UAPB Friday Feature News Digest | May 29, 2026 | | #UAPB | #UAPBDearMother | #1TEAM1ROAR | #UAPB1873 | | UAPB Chancellor Dr. Anthony Graham Speaks in Support of the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act | |
UAPB Alumnus Michal David Harris Builds Bridges for Arkansas Communities | |
Michal David Harris, a University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) alumnus, has received the Founding Dean David Pryor Public Service Award for the Clinton School Online program.
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Commander Corey Doolitle, UAPB Alumnus, Selected for Promotion to Captain in the United States Navy
Commander (Captain Select) Corey Doolittle, MSC, USN, an alumnus of UAPB, has been selected for promotion to the rank of Captain (O-6) in the United States Navy.
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UAPB Hospitality Student Semiyah Smith Named National Scholarship Recipient
Semiyah Smith, a student of hospitality and tourism management at UAPB, was recently named a recipient of the Pathways to Success Scholarship and Professional Development Program.
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Southwest Arkansas Small Farms Conference Empowers Producers and Strengthens Rural Communities
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The 2026 Southwest Arkansas Small Farms Conference, held April 30 at Hempstead Hall on the campus of the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana, brought together around 80 producers, landowners and agricultural partners from across the region.
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UAPB Celebrates Christmas in May During Annual Business Expo
UAPB celebrated Christmas in May during the 37th Annual Business Expo on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Hosted by the Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce, the event was held at the Pine Bluff Convention Center in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.
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UAPB's Third Annual Juneteenth in the Bluff
Set for June 19, 2026
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We are proud to announce the official musical lineup for Juneteenth in the Bluff 2026! This year we are bringing:
- Lakeside
- Nellie "Tiger" Travis
- Urban Mystic
- CitiLimitz
They are all taking the stage. This is the one you do NOT want to miss. Tell the family and mark your calendars.
Visit www.juneteenthinthebluff.com for all of the details.
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Intergenerational Garden Project at UAPB Builds Food Security and Community Connections
Community members are learning how to grow, maintain and harvest crops through an intergenerational collaboration.
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From Blog to Broadcast: UAPB Launches Innovative AI-Powered Weekly News Podcast Featuring Legend & Reign
UAPB is introducing a new way to stay connected to campus news and storytelling. From the Yard: The UAPB News podcast is a weekly AI-generated podcast featuring co-hosts Legend and Reign, who recap the latest stories, highlights, achievements, and announcements featured on the official UAPB News Blog. Click to learn more
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UAPB Nutrition Expert Highlights Health Benefits of Smoothies
Smoothies are a convenient and nutrient-dense way to support overall health and wellness, according to Rachel L. Luckett, family and consumer sciences coordinator for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program at UAPB.
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When Fertilization is Appropriate for Fishing Ponds
One of the many characteristics landowners can manipulate with their ponds is water fertility. Done correctly, fertilization can boost fish abundance, growth rates and maximum size, Scott Jones, small impoundment Extension specialist at UAPB said.
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1890 Center of Excellence Student Success and Workforce Development 5th Annual Spring 2026 Symposium Held at UAPB
UAPB welcomed the 1890 Center of Excellence Workforce Development Spring 2026 Symposium to campus with eleven of the 1890 Universities in attendance. Kudos to the SAFHS team for an excellent event. Click this link to learn more
| | UAPB/AM&N Alumni Announcements | |
Registration for UAPB/AM&N National Alumni Association Summer Conference Closes on June 6...Register Today!
The UAPB/AM&N National Alumni Association Summer Conference is scheduled for June 25-28, 2026. Registration closes on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Once registration is completed, you will receive a confirmation email with the information to reserve your hotel room.
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37th Southern Heritage Classic Game Tickets Now Available
Golden Lions,
The countdown is on.
Get ready for the Southern Heritage Classic Weekend, September 11–13, 2026, as the Black & Gold returns to Memphis in a major way! The 2026 matchup is a highly anticipated rematch of last year’s back-and-forth battle, where the UAPB Golden Lions secured a 24–20 victory over Alcorn State.
Purchase your game tickets and pull up to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium to cheer on the Golden Lions as they defend their SHC title—rocking and swaying with M4 all game long.
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See you at the Westin!
For the 2026 Southern Heritage Classic, the official UAPB host hotel is The Westin Beale Street Memphis, located in downtown Memphis. The hotel serves as the central hub for the UAPB 901 Takeover, the weekend of September 9–14, 2026.
| | #UAPBFootball: Golden Lions Announce 2026 Football Slate Highlighted by Homecoming and Classic Matchups | | |
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions have officially announced their 2026 football schedule, highlighted by five home contests, two premier classic appearances, homecoming at Simmons Bank Field, and a nationally televised matchup against an SEC opponent.
The 2026 slate promises an exciting fall for Golden Lion fans, beginning in Week 0 on Saturday, August 29, when UAPB hosts Morehouse College in the Natural State Kickoff Classic at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas. The matchup marks a celebratory return to the capital city and continues UAPB’s tradition of showcasing Golden Lions football on a premier stage in the state. Click to read more
| | Opportunities for UAPB Students | | UAPB Is Encouraging Registration for the Summer and Fall 2026 to Support Student Momentum | |
- FIRST SUMMER SESSION 2026 starts June 1, 2026
- SECOND SUMMER SESSION 2026 starts July 6, 2026
| | FAFSA for 2026-27 Now Available! | | |
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-27 academic year is now live. Filing the FAFSA is the gateway to the largest source of funding for higher education, including federal grants, loans and work-study. It’s also required for most state and institutional aid, even for families who don’t think they’ll qualify.
All U.S. citizen college students are required to complete the FAFSA each year.
CLICK THIS LINK TO VISIT THE FAFSA WEBSITE
| | | First-time freshman or two-year transfer student, here is the path to graduating in four years with a bachelor's degree. | | | Scholarships for Students | | |
Available for UAPB Students: Scholarship Universe
Scholarship Universe is an online platform that matches students with vetted internal and external scholarships based on their personalized profiles, helping them save time and avoid scams. Students answer questions to find, track, and apply for relevant merit- and need-based opportunities.
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USDA 1890 National Scholars Program
The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is open to high school seniors entering their freshman year of college and to rising sophomores and juniors. For any questions regarding the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program, please contact: Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement
USDA 1890 Programs 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Stop 0601 Washington, DC 20250
Email: 1890init@usda.gov. Click this link to learn more.
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