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Dr. Bill W. Benson
February 19, 2026
A $100,000 gift from Nancy Benson Ward will support future veterinary students at Arkansas State University through the newly established Dr. Bill W. Benson Memorial Scholarship.
Logo for Thrown to the Wolves
February 19, 2026
Arkansas State University’s Delta Center for Economic Development (DCED) will host the fourth annual Thrown to the Wolves competition from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25.
Two people standing together as an award is presented
February 19, 2026
The 24th Annual Delta Awards, in recognition of tourism excellence in Eastern Arkansas, were presented Friday, Feb. 6, at Cooper Alumni Center on campus at Arkansas State University.
Kevin Prater of the Kevin Prater Band 
February 18, 2026
The Kevin Prater Band will perform traditional bluegrass and a variety of acoustic music at the next KASU-FM Bluegrass Monday concert. The show will be on Monday, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m. at the Collins Theatre, 120 West Emerson St. in Paragould.
Jonathan Toma
February 16, 2026
An Arkansas State University student with aspirations for a career in public service will spend his summer at Harvard University, gaining experience to support his future goals.
Dr. Carter G. Woodson
February 13, 2026
In celebration of Black History Month, Arkansas State University Museum welcomes associate professor of history Dr. Gary Edwards as he takes attendees back 100 years to explore the origins of the month.
Lunch counter painting
February 13, 2026
KASU 91.9 FM, the public media service of Arkansas State University, presents “We Shall Overcome,” a photo exhibit honoring the history of Civil Rights Trail sites through the lens of renowned photographer Art Meripol and celebrating Black...
Dr. Calvin White Jr. speaks at Fall Commencement
February 12, 2026
Arkansas State University has announced the list of students who completed degree requirements to graduate at Fall 2025 Commencement.
Cutler holding a snake during her trip to Peru.
February 11, 2026
When Makenzie “Kenzi” Cutler was considering how to approach her semester class project, a documentary, she began thinking beyond the classroom. The college senior set her sights on the Amazon jungle.
Image of Scott Darwin
February 11, 2026
Emeritus Professor of German Dr. Scott Darwin enjoyed a 39-year career with Arkansas State University