Arkansas State University-Beebe recently accepted a generous contribution from the Stallion Transportation Group in support of the college's 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series.
During a special check presentation, Butch Rice, owner and CEO of Stallion Transportation Group, was joined by his sons, Colt Rice and Garland Rice, as they presented the gift to ASU-Beebe leadership, celebrating the company's continued commitment to higher education, the arts, and the communities the college serves.
The contribution from Stallion Transportation will help ASU-Beebe continue offering an outstanding lineup of nationally recognized speakers, musicians, and entertainers while keeping performances affordable and accessible for students, families, and the surrounding community.
"Community partnerships like this are what make our Performing Arts Series possible," said Andrea Cole, associate vice chancellor for institutional advancement at ASU-Beebe. "We are incredibly grateful to Butch Rice and the entire Stallion Transportation team for their continued investment in ASU-Beebe. Their generosity, along with the support of our other sponsors, allows us to bring outstanding performers and speakers to our campus each year. These experiences enrich the lives of our students and strengthen the connection between the college and the communities we serve."
Stallion Transportation has been a longtime supporter of ASU-Beebe and continues to demonstrate its commitment to education and community engagement through partnerships that benefit students and the region.
"We're honored to continue supporting ASU-Beebe and its Performing Arts Series," Butch Rice said. "The college plays an important role in developing the workforce and enhancing the quality of life throughout our communities. We're proud to invest in opportunities that bring people together through education, entertainment, and the arts."
The 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series is made possible through the generous support from Stallion Transportation Group, Eoff & Associates Realty, Inc., First Community Bank, First Electric Cooperative, Connect2First, ArkansasRadio.com, Debbie Elgen, financial advisor with Edward Jones, Barbara House, and Great Western Dining. Together, these community partners help ensure ASU-Beebe can continue offering high-quality cultural experiences that inspire, educate, and entertain audiences across Central Arkansas.
The 2026-2027 season features an exciting lineup of concerts, lectures, and special events designed to engage audiences of all ages while furthering ASU-Beebe's mission of serving the educational and cultural needs of the communities it serves.
For more information about the Performing Arts Series, including season events and ticket information, visit the ASU-Beebe website at https://www.asub.edu/performing-arts/.
Pictured: Stallion Transportation Group recently presented a check to ASU-Beebe to support the 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series. Pictured, from left, are students Kasey Fraley and Augustus Harris; Garland Rice, Colt Rice and Butch Rice; Angela Stroud, development officer; Ryan Gibbons, coordinator of visual and performing arts; student Skylar Acebedo; and Andrea Cole, associate vice chancellor for institutional advancement.
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