Winthrop Rockefeller Institute

05/29/2026

"ACCLA, a statewide initiative of the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute, brings together college students from across Arkansas for a year-long experience focused on civic engagement, leadership development, and public service."

Read more from Southern Arkansas University spotlight on Trinity Foster and Lynn Enzor's time with the 2026 ACCLA cohort. 🗒️

Trinity Foster, a Political Science student, and Lynn Enzor, a Master of Public Administration student, have graduated from the Arkansas Collegiate Civic Leadership Academy (ACCLA)…

05/28/2026

If you're a junior or senior at a four-year university in Arkansas and are interested in applying to be a part of the Class of 2027, visit https://wrinst.org/academy.

ACCLA was founded through the generous support of the McKuin Fund, the Engaged Learning Network, and AT&T Arkansas.

05/27/2026

Meet Scottie Price.

He's from the Petit Jean Mountain area and has spent 19 years growing with the Institute, starting a server and growing to our senior conference planner.

His passion for hospitality, combined with an empathetic and laid-back approach, helps shape meaningful, high-quality experiences for every guest.

From first impression to final moment, we’re crafting experiences that matter. Learn more: https://wrinst.org/meet

05/25/2026

The Institute will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal hours will resume Tuesday, May 26.

05/22/2026

The Civic Arkansas Press and Community Convening will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 12. 📝 🎥

If you're interested in improving access to local news and information, register online at http://wrinst.org/presscommunity.

05/22/2026

The Institute will close today at 2:00 p.m. and reopen on Tuesday, May 26. Please enjoy the holiday weekend!

05/21/2026

Community change takes all of us across generations.

From building relationships with local leaders to encouraging young people to step into civic roles, every conversation and every opportunity helps shape what comes next.

05/19/2026

Meet Kaitlyn Rankin, one of our conference planners.

She's from Perryville, and she brings the same care to events as she does toward tending her garden. 🌱

Kaitlin also enjoys clogging and hanging out with her dog.

Explore the impact our conference services team brings to every experience
wrinst.org/meet

05/18/2026

This quarter's core value was "Do the Right Thing", and we want to say congratulations to our finalists and the winner!

Finalists:
Kaycee Lewis
Marcia Walker
Maddlaine Scanlon
Dani George (Not Pictured)

Winner:
Grant Wray