University of Arkansas celebrates local spring 2026 graduates

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The University of Arkansas honored its most recent graduating class with a series of spring commencement ceremonies at Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena.

Local students include:

Samuel Breedlove of Monticello, BA - Bachelor of Arts from Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences;

Hunter Goad of Monticello, BARCH - Bachelor of Architecture from Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design;

Ainsley Kaminicki of Monticello, BSHES - Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Science from Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences;

Jack Nickolson of Monticello, BA - Bachelor of Arts from Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences.

Chancellor Charles Robinson emphasized the significance of this milestone for students and the broader community, "The University of Arkansas awarded more than 7,500 degrees this year, and each one represents years of hard work, personal growth and the promise of new opportunities ahead. Congratulations to our graduates, as well as to the family, friends and mentors whose support helped them reach this milestone. We look forward to seeing all that the Class of 2026 will accomplish and the difference they will make across Arkansas and beyond."