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FAFSA: What You Need to Know

The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now open, and the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Office of Financial Aid shares what students need to know and information that is good to know before completing the form.

January 31, 2024
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Dress Blues to Scrubs

When Kaylee Yandell enrolled at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, she did so looking for a new challenge in life. The former Marine traded in her Dress Blues for books and scrubs as she prepares to graduate in May 2024.

January 19, 2024
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Rings in the New Semester with a Week of Events

Spring Back Week returns to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. Join the Campus Activity Board and other Registered Student Organizations with a full slate of events during the first week of the spring semester.

January 10, 2024
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag: Wrapped

Check out the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag: Wrapped. It is the final edition of the semester and covers what you need to know for graduation, we take a look back at the semester, and share some positives heading into the extended break.

December 01, 2023
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Prepares Students for Fall Finals

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith prepares students for finals with the Long Night Against Procrastination. The international tutoring event is designed to help students finish the semester strong.

November 28, 2023
Sophomores, Brenna Smith, psychology major (left) and Shelby Zink, biology major, make traditional corn husk dolls
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Native American Heritage Month Celebrated at Ð԰ɵ¼º½

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith and the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Native American Student Association celebrated Native American Heritage Month (November) with a full slate of campus-wide activities and events.

November 21, 2023
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag: What We're Thankful For

The Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag is back with a special holiday edition! Hear from your fellow Lions as Dr. Riley, students, and staff share what they're thankful for this holiday season.

November 17, 2023
Ð԰ɵ¼º½ students celebrate Culture Fest through dance and traditional clothing
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International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join Ð԰ɵ¼º½ students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...

November 16, 2023
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag: Study Tips

The latest edition of the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag uncovers students' favorite places to study on campus. Read about some studying tips and tricks from Ð԰ɵ¼º½ students and staff as you prepare for finals week, which is one month away.

November 10, 2023
Dr. Marsh Lavenue, CEO of INTERA, guest lectures to Ð԰ɵ¼º½ geology students on Oct. 27, 2023
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CEO of INTERA Visits Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Campus, Students

Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a University of Arkansas - Fort Smith geology...

November 09, 2023
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First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at Ð԰ɵ¼º½, but the support and encouragement from her family and Ð԰ɵ¼º½ staff has helped her achieve...

October 26, 2023
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Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Students

Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.

October 19, 2023
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Students Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day

Students at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day through conversations and bracelets.

October 09, 2023
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Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Places in Four US News Categories.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith earned recognition this week as one of the top public universities in the south according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Colleges rankings, ranking 5th overall for social mobility and 12th ...

November 03, 2021
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Hispanic Heritage Month Kicks Off at Ð԰ɵ¼º½

This Wednesday, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will begin a month-long slate of events celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15. The events, which include a nacho bar and salsa dancing...

September 26, 2021
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2021 Move In Held August 19-21

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students will begin moving into campus housing this Thursday, August 19, and continue through August 21.

August 17, 2021
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Warden Encourages Grads to Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor

Dr. Ken Warden, commissioner of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education and former University of Arkansas – Fort Smith administrator, delivered three keynote addresses Saturday, May 10, encouraging more than 650 Ð԰ɵ¼º½ graduates to move boldly...

April 21, 2026
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Biology Student Turns Childhood Love Into Conservation Calling

Senior biology student Emily Kelly plans a future in ecology and conservation

April 21, 2026

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