Arkansas Colleges of Health Education

09/03/2026

This Women in Medicine Month, we proudly celebrate the women at ACHE who are making a difference in healthcare! 👏

From educating and mentoring future healthcare professionals to advancing research, serving our communities, and preparing for careers of their own, their dedication and leadership are helping shape the future of healthcare. 💚

09/03/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome Arkansas State Representative Lee Johnson to ACHE!

Representative Johnson met with President Jo Alice Blondin and Dr. Benny Gooden to learn more about ACHE, our growing programs, and our efforts to help meet the healthcare workforce needs of Arkansas.

We appreciate Representative Johnson taking the time to visit and connect with ACHE leadership!

09/01/2026

Join us for our Fall Art Reception on October 1!

Enjoy an evening celebrating art and community as you explore 90 artworks from talented artists across the River Valley and Northwest Arkansas. This event is free and open to the public!

The evening will also feature an exclusive trunk show by Sissy’s Log Cabin and a drawing for a LAGOS Red Caviar bracelet valued at $750. No purchase is necessary to enter, but you must be present to win.

📍Location: ACHE RIHWC - 1000 Fianna Way, Fort Smith, AR 72916

08/28/2026

We were pleased to welcome Arkansas State Representative Cindy Crawford to the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education for a visit with President Jo Alice Blondin and Dr. Benny Gooden.

Their conversation focused on ACHE’s impact across the region, healthcare workforce needs, and opportunities to strengthen communities across Arkansas.

We appreciate Representative Crawford taking the time to visit campus and learn more about ACHE’s continued work to prepare healthcare professionals to serve our state.

08/21/2026

Build a stronger foundation for your future in healthcare with ACHE’s Master of Science in Biomedicine program!

Students who perform well in MSB coursework may receive guaranteed interviews or be considered for admission to other ACHE programs, including ARCOM, Physical Therapy (DPT), and Occupational Therapy (OTD), contingent on meeting program-specific requirements.

Build your knowledge. Strengthen your academic foundation. Prepare for what’s next.

Learn more about ACHE’s MSB program and apply today! Visit biomedicine.achehealth.edu

to enhance the scientific and professional preparation of students aspiring to a career in the medical and health professions or in a related field requiring

08/19/2026

RSO & Community Showcase 2026! 🎉

08/18/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Benny Gooden and this well-deserved recognition of his decades of leadership and service to the Fort Smith community.

Today, Dr. Gooden continues that legacy as part of the ACHE team, sharing his experience and leadership as we prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals. Congratulations, Dr. Gooden, on the naming of the Dr. Benny L. Gooden Service Center! 👏

08/12/2026

We were pleased to welcome U.S. Congressman Steve Womack to the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education for a visit with Dr. Jo Alice Blondin, ACHE’s new president.

The visit provided an opportunity to discuss ACHE’s continued growth and the important role health education plays in strengthening communities across Arkansas. Conversations also highlighted opportunities to expand clinical training partnerships and address ongoing healthcare workforce needs in rural and underserved areas of the state.

We’re grateful to Congressman Womack for taking the time to visit campus and for his continued interest in the future of healthcare and higher education in our state.

08/07/2026

There’s nothing better than enjoying time together on our beautiful campus! ☀️

We had a wonderful time bringing our ARCOM & MSB families together for a family picnic during orientation.

Welcome Week is coming up August 17–21, with the RSO & Community Showcase on the 18th and fun games and activities happening all week!

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to campus. See you soon! ✨️

07/27/2026

Every future healthcare professional starts with someone who believed in them. 🌟

Become part of that story by sponsoring a student through our Stethoscope & Scrub Club. Your generosity helps students focus on what matters most — learning, growing, and caring for others.

We'd love to celebrate with you at our upcoming donor receptions:
September 17 – Scrub Club Reception
October 15 – Stethoscope Reception

Sponsor a student today and make a lasting impact: https://tinyurl.com/ACHE-Sponsor-a-Student