Announcements
October 12, 2021
Documentary Details Struggle with Opioids in Arkansas
![Johnathan Goree, M.D., is one of two UAMS physicians included in the documentary “7 Days: The Opioids Crisis in Arkansas.”](https://news.uams.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Opioid-Documentary-150x150.jpg)
A documentary dealing with the deadly problem of opioid addiction will premiere Oct. 13 at the 30th annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival. The film, which will be available online the following day, features a pair of UAMS physicians who are all too familiar with the hazards opioids pose to the state.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Updated
The Department of Education recently announced substantial changes to the PSLF Program to make the approval and application process easier for borrowers.
October 7, 2021
‘Light the Night’ Oct. 30 to Benefit Leukemia, Lymphoma Research
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is a sponsor of this year’s “Light the Night” event Oct. 30. The event is hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
October MVP — Randi Brown
![Randi Brown](https://news.uams.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Brown_Randi-MVP-Oct2021-150x150.jpg)
The MVP for October is Randi Brown. An RN in the UAMS Allergy and Immunology Clinic, Randi wonderfully represents the UAMS values of being polite, friendly, respectful, thoughtful, optimistic and compassionate.
First Episode in ‘Stories from the Archives’ Series Now Available Online
The first episode of “Stories From the Archives” is now online and ready for viewing. In the episode, Tim Nutt, director of the UAMS Historical Research Center, discusses some of the artifacts of Dr. George W.S. Ish.
College of Pharmacy Class of 2025 Dons White Coats During Ceremony
![Students from the College of Pharmacy Class of 2025 wait to don their white coats.](https://news.uams.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/COP-white-coat-class-of-2025-09102021-850_3679-150x150.jpg)
The UAMS College of Pharmacy recognized the entering Class of 2025 during its 19th annual White Coat Ceremony. The Arkansas Pharmacists Association has sponsored the event since 2003.
October 6, 2021
CE Event, Oct. 30: UAMS Dermatology Fall Clinical Symposium
The UAMS Department of Dermatology will host the third annual UAMS Dermatology Fall Clinical Symposium via Zoom from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30.
October S.A.F.E. Newsletter Available
The October S.A.F.E. newsletter is available. The subject is the National Disability Awareness Month.
Organizational Development’s Virtual Workshops Scheduled for October
UAMS Organizational Development presents its Virtual Workshop Schedule for October 2021. The workshops are free to all members of Team UAMS.
UAMS Receives Roger Carter Award of Excellence From National Rehabilitation Association
![UAMS was recognized with the Roger Carter Award of Excellence for a Large Employer from the National Rehabilitation Association because of the success of its Project SEARCH program.](https://news.uams.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Roger-Carter-Project-SEARCH-150x150.jpg)
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received the Roger Carter Award of Excellence for a Large Employer from the National Rehabilitation Association during a virtual ceremony today. UAMS was recognized because of the success of its Project SEARCH program, a job-training program that helps young adults with disabilities develop independent living and working skills.
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