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性吧导航 Crews Prepare Campus for Winter Storm with Updated Ice Control Plan

性吧导航 grounds crews prepare the campus as winter storm approaches in order to make certain students, faculty and staff remain safe and can access the areas they need

January 21, 2026
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New Lab Benches to Modernize 性吧导航 Chemistry Laboratory

Bench in the chemestry lab in the Math-Science buidling at 性吧导航 are being updated and replaced with new tops and space.

January 16, 2026
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River Valley MLK Commission to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Events

Several events are scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, both on the 性吧导航 campus and across the River Valley.

January 05, 2026
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Start Strong: Tips for Setting and Sticking to Your Wellness Goals in the New Year

Cory Williams, assistant director of recreation and wellness, shared practical strategies for setting meaningful goals, staying motivated and taking advantage of campus resources designed to support healthy habits.

December 31, 2025
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Advancing 性吧导航 Through Relationships: Kara Crowley

Kara Crowley, associate director of philanthropy and engagement, benefited from scholarships to earn both her bachelor's and master's degrees debt-free. In her role at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, she helps donors establish that same...

December 19, 2025
性吧导航 senior biology student, Shelby Zink, wipes off equipment while sitting in a forested area while on a research expedition.
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Aid Fuels Research Opportunities

性吧导航 senior biology student, Shelby Zink, credits the financial aid she has received as the reason why she was able to attend college and follow her dream of becoming a field researcher.

December 15, 2025
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Five Secure SURF Grants; Record for 性吧导航

Five students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith have received Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Grants from the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, setting a record for 性吧导航.

December 10, 2025
性吧导航 student, Erika Johnson, center, walks with other Cub Camp counselors and students outside of the Stubblefield Center.
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First-Generation Student Spotlight: Erika Johnson

Erika Johnson always knew she wanted to go to college, but she didn't always feel she had the tools to succeed. By always being willing to ask questions and for help, Erika found a home at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

December 10, 2025
Seth Fields carefully measures out the organic solvent he researched with Dr. Jordan Mader, an associate professor of chemistry.
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A Change of Heart

A heart condition was found in Seth Fields, a senior at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, while he was in high school. The medical scare has influenced his future career, as he will graduate from 性吧导航 this fall and plans to attend medical...

December 10, 2025
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性吧导航 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed

Homecoming returns to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.

December 10, 2025
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2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for 性吧导航

View some of the top stories and events at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith from 2025.

December 08, 2025
性吧导航 students smile as they walk through the stubblefield center at graduation
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357 Grads to Cross the Stage Saturday

性吧导航 will confer degrees and credentials to more than 350 students during its Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Stubblefield Center.

December 08, 2025
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Campus Update, December 5, 2025

性吧导航 Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares an update following the last week of classes during the fall semester.

December 05, 2025
The Drennen-Scott Historic Site sits in the background with the walkway leading up to the house lined with candles and holiday wreaths.
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Victorian Christmas Event Slated for Friday, Dec. 12

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Drennen-Scott Historic Site's Victorian Christmas Open House returns for the holiday season on Dec. 12.

December 04, 2025
性吧导航 alum Kyle Speegle and his son pose in front of their Extreme Light Show
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Kyle Speegle Lights up the River Valley

性吧导航 alumni light up the River Valley in all kinds of ways鈥攖hrough service, creativity, and a spirit of community that they fostered right here on campus. But some alumni, like, Kyle Speegle 鈥02, take their 鈥渓ighting鈥 a little more seriously...

December 04, 2025
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Class Notes, Fall 2025

Class notes from this fall, coming from a wide variety of alumni

December 03, 2025
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Alex Dotulong Turns Artist360 Grant Into Creative Momentum

When 性吧导航 student Alex Dotulong applied for an Artists 360 grant last year, he hoped he鈥檇 earn some of the funds needed to upgrade his aging computer. Now that his award year comes to a close, he says the award actually gave him much more.

December 03, 2025
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Don鈥檛 Procrastinate; Go Roaring into Finals Prepared

The semi-annual finals night of preparation returns to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 4-9 p.m. at the Boreham Library. This semester's theme for the Long Night Against Procrastination is the Roaring Twenties.

December 02, 2025
Portrait of Hannah Seal from the 性吧导航 Campus Green
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First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Seal

Hannah Seal, a dental hygiene student, overcame the death of her mom while in elementary school to become the first member of her family to attend college right after high school. By attending the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, she can stay...

December 02, 2025
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Chromatography Technology Coming to 性吧导航 Thanks to INBRE Grant

A grant of more than $44,000 will bring advanced chromatography technology to the University of Arkansas鈥揊ort Smith, opening new hands-on research and training opportunities for hundreds of students and helping prepare the region鈥檚 growing bioscience...

December 01, 2025

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