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Spring Beautiful and Busy on Campus
The next few weeks are so busy that most of us will be wishing we could be in two places at once. The Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment schedule is busy this time of the year with the annual Jazz Band concert scheduled for Tuesday night from 7-9...
April 10, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Concludes Women’s History Month with Local Women in Charge Panel
On Monday, March 27, 2023, a panel of four local leaders spoke at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith highlighting their successes and path to getting to where they are. What made the panel unique: all four leaders were women.
April 07, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Wind Ensemble to Host Symposium, Concert
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Department of Music and Theatre is excited about the new Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment. The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, Director of Bands, will take the stage on April 18 at 7:00 p.m. At the...
April 07, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
Gaby Hernandez Donato, a ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú senior Spanish major, won the Poster Presentation competition at the Sin Limites Spanish and L2 Teachers Symposium on April 1.
April 07, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Student Research Symposium back for 16th Year
On Friday, April 7, 2023, the 16th Annual Student Research Symposium returns as students from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will present nearly 50 diverse research projects culminating in a year’s worth of team and individual work.
April 06, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Students Support Sexual Assault Awareness Month
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has a full slate of Sexual Assault Awareness Month events geared towards building relationships and bringing awareness to a topic that has unfortunately impacted far too many individuals.
April 05, 2023
Criminal Justice Symposium Returns to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú
On Wednesday, April 5, 2023, the annual Criminal Justice Symposium returns to the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. The educational and career-centered event will take place in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center Reynolds Room from 9 a.m. to...
April 04, 2023ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
April 03, 2023
Welding Rodeo Winners
Students from nearly a dozen River Valley high schools competed in this year’s Welding Rodeo at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, presented by the Welding Technology Department of the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú College of Business and Industry.
April 03, 2023
Gift Establishes Franklin and H. Patricia Hawkins Memorial Scholarship
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú received a meaningful gift of $150,000 from the Hawkins Family Limited Partnership to establish the Franklin and H. Patricia Hawkins Memorial Scholarship Endowment. The endowment, established on November 21,...
April 03, 2023
All Women Small Business Panel Coming to CED
On Thursday, April 13, 2023, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center will host a Women’s Small Business Panel.
March 31, 2023
Den Day: 2023
Come one, come all! Den Day returns to the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith campus on Friday, April 14, 2023, in the Stubblefield Center. Check-in starts at 9 a.m. with a welcome and overview of the open campus day beginning at 10 a.m.
March 31, 2023
Traditions Come to Life with Native American Student Association
The sounds of rhythmic drums and chanting were mixed in with the click-clacking of wooden sticks and laughing throughout the Lion’s Den courtyard during the early afternoon of Thursday, March 30, 2023.
March 30, 2023
Open House Welcomes New Adult Degree Completion Program Students
The Adult Degree Completion Program (ADCP) open house event on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, was another example of successful community outreach to connect with adult learners and non-traditional students looking to make a positive change.
March 30, 2023
Symphony, University Bands Bring Beautiful Music to Campus Green
The Fort Smith Symphony and the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host Symphony on the Green this weekend, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers and families. The Saturday, April 1, event kicks off at 3:30 p.m. and is free...
March 29, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Presents a Vision without Limits
The World Languages Department at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú will celebrate a world without limits this week.
March 29, 2023
New Obstacle Course Coming to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú
At 10 a.m., Saturday, April 1, 2023, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Student Veterans Organization and ROTC program will host an inaugural event, "Endurance: The Obstacle Course," at the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Intramural Fields.
March 27, 2023
Open House Welcomes Adult Learners
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú will host an open house for its Adult Degree Completion Program (ADCP) on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Center for Business and Professional Development at the Bakery District in downtown...
March 27, 2023
From WATC to Welder
It isn’t every day when the lightbulb clicks on as if by magic, shining a light on the perfect career path. But for Clayton Moellers, that’s exactly how it happened. Nearly five years ago, as a freshman in high school, the opportunity to take...
March 23, 2023
Employee Mental Health Top of Mind for ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Human Resources
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith prides itself on having some of the most dedicated and highly-qualified faculty and staff in the country – experts who choose to bring their knowledge and skill to the River Valley. To help ensure the people...
March 23, 2023Popular Topics
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