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UAMS has certain social media policies and guidelines in place for our institution.

Our mission is to create & strengthen academic pathways & develop strategic workforce partnerships across the state that broaden access to UAMS’ academic programs & increase the health care workforce. To see a full list of guidelines and terms of use, go to http://uamshealth.com/socialmediaguidelines.

09/25/2026

Save the Date! ❤️

UAMS Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships is proud to highlight the impact of programs like the Arkansas Delta Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) as we prepare for UAMS Day of Giving on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

Through HCOP, scholars gain meaningful exposure to health careers, college preparation, professional development and hands-on learning experiences that help them envision and prepare for their futures in healthcare.

As one program evaluation finding noted, “Healthcare exposure was the academy’s most distinctive and consistently praised feature.”

For 24 hours, UAMS Day of Giving will celebrate the power of philanthropy and the people and programs helping move UAMS forward. Mark your calendar and join us in supporting opportunities that help students explore pathways, build skills and prepare for the next step in their educational and career journeys.

Official Day of Giving link:
https://giving.uams.edu/uams-day-of-giving/

09/17/2026

Today, Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships was excited to participate in the UAMS ASG Student Resource Fair and Constitution Day celebration!

Nicholas Pettus, Program Manager for Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships, connected with students and shared information about educational and career pathways in health care.

Hosted by Campus Life and Student Support Services, the event gave students an opportunity to explore campus resources, learn about student organizations and volunteer opportunities, register to vote, and connect with departments from across UAMS.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table! We enjoyed meeting you and helping you explore pathways toward your future in health care.

09/02/2026

Skills today. Possibilities tomorrow. 🌟

Through the UAMS Pathways to Possibilities Workforce Development Program, Academic Pathways & Workforce Partnerships was proud to partner with Immerse Arkansas to deliver an engaging series of career-readiness workshops for young adults.

Participants gained practical tools through:

🤝 Networking 101: Building Strong Professional Connections
💵 Money Matters: Mastering Personal Finance Basics
💬 The Art of Professional Communication

Through interactive discussions and hands-on activities, participants learned how to build meaningful professional relationships, communicate effectively, understand workplace conflict styles, manage income, create a budget and take confident steps toward their personal and career goals.

This partnership reflects the UAMS mission to improve the health, health care and well-being of Arkansans. By bringing education into the community and helping young adults develop skills, confidence and greater stability, we are building pathways toward meaningful employment, stronger communities and brighter futures.

Thank you to Immerse Arkansas for partnering with us to create opportunities that help young adults learn, grow and thrive!

Learn more about Immerse Arkansas: https://immersearkansas.org/

08/13/2026

🌟 Two Internships, One Great Story! 🌟

We are proud to highlight the work of two talented interns! During her internship with the UAMS Office of Communications and Marketing, Khi had the opportunity to write a feature story about Kyndall’s internship experience with the UAMS Sterile Processing Department.

The story gives readers an inside look at Kyndall’s hands-on experience and the important role the Sterile Processing Department plays in supporting safe, high-quality patient care at UAMS.

Congratulations to Khi on her published story and to Kyndall on a meaningful internship experience!

Read the full story here: https://news.uams.edu/2026/08/13/intern-gets-up-close-look-at-uams-sterile-processing-department/

08/03/2026

🎓 Celebrating Achievement at Health Career University! 🎓

The UAMS Department of Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships proudly celebrated the accomplishments of our Preparing for the Profession: PMSS Scholars during the Health Career University Closing Ceremony on July 30, 2026.

The celebration featured inspiring remarks from Dr. Shanea Nelson and Dr. Brian Gittens, along with special reflections from PMSS Scholars Sophie Le, Jaiadhi Kumar, Asiah Bohanan, and Janet Reyes. Scholars were also recognized during the presentation of certificates by Dr. Shanea Nelson and Mr. Nick Pettus.

We are incredibly proud of our PMSS scholars and excited to see where their continued commitment to education and the health professions will take them next. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement! ❤️🎉

07/09/2026

Proud to share these special moments from the HCOP Summer Bridge Academy Closing Ceremony! Thank you to UAMS Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships and Southern Arkansas University for supporting our scholars as they prepare for their freshman year and future healthcare careers. 💙✨

07/07/2026

HCOP Scholars experienced an exciting day of hands-on learning at UAMS!

The Health Careers Opportunity Program participated in “Acute Care Essential: A Clinical Simulation for Future Health Professionals” at the UAMS Centers for Simulation Education.

Scholars engaged in clinical simulation activities, including compressions, ventilation, intubation, case studies, suturing/stop the bleed, ultrasound basics, and more. They also heard from UAMS leaders, participated in a student panel, and toured with the College of Medicine Admission Office.

This experience gave our future health professionals a meaningful look into acute care, medical education, and the skills needed to serve in healthcare. We are grateful to the UAMS Department of Anesthesiology, Centers for Simulation Education, College of Medicine Admission Office, and Academic Pathways & Workforce Partnerships for supporting this opportunity.

06/25/2026

Celebrating the Future of Medicine!

The Department of Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships proudly welcomed our Health Career University (HCU) Pre-Medical Summer Scholars during the Opening Ceremony and White Coat Presentation.

The ceremony featured a special welcome from Dr. Brian Gittens, Vice Chancellor of the UAMS Office of Human Resources, video greetings from Honorable Mayor Frank Scott of the City of Little Rock, and introductory remarks from Dr. Shanea Nelson, Executive Director of Academic Pathways and Workforce Partnerships.

Scholars also received an inspiring program overview from Dr. Antonia Bannister and learned about the significance of the white coat from Ms. Bianca Rochelle and Mr. Nick Pettus.

A special thank you to Assistant Dean Sharanda Williams of the UAMS College of Medicine for delivering the keynote address, “Commitment to Excellence,” encouraging our scholars to lead with purpose, dedication, and determination.

Congratulations to our HCU Pre-Medical Summer Scholars! This is only the beginning of an exciting journey toward medicine, leadership, and service. 🥼❤️

06/16/2026

💰 Level Up Your Money, Level Up Your Future! 💰

Our HCOP Summer Bridge Scholars at Southern Arkansas University–Magnolia took an important step toward financial independence during an engaging Financial Literacy Workshop facilitated by Kimberly Marshall, Consultant with Unified CDC, Inc.

During Session I: "Level Up Your Money: Life After High School," scholars explored essential financial skills every recent graduate needs, including budgeting, banking, credit, and making smart financial decisions.

In Session II: "The Next Level: Earning, Saving & Building Wealth," students expanded their knowledge by learning strategies for earning income, saving intentionally, investing wisely, and building long-term financial security.

Financial literacy is a critical component of success in college and beyond. We are grateful to Kimberly Marshall and Unified CDC, Inc. for equipping our scholars with practical tools and knowledge that will empower them to make informed financial decisions throughout their educational and professional journeys.

06/11/2026

🩺✨ Exploring the Future of Healthcare! ✨🩺

Our 2026 HCOP Summer Bridge Academy scholars had an incredible day at UAMS exploring healthcare careers through interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and tours of the College of Pharmacy, NICU, and Department of Neuroscience.
A special thank you to Mr. Wille Hicks (College of Pharmacy), Dr. Billy Thomas (NICU), Dr. Erica Malone (Department of Neuroscience), and Dr. Dechantria D. Wallace, who led an engaging Time Management Workshop, for investing in and inspiring our future healthcare professionals.

💙 Experiences like these help our scholars envision the limitless possibilities within healthcare. The future is bright!

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4301 W Markham, #625
Little Rock, AR
72205

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Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

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https://partnerships.uams.edu/

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