UAMS Receives Another $1.5 Million from Jackson T. Stephens, Plus Matching $1.5 Million from Donald W. Reynolds Foundation

UAMS Receives Another $1.5 Million from Jackson T. Stephens, Plus Matching $1.5 Million from Donald W. Reynolds Foundation Jackson T. Stephens of Little Rock has made another gift of $1.5 million to UAMS, this time for a second endowed chair in geriatric medicine. The gift will be matched by $1.5 million previously committed to UAMS by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.
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Click Here for Registration Form.* Join the Prostate Cancer Race Walk. Click Here for Registration Form. Join the Prostate Cancer Race Walk. Click Here for Registration Form.* Join the Prostate Cancer Race Walk. Click Here for Registration Form. Defense Department Funds Possible Therapeutic Vaccine for Ovarian Cancer at UAMS Defense Department Funds Possible Therapeutic Vaccine for Ovarian Cancer at UAMS Defense Department Funds Possible Therapeutic Vaccine for Ovarian Cancer at UAMS Defense Department Funds Possible Therapeutic Vaccine for Ovarian Cancer at UAMS Join UAMS/ACRC Team in Race for the Cure®! Join UAMS/ACRC Team in Race for the Cure! Join UAMS/ACRC Team in Race for the Cure®! Join UAMS/ACRC Team in Race for the Cure! UAMS Scientist Receives $272,000 Grant for Tailoring Cancer Treatments with Laser Test UAMS Scientist Receives $272,000 Grant for Tailoring Cancer Treatments with Laser Test UAMS Scientist Receives $272,000 Grant for Tailoring Cancer Treatments with Laser Test UAMS Scientist Receives $272,000 Grant for Tailoring Cancer Treatments with Laser Test Photo Album: Stephens Institute Was a Highlight of Medicine Alumni Reunion Photo Album: Stephens Institute Was a Highlight of Medicine Alumni Reunion Kids First in Fort Smith Celebrated Fourth in Style Kids First in Fort Smith Celebrated Fourth in Style Class of 1948 Dedicates Endowment to Excellence in Education Class of 1948 Dedicates Endowment to Excellence in Education Pharmacy Professor Elected to American College of Clinical Pharmacy Pharmacy Professor Elected to American College of Clinical Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Scientists, Graduate Students Meet at UAMS Pharmaceutical Scientists, Graduate Students Meet at UAMS Stephanie Gardner, Pharm.D., Ed.D., Is Interim Dean of College of Pharmacy Stephanie Gardner, Pharm.D., Ed.D., Is Interim Dean of College of Pharmacy New COPH Survey Research Expert Eager to Develop New Ways of Measuring Public Health New COPH Survey Research Expert Eager to Develop New Ways of Measuring Public Health Ready, Set, Go! UAMS, KATV Launch Get Healthy Arkansas™ UAMS, KATV Launch Get Healthy Arkansas™ UAMS Expands Video Conferences to Improve Cancer Care in South Arkansas SEPT. 10, 2003 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is expanding its video conference network in six counties in south Arkansas to link more local physicians with cancer experts here. UAMS Expands Video Conferences to Improve Cancer Care in South Arkansas SEPT. 10, 2003 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is expanding its video conference network in six counties in south Arkansas to link more local physicians with cancer experts here. UAMS Laser Scientist “Tags” Gold Particle Targets to Kill Breast Cancer Cells SEPT. 10, 2003 \| Vladimir P. Zharov, Ph.D., a biomedical laser research pioneer at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has won a prestigious grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to investigate a new way to kill breast cancer cells using laser radiation and gold nanoparticles. UAMS Laser Scientist “Tags” Gold Particle Targets to Kill Breast Cancer Cells SEPT. 10, 2003 \| Vladimir P. Zharov, Ph.D., a biomedical laser research pioneer at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has won a prestigious grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to investigate a new way to kill breast cancer cells using laser radiation and gold nanoparticles. UAMS Laser Scientist “Tags” Gold Particle Targets to Kill Breast Cancer Cells SEPT. 10, 2003 \| Vladimir P. Zharov, Ph.D., a biomedical laser research pioneer at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has won a prestigious grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to investigate a new way to kill breast cancer cells using laser radiation and gold nanoparticles. UAMS Receives $1.5 Million for Bioterrorism Preparation