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College Fair Coming to ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to host inaugural fall college fair from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 19. ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ will host nearly two dozen colleges and universities from Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for high school students and their...

September 18, 2023
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Secure Your Spot for Meet the Firms

Meet the Firms, an annual accounting and finance networking and recruiting event, returns to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ. College of Business and Industry students studying accounting, finance, or information technologies are encouraged...

September 13, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students share why they registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.
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Constitution Week at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day

On Sept. 19 the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Student Government Association will be helping students register to vote for National Voter Registration Day. This is one event scheduled as part of Constitution Week.

September 13, 2023
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9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ROTC

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Campus...

September 07, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.

September 05, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit

A former ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, will be displayed thanks to a generous...

September 04, 2023
Personal de la Oficina de Admisiones de la ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
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La ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ organizará el evento de Admisiones Si Se Puede

El evento será completamente en español y tiene como objetivo proporcionar a la comunidad hispana información útil sobre las necesidades de los estudiantes para una transición exitosa a la Universidad de Arkansas - Fort Smith

September 01, 2023
Haunted Hustle 5K
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Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Alumni Office's annual 5k returns during the Family Weekend celebration. The Haunted Hustle 5k will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ campus.

September 01, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to Host Sí Se Puede ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Event

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Office of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ welcomes Spanish-speaking families to share important information about transitioning to the university. The event, Si Se Puede, will be conducted in Spanish.

September 01, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students gather around a yard-game of Connect Four in the Lion's Den Courtyard
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Cub Camp Kick Off

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ kicked off its 20th Cub Camp with record-breaking participation on the heels of a 5% increase in first-time entering students compared to the 2022-23 academic year.

August 17, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students gather to play Spikeball during Welcome Week 2022 on the Campus Green
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Welcome Week 2023

Experience a vibrant start to the semester at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµâ€™s Welcome Week 2023! Connect, engage, and thrive with exciting campus events. Check out the full Welcome Week schedule of events.

August 15, 2023
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Get 'Move-In' Ready

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith fall 2023 semester is approaching. Shortly before the semester begins, hundreds of students will move into their new space as Lion’s Den or Sebastian Commons residents. Before move-in, the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Resident...

August 10, 2023
Anna Demmer (10) leaps to return a shot by an opponent
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Alumni Prepare for Inaugural Game

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ volleyball alumni set to return for the inaugural alumni game. Some of the greatest Lions will compete against current players on Saturday, August 19, at 2 p.m., at Stubblefield Center. The game is free and open...

August 07, 2023
A family waves as they exit the June 2023 Mane Event
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July 28 Mane Event to Feature Spanish Track for Familes

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ will continue its commitment to inclusive community engagement during its upcoming Mane Event orientation on Friday, July 28, 2023, with specialized Spanish language sessions to help parents and families learn...

July 21, 2023
Students wave to the camera during Mane Event at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ
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Students Prepare for Fall Classes at Mane Event

Nearly 300 students attended the second of three Mane Events at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ as they prepare for fall classes.

July 21, 2023
An historic photo of Stuckey's candies
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Stuckey's CEO to Speak to Family Enterprise Center

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Family Enterprise Center will host renowned speaker Stephanie Stuckey, CEO of Stuckey’s, for its quarterly breakfast slated for 7:30 a.m., Thursday, June 29, at the Center for Economic Development at the...

June 22, 2023
Students cheer with a poster at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mane Event
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Mane Event Q&A

Close to 300 incoming students filled the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith campus on Friday, June 16, 2023 for a new student orientation called Mane Event. The students will begin their journey as Lions in the fall of 2023 taking paths as student-athletes,...

June 16, 2023
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Gettin' Shrimpy With It

It’s okay to be ‘shellfish’ at the annual all-you-can-eat Roarin' on the River Shrimp Boil. Recent graduates and all Lions are invited to chow down on heaping portions of boiled shrimp, andouille sausage, corn-on-the-cob, potatoes, and KJ’s...

June 01, 2023
Posters for ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Department of Music and Theatre summer camps; Summer Band Camp (left) and Jazz Band Workshop
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Summertime Music: ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Department of Music and Theatre Host Summer Camps

During the early weeks of summer at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, chattering squirrels, the puttering of golf carts, and the sounds of prospective students on campus tours fill the air. But beginning Monday, June 12, notes will sound...

June 01, 2023
Jayson Toney (left) and Callie Scherrey (right)
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Two ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Students to Compete for Miss Arkansas Crown

Getting dolled up and competing in front of an audience is nothing new for two University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students. Junior Jayson Toney, a media communications major, and senior Callie Scherrey, a nursing major, will call Little Rock home...

May 24, 2023

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