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Family Weekend Festivities Slated for Oct. 6-7

At the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith the importance of family in a student’s educational journey is celebrated year-round, but on the First Week of October, the celebrating ramps up. The much-anticipated 2023 Family Weekend is set to take...

September 29, 2023
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Events

Honoring Heritage: How Jaylin Barroso Explores Her Hispanic Identity

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith student Jaylin Barroso details how Hispanic Heritage Month allows her to explore her roots and share her identity and culture with others.

September 28, 2023
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Lion VoicesBusiness and Industry

From Farm to Finance and the Chaos Between: Austin Miller's Path to Success at Ð԰ɵ¼º½

Austin Miller is a senior at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, studying accounting and finance. He shared how he found opportunities on his path to success despite arriving at Ð԰ɵ¼º½ amid the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic.

September 26, 2023
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Laura Flores

Laura Flores, a sophomore Dental Hygiene major, talks about how Ð԰ɵ¼º½ impacted not only her decision to attend this college but also how it has helped her be confident in her choice of career and her choices in life.

September 22, 2023
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EventsNews

College Fair Coming to Ð԰ɵ¼º½

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith to host inaugural fall college fair from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 19. Ð԰ɵ¼º½ will host nearly two dozen colleges and universities from Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for high school students and their...

September 18, 2023
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FeaturedNews

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Ranked as one of 2024's Best Colleges by US News

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith was named to the U.S. News list of 2024 Best Colleges in multiple categories.

September 18, 2023
Ð԰ɵ¼º½ English Professor, Dr. Cammie Sublette
Lion Voices

Faculty Voices: Dr. Cammie Sublette

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith English professor Dr. Cammie Sublette shares how here passion for English has transformed her experience at Ð԰ɵ¼º½ as the Title III SIP Grant Director and professor.

September 18, 2023
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Jasmine Rosa

Lion Voices feature, Jasmine Rosa, a Junior Biology major. Jasmine talks about her future goals and how the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has helped prepare her for her future.

September 15, 2023
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FeaturedNewsBusiness and Industry

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Names Family Enterprise Center for Jim Walcott

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith announced today that it will rename its Family Enterprise Center to honor the late Jim Walcott, whose legacy has profoundly impacted the River Valley.

September 15, 2023
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Chancellor

Fall Semester Sees Enrollment Gain, Busy Days

It has been a fun and busy start to the fall 2023 semester, so I am writing to give you a few updates of interest.

September 15, 2023
Ð԰ɵ¼º½ web specialist, Scott Goines
Lion Voices

Staff Voices: Scott Goines

Meet University of Arkansas - Fort Smith web specialist Scott Goines. He is a first-generation student, the oldest of four brothers, and the one behind the scenes helping ensure all things related to the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ website are optimized.

September 15, 2023
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EventsBusiness and Industry

Secure Your Spot for Meet the Firms

Meet the Firms, an annual accounting and finance networking and recruiting event, returns to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. College of Business and Industry students studying accounting, finance, or information technologies are encouraged...

September 13, 2023
Ð԰ɵ¼º½ students share why they registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.
EventsFeaturedNews

Constitution Week at Ð԰ɵ¼º½, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day

On Sept. 19 the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Student Government Association will be helping students register to vote for National Voter Registration Day. This is one event scheduled as part of Constitution Week.

September 13, 2023
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NewsÐ԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights Ð԰ɵ¼º½ volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!

September 12, 2023
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FeaturedBusiness and IndustryArts and SciencesHealth Education and Human Sciences

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Celebrates Enrollment Increases

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith announced today a 6.8 percent spike in first-year entering students, bringing the total to 889 this year, up from 832 in the 2022-23 academic year. Overall enrollment has also risen by 2.5 percent, up to 5514...

September 08, 2023
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Khuong "Peter" Ta

Lion Voices features Peter, who is an international student from Vietnam. Peter is a Senior, Biochemistry major who has a lot to say about the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith and how it has helped him.

September 08, 2023
Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Alumni Advisory Council's seven newest members. (left to right, top and bottom: Maddie Stojanovic, Josh Funmaker, Laura Schmutz Beltran, Dr. Shelli Henehan, Sam Winterberg, Lindsey Steiger-Muck, Logan Parks)
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Seven Welcomed to Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Alumni Advisory Council

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all Ð԰ɵ¼º½ alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.

September 07, 2023
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EventsNews

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by Ð԰ɵ¼º½ ROTC

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Campus...

September 07, 2023
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EventsNews

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.

September 05, 2023
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Art and DesignArts and SciencesEvents

Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit

A former University of Arkansas - Fort Smith art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the Ð԰ɵ¼º½ Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at Ð԰ɵ¼º½, will be displayed thanks to a generous...

September 04, 2023

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