in Arkansas SEPT. 17 2003 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a $1.5 million federal grant to coordinate training for health care workers in Arkansas to respond to possible bioterrorism. UAMS Receives $1.5 Million for Bioterrorism Preparation in Arkansas SEPT. 17 2003 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a $1.5 million federal grant to coordinate training for health care workers in Arkansas to respond to possible bioterrorism. Tobacco-funded Arkansas Biosciences Research “Enlightened,” National Advisor Says OCT. 9, 2003 \| Arkansas’ dedication of nearly a third of its revenue from the nationwide tobacco settlement to scientific research makes it “one of the most enlightened states,” a California biochemist told the Arkansas Biosciences Institute Oct. 7. Tobacco-funded Arkansas Biosciences Research “Enlightened,” National Advisor Says OCT. 9, 2003 \| Arkansas’ dedication of nearly a third of its revenue from the nationwide tobacco settlement to scientific research makes it “one of the most enlightened states,” a California biochemist told the Arkansas Biosciences Institute Oct. 7. Latvian Tuberculosis Officials Visit UAMS OCT. 16, 2003 \| Physicians and tuberculosis specialists from Latvia, a nation of 2.3 million people in eastern Europe, visited the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) last week for assistance on fighting multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis. Latvian Tuberculosis Officials Visit UAMS OCT. 16, 2003 \| Physicians and tuberculosis specialists from Latvia, a nation of 2.3 million people in eastern Europe, visited the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) last week for assistance on fighting multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis. Aaron Neville, Alex Donner Orchestra Perform for Cancer Center Supporters OCT. 30, 2003 \| Aaron Neville serenaded supporters of the Arkansas Cancer Research Center (ACRC) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) at the center’s annual gala Oct. 22. Aaron Neville, Alex Donner Orchestra Perform for Cancer Center Supporters OCT. 30, 2003 \| Aaron Neville serenaded supporters of the Arkansas Cancer Research Center (ACRC) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) at the center’s annual gala Oct. 22. Cabot, North Little Rock Students Visit UAMS OCT. 31, 2003 \| About 125 students in the Medical Academy at Cabot High School visited the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Oct. 29 for hands-on lessons about health careers. Cabot, North Little Rock Students Visit UAMS OCT. 31, 2003 \| About 125 students in the Medical Academy at Cabot High School visited the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Oct. 29 for hands-on lessons about health careers. Cabot, North Little Rock Students Visit UAMS OCT. 31, 2003 \| About 125 students in the Medical Academy at Cabot High School visited the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Oct. 29 for hands-on lessons about health careers. UAMS Reports in Groundbreaking Study: Women’s Unusual Fatigue, Other Symptoms Could Warn of Impending Heart Attacks NOV. 3, 2003 \| Researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) report today that women in a study who had heart attacks remembered having unusual fatigue or other new symptoms as much as a month beforehand – suggesting a new way to stop heart attacks before they happen. World Smallpox Leader: UAMS Helping Prepare for Bioterrorism DEC. 12, 2003 \| Arkansas is ahead of many states in preparing the health care workforce for a potential bioterrorism attack because the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has an excellent statewide network for training, the man who led the worldwide eradiation of smallpox said here yesterday. World Smallpox Leader: UAMS Helping Prepare for Bioterrorism DEC. 12, 2003 \| Arkansas is ahead of many states in preparing the health care workforce for a potential bioterrorism attack because the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has an excellent statewide network for training, the man who led the worldwide eradiation of smallpox said here yesterday. UAMS: A $3.8 Billion Economic Engine UAMS had an economic impact of approximately $3.8 billion on the state’s economy in fiscal year 2003, according to a new report released today. UAMS: A $3.8 Billion Economic Engine UAMS had an economic impact of approximately $3.8 billion on the state’s economy in fiscal year 