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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: Where Memories Roar

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag returns with a recap of Homecoming 2024: Where Memories Roar. From competitions, reunions, awards, and games, homecoming week was full of excitement, and the campus was buzzing.

February 23, 2024
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Student Organization, Baha'i Club, Examines Race Through Conversations

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ registered student organization, Baha'i Club, invited students, faculty, staff, and the community to engage in meaningful conversations focused on "Healing Racism."

February 13, 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
First-Generation and student-athlete, Hannah Boyett poses on graduation day, May 2023 in front of the Numa statue at the Stubblefield Center.
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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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FAFSA: What You Need to Know

The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now open, and the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Office of Financial Aid shares what students need to know and information that is good to know before completing the form.

January 31, 2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ surgical technology student, Kaylee Yandell
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Dress Blues to Scrubs

When Kaylee Yandell enrolled at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, she did so looking for a new challenge in life. The former Marine traded in her Dress Blues for books and scrubs as she prepares to graduate in May 2024.

January 19, 2024
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Rings in the New Semester with a Week of Events

Spring Back Week returns to the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ. Join the Campus Activity Board and other Registered Student Organizations with a full slate of events during the first week of the spring semester.

January 10, 2024
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: Wrapped

Check out the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: Wrapped. It is the final edition of the semester and covers what you need to know for graduation, we take a look back at the semester, and share some positives heading into the extended break.

December 01, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Prepares Students for Fall Finals

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ prepares students for finals with the Long Night Against Procrastination. The international tutoring event is designed to help students finish the semester strong.

November 28, 2023
Sophomores, Brenna Smith, psychology major (left) and Shelby Zink, biology major, make traditional corn husk dolls
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Native American Heritage Month Celebrated at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ and the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Native American Student Association celebrated Native American Heritage Month (November) with a full slate of campus-wide activities and events.

November 21, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: What We're Thankful For

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag is back with a special holiday edition! Hear from your fellow Lions as Dr. Riley, students, and staff share what they're thankful for this holiday season.

November 17, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students celebrate Culture Fest through dance and traditional clothing
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International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest

The ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...

November 16, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: Study Tips

The latest edition of the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag uncovers students' favorite places to study on campus. Read about some studying tips and tricks from ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students and staff as you prepare for finals week, which is one month away.

November 10, 2023
Dr. Marsh Lavenue, CEO of INTERA, guest lectures to ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ geology students on Oct. 27, 2023
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CEO of INTERA Visits ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Campus, Students

Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ geology...

November 09, 2023
Mayeli Rivas, ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ junior nursing student
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First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, but the support and encouragement from her family and ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ staff has helped her achieve...

October 26, 2023
Mayor George McGill (center) speaks to LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance students at recent Leadership Nuts and Bolts lecture
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Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Students

Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.

October 19, 2023
Bracelets made and handed out by the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Native American Student Association on Indigenous Peoples' Day, 2023
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Students Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day

Students at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day through conversations and bracelets.

October 09, 2023
Students study on the campus green under fall trees
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ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Places in Four US News Categories.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith earned recognition this week as one of the top public universities in the south according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Colleges rankings, ranking 5th overall for social mobility and 12th ...

November 03, 2021
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Hispanic Heritage Month Kicks Off at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ

This Wednesday, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will begin a month-long slate of events celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15. The events, which include a nacho bar and salsa dancing...

September 26, 2021
Students move boxes during ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ move in day
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2021 Move In Held August 19-21

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ students will begin moving into campus housing this Thursday, August 19, and continue through August 21.

August 17, 2021

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