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25 New Faculty Members Join Ð԰ɵ¼º½

Twenty five new full-time faculty members will join Ð԰ɵ¼º½ for the 2025-26 academic year, strengthening programs across its three colleges and expanding academic resources for students.

First-Year and Transfer Enrollment See Gains for 2025

First-year undergraduate enrollment has reached its highest level since before the COVID-19 pandemic, with more than 1,030 first-year students registered for the fall of 2025, a 15% increase from the same date in 2024.

McIntosh Named Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Director of First Year Advising

Kayla McIntosh named as new director of first-year advising (ROAR) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith

Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.

‘Lion Family’ Grows with Mane Event

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith hosted its first of three new student orientations, Mane Event, of the summer on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Delayed but not Defeated, Troy Rodriguez Earns Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Degree

First-generation student Troy Rodriguez will graduate from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith on May 10 with a degree in business administration. The accomplishment comes after stepping away from school before returning two years later.

Students Receive Certificate of Distinction Ahead of Graduation

Twelve students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith have been awarded a Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development by the Babb Center for Career Services.

Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2024-2025

The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith has named students as Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-2025 academic year.

18th Annual Student Research Symposium Winners Announced

Fourteen research presentations were selected as winners of the 18th Annual Student Research Symposium at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

Spring 2025 Commencement to Honor 650 Graduates

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will recognize more than 650 graduates across three commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 10, at the Stubblefield Center.

18th Annual Research Symposium Slated for April 11

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will host its 18th Annual Student Research Symposium from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, April 11.

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Launches $85 Million 'Intrepid Ambition' Campaign

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ publicly launched its largest fundraising initiative in history unveiling Intrepid Ambition, an $85 million comprehensive campaign designed to reshape access to education, elevate academic excellence, and power economic development across the...

Nigel Otero: Turning Opportunities into Inspiration

When Nigel Otero came to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, he did so knowing it was an opportunity he wouldn't squander. Now, as an advising coordinator for the College of Business and Industry, he's working to inspire students to achieve...

Advancing Manufacturing

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ is laying the foundation for the next era of industry in the River Valley—equipping students, workers, and employers with the tools, training, and talent to lead in an advanced manufacturing economy. From engineering labs to apprenticeship...

Zack Gramlich: Leading from Home

Zack Gramlich isn’t waiting for change—he’s building it. In the classroom and in the Capitol, he’s turning belief into momentum, showing the next generation what’s possible when you lead with purpose and stay rooted in your community. Ð԰ɵ¼º½...

Field Trip Offers Insight to Engineering Careers

Students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith's Institution of Electronics and Electrical Engineering chapter recently visited the James W. Trimble Lock and Dam in Barling, Arkansas, for a first-hand look at engineering careers.

Barrett Named Director of ASBTDC at Ð԰ɵ¼º½

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith announced Ty Barrett as the new director of the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center Regional Office. With more than 30 years of experience in finance and community banking, Barrett brings...

More Students Picking Ð԰ɵ¼º½, Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Team Continues to Break Records

Accepted Students Day at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith welcomed its largest turnout since the event began in 2022. More than 270 students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Tennessee came to Ð԰ɵ¼º½ for their next step in the...

Fall 2024 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

That's the way the Cookie 'Crumbl's

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith student Jackson Kindy manages to juggle a full-time job as the general manager of Crumbl Fort Smith and a full course load in business administration.