2003, according to a new report released today. Breakthrough Discovery Puts UAMS Closer to Cure for Multiple Myeloma Scientists at UAMS have discovered the mechanism that destroys bone in the deadly cancer multiple myeloma and are developing a drug to stop or reverse the process. Breakthrough Discovery Puts UAMS Closer to Cure for Multiple Myeloma Scientists at UAMS have discovered the mechanism that destroys bone in the deadly cancer multiple myeloma and are developing a drug to stop or reverse the process. Breakthrough Discovery Puts UAMS Closer to Cure for Multiple Myeloma Scientists at UAMS have discovered the mechanism that destroys bone in the deadly cancer multiple myeloma and are developing a drug to stop or reverse the process. UAMS Receives Another $110,000 from Research to Prevent Blindness Research to Prevent Blindness, the world’s leading voluntary organization supporting eye research, has donated another $110,000 to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for research on the causes, treatment and prevention of blinding diseases. UAMS Receives Another $110,000 from Research to Prevent Blindness Research to Prevent Blindness, the world’s leading voluntary organization supporting eye research, has donated another $110,000 to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for research on the causes, treatment and prevention of blinding diseases. UAMS Receives Another $110,000 from Research to Prevent Blindness Research to Prevent Blindness, the world’s leading voluntary organization supporting eye research, has donated another $110,000 to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for research on the causes, treatment and prevention of blinding diseases. Family of Breast Cancer Victim Sets Up Fund at UAMS JAN. 8, 2004 \| Ashley Keener knows what it means to keep a promise. Last year, the 15-year-old made a promise to her mother, who was struggling with breast cancer, that she would run in the Race for the Cure. Unfortunately, her mother didn’t live long enough to see that pledge carried out. Her mother died at age 49 on Oct. 4, 2003, the morning of the race. But that didn’t stop Ashley – she kept her promise and ran in the race anyway. Family of Breast Cancer Victim Sets Up Fund at UAMS JAN. 8, 2004 \| Ashley Keener knows what it means to keep a promise. Last year, the 15-year-old made a promise to her mother, who was struggling with breast cancer, that she would run in the Race for the Cure. Unfortunately, her mother didn’t live long enough to see that pledge carried out. Her mother died at age 49 on Oct. 4, 2003, the morning of the race. But that didn’t stop Ashley – she kept her promise and ran in the race anyway. Family of Breast Cancer Victim Sets Up Fund at UAMS JAN. 8, 2004 \| Ashley Keener knows what it means to keep a promise. Last year, the 15-year-old made a promise to her mother, who was struggling with breast cancer, that she would run in the Race for the Cure. Unfortunately, her mother didn’t live long enough to see that pledge carried out. Her mother died at age 49 on Oct. 4, 2003, the morning of the race. But that didn’t stop Ashley – she kept her promise and ran in the race anyway. UAMS Smoke-free Campus Plan Receives “Clean Air” Award from American Cancer Society JAN. 16, 2003 \| The Arkansas chapter of the American Cancer Society honored the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) this week with a 2003 Arkansas Clean Air Award for its plan to become a smoke-free campus. UAMS Smoke-free Campus Plan Receives “Clean Air” Award from American Cancer Society JAN. 16, 2003 \| The Arkansas chapter of the American Cancer Society honored the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) this week with a 2003 Arkansas Clean Air Award for its plan to become a smoke-free campus. UAMS Smoke-free Campus Plan Receives “Clean Air” Award from American Cancer Society JAN. 16, 2003 \| The Arkansas chapter of the American Cancer Society honored the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) this week with a 2003 Arkansas Clean Air Award for its plan to become a smoke-free campus. UAMS Smoke-free Campus Plan Receives “Clean Air” Award from American Cancer Society JAN. 16, 2003 \| The Arkansas chapter of the American Cancer Society honored the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) this week with a 2003 Arkansas Clean Air Award for its plan to become a smoke-free campus. UAMS Researcher Shows High-carb Diet Works without Cutting Calories