Making Sense of College Savings Accounts: A Q&A on 529s, Coverdells and Custodial Accounts

Ouachita finance professor Chris Brune compares 529 plans, Coverdells and custodial accounts — and explains how to match the account to your family’’s situation.

Seven tips as you search for private scholarships

If you're looking for more scholarship money that will help you cover the costs of college, read this seven tips to help with a great source for families and students.

Keeping Kids Safe in the Digital World: What Every Parent Should Know

Since October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, now is the perfect time to talk about something that matters to all of us: keeping our kids safe online.

Why I Chose Ouachita's M.A. in Counseling

Never in a million years would I have dreamed that I would be going back to school at this stage in my life. If you're considering this path, know this: you don’t have to have it all figured out. You just need to take the next faithful step. For me, that step was Ouachita — and I’m grateful I took it.

Engineering Q&A

We sat down with Dr. Norm Pumphrey, one of the professors in our physics and engineering department, to talk about what he’s excited about in the engineering program.

Special delivery

May 13, 2019, was the first time I received mail. Ever.

Developing students' leadership potential

Dreamy apartment life (or not)

Warning: Everything you are about to read is completely true. Lovers of cooking should keep scrolling. Gordon Ramsey, please forgive me.

Moving to college: Tips for out-of-state students

Moving in to your first college dorm is a very exciting time! However, it can come with many questions and challenges. This can be even harder if you’re moving to Arkadelphia from out of state and need to pack everything you might need for an entire year in one trip – yikes!

Six things freshmen should know before starting college

Hello friends! I thought I would shed some light on what I’ve learned since being a freshman in college ...

Where to Start When You're Saving for College

Ouachita finance professor Chris Brune on why the first step in college planning isn't a 529 — it's deciding what you want the money to accomplish.

Is AI Replacing Graphic Design Jobs?

Will artificial intelligence make graphic designers obsolete? That’s a common question we hear from prospective students and their parents — and it’s a fair one. AI can generate a logo or a flyer in seconds, so it’s natural to wonder whether a graphic design degree still leads to a real career.

Setting Your Student Up for Success

The transition to college life can be intimidating for any new student. It’s a time that brings greater responsibilities and independence, and it’s also one that comes with new, exciting opportunities. Still, it’s important to ready your student for the journey ahead.

Cybersecurity Q&A: Scott Anderson

Scott Anderson recently joined Ouachita’s faculty as an instructor of cybersecurity, a program launching in Fall 2025. I visited with Scott to learn more about cybersecurity and how Ouachita’s program will prepare students for careers in the industry.

You trust me to do what?

If there’s one thing life at Ouachita has taught me, it’s that sometimes, people trust you to do things you never imagined yourself being capable of. From directing major events to handling social media for campus spectacles, my Ouachita journey has been a rollercoaster of challenges and growth.

Tips to make the most of Early Registration

Early Registration (ER) is a key step in becoming a Ouachita Tiger. If you’re new to Ouachita – or just new to this experience – here are some helpful tips to make the most of ER:

Finding inspiration, opportunity and friendship in the Hickingbotham School of Business

Attending Ouachita after high school graduation was my dream for as long as I can remember. I have grown up listening to my mom talk about her Ouachita college days, and I watched as my brother, Chandler, fell in love with the school too.

Dear Future Freshman ...

I loved my freshman experience at Ouachita, and there’s not a lot that I would change. During that year, I grew closer to the Lord as I navigated through new friendships, experiences and challenges.

Small town, shmall town

Growing up in North Little Rock, Ark., I was concerned about moving to a small town like Arkadelphia. Will I ever get out of my room? What would I do on the weekends?

What NOT to buy

When I was about to move in as a freshman at Ouachita, I was overprepared and overwhelmed. I got sucked into buying all the things I thought I would need and wound up with more clutter than space.