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Patricia Hurtado Perez, Coordinator for Upward Bound Math and Science
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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
a student demonstrates his research during the 2023 symposium
Arts and SciencesBusiness and IndustryFeaturedHealth Education and Human Sciences

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
Students give poster presentation of research during the 16th Annual Student Research Symposium
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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
Lee, right, poses with her mother, as Tang holds her small niece on the back of a motorcycle taxi
Arts and Sciences

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 students in Dr. Jordan Mader's Chemistry Lab
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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
Dr. Nicki Stancil
Arts and SciencesFeatured

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...

March 18, 2024
music students perform during the uafs season of entertainment
Arts and Sciences

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to host College Music Society Conference

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ (ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ) Department of Music & Theatre is set to host the 2024 South Central Chapter Conference of the College Music Society from March 14-16.

March 14, 2024
Dr. Sophia Farmer
Art and DesignArts and SciencesFeatured

Women'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 ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Art and Design Department. Dr. Farmer is dedicated to enriching academia and the arts with the contributions of women, aiming...

March 06, 2024
Lawrence, Jackson, Wineland and Husarick
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2023 Faculty Appreciation Award Winners Named

On April 7, 2023, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith (ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ) celebrated academic excellence by awarding four distinguished faculty members with Faculty Appreciation Awards. The 2023 winners are, Dr. Lindsy Lawrence for the Lucille Speakman...

March 04, 2024
ArcBest at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Career Fair
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Career Fair set for March 7

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is set to host its much-anticipated All-Majors Career Fair, bringing together students and top employers from across the state. Scheduled for Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the fair will take place at the Smith-Pendergraft...

March 04, 2024
Dr. Janine Chitty and her husband, Chuck
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First-Generation Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Janine Chitty

Before Dr. Janine Chitty began teaching English at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, she was a non-traditional first-generation student learning to navigate college. She now uses her experience to guide students facing similar challenges so...

March 01, 2024
graphic for 9 to 5 the musical
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Music & Theatre Department to Present 9 to 5 The Musical

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Music & Theatre Department is proud to announce its upcoming production of 9 to 5 The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick. This empowering and comedic musical,...

February 19, 2024
Art and Design students and faculty speak to interested students about joining the program
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Accepted Day and Majors Expo to Run in Conjunction

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Office and ROAR First Year Advising Center partner to host Accepted Day and the 2024 Majors Expo on Feb. 9 for incoming and current students to learn about ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ and the incredible majors offered.

February 08, 2024
Logan Aguilera, class of '23, coaches a player at Sallisaw during a football game. Aguilera is a geography teacher at Sallisaw Middle School.
AlumniArts and SciencesLion Voices

Some Things Are Worth Waiting For

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ College of Arts and Sciences 2023 alum Logan Aguilera encourages students to practice patience. ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ helped prepare him to be a middle school teacher in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, and become a coach of six different teams....

February 08, 2024
First-Generation and student-athlete, Hannah Boyett poses on graduation day, May 2023 in front of the Numa statue at the Stubblefield Center.
Arts and SciencesAthleticsFirst GenerationLion VoicesStudents

First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Boyett

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ first-generation graduate and grad school student Hannah Boyett discusses finding her success at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ in the classroom and on the court.

February 08, 2024
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Arts and SciencesBusiness and IndustryFeaturedHealth Education and Human Sciences

Fall 2023 Deans List Announced

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ 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, 2024
Tom Wing and Shadow Robinson at the Preserve Arkansas Awards
Arts and SciencesCommunityNews

Wilhauf House Wins Excellence in Preservation through Restoration at Arkansas Preservation Awards

The Wilhauf House in Van Buren was honored with the Excellence in Preservation through Restoration award at the annual Arkansas Preservation Awards hosted by Preserve Arkansas.

January 26, 2024
Artist Katya Grokhovsky poses with a drawing
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Artist in Residence to Give Talk

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Art & Design Artist in Residence welcomes Katya Grokhovsky, a New York-based artist, for her spring 2024 residency. Grokhovsky will present an Artist Talks event in the Windgate Theatre on Jan. 31.

January 26, 2024
The Dark-eyed Junco is seen in the snow
FeaturedArts and Sciences

Bird-Watchers Rejoice at Snow Birds' Return

As Arkansas braces for another round of snowfall and temperatures dip below freezing, the age-old past time of bird watching is bringing joy to river valley residents. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of Arkansas –...

January 15, 2024
Dr. Ann-Gee Lee poses with her dog, Alfredo. The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Belltower can be seen in the background.
Arts and SciencesLion Voices

The Cultural Embrace of Dr. Ann-Gee Lee

Dr. Ann-Gee Lee came to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, thinking her time would be merely a pitstop. Thirteen years later, she has no plans to leave and is eager to share her knowledge with anyone.

January 08, 2024

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