An article by William Evans in "Archives of Internal Medicine" shows that older people can lose weight on a diet rich in complex carbohydrates, even if they eat until they are satisfied and do not reduce the calories they consume. UAMS Researcher Shows High-carb Diet Works without Cutting Calories An article by William Evans in "Archives of Internal Medicine" shows that older people can lose weight on a diet rich in complex carbohydrates, even if they eat until they are satisfied and do not reduce the calories they consume. UAMS Researcher Shows High-carb Diet Works without Cutting Calories An article by William Evans in "Archives of Internal Medicine" shows that older people can lose weight on a diet rich in complex carbohydrates, even if they eat until they are satisfied and do not reduce the calories they consume. Bruce R. Smoller, M.D., Is New Chair of Pathology Smoller is appointed new chairman of the Department of Pathology in the UAMS College of Medicine. Bruce R. Smoller, M.D., Is New Chair of Pathology Smoller is appointed new chairman of the Department of Pathology in the UAMS College of Medicine. International Myeloma Foundation to Honor Barlogie FEB. 20, 2004 \| The International Myeloma Foundation will honor Dr. Bart Barlogie, director of the Myeloma Institute for Research Therapy at UAMS’ Arkansas Cancer Research Center, at a ceremony in May. International Myeloma Foundation to Honor Barlogie FEB. 20, 2004 \| The International Myeloma Foundation will honor Dr. Bart Barlogie, director of the Myeloma Institute for Research Therapy at UAMS’ Arkansas Cancer Research Center, at a ceremony in May. UAMS Honors Jeanne Heard with Bumpers Award MARCH5, 2004 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently presented its Dale Bumpers Area Health Education Centers Leadership Award to Jeanne Heard, M.D., Ph.D., the outgoing associate dean for graduate education of the UAMS College of Medicine. UAMS Honors Jeanne Heard with Bumpers Award MARCH5, 2004 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently presented its Dale Bumpers Area Health Education Centers Leadership Award to Jeanne Heard, M.D., Ph.D., the outgoing associate dean for graduate education of the UAMS College of Medicine. College of Nursing Receives $547,500 for Scholarships MARCH 5, 2004 \| The College of Nursing at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a grant of $547,500 from the Helene Fuld Health Trust for nursing scholarships. Geriatrics Program Moves Up to No. 8, Primary Care Debuts on U.S.News & World Report's “Best Graduate Schools” The geriatrics program at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has moved from No. 9 to No. 8, ahead of Yale University, in the annual ranking of “America's Best Graduate Schools” by the news magazine, U. S. News & World Report. Historic Pharmacy Artifacts in New Library Exhibit APRIL 9, 2004 \| A collection of antique patent medicines and related paper goods, photographs and advertisements will be on display in the UAMS Library through June 30. Historic Pharmacy Artifacts in New Library Exhibit APRIL 9, 2004 \| A collection of antique patent medicines and related paper goods, photographs and advertisements will be on display in the UAMS Library through June 30. Historic Pharmacy Artifacts in New Library Exhibit APRIL 9, 2004 \| A collection of antique patent medicines and related paper goods, photographs and advertisements will be on display in the UAMS Library through June 30. UAMS Honors Donald E. McMillan for 26 Years APRIL 16, 2004 \| The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) honored Donald E. McMillan, Ph.D., April 9 for building the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology of the UAMS College of Medicine into one of the leading research and educational programs in the nation in that field. Jones Eye Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Success APRIL 23, 2004 \| “Double Vision” was the theme April 22 for the 10th anniversary celebration of the University of Arkansas for Medical Science’s (UAMS) Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute. Former U.S. Senator Dale Bumpers was the keynote speaker at the event where special tribute was paid to the “foresight” of Springdale philanthropists Pat Walker and the late Bernice Jones, two “simply remarkable women” whose support of the Eye Institute and UAMS has been “transforming.” Jones Eye Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Success APRIL 23, 