Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health
February 4, 2026
Amanda L. Golbeck, Ph.D., Participates in Statistics Symposium Panel
Amanda L. Golbeck, Ph.D., enjoyed the opportunity to serve as a panelist during the University of California at Berkeley Statistics Annual Research Symposium. “As an alum, it’s a huge honor to participate in an alumni and friends panel associated with such a prestigious statistics department,” said Golbeck, associate dean for academic affairs at the University…
January 23, 2026
Mick Tilford, Ph.D., Dedicated to Students, Advancing Public Health in State
Mick Tilford, Ph.D., has enjoyed an impactful tenure as faculty in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health.
January 15, 2026
UAMS Researcher Strives to Address Obesity in East Arkansas
Tiffany Miles, Ph.D., a researcher with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Translational Research Institute, wants to understand barriers to addressing obesity and food insecurities in two east Arkansas communities — Marvell and Elaine.
December 30, 2025
Researchers Examine Social Determinants of Health Screening Tools Used at Arkansas Health Facilities
A coalition of researchers, led by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, conducted a survey that examined how Arkansas health care facilities screen for and respond to social determinants of health. Social determinants of health are non-medical factors that influence a person’s health, well-being and quality…
December 19, 2025
UAMS Announces 40 New Full-Tuition Scholarships for Incoming Students in Fall 2026
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) announced today a new initiative for attracting some of the best Arkansas students to UAMS. The program will provide full tuition and fees for 40 exceptional students entering UAMS, including the College of Medicine, with the fall 2026 semester.
December 11, 2025
UAMS Study Reveals Gaps in Obstetric Emergency Preparedness in Arkansas Emergency Departments
LITTLE ROCK — A study from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) finds that while obstetric emergencies are common in Arkansas emergency departments (EDs), many hospitals lack key protocols, training and capabilities needed to manage life-threatening maternal complications. UAMS researchers surveyed managers from 51 EDs, representing 61% of all hospital-based EDs statewide, to…
November 24, 2025
Melissa Yandell, Ph.D., MHA, Enjoys Promoting Health Administration in Arkansas
Melissa Yandell, Ph.D., MHA, enjoys being a faculty member for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health. Yandell is an assistant professor and associate director of operations for the school’s Master of Health Administration program. She’s responsible for recruiting and advising students, teaching courses, serving as chair…
November 17, 2025
College of Public Health Alum Uses Legal System to Advocate for Access to Vaccines
Richard Hughes IV, J.D., MPH, seeks to improve the health of people throughout the nation. A native Arkansan, Hughes strives to reach his goal through advocating for the access and use of approved vaccines. “The way our health care system works regarding coverage for vaccines, the way we fund vaccines, the access to vaccines, there…
November 13, 2025
Barber Connect Addresses Men’s Health and Celebrates Barbershop Talk Program
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Barbershop Talk research team recently hosted its first-ever Barber Connect. The Oct. 27 showcase took place at Little Rock’s Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. It gave barbers who participate in the Barbershop Talk program the chance to network, learn more about…
November 12, 2025
UAMS Researcher Leads $2.2 Million Project Addressing Youth Health in Arkansas
Ann Chou, Ph.D., MPH, professor for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, is leading a $2.2 million community-based study that addresses access to preventive health services for Arkansas’ youth. “We have challenges in our state and the idea is to work toward improving the situation as…
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