June 8, 2026

UAMS Dental Hygiene Program Offers Free Summer of Smiles Clinic for Children on June 15

Ben Boulden

More than 70 children received preventative care at two Summer of Smiles clinics.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Dental Hygiene is offering a free Summer of Smiles clinic June 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Freeway Medical Tower, 5800 W. 10th St., Suite 501.


June 4, 2026

UAMS Physician Assistant Program Welcomes Class of 2028 at White Coat Ceremony

Ben Boulden

The PA Class of 2028 gather for a group photo following the white coat ceremony that officially inaugurates their course of study.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Physician Assistant Studies program formally welcomed its newest cohort during a May 22 white coat ceremony, marking the official entry of the Class of 2028 into the 28-month program. Held before a standing-room-only crowd of family, friends, faculty, and supporters, the ceremony celebrated both the students’ achievements…


May 29, 2026

From Student to Teacher: CHP Alumni Return to Shape the Next Generation of Students

Ben Boulden

Cherika Robertson, left, Aaron Woodall and Lesley Jones are three of the graduates who have come back to the UAMS College of Health Professions to teach.

For some graduates of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Health Professions (CHP), their UAMS journey doesn’t end at commencement. Sometimes the past student becomes today’s teacher. After working in their careers outside the university, nearly half of the college’s core faculty have returned to UAMS’ classrooms, labs, and clinical training…


May 27, 2026

College of Health Professions Celebrates Graduates, Strong Growth at Commencement

Ben Boulden

With diplomas in hand, new graduates of the College of Health Professions class of 2026 prepare to exit the Statehouse Convention Center after the commencement ceremony.

The College of Health Professions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) celebrated its largest graduating class, adding about 100 students in the Class of 2026 when compared to last year.


May 21, 2026

UAMS Installs New Turf Volleyball Court in West Campus Courtyard

Ben Boulden

Physician Assistant Studies students play volleyball on the new court surface..

Students at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) now have a new place to unwind and stay active, following the installation of an artificial turf volleyball court on the west side of campus.


May 15, 2026

UAMS Project SEARCH Celebrates Growth, Opportunity at 2026 Graduation

Ben Boulden

Applause, laughter, and heartfelt reflections filled the room May 7 as the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) honored seven graduates of its Project SEARCH program.

Applause, laughter, and heartfelt reflections filled the room May 7 as the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) honored seven graduates of its Project SEARCH program.


April 14, 2026

MVP for April — Pedro Demeritte

Ben Boulden

Pedro Demeritte, MVP for April 2026

Meet Pedro Demeritte, the university’s MVP for April, who is a pharmacy specialist and patient care technician in Stem Cell/Transplant.


March 5, 2026

Call for Nominations: Distinguished Alumnus Award

Ben Boulden

Craig Gilliam holds the 2026 Distinguished Alumnus Award.

The UAMS College of Health Professions is now accepting nominations for the Distinguished Alumnus Award, which recognizes CHP graduates who have achieved extraordinary distinction in their careers and made meaningful contributions to their profession, community, and/or the College.


New MLS Extended Program Seeks to Fill the Gap in Rural Medical Laboratories

Ben Boulden

MLS Extended students get hands on training in affiliated hospitals while taking UAMS classes online, helping to fill positions in small and rural hospitals.

A silent hiring crisis exists in the medical laboratories of rural, small-town hospitals in Arkansas and nationwide, and a new program in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ (UAMS) College of Health Professions seeks to help. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, unfilled positions in all medical laboratories average 7-10%, but in rural…


Katy Warren Looks Back on More than 50 Years at UAMS

Ben Boulden

Katy Warren, left, joined UAMS more than 55 years ago and is still teaching in the Department of Dental Hygiene in the College of Health Professions.

Even half a century can seem to pass quickly when you stay as busy and as professionally engaged as Katy Warren.



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