholarships.
“This program embodies our commitment to removing financial barriers for students in Arkansas,” said UAM Chancellor Peggy Doss. “We recognize the challenges many students face when pursuing their educational goals. With the UAM Pledge, we aim to provide essential support that empowers students to focus on their studies and thrive during their college experience.
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Ultimately, this initiative will help Arkansas meet its workforce development needs by ensuring that a well-educated population is prepared to make valuable contributions to our state’s economy.”
To be eligible for the UAM Pledge, students must be Arkansas residents and U.S. citizens, first-time and full-time freshmen entering the fall 2025 semester and recipients of the Pell Grant and the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship, along with a merit-based scholarship from UAM. Maintaining these awards each semester is required for continued eligibility for the program.
Eligible students can receive the award for up to eight consecutive semesters.
“The UAM Pledge is not just a financial aid program; it is a pathway to opportunity and success for our students,” Doss said.
“By alleviating financial concerns, we believe students will be able to engage fully in their academic pursuits, foster a stronger connection to campus life and enrich their personal development during their time at UAM.”
Details: https://www.uamont.edu/uampledge.html or the UAM Office of Admissions at admissionsoffice@uamont.edu or (870) 460-1026.
Irby sets Black History program
The Arkansas Heritage Celebration of Black History Month Legend Among Us recognition will be held at the City Center in Little Rock on Feb. 22. Exhibits will begin at 11 a.m. followed by a banquet and presentations at noon.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event, which is presented by author and Jefferson County native Jason Irby and the Jason Irby Innovation Foundation, according to Stuff in The Bluff.com
“We are excited about the 10th anniversary of the Arkansas Heritage Celebration of Black History and Legend Among us presentation,” said Irby. “Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2025 Legend Among Us honorees. We look forward to seeing you at this dynamic event”
Tickets are $50 per person. To RSVP or for details, send an email to jasonirbyinnovationfoundation@gmail.com.
Ole Miss names locals to honor roll
The University of Mississippi announced students named to the fall 2024 Honor Roll lists.
CHANCELLOR’S HONoR ROLL
The following local students were named to the Chancellor’s Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.75-4.00:
Molly Bohanan, of Stuttgart, in the Pharm.D. (Doctor of Pharmacy) program.
Hagan Hord of Stuttgart in the Bachelor of Science in integrated marketing communications program.
Abigail Hornbeck of White Hall in the Bachelor of Science in forensic chemistry program.
Matthew Stark of Lake Village in the Bachelor of Science in exercise science program.
Abby Stratton of Stuttgart in the Bachelor of Arts in allied health studies program.
Kenneth Tonos of Lake Village in the Bachelor of Arts in political science program.
Amelia Ward of Monticello in the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism program.
Dean’S HONOR ROLL
This student was named to the Dean’s Honor Roll, which is reserved for students who earn a semester GPA of 3.50-3.74:
Henry Potter of Lake Village in the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program.