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Student Ambassadors are needed at UA-PTC!
A UA - Pulaski Tech Student Activities Ambassador participates in speaking engagements, community outreach, new student orientation, and more. They are involved in the planning, promotion, and implementation of campus events for students, along with encouraging other students to be involved in campus events and leadership activities.
Each Ambassador Receives a Scholarship. Requirements include: a 2.5 GPA and ability to work campus events.
“Yoga on the Yard” set for May 1
The HOSA club invites one and all to "Yoga on the Yard" from 1 to 4 p.m. on May 1. The event offers a midday break for students to de-stress and focus on physical wellness. For more information, contact Health Information Technology Program Director Bryce Miller at bdmiller@uaptc.edu.
Registration opens for summer UA-PTC Youth Technical Science Camps
Registration is now open for the 2026 Youth Technical Science Camps at University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College. Designed for students entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grades, the camps provide hands-on experience in high-demand technical fields. REGISTER HERE.
The camps will run from July 27-30 at the UA-PTC Main Campus in North Little Rock. All courses are led by university faculty and follow a four-day schedule, Monday through Thursday. Prospective campers should act quickly, as space is limited and sessions fill fast. The registration deadline is July 17 at 11:59 p.m.
Camp Details and Schedule
Tuition is $200 per camp. Students have the option to register for a single session or combine a morning and afternoon session for a full-day experience.
- Morning Sessions (8 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Welding, 3D Printing/CNC, and HVAC.
- Afternoon Sessions (12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Welding, Robotics, and Drafting.
Scholarship Information: A limited number of scholarships are available for interested students.
For more information or to inquire about scholarships, contact Katie Gustafson, coordinator of community education, at kgustafson@uaptc.edu or call (501) 812-2200, ext. 3407.
FAFSA and state scholarships offer college funding opportunities
Prioritize your college funding by completing the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid as soon as possible! The application is available online at studentaid.gov.
In addition to federal aid, students should submit the state application for the Academic Challenge Scholarship by July 1 to remain eligible for additional funds that DO NOT require repayment. Interested applicants can visit sams.adhe.edu to complete the process.
The Financial Aid Office is available to assist students in meeting these deadlines and reaching their educational goals. For more information, contact the team at 501-812-2289 or finaid@uaptc.edu.
Registration for Summer/Fall 2026 classes is open!
It’s time to register for classes for the Summer and Fall 2026 semesters! Get the classes you want as soon as they become available and make sure you’re on track to graduate by scheduling an appointment with your adviser!
Schedule an appointment -> https://uaptc.edu/advising
UA-PTC to plant “Liberty Tree” commemorating 250th anniversary of the United States
UA-PTC will join the national Liberty Tree project with a ceremonial tree planting on April 8. The event marks a milestone in the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of the United States.
UA-PTC names Henry-Saorrono vice chancellor for enrollment management
UA-PTC has named Ashley Henry-Saorrono as the permanent vice chancellor for enrollment management and student life.
UA - Pulaski Tech professor named among nation’s top 25 HVACR instructors
Matthew Lemaster, an assistant teaching professor at University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College, has been named one of the top 25 HVACR instructors in the United States.
UA-PTC Art Night and student performance of “Antigone Now” set for April 9
UA-PTC drama student performers present Antigone Now by Melissa Cooper on April 9.
Dr. Seuss classic “The Cat in the Hat” to bring zany mischief to UA – Pulaski Tech April 14
UA-PTC will present "The Cat in the Hat – Live on Stage!" at the CHARTS theater on Tuesday, April 14, at 7 p.m.
Diamond Chef Arkansas 2026 culinary showdown returns April 16
UA-PTC Foundation will host Diamond Chef Arkansas on Thursday, April 16 at the UA-PTC South site at the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute, 13000 Interstate 30 in Little Rock.
2025-26 CHARTS SEASON
Purchase tickets for CHARTS events at uaptc.edu/charts.
4/14 - Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat – Live on Stage!, 7 p.m.
ACUE
At UA-PTC, more than 153 faculty members have improved their teaching practices and have become certified through the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE).