PINE BLUFF, AR. – As autumn settles over campus and the Fall 2025 semester comes to a close, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department proudly recognizes its newest graduates who were honored Saturday during the University's Fall Commencement ceremonies at the Pine Bluff Convention Center.
In total, 26 UAPB student-athletes and support staff members earned degrees, marking a significant milestone in their academic and athletic journeys.
Representing multiple academic colleges across the university, these graduates exemplify the Golden Lion standard of excellence. They successfully balanced the demands of Division I athletics with a steadfast commitment to academic achievement, preparing themselves for future careers as educators, business leaders, scientists, and innovators.
"We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes for earning their degrees and officially joining the ranks of UAPB alumni," said Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Chris Robinson. "They represent the very best of what it means to be a Golden Lion, excelling academically, competing with integrity, and preparing themselves to be successful leaders in their communities. Their accomplishments extend far beyond the field of play, and their impact will continue to be felt wherever they go."
UAPB Athletics also proudly recognizes several graduates who earned special academic distinctions. A number of student-athletes were inducted into Chi Alpha Sigma, the National College Athlete Honor Society, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments in both the classroom and competition. Additionally, select graduates received the Chancellor's Medallion, one of the university's highest academic honors, awarded to top-performing students within their respective schools.
"These student-athletes have shown remarkable resilience and dedication," said Shon Pilcher, Associate Athletic Director for Academics. "They are a true inspiration to our entire university community, and we are extremely proud of all they have accomplished."
Their success is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and the strong support system provided by coaches, faculty, staff, and administrators. Below is the complete list of Fall 2025 graduates, including those receiving distinguished academic honors.
Fall 2025 Graduates
University College
- Jared Sylvester – General Studies
School of Education
- Isaiah Jones – Health and Kinesiology
- Kavion Majors – Health and Kinesiology
- Arryonna Simmons – Health and Kinesiology
- Dae'Tre'll Cooper – Health and Kinesiology
- Kaiel Kimble – Health and Kinesiology
- Martavious Miller – Health and Kinesiology
- Kyle Knox – Health and Kinesiology
- Elijah McDonald – Health and Kinesiology
- Jeremiah Rodgers – Health and Kinesiology
School of Business and Management
- Michael Saumell Jr. – Business Administration/Finance
- Cornelia Watts – Business Administration/International Business
- Dylan Booker – Business Administration/Management
- Keaundra Sykes – Business Administration/Management
- Genesis Joseph – Business Administration/Management
- Jamison Gary – Business Administration/Management
School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences
- Bryce Lusk – Agriculture/Agricultural Business
School of Arts and Sciences
- Ashley Robinson – Criminal Justice
- Kaelyn Kimble – Biology
- Ashley McGuire – Biology/Dentistry
- Ariyonna Edmond – Industrial Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
- Kevin English – Industrial Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
- Empress Roberts – Industrial Technology, Management and Applied Engineering
- Kaleb Knox – Psychology
Bachelor of Science
- Nautica Nelson – Rehabilitation Services
- Zyrin Willoughby – Health & Kinesiology
Fall 2025 Inductees
Chi Alpha Sigma – National College Athlete Honor Society
- Ashley Robinson – Criminal Justice
- Ashley McGuire – Biology/Dentistry
- Genesis Joseph – Business Administration/Management
- Kaiel Kimble – Health and Kinesiology
- Dylan Booker – Business Administration/Management
- Cornelia Watts – Business Administration/International Business
- Isaiah Jones – Health and Kinesiology
Fall 2025 Chancellor's Medallion Recipients
- Ashley Robinson – Criminal Justice
- Kaiel Kimble – Health and Kinesiology
- Cornelia Watts – Business Administration/International Business
