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Crack Open a Book with 'Read This!'
The Read This! program at the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith 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, 2024What's the 4-1-1 on Graduation?
Spring commencement at the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith is one month away. Graduating students should know what they need to do before the ceremony and what they can access as ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ alums.
April 11, 2024Acclaimed Forensic Anthropologist Dr. Erin Kimmerle to Speak at ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ
The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ – 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, 2024Spring Celebration of the Arts
Join the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith 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, 2024Avoid Trepidation with These Tax Time Tips
The deadline to file your 2023 taxes is quickly approaching! Two University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ professors offered tax tips to make sure you are prepared to file on time.
April 02, 202417th Annual Research Symposium Slated April 5
ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ will host its 17th Annual Student Research Symposium from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2024. The event, showcasing a wide array of student-led ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ across all academic disciplines, will take place at Boreham Library and the Pendergraft...
April 01, 2024ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Welding Rodeo Back for Sixth Year
The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith College of Business and Industry is set to host the sixth annual Welding Rodeo on April 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eighty high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from more than nine school districts will...
March 29, 2024ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Student Research Symposium Tabbed for 17th Year
The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith Student Research Symposium is slated for the 17th year on Friday, April 5, from noon to 4 p.m. More than 45 ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ projects comprised of nearly 100 students will conduct half-hour demonstrations, lectures,...
March 29, 2024Holi Returns to ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Campus
Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors, was celebrated at the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith. The Desi Cultural Club brought the colorful holiday back to campus for a second year in a row.
March 29, 2024ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Cheer Builds Up Champions
With college nationals just a few weeks away, the all-star ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Cheer team is ready to take Daytona by storm. The ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ cheer team has won 4 NCA Nationals Championships in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022, and has reached the collegiate tournament 14 seasons...
March 29, 2024Women's History Month: Dr. Nicki Stancil
In this week’s Women's History Month spotlight, Dr. Nicole "Nicki" Stancil, Associate Professor and Program Director of Media Communication and beloved ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ eSports Coach shares a recent source of inspiration that reignited her passion for feminism...
March 18, 2024Women's History Month: Katie Beineke
In this week’s Women’s History Month profile, we feature Katie Beineke, Senior Associate Athletic Director at the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ – Fort Smith. Beineke's journey and leadership role at ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ underscores the unique perspectives and contributions...
March 13, 2024Women's History Month: Dr. Shelli Henehan
In this installment of our Women's History Month series, we feature Shelli Henehan, Professor, Assessment Coordinator, and Director of Early Childhood Education. Henehan reflected on her journey in higher education and the impact of mentorship on...
March 13, 2024ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage
The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith welcomes the ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.
March 07, 2024Women's History Month: Dr. Sophia Farmer
Kicking off our Women's History Month series is Dr. Sophia Maxine Farmer, Assistant Professor of Art History in the ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Art and Design Department. Dr. Farmer is dedicated to enriching academia and the arts with the contributions of women, aiming...
March 06, 2024ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Honors Alumni Award Winners
The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ – Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council honored five Lions at the Alumni Brunch today as part of 2024 homecoming events. Dr. Daniel Fudge, ‘12, and Jaime Vargas, ’18 and ‘23, received the Young Alumni Award, Sara Putman...
February 17, 2024Holcomb, Boylan Crowned at Homecoming 2024
On Saturday afternoon, February 17, 2024, the Where Memories Roar slate of homecoming festivities at the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ – Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Hendrix Holcomb and Krystal Boylan as 2024 Homecoming King and Queen.
February 17, 2024Fall 2023 Deans List Announced
The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.
February 05, 2024Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar"
ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar" The University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ – Fort Smith will host its annual Homecoming celebration February 12-17, 2024. This year's theme, "Where Memories Roar," promises a week filled with spirited events...
February 05, 2024FAFSA: What You Need to Know
The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now open, and the University of ºÚË¿ÄÚÉäÊÓƵ - Fort Smith Office of Financial Aid shares what students need to know and information that is good to know before completing the form.
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