Dr. Eric Prichard, associate professor of psychology, and Dr. Carol Strong, professor of political science, have co-edited and contributed to a new book, “Machiavellianism: Political Strategies, Psychological Dimensions and Societal Influence." Full story:

Noah McClay, a recent graduate of UAM, has received the J. Lee Burke Student Achievement Award for Leadership from the Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity in recognition of his contributions during his time at UAM. Full story:

In the past two years, during her time as an English major at UAM, Destiny Forrest has earned three major national accolades for her literary research. To read the full story, visit UAM News:

University Police Department Officer Barnes received a commendation for saving an infant. To read the full story, visit UAM News:

UAM has been awarded a grant of $800,000 from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council to fund the second phase of a two-part renovation of the Visual and Performing Arts Center. To read the full story, visit UAM News:

The UAM Investment Club has received a $30,000 grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to support the new Student-Managed Investment Fund, an initiative that will allow students to invest in financial markets with real funds. Full story:

The UAM Summer Nights of Jazz event will include concerts 7/16 and 7/17 at 7:30 p.m. in the UAM Band Hall on the first floor of the Visual and Performing Arts Center. Both concerts are free and open to the public.

Attend UAM's fall 2025 class registration event on Monday, July 21, and Tuesday, July 22! For more details and to RSVP:

The University of Arkansas at Monticello will offer a fall 2025 class registration event on Monday, July 21, and Tuesday, July 22, for all new and returning students. For more details and to RSVP:

The Higher Learning Commission has reaffirmed UAM’s accreditation through the 2034-2035 academic year! To read the full story, visit UAM News:

This year's commencement marked a historic milestone for the UAM College of Technology-McGehee, as 238 students graduated, the largest class in the college’s history. The ceremony also honored VC Bob Ware for his distinguished 50-year career. Full story:

IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR SUMMER CLASSES AT UAM! JULY 1 DEADLINE!.Apply today:

UAM is hiring a university police officer. For complete details or to view other UAM job postings, visit

UAM has been named an Opportunity College and University, making it one of only two four-year colleges in Arkansas and among only 16% of colleges/universities nationwide to earn this designation. Details:

The University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-Crossett will hold its commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2025 on Thursday, June 26, at 2 p.m. at the Crossett High School Arena. Doors will open at 1 p.m. Details:

The University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-McGehee will hold its commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2025 on Tuesday, June 24, at 2 p.m. at the Fine Arts Center on the Monticello campus. Doors will open at 1 p.m. Details:

The Music Building at UAM, formerly known as the Fine Arts Building, has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of the building’s architectural and historical significance. Full story:

Benas Matkevicius, UAM alumnus and international scout for the reigning NBA champions, the Boston Celtics, met with Chancellor Peggy Doss this week during a trip to campus. While he is a world traveler, he says visiting Monticello is like coming home.

The Weevil Jumpstart Program at UAM will offer a full campus housing scholarship to eligible first-time freshman students in July 2025 who enroll in six credit hours during the Summer II session as part of the program. More info:

UAM named 300 students to the Dean’s List and 269 students to the Chancellor's List for the spring 2025 semester, according to Keith Chambliss, UAM’s registrar. To see the full lists, visit UAM News: