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Perseverance Pays Off for First-Generation Graduate
Miguel Roque, UAFS class of ’22, knows the importance of working hard to overcome obstacles, and he’s used that skill to become a first-generation college graduate and military officer.
January 26, 2023Business Major Values Friendship, Involvement, and Planning
Unlike most students on their first day of college at UAFS, JT Beasley showed up at Cub Camp in August with 32 credits and a plan to complete his college degree for free.
January 25, 2023For the Love of Dance and Language
Dance is a joyful practice for Isaac Navarro, UAFS class of ’12, who shares that joy with the community as a Zumba instructor at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s Recreation and Wellness Center and Mercy Fitness Center.
January 24, 2023
Chancellor Message: Weather Update
Due to hazardous weather conditions, the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus will be closed on Wednesday, January 25, 2023.
January 24, 2023 Chancellor’s Message: Jan. 24 Early Release
As a result of predictions from the National Weather Service, UAFS Chancellor Terisa Riley is authorizing an early release from work and classes at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24, 2023.
January 23, 2023New Teacher Gives Voice to Spanish Speakers
Fatima Bonilla, UAFS class of ’22, grew up in a Spanish-speaking household so she did not learn English until she started school.
January 23, 2023
Lion Voices - Dominic Mai
Dominic talks about his time on campus and the VSA Lunar New Year.
January 20, 2023
Annual MLK Events Build Bridges
Community leaders and engaged citizens of the Fort Smith community gathered at Elm Grove Community Center Monday, Jan. 16, to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s annual breakfast...
January 16, 2023
UAFS to Host Slate of Events Honoring MLK
Under the theme “Crossing the Bridge over Troubled Waters,” the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will partner with area agencies to host a slate of events honoring the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 01, 2023
Two-Time Pulitzer Winner Colson Whitehead to Speak Feb. 7
Celebrated American novelist Colson Whitehead, known for his unmatched breadth of subject matter and his profound, impactful novels that boldly confront the ills of society, will be the first Winthrop Rockefeller Distinguished Lecturer at the University...
December 12, 2022
2022 Fall Commencement to Honor More than 600
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will host its 107th Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, December 17, with more than 600 students slated to cross the stage. Graduates of the College of Arts and Sciences will be honored at 10 a.m., and graduates...
December 04, 2022
Lion Voices - Demonte Jamison
Demonte talks about his experience at UAFS.
December 02, 2022
Staff Voices: Cathy Mullis
Cathy Mullis serves as an Administrative Specialist at the front desk of the Plant Operations building, making sure none of our Lions get locked out! She also provides badges and key sets to campus vendors and contractors and approves reservations...
December 01, 2022UAFS Undergrad Presents Biomedical Research
Sydney Du, an undergraduate student from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith was honored to present her research at the 2022 conference of the Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) Oct. 21-22 at the University of Arkansas...
November 28, 2022
Lion Voices - Aaron Krafft
Aaron talks about his time on campus and how it has become more than a school, but a family.
November 25, 2022
Barroso Wins Spanish Poetry Slam
Students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith conquered stage fright to throw down in the Department of World Languages’ first Spanish Poetry Slam last week. More than 120 students attended the slam, held November 10 in the UAFS Windgate...
November 15, 2022
LionHeart Fills the Fridge for the Holidays
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s student-led philanthropic organization LionHeart will partner with Antioch Youth and Family this week to host a continuation of the Fill the Fridge food insecurity program launched at the university this...
November 14, 2022
UAFS Opens Access to Professional Headshots with Iris Booth
Students at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith have another tool for success thanks to a new professional headshot studio powered by Iris Booth technology. The UAFS Portrait on Demand Studio officially opened Monday, Nov. 14, offering...
November 14, 2022UAFS Drama Club to Perform Hartseer
The Drama Club at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will be presenting an original, student-written, devised theatre performance in November. “Hartseer” will be performed Nov. 17-19 at the Breedlove Auditorium on the UAFS Campus, 5210 Grand...
November 07, 2022
Lion Voices - Cole Wright
Cole talks about his time on campus and how it has helped him grow as a student.
November 04, 2022Media Relations
The UAFS Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.
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