
Donald R. Bobbitt, president of the University of Arkansas System, stated that “Dr. Drale has shown to be a very capable leader and I am grateful to her for stepping up to serve UA Little Rock as acting chancellor. She has my full confidence and support as we work through a long-term plan for the institution.”
Before being named interim provost, Dr. Drale was associate vice chancellor for faculty relations and administration. Dr. Drale has served in administrative roles at the university since 2006, first as associate dean of the College of Professional Studies.
Dr. Drale holds a bachelor’s degree in communication, a master’s degree in sociology and a Ph.D. in sociology, all from the University of California, San Diego.


