Overview
Arkansas State University is the main campus of the Arkansas State system and a major public university in northeast Arkansas.
History
The school was founded in 1909 as an agricultural school and grew into a full university. Its teams are the Red Wolves.
Today
The university is a major employer in Jonesboro and the center of sports and events for the region.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.