Louise Epstein, MBA ’85, has been hired by the Walton Family Foundation as director of university partnerships. Epstein will have oversight of designing programs at higher education institutions that fit the WFF’s vision, as well as developing and managing “high-impact” grantmaking. Specifically, with the UA, Epstein will continually “adjust and sharpen” the strategy for initiatives funded by the Walton Family Foundation.

“I look forward to building on the strong programs and initiatives of the University of Arkansas to create a hub for innovation, prosperity, economic development and collaboration throughout the two-county region,” Epstein said in a statement.

Epstein previously served as the McCombs Entrepreneur in Residence, and was managing director of the Innovation Center at the UT Cockrell School of Engineering. Read the full article.