UARK Leaders is the university's leadership development program designed to develop a diverse group of university leaders who will work together to ensure the success of the university's mission, vision and values. This is a cohort based program that is comprised of about 20 participants - both faculty and staff. The participants are nominated and go through an interview process. The program generally runs from October to April. 

The Supervisor Development Program is designed to equip new supervisors from across the University of Arkansas with the skills, mindset, and strategies needed to lead effectively.

This cohort-based program consists of 5 interconnected in-person sessions over 10 weeks, each building on key leadership principles. 

Employees are provided numerous opportunities for professional development through human resources.  The Employee Development Program houses hundreds of available trainings on leadership development, soft skills, technical skills, and more throughout the year! 

Full-time employees at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville are eligible for a significant reduction in tuition and fees for either undergraduate or graduate programs. Learn more about this benefit on the employee tuition benefit page.

The Office for Faculty Affairs provides professional development opportunities and collaborates with other units on campus to offer mentoring workshops, leadership development programs, research and teaching camps, and more.