A Free Ride
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Scholarships and grants can pave your way to independence
The Write Stuff
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Create an amazing personal essay
College Countdown
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
What you can do to prepare for college as your high-school days tick down.
Been There, Done That
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Real Advice from College Undergrads
You Are Forgiven
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Deciphering student loans can help you save money.
Essential Study Skills
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Solid study skills are a must for college success.
Making the Switch
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Adjusting to college is tricky. Here are some issues you might face and tips for dealing with them.
No Money, No Problem
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Score cash for school
What Kind of College is Right for You?
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Take our quick and easy quiz to help you narrow down your school choices.
Test-taking Time
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2007
Get the best score possible on the ACT and SAT.
The Next Step for Arkansas' Future
Arkansas Next - 6/23/2007
The state's high school education programs are changing. Learn about the next SmartCore curriculum and how it can work for you.
Maximizing Potential
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
Blake Rutherford sees potential in the city of Little Rock and the state.
First Impressions Matter
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
If you’re a job candidate, you will be judged by your attire and demeanor.
Landing Your First Job
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
In today's job market, job security means developing skills that will enable you to adapt to changing situations and pursue new opportunities.
Lifelong Learners
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
Katrina and Jeremy Owoh bring thirst for knowledge to their work.
Dress for Success
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
When in doubt, go conservative for your interview.
'Be Persistent'
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
Jennifer Pierce brings her communications skills to Heifer and the world.
Build Relationships, Build a Future
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
In central Arkansas, networking opportunities are all around.
The Real World
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
Graduating from college means independence, but with that independence comes financial responsibility.
Pay It Forward
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
If you get a diploma or certificate in certain high-demand technical fields, the state of Arkansas is willing to help take the load off.
First Impressions Matter
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
As a job candidate, you will be judged by your attire and demeanor.
The Skills Companies Seek
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
You can tailor your resume, cover letter and interview dialogue to show that you possess commonly desired skills.
Talking Your Way Into a Job
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
Preparing yourself for the job interview starts long before you get the call asking you to come in.
Make Yourself Heard
Arkansas Next - 2/13/2007
Employment, finances, the cost of education, health care, voting rights, war and peace ¡ª the decisions your leaders make on such fundamental issues will shape your future, which is why it's important to exercise your right to vote.
Maumelle Growing Strong
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 1/1/2007
Maumelle’s growth — the population is about 13,000 — doesn’t mean the city has lost its original goal of being a comfortable and safe community with easy access to the capital city.
Earn While You Learn
Arkansas Next - 1/1/2007
Co-op programs introduce students to the workplace.
Downtown Alive and Well
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
While physical sprawl is well and alive in Little Rock, the heartbeat of the city is still strong downtown.
River Market District Anchors Downtown LR
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
The River Market District is the place to enjoy for locals and visitors alike.
Benton, Bryant Seeing Tremendous Growth
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Just 30 miles southeast of Little Rock, Benton and its sister city, Bryant, are enjoying tremendous growth.
Cabot Works to Keep Neighborly Appeal
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Cabot works hard to keep its neighborly appeal.
Meet the Neighbors: North Little Rock
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Martha “Claire” Haun, registered nurse and owner of Creative Health Resources LLC, and husband Warren Scott Haun, share their experiences living in North Little Rock.
Conway Stays Young at Heart
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
With three universities, Conway stays young at heart and continues to thrive.
Culinary Delights
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Central Arkansas holds its own when it comes to great cooking — home-style or fine dining.
Central Arkansas Boasts Variety of Tourist Attractions
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
With a renowned presidential library, art-filled galleries and museums and numerous theaters, residents of central Arkansas never lack entertainment.
Central Arkansas Offers Plenty of Educational Choices
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Educational choices are plentiful in central Arkansas.
Central Arkansas Offers First-rate Health Systems
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Central Arkansans don't have to travel far, as quality health care is right around the corner.
Historic Hillcrest Offers Neighborhood Feel
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Homes are nestled in softly curved, sloping streets lined with old trees.
Calling Jacksonville Home Base
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Positioned between the growing cities of North Little Rock and Cabot, the city of 30,000 has served as home for more than half a century for Little Rock Air Force Base.
Meet the Neighbors: Conway
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Steve Owens, assistant general manager of Broadcast Services for the University of Central Arkansas, and his wife, Megan, describe living and raising their children Peyton and Cameron in Conway.
Meet the Neighbors: Little Rock
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
David Boling, lawyer for Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, and wife, Mine, describe their experience living in Little Rock.
Midtown Offers a Mix of Residential, Commercial Property
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Conventional local wisdom will question where midtown begins and ends.
North Little Rock Flourishes
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Major development projects have made North Little Rock a central Arkansas hot spot.
Quapaw Quarter Offers Diverse Living Experience
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Residents are as diverse as the home styles.
Riverdale Offers Riverside Living
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Riverdale is a patchwork of residential and commercial areas and is dotted with parks and soccer fields popular with locals.
West Little Rock Keeps Growing
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Unprecedented growth during the past decade has expanded Little Rock westward, and there’s no sign of it slowing down anytime soon.
Central Arkansas Has Something for Everyone
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 11/20/2006
Scenic parks, hiking trails and abundant wildlife keep the outdoor enthusiasts active, while sporting events and downtown sites provide fun for every member of the family.
Tips for Completing a Winning Job Application
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Filling out a job application isn’t rocket science. But there’s a lot more to a job application than just spelling your name correctly. Think of it as your ticket to getting an interview.
