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The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has a strong, lasting bond with its hometown and the greater River Valley region, a relationship that began in 1928 when we welcomed our first students as a junior college within the newly built Fort Smith Senior High School.

While much has changed since those early days, Ð԰ɵ¼º½ remains dedicated to our students, and our community’s unwavering support for its hometown university continues to thrive.

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ offers a wide range of opportunities for local businesses and community members to engage with and support the university. From vibrant musical and artistic performances to exciting athletic events and special programs, there’s always something happening at Ð԰ɵ¼º½. Explore our list of programs and discover how you can get involved and make a difference today.

 

Community Engagement Programs

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Perk Stop Program

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has partnered with local and regional businesses to develop the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Perk Stop Program, a university discount program. If you own a business and would like to participate sign up for free and let us help promote your business. *(Some restrictions apply.)

Visit Perk Stop

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Lion Pride Plates

Show your Lion pride and support future Ð԰ɵ¼º½ students by purchasing an official Arkansas Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Lion Pride Plate. Lion Pride Plates are regular and personalized Ð԰ɵ¼º½ license plates issued by the State of Arkansas.  It’s a great way to display your Lion pride wherever you go and contribute to a worthy cause.

VISIT LION PRIDE PLATES

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Paint the Town Blue

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ annually joins with regional business to help celebrate the return of thousands of students through the "Paint the Town Blue" campaign. When you display these vibrant signs during  Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Move-In and Welcome Week you show our Lions how much they mean to our community and region.

VISIT PAINT THE TOWN BLUE