Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is the flagship of the University of Arkansas System. As a land-grant institution, our core mission is to create opportunities for students throughout the state with competitive public education, research, and service. We do this knowing that when our students are empowered to pursue their academic and professional goals, they go on to use their talents to help others and to improve the economic wellbeing of communities throughout Arkansas. As part of the STARS network, we will elevate our commitment to every student in the state by connecting students, families and educators living in smaller towns across Arkansas with pathways and resources that amplify opportunity and increase access to higher education for all.