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»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Mailbag: Earth Day
The latest edition of the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Mailbag returns with a look at Earth Day and what the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ has done to help the environment. Through the simple act of refilling water bottles, the university has replaced nearly one million...
April 17, 2024
Fourth Fulbright Award Sends Kannan to Malaysia
In a letter of congratulations to Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of Biological Science, Chancellor Terisa Riley wrote, “I can honestly say that throughout my long career, I have never known anyone who has received four Fulbrights. What an outstanding...
April 17, 2024
Student Nurses and the Heart to Save Lives
Nursing students at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ prepare themselves to save lives and keep people healthy. Students say that being a nurse takes a balance of compassion, patience, and knowledge.
April 12, 2024
April 18 Human Trafficking Symposium Sheds Light on Dark Issues
»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ, in partnership with the United States Department of Homeland Security's Center for Countering Human Trafficking, Homeland Security Investigations, and the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Department of Criminal Justice will host a symposium titled "Human Trafficking:...
April 12, 2024Swing into the History of »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Baseball
A look back at the history of baseball at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ from the days under Bill Crowder until now, led by Todd Holland.
April 12, 2024
Crack Open a Book with 'Read This!'
The Read This! program at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ is an immersive literacy experience, encouraging students, faculty, staff, and the community to delve into a chosen novel through guest speakers, events, and guided reading.
April 12, 2024Lion Company Leads the Way
At the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ, students enrolled in the Army ROTC, Lion Company, are earning their education and working toward becoming an enlisted officer in their service to the country.
April 12, 2024
»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Spring Den Day, Largest in a Decade
The »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ hosted its largest Den Day in nearly a decade on Friday, April 12. More than 500 students attended the event and were treated to a campus tour, the ability to explore majors and meet professors, and visit campus...
April 12, 2024
»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Volleyball: Setting the Standard of Athletics
Volleyball at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ has become the standard of athletics for the university. Founded and led by head coach Jane Sargent, the team competes with the best Division II teams yearly. Over the last 26 years at the helm,...
April 12, 2024
Teaching the Educators of the Future
The School of Education at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ has been teaching educators since the turn of the century. Since the beginning, »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ students have earned four-year degrees and teacher licensures in their pursuit of teaching future...
April 12, 2024
Men of Excellence: Shaping Future Leaders
At the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ, the registered student organization, Men of Excellence, prepares men to become leaders of the future.
April 12, 2024
What's the 4-1-1 on Graduation?
Spring commencement at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ is one month away. Graduating students should know what they need to do before the ceremony and what they can access as »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ alums.
April 11, 2024
Acclaimed Forensic Anthropologist Dr. Erin Kimmerle to Speak at »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host Dr. Erin Kimmerle, esteemed forensic anthropologist, artist, and author, for two special guest lectures on Friday, April 19, 2024.
April 10, 2024Faculty, Staff Celebrated for Excellence
On Friday, April 5, the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ administration hosted an appreciation brunch for faculty and staff.
April 09, 2024
Veterans Resource Fair Slated April 10
The Financial Aid & Veteran Benefits office at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ is set to host a Veterans Benefits Mini Resource Fair, aimed at providing military personnel, military veterans, and their dependents with access to a wealth of...
April 08, 2024University Celebrates Years of Service
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith celebrated the years of service of 69 employees who reached benchmark anniversaries this year.
April 05, 2024
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Jennifer Phelan
When Jennifer Phelan decided to return to the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ, she knew doing so as a first-generation non-traditional student would come with challenges. Through the support of her family, positive attitude, and enthusiasm, she...
April 03, 2024
Spring Celebration of the Arts
Join the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ before the end of the spring semester in a host of events celebrating the arts. Catch one of the four remaining Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment events, student recital, or musical ensemble before...
April 03, 2024
First-Generation Staff Spotlight: Patricia Hurtado Perez
As a Hispanic first-generation student, Patricia Hurtado Perez, coordinator for the Upward Bound Math and Science program at the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ, struggled with unique challenges. However, she was undeterred along her path to...
April 02, 2024
Avoid Trepidation with These Tax Time Tips
The deadline to file your 2023 taxes is quickly approaching! Two »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ accounting professors offered tax tips to make sure you are prepared to file on time.
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