2004 \| “Double Vision” was the theme April 22 for the 10th anniversary celebration of the University of Arkansas for Medical Science’s (UAMS) Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute. Former U.S. Senator Dale Bumpers was the keynote speaker at the event where special tribute was paid to the “foresight” of Springdale philanthropists Pat Walker and the late Bernice Jones, two “simply remarkable women” whose support of the Eye Institute and UAMS has been “transforming.” Jones Eye Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Success APRIL 23, 2004 \| “Double Vision” was the theme April 22 for the 10th anniversary celebration of the University of Arkansas for Medical Science’s (UAMS) Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute. Former U.S. Senator Dale Bumpers was the keynote speaker at the event where special tribute was paid to the “foresight” of Springdale philanthropists Pat Walker and the late Bernice Jones, two “simply remarkable women” whose support of the Eye Institute and UAMS has been “transforming.” Free Workshops on Lead-Safe Practices to be Held Nov. 24 Free Workshops on Lead-Safe Practices to be Held Nov. 24 UAMS Employees Can Find Thanksgiving Meal at Area Church UAMS Employees Working Thanksgiving Can Find Meal at Area Church UAMS Employees Can Find Thanksgiving Meal at Area Church UAMS Employees Working Thanksgiving Can Find Meal at Area Church Nov. 25, Science Café – ‘What’s The Big Deal About Nanoscience? LITTLE ROCK – The Science Café Little Rock, co-sponsored by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), will hold its next public forum, What’s The Big Deal About Nanoscience?on Nov. 25. Panelists will describe their experience and research on nanoscience, nanoparticles, nanomedicine and broader nanotechnology applications in several areas. Distinguished Lecturer Hobbs Sees Progress in Fight Against Birth Defects Nov. 14, 2008 \| UAMS birth defects expert Charlotte Hobbs, M.D., Ph.D., knows how far science has come in helping babies born with any of the 30 or more types of birth defects. Distinguished Lecturer Hobbs Sees Progress in Fight Against Birth Defects Nov. 14, 2008 \| UAMS birth defects expert Charlotte Hobbs, M.D., Ph.D., knows how far science has come in helping babies born with any of the 30 or more types of birth defects. Distinguished Lecturer Hobbs Sees Progress in Fight Against Birth Defects Nov. 14, 2008 \| UAMS birth defects expert Charlotte Hobbs, M.D., Ph.D., knows how far science has come in helping babies born with any of the 30 or more types of birth defects. Thanksgiving Desserts Available In Cafeteria Thanksgiving Desserts Available In Cafeteria Thanksgiving Desserts Available In Cafeteria Thanksgiving Desserts Available In Cafeteria Purchase a Star Now for the Miracle Star Tree at the Cancer Institute Purchase a Star Now for the Miracle Star Tree at the Cancer Institute Purchase a Star Now for the Miracle Star Tree at the Cancer Institute Purchase a Star Now for the Miracle Star Tree at the Cancer Institute Walton Family Foundation Donates $300,000 to UAMS for Northwest Campus Walton Family Foundation Donates $300,000 to UAMS for Northwest Campus Walton Family Foundation Donates $300,000 to UAMS for Northwest Campus Walton Family Foundation Donates $300,000 to UAMS for Northwest Campus JEI April 2007 Outlook Newsletter April JEI 2007 Outlook Newsletter Free or Low-Cost Women’s Health Screenings Offered Dec. 11, Thanks to UAMS Witness Project LITTLE ROCK – Free or low-cost mammograms are available Dec. 11 to Lee County women 40 and older who qualify through The Witness Project, a community-based cancer education program of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Public Health. Arkansas Minority Health Commission Funding to Benefit Underserved, Uninsured Arkansas Minority Health Commission Funding to Benefit Underserved, Uninsured TIAA-CREF Representatives on Campus Dec. 2, 3 and 4 TIAA-CREF Representatives on Campus TIAA-CREF Representatives on Campus Dec. 2, 3 and 4 TIAA-CREF Representatives on Campus Friday@Noon: Citrix Access Gateways Friday@Noon: Citrix Access Gateways Friday@Noon: Citrix Access Gateways Friday@Noon: Citrix Access Gateways Holidays Are A Time For Dancing Holidays Are A Time For Dancing Holiday Giving Opportunities Holiday Giving Opportunities JEI April 2007 Outlook Newsletter JEI April 2007 Outlook Newsletter UAMS College of Public Health Hosts Mexican Counterparts Nov. 19, 2008 \| A budding