Office of Student-Athlete Development Mission
The Student-Athlete Development mission is to prepare student-athletes for peak performance in life. We equip student-athletes with tangible skills and critical information that prepares our students for college experiences and life after college athletics.
Student-Athlete Development
The student-athlete development unit continues to expand its commitment to provide support, resources and opportunities in the following areas:
Career Development
- Career Education
- Career Counseling
- Career Placement
Personal Development
- Leadership & Character Development
- Health & Wellness
- Financial Education
Community Engagement
- Youth Literacy
- Healthy Lifestyle
- Underserved Communities
The staff members of the student-athlete development unit are:
Justin Johnson, Director of Student-Athlete Development
Email: jjjohns@uark.edu
Phone: 479-575-2834
Krista K. Smith, Student-Athlete Development Coordinator/Academic Counselor (Volleyball)
Email: kbkolbin@uark.edu
Phone: 479-575-3073
Forrest Barnes, Student-Athlete Development Coordinator
Email: forrestb@uark.edu
Phone: 479-575-4056
Joe Carter, Student-Athlete Development Graduate Assistant
Email: jjcarter@uark.edu
Rio Virgoe, Student-Athlete Development Graduate Intern
Email: rdvirgoe@uark.edu
“‘We strive to provide every student-athlete with a remarkable, meaningful experience in every program, every time.”
