Alumni & Friends

Stay connected and support future generations of educators and healthcare professionals.

Dean’s Executive Advisory Board

Meet our Advisory Board

The Dean’s Executive Advisory Board comprises alumni, community partners and other stakeholders to advocate for the college’s vitality, improvement and growth.

Spring 2025 Alumni Award Winners

Alumni Awards

College of Education and Health Professions 2025 Alumni Award winners pose with Dean Kate Mamiseishvili (middle back row). The 2025 awardees are (front row, from left) Nicole A. Wilkins, Julia D. Phelps, Heather Coats, Maureen A. Hartford, Tracy Bair Pate and Kayla D. Scott-Arce; (back row, from left) James Woodworth, Reginald J. Miller, Gary Stark, Dean Kate Mamiseishvili, Brendan I. Cook, Jeremy N. Butler and Josh Vest.

Alumni Awards Celebration

Our alumni awardees represent the best of the best in the fields of education and health.
Each is making a substantial difference through innovative thinking and creativity,
leading by example, and transforming people’s lives with genuine care.

Give

Philanthropic gifts are vital to the College of Education and Health Professions' success. Our vision to conduct impactful research, foster a caring culture, and strengthen engagement in Arkansas communities depends on the generous support of alumni, friends, and corporate partners. Every donation, at any level, expresses gratitude for the exceptional education and transformative experiences we offer. Explore the opportunities below or contact Tracee Norris, the college's managing director of development, at 479-575-6596 or traceen@uark.edu for more information.

WE CARE Strategic Fund

The WE CARE Strategic Plan presents a framework that enables faculty, students, and staff to explore new ideas and partnerships. The Fund provides the resources necessary to grow and evolve in the ever-changing fields of education and health.

Dean’s Excellence Fund

Contributing to the Dean’s Excellence Fund provides resources to support new programs and academic initiatives as opportunities arise. The Fund allow the college to be proactive and nimble as we prepare students for the caring professions.

Other Giving Opportunities

There are many vehicles through which donors can achieve their philanthropic goals. Support can be given outright, pledged over multiple years, or arranged through an estate or planned gift.

Alumni Mentoring Program

Fostering meaningful connections by providing crucial support to students preparing to enter the workforce while strengthening bonds between alumni and the college.

Pictured: Margaret Clark visits with a student

Learn more about the program