PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS
Fireside Chat with NWA Scholars
EVENT DETAILS
đ Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
đ Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Dinner to follow)
đ Location: Bentonville Public Library, 405 S. Main St., Bentonville, AR 72712
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WHAT IS THIS EVENT?
How you choose to invest your time during high school shapes the opportunities available to you afterward. But with so many optionsâIvy League ambitions, staying local at the University of Arkansas, pursuing entrepreneurship, or taking a gap yearâthe "right" move can feel overwhelming.
Pathways to Success celebrates one important truth: there is no single "right" path; there is only the path that is right for you.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon where recent Arkansas scholars share the "why" behind their journeys. This isn't just about where they got inâitâs about the systems, struggles, and strategic choices they made during their four years in high school to get there.
Hear honest stories about:
- National & Global Reach:Â Navigating Ivy League and prestigious university admissions.
- The Power of In-State:Â Maximizing the University of Arkansas and local excellence.
- Alternative Horizons:Â The value of gap years and unconventional education.
- Immediate Impact:Â Direct workforce entry and building a business from day one.
PLUS:Â Meet Arkansas professionals who attended global institutions then chose to build thriving careers right here in the Natural State. Itâs proof that a world-class education and a successful Arkansas career are a powerful combination.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Students (Freshmen â Seniors):Â Learn how to architect your high school experience for maximum "leverage."
- Parents & Families:Â Gain frameworks to support your studentâs unique discovery process.
- Educators & Mentors:Â Connect with the next generation of Arkansas leaders.
The "Village":Â Anyone invested in the diverse success stories of our community.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED?
- 2-hour interactive panel and Q&A (2:00 - 4:00 PM)
- Post-event catered dinner and networking
- Opportunity to connect with students and professionals
- Resources and follow-up materials