About the Admissions Office
The Admissions Office is staffed by the associate dean for student affairs, the director of student services, an education coordinator, an executive assistant and a student recruiter. The Admissions Office assists the dean and the academic departments in the recruitment, selection and admission of students; maintenance of student admission records; and other student affairs.
Location and Contact Information
The Admissions Office is located in the UAMS College of Health Professions Dean’s Office suite on the third floor of the Administration West Building. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.
Appointments may be made by calling 501-686-5730. Walk-ins are welcome, but an appointment is preferred as it will allow time to arrange an experience tailored to meet your interests.
If you need to contact our office, please send an email to CHPAdmissions@UAMS.edu or call us at 501-686-5730 any time Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time, and we’ll be more than happy to assist you.
Admissions Office Staff
Phyllis Fields, M.Ed.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Director of Admissions
What is your hometown?
North Little Rock, Arkansas
Where did you go to college?
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
What is your role in the College of Health Professions?
As associate dean for student affairs, I am focused on the student experience. Students do many things, including but not limited to, registering for classes, participating in student organizations and events, applying for scholarships and financial aid, and complying with program and university policies. I am committed to ensuring our focus stays on serving students so that their time in the College of Health Professions is a success. Another area of responsibility is director of admissions where we specialize in the future student experience.
What’s your favorite thing about the job?
I enjoy helping students be successful. Sometimes it can be as simple as a listening ear, a hug, or a word of encouragement. My greatest joy is participating in Commencement. When I watch students walk across the stage when their name is called, hear the cheers and witness the excitement from their adoring fans, I can’t help but be excited and proud of their accomplishments. Their success is our success!
What is your favorite way to pass the time – what are your hobbies, your talents, your interests?
I enjoy reading and traveling. I am personally inspired by my family and my faith and I truly believe laughter is good for the soul.
What is one thing about you that might surprise people?
I collect pop-up books.
Michelle Anderson, A.A.
Executive Assistant I
What is your hometown?
Sweet Home, Arkansas
Where did you go to college?
Wade College, Dallas, Texas
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
What is your role in the College of Health Professions?
Executive Assistant
What’s your favorite thing about the job?
My favorite thing about my job is I get to assist students with their admission process to their health profession careers.
What is your favorite way to pass the time – what are your hobbies, your talents, your interests?
My absolute favorite way to pass the time is to spend time with family and close friends. My hobbies are traveling, crafting, sewing and gardening.
What is one thing about you that might surprise people?
I want to be on the Amazing Race.
Sheena Brooks, M.A.
Director of Student Services
What is your hometown?
Little Rock, Arkansas
Where did you go to college?
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, B.A. and M.A.
What is your role in the College of Health Professions?
Director of Student Services
What’s your favorite thing about the job?
Seeing students from applicant to graduate. They made it to the finish line!
What is your favorite way to pass the time – what are your hobbies, your talents, your interests?
I love spending time with my family and friends. Tomorrow is not promised, so cherish every minute.
What is one thing about you that might surprise people?
I love to dance.
Kimberlyn L. McKisick, M.Ed.
Student Recruiting Coordinator
What is your hometown?
Wrightsville, Arkansas
Where did you go to college?
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
What is your role in the College of Health Professions?
Student recruiting coordinator
What’s your favorite thing about the job?
Working with an awesome team!
What is your favorite way to pass the time – what are your hobbies, your talents, your interests?
Shopping and more shopping
What is one thing about you that might surprise people?
I love to roller skate!
Autumn Perkins, M.S.
Education Coordinator
What is your hometown? I have lived different places, so home is where my family is.
Where did you go to college? Campbellsville University (B.A.) and Arkansas Tech University (M.S.)
What is your role in the College of Health Professions? As Education Coordinator, I help students transition from being prospective students to becoming admitted students. I love students and it is important to me to have a career that makes a difference. I feel fortunate to be a part of students reaching their potential. I do not just want students to make it; I want to see them excel.
What’s your favorite thing about the job? I love my colleagues and the positive environment. Everyone is so welcoming and we truly do operate as a team.
What is your favorite way to pass time – what are your hobbies, your talents, your interests? I love personality tests, good food, and playing games with friends and family.
What is one thing about you that might surprise people? I have swum with sharks and dolphins.