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91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Spring Den Day, Largest in a Decade

The 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø hosted its largest Den Day in nearly a decade on Friday, April 12. More than 500 students attended the event and were treated to a campus tour, the ability to explore majors and meet professors, and visit campus...

April 12, 2024
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What's the 4-1-1 on Graduation?

Spring commencement at the 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø is one month away. Graduating students should know what they need to do before the ceremony and what they can access as 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø alums.

April 11, 2024
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Acclaimed Forensic Anthropologist Dr. Erin Kimmerle to Speak at 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host Dr. Erin Kimmerle, esteemed forensic anthropologist, artist, and author, for two special guest lectures on Friday, April 19, 2024.

April 10, 2024
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Spring Celebration of the Arts

Join the 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø before the end of the spring semester in a host of events celebrating the arts. Catch one of the four remaining Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment events, student recital, or musical ensemble before...

April 03, 2024
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Avoid Trepidation with These Tax Time Tips

The deadline to file your 2023 taxes is quickly approaching! Two 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø accounting professors offered tax tips to make sure you are prepared to file on time.

April 02, 2024
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17th Annual Research Symposium Slated April 5

91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø will host its 17th Annual Student Research Symposium from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2024. The event, showcasing a wide array of student-led research across all academic disciplines, will take place at Boreham Library and the Pendergraft...

April 01, 2024
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91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Welding Rodeo Back for Sixth Year

The 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø College of Business and Industry is set to host the sixth annual Welding Rodeo on April 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eighty high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from more than nine school districts will...

March 29, 2024
Students give poster presentation of research during the 16th Annual Student Research Symposium
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91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Student Research Symposium Tabbed for 17th Year

The 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Student Research Symposium is slated for the 17th year on Friday, April 5, from noon to 4 p.m. More than 45 research projects comprised of nearly 100 students will conduct half-hour demonstrations, lectures,...

March 29, 2024
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91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Cheer Builds Up Champions

With college nationals just a few weeks away, the all-star 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Cheer team is ready to take Daytona by storm. The 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø cheer team has won 4 NCA Nationals Championships in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022, and has reached the collegiate tournament 14 seasons...

March 29, 2024
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Holi Returns to 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Campus

Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors, was celebrated at the 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø. The Desi Cultural Club brought the colorful holiday back to campus for a second year in a row.

March 29, 2024
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Women's History Month: Dr. Nicki Stancil

In this week’s Women's History Month spotlight, Dr. Nicole "Nicki" Stancil, Associate Professor and Program Director of Media Communication and beloved 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø eSports Coach shares a recent source of inspiration that reignited her passion for feminism...

March 18, 2024
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Women's History Month: Dr. Shelli Henehan

In this installment of our Women's History Month series, we feature Shelli Henehan, Professor, Assessment Coordinator, and Director of Early Childhood Education. Henehan reflected on her journey in higher education and the impact of mentorship on...

March 13, 2024
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Women's History Month: Katie Beineke

In this week’s Women’s History Month profile, we feature Katie Beineke, Senior Associate Athletic Director at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. Beineke's journey and leadership role at 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø underscores the unique perspectives and contributions...

March 13, 2024
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91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage

The 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø welcomes the Arkansas Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.

March 07, 2024
Dr. Sophia Farmer
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Women's History Month: Dr. Sophia Farmer

Kicking off our Women's History Month series is Dr. Sophia Maxine Farmer, Assistant Professor of Art History in the 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Art and Design Department. Dr. Farmer is dedicated to enriching academia and the arts with the contributions of women, aiming...

March 06, 2024
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Holcomb, Boylan Crowned at Homecoming 2024

On Saturday afternoon, February 17, 2024, the Where Memories Roar slate of homecoming festivities at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Hendrix Holcomb and Krystal Boylan as 2024 Homecoming King and Queen.

February 17, 2024
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91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Honors Alumni Award Winners

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council honored five Lions at the Alumni Brunch today as part of 2024 homecoming events. Dr. Daniel Fudge, ‘12, and Jaime Vargas, ’18 and ‘23, received the Young Alumni Award, Sara Putman...

February 17, 2024
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Fall 2023 Deans List Announced

The 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø has released the Dean's List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.

February 05, 2024
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Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar"

91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar" The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host its annual Homecoming celebration February 12-17, 2024. This year's theme, "Where Memories Roar," promises a week filled with spirited events...

February 05, 2024
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FAFSA: What You Need to Know

The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now open, and the 91Ãâ·Ñ¸£ÀûÍø Office of Financial Aid shares what students need to know and information that is good to know before completing the form.

January 31, 2024

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