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Crawford County Chronicles Returns for 2024 Season
The Crawford County Chronicles will launch its 2024 season on Sunday, May 5, at 2 p.m., featuring a 19th-century music performance led by Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, a University of Arkansas – Fort Smith music professor, and her students. The event,...
May 02, 2024
Alexander to Serve as Next Dean of Arts and Sciences
Dr. Toni Alexander will serve as the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Alexander, a seasoned academic leader, will assume her new role on July 8, 2024, following a comprehensive national search.
April 30, 2024
Jordan Mader and the Chemists of the Future
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ professor of chemistry Jordan Mader may have a last name that rhymes with an iconic Star Wars villain, but she is the opposite of the "Dark Side" when it comes to teaching the future of chemists.
April 30, 2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2023-2024
Students at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ who were nominated by ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ faculty members for their exceptional dedication in the classroom were honored as recipients of the Academic Excellence Awards.
April 29, 2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Celebrates 1,928 Minutes of Giving
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is set to celebrate its annual Day of Giving, starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday, April 25, and concluding at 3:08 p.m. on Friday, April 26, for a total of 1,928 minutes of giving.
April 23, 2024
Finals Prep Event Returns, but with New Name
The Long Night Against Procrastination returns to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ with a new name: The Long Night of Preparation. The event aims to help students prepare for finals and destress from end-of-semester obligations.
April 19, 2024Winners Announced for 17th Annual Student Research Symposium
Fourteen winning individuals and teams were announced following the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ 17th Annual Student Research Symposium. Monetary awards were given to 29 student composed of team and individual presentations.
April 18, 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
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Spring Den Day, Largest in a Decade
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ 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
Azahares Launches 2024 Edition
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ announced the release of the 2024 edition of Azahares, the university’s award-winning Spanish-language literary magazine with a standing-room-only celebration April 11.
April 12, 2024
April 18 Human Trafficking Symposium Sheds Light on Dark Issues
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, in partnership with the United States Department of Homeland Security's Center for Countering Human Trafficking, Homeland Security Investigations, and the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Department of Criminal Justice will host a symposium titled "Human Trafficking:...
April 12, 2024
What's the 4-1-1 on Graduation?
Spring commencement at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is one month away. Graduating students should know what they need to do before the ceremony and what they can access as ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ alums.
April 11, 2024
Acclaimed Forensic Anthropologist Dr. Erin Kimmerle to Speak at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
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, 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 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 ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, struggled with unique challenges. However, she was undeterred along her path to...
April 02, 2024
17th Annual Research Symposium Slated April 5
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ 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 research across all academic disciplines, will take place at Boreham Library and the Pendergraft...
April 01, 2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Student Research Symposium Tabbed for 17th Year
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Student Research Symposium is slated for the 17th year on Friday, April 5, from noon to 4 p.m. More than 45 research projects comprised of nearly 100 students will conduct half-hour demonstrations, lectures,...
March 29, 2024
Women's History Month: Dr. Ann-Gee Lee
Today’s Women’s History Month feature is Dr. Ann-Gee Lee, professor and assistant chair of English Rhetoric and Writing and Media Communication. Dr. Lee brings a unique perspective to her field, especially through her focus on feminist historiogr...
March 26, 2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to Host Arkansas Academy of Science Annual Conference
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host the 107th Annual Meeting of the Arkansas Academy of Science (AAS) on April 5-6, 2024.
March 25, 2024
Women'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 ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ eSports Coach shares a recent source of inspiration that reignited her passion for feminism...
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