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Graduate stands with 91×ÔÅÄ Chancellor Terisa Riley on graduation day
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91×ÔÅÄ Graduates Reflect Ahead of 105th Commencement

Three of the more than 450 University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students who will be honored this Saturday at the university’s 105th commencement ceremony shared reflections on their university careers this week, looking back on the triumphs,...

December 17, 2021
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Pitsch to Serve as Fall 2021 Commencement Speaker

Senator Mathew Pitsch will serve as the guest speaker for the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s fall commencement ceremony held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 18, at the Stubblefield Center on the 91×ÔÅÄ campus at 5402 Kinkead...

December 12, 2021
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Men of Excellence Earn Over $10,000 in Crowdfunding Campaign

Concluding a month-long crowdfunding campaign, the new University of Arkansas – Fort Smith program 91×ÔÅÄ Men of Excellence (MOX) is ahead more than $10,000.

December 07, 2021
women's basketball coach Louis Whorton
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91×ÔÅÄ Mourns Passing of Coaching Legend Louis Whorton

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Athletics family mourns the loss of Hall of Fame Head Women's Basketball Coach Louis Whorton, who passed away over the weekend.

December 06, 2021
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FeaturedNewsHealth Education and Human Sciences

91×ÔÅÄ Announces New Diversity Studies Minor

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students now have the option to minor in an important new discipline: Diversity Studies, following approval from the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating...

December 06, 2021
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Kelley to Lead Cub Camp

Logan Kelley, a junior Business Administration major at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, will serve as the 91×ÔÅÄ 2022 Cub Camp director.

December 01, 2021
Dylan Newell runs home to his Fraternity, Sigma Nu, at the 2021 Bid Day celebration.
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100+ Students Join Greek Life at 91×ÔÅÄ

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith held its annual fraternity and sorority initiations throughout the month of November, concluding with more than 100 new members officially joining their new collegiate families. Sorority and Fraternities...

November 29, 2021
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91×ÔÅÄ Music & Theater to Perform 1940s Radio Hour

The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith Department of Music and Theatre will present the musical production "The 1940s Radio Hour" at 7 p.m., Dec. 3-4, at Breedlove Auditorium on the 91×ÔÅÄ campus.

November 29, 2021
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Eaton Earns Artist 360 Grant

James Eaton IV, a senior music student at the University of Arkansas- Fort Smith, was recently awarded a prestigious Artist 360 grant from the Mid-America Arts Alliance to further his work as a musician and composer.

November 22, 2021
Jason Byrd
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Byrd Tapped to Lead 91×ÔÅÄ Library

The 91×ÔÅÄ has selected Jason Byrd to head the Boreham Library, beginning January 18, 2022.

November 15, 2021
Wind Ensemble
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91×ÔÅÄ Wind Ensemble Takes Stage, Live in Concert

The Department of Music and Theatre will present the 91×ÔÅÄ Wind Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, this Tuesday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. on stage at the ArcBest Performing Arts Center. This will be the ensemble’s first time...

November 10, 2021
Flags on the 91×ÔÅÄ green
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Student Veterans to Host Annual Banquet

The Student Veterans Organization (SVO) at the 91×ÔÅÄ will host a Veterans Banquet in the 91×ÔÅÄ Campus Center Reynolds Room on Wednesday, November 10th from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

November 08, 2021
Students study on the campus green under fall trees
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91×ÔÅÄ 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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91×ÔÅÄ Announces Native American Heritage Month Slate

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host its annual slate of events celebrating Native American History Month throughout November as a collaborative effort between the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the Native American Student...

November 03, 2021
Jordan Mader on a Geoscience Water Testing Trip
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Dr. Jordan Mader

In celebration of the first Friday of Pride month, our #LionVoices feature is Jordan Mader, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at 91×ÔÅÄ and an advisor for Pride Club and Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS). Jordan earned her Ph.D. in...

October 30, 2021
91×ÔÅÄ students hand out candy during the annual Haunted Union trunk or treat.
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91×ÔÅÄ to host Haunted Union Oct. 30, 6-9 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host its annual Haunted Union this Saturday, October 30, from 6-9 p.m. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

October 28, 2021
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EventsFeaturedHealth Education and Human Sciences

91×ÔÅÄ to Host Three Candidates for CHEHS Dean

The search committee for the College of Health, Education & Human Sciences dean position has narrowed the list of candidates to three highly-qualified individuals who will participate in on-campus and virtual interviews November 4 - 11

October 28, 2021
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91×ÔÅÄ to Host Health Secretary Dr. Jose Romero Oct. 29

The 91×ÔÅÄ Democracy Project will host Arkansas Health Secretary Dr. Jose Romero in a town hall at 11 a.m., Friday, October 29, 2021, in the Reynolds Room of the 91×ÔÅÄ Campus Center. Attendees can also join virtually by registering at this link. This...

October 26, 2021
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ADCP named Outstanding Adult Education Program of the Year

The Adult Degree Completion Program at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, along with Dr. Tina Root, Dr. Kristin Tardif, and Dr. Ken Warden, earned the prestigious Malcolm Knowles Award for outstanding adult education program leadership earlier...

October 25, 2021
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91×ÔÅÄ Family Weekend

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will celebrate its annual Family Weekend. On Oct. 22 and 23, all 91×ÔÅÄ students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to bring their families to a slate of campus activities, including Lady Lions Volleyball,...

October 18, 2021

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