Navigating the University of Arkansas Libraries: A Comprehensive Guide to Resources and Scholarly Publications

The University of Arkansas Libraries system, encompassing the David W. Mullins Library and the Robert A. Leflar Law Library, serves as a central hub for academic research and intellectual exploration. Offering a vast collection of resources, from traditional print materials to cutting-edge digital databases, the libraries support the diverse needs of students, faculty, and the broader community.

Accessing a World of Information

With 2.1 million volumes and more than 56,000 journal titles, students will find research material for every subject. More than 200 databases and thousands of electronic journals are accessible from anywhere with a University ID. The University Libraries have had official status as a United States government depository since 1907, and the Government Documents Department has been a depository for Arkansas state publications since 1993. Items not owned by the University Libraries may be obtained through Interlibrary Loan. Requested items in electronic format will be sent directly to desktops, usually within 24 hours; physical items are held for pickup at the main service desk on the Lobby Level.

Spaces for Study and Collaboration

The spacious Helen Robson Walton Reading Room is Mullins Library’s most popular quiet study area, but group study space and graduate student study space is also available. A full-service computer commons (GACL) is located on the lobby level of Mullins, complete with printing stations and state-of-the-art scanners. Laptops and iPads are available to check-out to take advantage of wireless access anywhere in the library.

Expert Assistance for Your Research Journey

Subject librarians are also available for one-on-one research consultations tailored to individual research questions, whether onsite, over the phone, or even remotely by video software.

Special Collections: A Treasure Trove of Unique Materials

In Special Collections, students can read rare books from around the world; consult the largest book collection related to Arkansas; handle historic letters, diaries, magazines, and old photographs in the archives; and watch old black and white films made in or about the state.

Scholarly Publications and Journals

The University of Arkansas is home to a diverse array of scholarly publications, providing platforms for faculty, students, and legal professionals to disseminate their research and contribute to their respective fields. These publications cover a wide range of disciplines, from law and natural resources to the arts and sciences. You may read, download, print, and share the link to any of them. If you want to use articles or images from a journal in additional ways, please contact editor for that particular journal. Submission information can be found on each journal’s main page. Find and click on the link to the journal that interests you.

Arkansas Law Review and Related Publications

The Arkansas Law Review publishes scholarly and authoritative articles on issues of state, national, and international importance. Published quarterly, the Arkansas Law Review has as its primary objective the dissemination of scholarly and authoritative articles on significant legal issues. Its Editorial Board serves the Arkansas legal community and beyond by publishing scholarship of state, national, and international importance. Prior to the establishment of the Arkansas Law Review, the Arkansas Bar Association expressed interest in the creation of a law review and appointed committees to explore the possibility. Shortly thereafter, a permanent plan was formulated under which the law review was made a joint undertaking of the law school and the Arkansas Bar Association. Today, the law review is an established part of the legal community in Arkansas and it is cited and relied upon by lawyers and courts throughout the nation.

Arkansas Law Notes was first published in the mid-1980s as a paper-only journal of short articles written by the faculty of the University of Arkansas School of Law, and delivered to Arkansas lawyers. It has evolved over the years and is now the Arkansas Law Review’s exclusive online publication. Law Notes is positioned to deliver a quick publication turnaround for timely, relevant scholarship relating to current Arkansas and national legal issues. Arkansas Law Notes features short essays and responses by law professors, judges, practicing lawyers, scholars from other disciplines, and current law students.

The Annual collects papers presented at the yearly meeting of the Arkansas Natural Resources Law Institute (formerly the Arkansas Oil and Gas Institute). Its scope encompasses natural resource law and topics related to the discovery and production of oil, gas, and other natural resources. The following is a collection of papers presented at the annual meeting of the Arkansas Natural Resources Law Institute (formerly known as the Arkansas Oil and Gas Institute). Coverage is from the beginning of the Institute in 1962 to present. These papers focus upon natural resource law as well as related topics involving the physical processes of discovery and production of oil, gas, and other natural resources. Authors include members of the faculty of the University of Arkansas School of Law, other leading natural resource scholars, and experienced practicing attorneys from both inside and outside of this state.

