ACHE Occupational Therapy Faculty Member Co-Authors Published Research on Educator Retention
The research emphasizes the importance of structured onboarding, supportive leadership and strategies to improve faculty retention, helping strengthen the future of occupational therapy education.
Two ACHE Faculty Members Published in Consecutive Issues of Leading Medical Journal
The back-to-back publications highlight the expertise of ACHE’s DMSc faculty and their commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care beyond the classroom.
More Than a Stethoscope: A Gift That Builds a Lasting Connection

Over the years, the Stethoscope Program has given Terri and Chuck Peacock something they did not necessarily expect; long-lasting relationships.
Women Who Lead: Dr. Jo Alice Blondin
Today, as President of Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE), Dr. Blondin brings with her an extraordinary record of leadership.
ACHE Brings Hands-On Learning to Classrooms Through Hydroponic Gardens
From growing lettuce and herbs to learning about science, nutrition and potential careers, ACHE’s hydroponic gardens are bringing new hands-on learning opportunities to classrooms across the region.
A Career Rooted in Teaching and Service: Meet ARCOM Dean Dr. Christopher Loyke
Meet Christopher J. Loyke, DO, FACOFP, the new Dean of ARCOM, and learn how a career rooted in teaching, service and patient care has shaped his approach to leadership and his vision for future physicians.
From Lessons Learned to Lessons Applied: ACHE Faculty Advance Multinational Medical Readiness at Exercise Vigorous Warrior 2026
FORT SMITH, AR. — Following the announcement of Arkansas Colleges of Health Education’s (ACHE) new partnership with the NATO Centre of Excellence for Military Medicine (NATO MILMED COE) during Exercise Vigorous Warrior 2026, faculty immediately joined NATO and international partners in one of the exercise’s most timely educational initiatives—the Ukraine Lessons Learned Workshop. At the invitation […]
ACHE Celebrates Employees at Annual Appreciation & Awards Breakfast
Each year, ACHE hosts an Employee Appreciation & Awards Breakfast to honor years of service, recognize excellence, and celebrate recent promotions.
ACHE Celebrates Employees at Annual Appreciation & Awards Breakfast
Each year, ACHE hosts an Employee Appreciation & Awards Breakfast to honor years of service, recognize excellence, and celebrate recent promotions.
ARCOM Student Elected to National Leadership Role
Student Doctor Jihad has been elected first vice chair of the Council of Osteopathic Student Government Presidents (COSGP) national board, becoming the first ARCOM student to serve at the national level.