relationship between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health and the only accredited school of public health in Mexico was strengthened after a recent visit. UAMS College of Public Health Hosts Mexican Counterparts Nov. 19, 2008 \| A budding relationship between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health and the only accredited school of public health in Mexico was strengthened after a recent visit. UAMS College of Public Health Hosts Mexican Counterparts Nov. 19, 2008 \| A budding relationship between the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health and the only accredited school of public health in Mexico was strengthened after a recent visit. Walton Family Foundation Donates $300,000 to UAMS for Northwest Campus Walton Family Foundation Donates $300,000 to UAMS for Northwest Campus UAMS Northwest Arkansas Campus Receives $1.5 Million from Arkansas Philanthropists LITTLE ROCK – A trio of Arkansas philanthropists today gave a total of $1.5 million towards development of the northwest Arkansas campus of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Arkansas Philanthropists Give UAMS Northwest $1.5 Million Arkansas Philanthropists Give UAMS Northwest $1.5 Million College of Medicine Dean's Research Forum College of Medicine Dean's Research Forum College of Medicine Dean's Research Forum College of Medicine Dean's Research Forum November 2008 Issue November 2008 Issue	NOV. 17, 2003 \| Jackson T. Stephens of Little Rock has made another gift of $1.5 million to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), this time for a second endowed chair in geriatric medicine. The gift will be matched by $1.5 million previously committed to UAMS by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation. Stephens’ gift is his second to the Donald W. Reynolds Department of Geriatrics in the UAMS College of Medicine. Pham Liem, M.D., a professor of medicine and vice chair for clinical affairs in the department, will be the first holder of the Jackson T. Stephens Distinguished Chair in Clinical Affairs. Liem is an attending physician at John L. McClellan Veterans Hospital. He is a specialist in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. “The gifts of Jackson T. Stephens and the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation to UAMS continue to inspire us,” UAMS Chancellor I. Dodd Wilson, M.D., commented. “We appreciate their confidence in our ability to enhance the quality of health care for Arkansans and for people worldwide – and we will keep working to earn their support.” Stephens contributed $1.5 million in 1999 for the Jackson T. Stephens Distinguished Chair in Geriatrics, which David Lipschitz, M.D., Ph.D., currently holds. He also has given $48 million to UAMS for the Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neurosciences Institute, which opened in April. That gift included $2 million for the Jackson T. Stephens Distinguished Chair in Spine Surgery, which T. Glenn Pait, M.D., holds. Finally, Stephens gave $2.1 million this year for the Jackson T. Stephens Distinguished Chair in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, which Jack VanderSchilden, M.D., holds. The Donald W. Reynolds Foundation’s matching gift is part of a $15 million challenge grant that matches dollar for dollar funds raised for the UAMS geriatrics program. The foundation previously helped UAMS build the Donald W. Reynolds Center on Aging with gifts of $32 million. Most recently, it pledged an additional $3 million to complete a conference center on the top floor of the Stephens Institute, to be named in honor of the foundation’s chairman, Fred W. Smith. The Donald W. Reynolds Foundation is a national philanthropic organization founded in 1954 by the late media entrepreneur for whom it is named. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, it is one of the 50 largest private foundations in the United States. Links on This Page Department of Geriatrics: http://www.geriatrics.uams.edu/ Spine and Neurosciences Institute: http://www.uams.edu/stephensinstitute/default.html President Jimmy Carter: http://www.uams.edu/today/2003/040303/President_Carter.htm Donald W. Reynolds: http://www.uams.edu/today/2002/062802/reynolds.htm © 2003 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. “UAMS,” “UAMS Online,” “UAMS News,” “UAMS Update,” “uams.edu,” and “Here’s to Your Health” are marks of UAMS.
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