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UACCM PN Has Third Straight Year of 100% NCLEX Pass Rate

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  The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) Practical Nursing program has posted a 100% pass rate on the most recent round of NCLEX board exams. This is the third straight year of UACCM PN posting a 100% NCLEX pass rate.   “We are so proud of this outstanding accomplishment,” said UACCM Director of Practical Nursing Angie Moore-Strickland. “This is a testament to the dedication of both our students and our faculty,” she continued.   The total pass percent amongst Arkansas PN programs for 2025 was at 92 percent, with the national average at 86.7 percent.   Additionally, the UACCM pass rate for students seeking associate degrees in nursing programs in 2025 was 96.5 percent, exceeding both the Arkansas average of 85.5 percent and national average of 87.5 percent.   “Our nursing department is committed to excellence in nursing education, and we strive to prepare highly competent, compassionate, and practice-ready nurses,” said...

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Registered Nursing Transitions to Independent Program

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The Registered Nursing program at University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is making big steps towards improving and growing. Beginning in January 2023, Registered Nursing will transition from consortium membership to an in-house program taught exclusively by UACCM faculty.  The program has the prerequisite and initial approval of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN), and will receive full approval and licensure from ASBN before the 2023 class graduates.  “UACCM has grown and is now ready to offer its own RN program,” said Darrell Moore, Dean of Health Professions and Natural Sciences. “UACCM sees this program offering as an opportunity to better serve our students as one in a group of up to 48 UACCM students, rather than one of 300-plus in the consortium.” This transformation will have several benefits for incoming RN students. Having local, UACCM faculty will allow students to have face-to-face instruction and more interaction with educators, as opposed to...

UACCM Named an Opportunity College by Carnegie

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has been designated as a Carnegie Classifications Opportunity College & University (OCU) by the Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education for its leadership in prioritizing both student access and success. “UACCM is extremely proud to receive this recognition and grateful to both the Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education,” said UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg. “This designation is indicative of UACCM’s never-ending commitment to providing students with high quality, relevant, and up-to-date education and training,” Willenberg said. UACCM is one of 60 community colleges nationwide that has earned an OCU designation in Carnegie’s new 2025 Student Access and Earnings Classification. There are 479 OCUs in total, all providing both access to students in the communities they serve and a path to competitive earnings compared to similar workers in their region. These influential mod...

Arkansas Asphalt Pavement Association/Lorie Harris Tudor Endowment Scholarship Established at UACCM

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  The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has established the Arkansas Asphalt Pavement Association/Lorie Harris Tudor Endowment Scholarship.   The endowment is established by former Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) Director Lorie Tudor, along with the Arkansas Asphalt Pavement Association (AAPA), for non-credit workforce training programs, the first-ever endowed scholarship aimed at students in non-credit workforce programs.   “The Arkansas Asphalt Pavement Association/Lorie Harris Tudor Endowment Scholarship is the first of its kind at UACCM,” said UACCM Dean of Workforce Education and Training Dr. Jessica Allred.   “This is the first endowment earmarked for short-term training at UACCM and allows for additional support and opportunities for students,” Allred said.   Tudor presented a personal gift of $20,000, and the AAPA made a $5,000 contribution, making the endowment a total of $25,00...

2025 Links for Learning Results

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 Note: You can view the entire photo album from Links for Learning 2025 online by clicking here . Championship Flight                                                                                 1. First State Bank                                                                                 2. Conway County Farm Bureau                                               ...

UACCM Awards Over 1,000 Degrees

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) held its Commencement Ceremony for the graduating class of 2024-2025 on Saturday. 730 students were awarded approximately 1,074 degrees from the institution.   Of the 730 graduates, 65% are first-generation students, 50% are graduating with a transfer degree to a four-year university, 40% are graduating with a professional or skilled trade, and the other 10% are graduating from a medical professions program, with plans of going straight into the workforce.   99 of the graduates were concurrently enrolled high school students, who graduated both high school and college at the same time.   10 different countries, four states, and 28 Arkansas counties were represented by the 2024-2025 UACCM graduating class.   “My wish for each of you is to serve and empower others in the same spirit of support UACCM strives to exemplify,” UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg told the graduating class.   “As I look out, ...

UACCM Chancellor's Update

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To the incredible UACCM community and constituents, it is my honor and privilege to share the following University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton campus report. Having recently completed the first five years as UACCM Chancellor, I felt a commitment to the campus community and constituents to share UACCM's progress that I hope you find relevant and meaningful. We commonly refer to UACCM as not only a Community College, but also the Community’s College. This has never been more true. There are so many exciting initiatives, projects, opportunities, and pride points from which we draw our energies. While we always strive to be present in our communities sharing our story and successes, I appreciate the opportunity to share this campus update with everyone as we reflect over the past five years at UACCM and prepare for the next five. Our mission is simple: UACCM is committed to excellence in learning and personal enrichment. As such, our vision too is simple. In 2019, my vis...

March Student of the Month: Jordan Buggs

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Jordan is in his second semester of UACCM's Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology degree. When not in class, Jordan works as a Student Ambassador for the UACCM Admissions Office.  After graduation, Jordan plans on becoming a Master Automotive Technician and eventually owning his own shop.  Jordan says he always wanted to pursue a trade career and UACCM was the best fit for him because of the degree options, tuition, and proximity. Jordan says his favorite things about UACCM are the faculty and staff. "They are the most genuine people I have ever met" We asked Jordan if he had any advice for current and future Timberwolves, he said, "Ask for help around campus and you will receive guidance."

UACCM Sees Largest Spring Enrollment Since 2011

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has reported 2,086 students enrolled for Spring 2025. That is a 6.2% increase from Spring 2024, up a total of 121 students.  The increase in spring enrollment is the third consecutive spring of increased enrollment for UACCM and marks the highest spring enrollment in 14 years, dating back to Spring 2011, which saw an enrollment of 2,328.   “I remain humbled with the continued enrollment increases and I cannot thank our communities and families enough for choosing UACCM for its education needs,” said UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg.  UACCM saw its largest growth for the spring semester in concurrent students, jumping 24% from last spring with a total of 783 concurrently enrolled students. Additionally, a growth of 6.3% from Spring 2024 was seen in new students.  A total of 19,462 student semester credit hours (SSCH) was also reported by UACCM for the spring semester.   Willenberg continu...