Journal of Food Law & Policy

The Journal of Food Law & Policy, edited by University of Arkansas law students, publishes scholarship on the legal framework of our food system. The Journal of Food Law & Policy has long been recognized as a leader in publishing articles and essays on food law and its impact on society. When the Journal’s inaugural issue was published in 2005, no other student-edited Journal was devoted to this important topic and few law schools recognized the emerging discipline of food law & policy. Since that time, the Journal has led the nation in recognizing the significance of studying the legal framework of our food system. Today, the Journal continues its efforts to publish and promote the very best legal scholarship in food law and policy. The Journal is published twice a year and is edited by dedicated law students at the University of Arkansas School of Law. The School of Law is noted for its work in the law of food and agriculture, with a variety of food law courses offered, a specialized LL.M.

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Discovery

Discovery is an avenue for Bumpers College to highlight and publish original research and independent creative projects conducted by undergraduate Bumpers students in cooperation with a faculty mentor, or in other words Discovery is mainly an avenue to publish the Honors and research projects of students (or student teams) who undertake original, creative, and innovative independent research.

Inquiry: The University of Arkansas Undergraduate Research Journal

Inquiry: The University of Arkansas Undergraduate Research Journal published by the the Division of Research & Innovation, the Office of Competitive Awards, the Honors College, and the University Libraries at the University of Arkansas, is an online publication aimed at showcasing the cutting-edge undergraduate research and scholarly activity at the University of Arkansas.

Diamond Line

Diamond Line showcases original visual art, fiction, and poetry by University of Arkansas undergraduate students. The Diamond Line was originally named such in homage to our state gem, but a name carries the narrative weight of its symbols. Someone could cut into their very soul with a diamond, and that’s how poems and stories and paintings are created; by being carved out with something so sharp it leaves us raw. As such, we are dedicated to showcasing emotional truths and authenticity.

Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science

The Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science publishes peer-reviewed papers that were presented at the Academy’s annual meeting. The Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science (JAAS) is the major publication of the Academy. The Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science appears annually as a single volume. The Journal publishes peer-reviewed manuscripts that were submitted at the annual meeting of the previous year. The Scope of the Journal reflects the broad vision of the Academy to promote science within Arkansas and disseminate the science being carried out by scientists in Arkansas throughout the US and the world.

Student Literary Anthologies

Student Literary Anthologies is a collection of literary anthologies featuring the creative work of University of Arkansas students and alumni. Published in the Spring semester, submissions and queries should be directed to the editor, Justin Gage. All submissions will be reviewed by the Editorial Committee, which includes Professors Matthew E. Stanley, Jared Phillips, and Jeannie Whayne.

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Journal of Research on the College President

Please note that the most recent issues of the Journal of Research on the College President are available at the University of Memphis Digital Commons. The journal is interested in all types of college presidencies, ranging from for-profit leadership and community and technical college presidents to presidential leadership at even the most prestigious research universities.

Important Notices

In observance of President’s Day and Daisy Gatson Bates Day, the library will be open 8am - 5pm on Monday, February 16, 2026. Students and Residents have badge access entry to 1st floor, and badge entry to the south end of 3rd floor through the SE Stairs in ED II. Regular hours resume for Library accessMonday - Friday 7:30am - 6:00pm Study space is available on 1st floor. The ALC is open for study when no classes scheduled. 3rd floor access for Testing, the lounge and study room areas is through the Southeast Stairwell and badge tap. The Library space is currently closed through February 8th to repair extensive water damage. The Educational and Student Success Center (ESSC) testing and study areas on the 3rd floor of Ed II will open on Monday, Feb. 2. The center can be accessed via two stairwells on the south end of the Ed II building.

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