Policy Solutions Challenge USA is a national competition among teams of students from U.S. schools of public policy, public affairs and public administration to develop innovative solutions to the most important policy problems facing the country. These students represent the next generation of skilled policy analysts, prepared by the schools of public policy, public affairs…
Read MoreStudents Reflect on Martin Luther King Day Events
In this week following the commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Clinton School students reflect on a few events in which they participated, and why the topics of peace making, community building, and passion for leaving the world in a better place than you found it, extends beyond the 24 hours of MLK Day. This piece was written by students Akaylah Jones and Katherine Brown, with photos by Michael Watson
Read MoreGiving at Graduation – A National Model for High Schools, Colleges and Universities
In recent years the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service has practiced “Giving at Graduation.” Each year we select a local organization and encourage our students and graduation attendees to bring items for that organization.
Read MoreStudents Reflect on Attending CGI 2015
One of the most unique things about volunteering at the CGI Annual Meeting is the fact that six students assigned to the same team can have six completely different experiences. While we were all prepared to show up ready to work hard for the duration of the four day meeting, we were surprised by the opportunities that we had to share the same space as business leaders, philanthropists, social innovators, and even celebrities!
Read MoreRecommended Reading List from the Clinton School Class of 2017
For the tenth consecutive year, students at the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service have compiled a list of books they recommend others read. ”This always interesting and diverse book list has become a much anticipated tradition here at the Clinton School,” said Clinton School Dean Skip Rutherford.
Read More5 Myths about Africa – #5: ‘Africans are begging for help, so they’ll love our solution’
In America, we are often bombarded with campaigns from non-profit organizations asking for donations to help with some dire cause in Africa. Many of these organizations are doing a lot of good, but there are a number of projects that seem promising from the outside, but actually have unintended negative consequences.
Read MoreStudents to Complete 10 Public Service Projects in Arkansas
Ten teams of students from the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service will complete public service projects in partnership with public agencies, community initiatives, academic ventures, and nonprofit organizations across Arkansas during the 2015-2016 academic year.
Read MoreAnnouncing the Class of 2017
The new students, some of whom will be pursuing concurrent degrees in business administration, law, and public health, represent the school’s eleventh class. Since the enrollment of its first class in 2005, the Clinton School has grown steadily and has attracted students from all over the country, from more than 40 countries, and over 200 different colleges and universities. The new class of 2017 includes students from 14 states and 9 countries.
Read MoreProgress of participants seen as highlight of 2015 Social Entrepreneurship Boot Camp
Elston Forte came to the 2015 Social Entrepreneurship Boot Camp with a lot of passion. He left with a lot of focus.
Read MoreStudent Tshering Yudon Leads Networking Mapping Initiative for a Women’s Business Training Program
Second-year student Tshering Yudon spent four months at Vital Voices Global Partnership as a McLarty Global Fellow. Yudon spent an additional three months compiling and enhancing her research on the structure, characteristics, dynamics, and value of women’s business networks.
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