
PSU Celebrates 2024 GCAC Men’s Basketball Tournament Championship
Tuscaloosa, Ala. (March 3, 2024) — Philander Smith University end their drought in the GCAC Conference Tournament, clinching their first championship victory since 2013. In a high-stakes showdown against Dillard… Continue Reading →

Elevate Like Pitts – From PSC (now PSU) Student to Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer
Experience the remarkable journey of NFL legend Elijah Pitts through the lens of his wife, Ruth Pitts. From Philander Smith College (now University) to the Green Bay Packers Hall of… Continue Reading →

Elevate Like Veronica – A Retired Educator Who Stood Up Against Injustices
Discover Veronica Nesbitt ’64, a PSU alum who championed her beliefs as a student in the ’60s and continued advocating for student’s rights in her career. A true Philander Woman… Continue Reading →

PSU’s Pre-Med Society Hosts A Hot Chocolate Social
On Tuesday, January 30th, the Pre-Med Society hosted a delightful Hot Cocoa Social, bringing together students for a cozy and informative gathering. The highlight of the event was the introduction… Continue Reading →

From PSU Graduate to Dallas’ Inspirational Educator and Coach
Meet Miquan Martin ’20, a PSU Business major turned 7th Grade ELA Teacher, Athletic Director, and basketball coach at KIPP Truth Academy in Dallas, TX. His journey from the classroom… Continue Reading →

PSU Athletics Names New Assistant Basketball Coaches
Little Rock, Ark. (January 12, 2024) – The Department of Athletics at Philander Smith University has announced the appointment of two outstanding professionals to its coaching staff. As the university… Continue Reading →

Former Star Player and Coach Mariah Yarbrough Returns to Philander Smith University to Elevate Volleyball Program
Little Rock, Ark. (January 05, 2024) – Philander Smith University (PSU) proudly welcomes Mariah Yarbrough back to her alma mater as Head Volleyball Coach after leading the volleyball program at… Continue Reading →

PSU Graduate Chris Davis named as Manager of Product & Strategy for Dreamville Records
Chris Davis, a former Def Jam Recordings marketing executive, has been named Manager of Product and Strategy for Dreamville Records, just in time for hip hop’s most anticipated event, “Dreamville… Continue Reading →

Philander Smith University Addresses Incident (s) Near 12th Street Substation
Little Rock, AR (October 14, 2023) Philander Smith University (PSU) wants to express its solidarity with our partners and the community in the vicinity of 12th Street regarding today’s shootings…. Continue Reading →

Philander Smith University Welcomes Earl Graham, Jr. as New Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religion
Little Rock, Arkansas – September 24, 2023 – Philander Smith University (PSU) is proud to announce the appointment of Pastor Earl Graham, Jr. as the new Chair of the Department… Continue Reading →