 
	
	Arkansas State University and the NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at A-State announced Tuesday the launch of the Freshman to Physician Pathway, a new opportunity for Arkansas students to secure early admission to medical school and begin preparing for careers in healthcare from the first day of college.
 
	
	A Jonesboro fraternity celebrated not only the success of local students on Saturday, but also highlighted those who make a difference in the community.
 
	
	A new construction project on the campus of the Westside Consolidated School District was unanimously approved earlier this week, the district announced Friday.
 
	
	In recognition of both her career and her vision for young children’s education, Jo Ann Nalley received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the annual Fall Faculty Conference at Arkansas State University.
 
	
	The Lake City Fire Department announced its very first Junior Firefighter Program, which will open to area high school students.
 
	
	Dr. Fen Yu has been promoted to vice chancellor for institutional effectiveness, innovation, and strategy at Arkansas State University.
 
	
	Brookland Public Schools, along with city leaders, are working to make sure children are safe and traffic moves smoothly as the first month of the new school year continues.
 
	
	“We look forward to seeing how this Arvest Foundation grant can expand the impact of El Centro’s work and help make a difference in the lives of college students in our community.”
 
	
	A-State is launching a new leadership and entrepreneurship course this semester, bringing top business leaders and changemakers from across Arkansas to campus for conversations on launching, leading and scaling successful ventures.
 
	
	For the new school year, Jonesboro Public Schools is aiming to create connections and improve well-being through its Mental Health Matters initiative.
