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25 New Faculty Members Join ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ

Twenty five new full-time faculty members will join ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ for the 2025-26 academic year, strengthening programs across its three colleges and expanding academic resources for students.

August 18, 2025
Kayla McIntosh, director of first-year advising
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McIntosh Named ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Director of First Year Advising

Kayla McIntosh named as new director of first-year advising (ROAR) at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ

July 18, 2025
Incoming students leave the Stubblefield Center during ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ's first Mane Event of the summer
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‘Lion Family’ Grows with Mane Event

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ hosted its first of three new student orientations, Mane Event, of the summer on Friday, June 20, 2025.

June 20, 2025
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Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.

June 20, 2025
Troy Rodriguez smiles in front of the lion mural at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Alumni Center
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Delayed but not Defeated, Troy Rodriguez Earns ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Degree

First-generation student Troy Rodriguez will graduate from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ on May 10 with a degree in business administration. The accomplishment comes after stepping away from school before returning two years later.

May 05, 2025
Itzel Espinosa, business administration graduate
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Students Receive Certificate of Distinction Ahead of Graduation

Twelve students from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ have been awarded a Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development by the Babb Center for Career Services.

May 02, 2025
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Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2024-2025

The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith has named students as Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-2025 academic year.

April 24, 2025
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18th Annual Student Research Symposium Winners Announced

Fourteen research presentations were selected as winners of the 18th Annual Student Research Symposium at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ.

April 18, 2025
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Spring 2025 Commencement to Honor 650 Graduates

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will recognize more than 650 graduates across three commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 10, at the Stubblefield Center.

April 14, 2025
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18th Annual Research Symposium Slated for April 11

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ will host its 18th Annual Student Research Symposium from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, April 11.

April 07, 2025
Intrepid Ambition, the campaign for the river valley
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Launches $85 Million 'Intrepid Ambition' Campaign

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ publicly launched its largest fundraising initiative in history unveiling Intrepid Ambition, an $85 million comprehensive campaign designed to reshape access to education, elevate academic excellence, and power economic development across the...

April 02, 2025
Nigel Otero, advising coordinator, College of Business and Industry, stands outside of his office on the second floor of the Flanders Building
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Nigel Otero: Turning Opportunities into Inspiration

When Nigel Otero came to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, he did so knowing it was an opportunity he wouldn't squander. Now, as an advising coordinator for the College of Business and Industry, he's working to inspire students to achieve...

March 31, 2025
A man programs a piece of robotic equipment in an advanced manufacturing engineering lab
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Advancing Manufacturing

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is laying the foundation for the next era of industry in the River Valley—equipping students, workers, and employers with the tools, training, and talent to lead in an advanced manufacturing economy. From engineering labs to apprenticeship...

March 26, 2025
Zach Gramlich at the Capitol
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Zack Gramlich: Leading from Home

Zack Gramlich isn’t waiting for change—he’s building it. In the classroom and in the Capitol, he’s turning belief into momentum, showing the next generation what’s possible when you lead with purpose and stay rooted in your community. ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ...

March 18, 2025
Students with IEEE check out machinery inside the James W. Trimble Lock and Dam.
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Field Trip Offers Insight to Engineering Careers

Students from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ's Institution of Electronics and Electrical Engineering chapter recently visited the James W. Trimble Lock and Dam in Barling, Arkansas, for a first-hand look at engineering careers.

March 18, 2025
The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ satelitte office at the Fort Smith Bakery District
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Barrett Named Director of ASBTDC at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ announced Ty Barrett as the new director of the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center Regional Office. With more than 30 years of experience in finance and community banking, Barrett brings...

March 04, 2025
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More Students Picking ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Team Continues to Break Records

Accepted Students Day at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ welcomed its largest turnout since the event began in 2022. More than 270 students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Tennessee came to ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ for their next step in the...

February 28, 2025
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Fall 2024 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

January 29, 2025
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That's the way the Cookie 'Crumbl's

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ student Jackson Kindy manages to juggle a full-time job as the general manager of Crumbl Fort Smith and a full course load in business administration.

December 20, 2024
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$1.7M HIRED Grant Bolsters Advanced Manufacturing Efforts

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has been awarded a $1.7 million Higher Industry Readiness through Educational Development (HIRED) grant, one of just three universities in the state to receive awards from both the Division of Higher Education...

December 19, 2024

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