The first Boyer Fellowship was awarded in 2000, with a total of 15 students supported thus far by the program. This article looks back at some of those who have received the fellowship in its 20+ year history and its continuing impact and legacy.
February 25, 2021 | By Stephen Caldwell
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Murphy, an inaugural inductee into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame when it opened in 1999, built Murphy Oil into one of the world’s most successful and respected companies, but he also left a legacy that spoke to his deep devotion to lifelong learning.
February 23, 2021 | By Stephen Caldwell
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Jack Stephens’ accomplishments in business were just one part of a legacy that made him an obvious choice in the first class for the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.
February 18, 2021 | By Stephen Caldwell
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Dillard had a healthy ambition and a vision for the future of retailing. So, unlike previous generations that thrived in mostly rural settings, he branched out until he had created one of the most successful family-run department store chains in America.
February 16, 2021 | By Stephen Caldwell
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“His philosophy was: ‘The keys to success are simple – have sound moral values, seek to make a difference, seek to work harder than anyone else in the organization, value the advice of others and bury your ego,’” Pincus says. “He lived that philosophy.
February 11, 2021 | By Sandra Birchfield
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