7 Hot Industries Serve Up Cool Jobs
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Admit it: You want to stay in Arkansas after you graduate. Check out a list of seven hot industries in the state.
Test-taking Time
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Improving your SAT and ACT scores could help secure acceptance, course placement and scholarship money at the college of your choice.
Time Flies
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Prioritizing, organizing and budgeting your time for school, work, and social activities can help you stay focused.
Budgeting in the Real World
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Examining your monthly income and expenses is key to financial independence.
The College Countdown
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
If you're planning to attend college, start preparing in high school.
Price of Independence
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Attending an in-state school can save you money.
Dorm Room Must-haves
Arkansas Next - 11/2/2006
Moving into a dorm room requires serious planning—and shopping.
ROTC Provides Training, Scholarships for College Students
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2006
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, or ROTC, provides training and scholarship money for college students.
What's Next? (Publisher's Note)
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2006
As you start thinking about your future, we want you to give Arkansas a chance.
Prescription For Success: UAMS Offers First-rate Medical Program
Arkansas Quest - 10/1/2006
If you're considering a career in the medical profession, there are several options in-state, including a first-rate medical school program at UAMS.
Acting on Big Dreams
Arkansas Quest - 10/1/2006
Two-year colleges give students more bang for their buck.
Shooting for the Top
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2006
Most four-year public and private universities comprise several colleges or schools of study, such as business, communications, engineering and education.
A Hands-on Degree
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2006
If you already know what kind of job you want and are ready to enter the job force, then a one-year technical institute may be the place for you.
Learning on the job
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2006
An apprenticeship is the best of both worlds: hands-on training and a real salary.
Mastering the Fundamentals
Arkansas Next - 10/1/2006
Take your education to the next level by enrolling in a graduate school program to earn a master's degree.
How to Go to School for Free
Arkansas Next - 9/1/2006
The state provides key sources for scholarships and grants. With the right combination, your education can be free, or at least a lot less expensive.
Career Tips, Resources Daily on The Ladder
Arkansas Business - 8/23/2006
The Ladder, a new blog aimed at job seekers and young professionals, features helpful hints and other career-related resources daily on Arkansasbusiness.com.
Anchoring Close to Home
Arkansas Next - 6/15/2006
Newsanchor Liz Massey shares her experience entering the broadcast journalism field in Arkansas.
Considering an MBA?
Arkansas Next - 6/15/2006
Ed Bashaw offers advice for graduates considering going back to school to get a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.
On the Ball in Arkansas
Arkansas Next - 6/15/2006
Former Arkansas Razorback basketball player Blake Eddins shares his experience entering the financial services field in Little Rock.
UCA: A Center of Graduate-Level Learning
Arkansas Next - 6/14/2006
Arkansas school provides options for those
seeking a graduate degree.
A Law Degree Gives You Diverse Options
Arkansas Next - 6/14/2006
A law degree opens doors to many opportunities.
Arkansas Blue Cross
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Arkansas Blue Cross and its family of affiliated companies have more than 2,700 employees.
Aflac
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Aflac has a presence in all 50 states and in U.S. territories and has more than 60,000 licensed agents.
Simmons First National Corp.
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
This banking, investment and mortgage firm celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2003, having opened in Pine Bluff on March 23, 1903.
Deltic Timber Corp.
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
This natural resources company grows and harvests timber and manufactures and markets lumber.
Harps Food Stores Inc.
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Harps offers employment opportunities at its Springdale, Ark. corporate office as well as in the field at individual stores.
Murphy Oil Corp.
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
As one of the largest operators in the Gulf of Mexico, El Dorado-based Murphy Oil Corp. markets crude oil and natural gas liquids.
Arkansas Business Publishing Group
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Specializing in niche magazine publishing, Arkansas Business Publishing Group brings together targeted audiences and advertisers that want to reach them.
First Security Bancorp
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
In additon to the 50 First Security Bank locations, First Security Bancorp includes Little Rock-based investment banking affiliate Crews & Associates — as well as affiliates in public finance, real estate development and revitalization, and leasing and mortgage services.
Arkansas Department of Health and Human Services
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
DHHS hires employees with a variety of degrees and backgrounds to work in many different departments.
Beverly Enterprises Inc.
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Beverly currently operates 345 skilled nursing facilities, as well as 18 assisted living centers and 66 hospice and home-care centers.
Dassault Falcon Jet
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Dassault Falcon Jet's completion center in Little Rock is among the best-equipped in the world, has a total of 478,500 SF and employees about 1,500 people whose combined expertise result in world-class jets.
L’Oréal USA
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
L'Oreal offers jobs in research, marketing, engineering, sales, finance and operations, communications, and human resources.
McDonald’s
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
With McDonald's, there are many corporate positions and management positions in individual restaurants. Some of the positions available include accounting, architecture/construction, government relations, human resources, legal, marketing and quality assurance.
Pizza Hut
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
The parent company of Pizza Hut, Yum! Brands, offers a variety of jobs in thousands of locations around the world.
USA Truck
Arkansas Quest - 6/12/2006
USA Truck offers positions in the 48 contiguous states, Ontario, Quebec and Mexico.
Arvest Bank
Arkansas Next - 6/12/2006
Arvest offers many career opportunities in the areas of management, lending, asset management, information technology, audit and communications, as well as banker trainee and leadership development programs.
Family Fun In Central Arkansas
Central Arkansas Newcomers Guide - 6/6/2006
Scenic parks and hiking trails keep the outdoor enthusiasts active, while sporting events and downtown sites provide fun for the whole family.
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