The University of Arkansas recently celebrated its latest graduating class in ceremonies held at Bud Walton Arena, Barnhill Arena, and Fayetteville Town Center. Over 5,500 students earned their degrees, proudly getting their names engraved on Senior Walk.
Among the graduates were several students from Jonesboro, including:
- Hanin Ahmed, BS in Business Administration
- Abdussamad Akhter, Bachelor of Arts
- Malek Altal, BS in Industrial Engineering Operations Analytics
- William Barre, BS in Agricultural, Food, and Life Sciences
- Caroline Bartels, Bachelor of Science
- Andrew Batson, BS in Business Administration
- Reed Graddy, Juris Doctor
- Ryan Rouse, BS in Biomedical Engineering
- Sophia Pan, Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Emma Terry, Bachelor of Science
- Kevin Zheng, BS in Computer Science
- And many more!
Chancellor Charles Robinson highlighted the importance of graduation not just as an academic milestone but as a celebration of perseverance and support from both families and faculty. He noted, “These students carry the spirit of excellence into their next endeavors.”
The University of Arkansas, established in 1871, offers over 200 academic programs. It stands out for its high research activity, consistently ranking among the nation’s top public universities. In fact, according to the U.S. News & World Report, just 7% of U.S. colleges achieve this level of research, underscoring the university’s commitment to academic excellence.
As graduation day approaches in many universities, a recent survey revealed that 70% of graduates feel optimistic about their futures. This sentiment resonates with a broader trend on social media, where hashtags like #Graduation2025 are trending, showcasing the excitement and pride among graduates.
For those who missed the event, recordings of the ceremonies are accessible here and printed program books can be found online. More details for families and guests are available here.