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Jazz Band, Jazz Catz to Perform Nov. 19
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Jazz Band and Jazz Catz will perform in concert Nov. 19 as part of the UAFS Season of Entertainment 33.
October 23, 2013
UAFS Celebrates International Education Week
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has scheduled several activities Nov. 18-22 -- cultural presentations, a speech competition and a mini-Olympic event -- in celebration of International Education Week.
October 23, 2013
Reception for Faculty Art Exhibit Nov. 13
A reception for “Eye/Mind/Hand/Heart: An Exhibition of Faculty Work,” an exhibit featuring artwork by University of Arkansas - Fort Smith faculty, will be held from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 13 at UAFS at Second Street, 101 N. 2nd St., as part of a two-month...
October 22, 2013
"Memphis" Brings Broadway to UAFS
Music lovers will be able to “tune in” to the Season of Entertainment 33’s second touring show of the year, when the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith brings the Broadway musical “Memphis” to Fort Smith for an 8 p.m. Nov. 16 show at the...
October 21, 2013
2nd Cardboard Box City Set for Nov. 16
What does it feel like to have only a cardboard box for a shelter or not know what your next meal will be? Those signing up for an all-night event on Nov. 16 will get a tiny glimpse while drawing attention to the problem.
October 21, 2013
Muldrow Finishes First at BEST Competition
The 2013 River Valley BEST Robotics Competition held Oct. 19 on the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus saw Muldrow High School take top honors at the competition while also winning a slew of additional awards.
October 21, 2013
Senior Den Day Set for Nov. 5
For many high school seniors, deciding which college to attend can be a painstakingly difficult decision. But the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is making that process easier for prospective college students by hosting Senior Den Day on Nov....
October 18, 2013
Reception Kicks Off Jazz Poster Exhibit
An opening reception will be held Nov. 7 at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith to kick off an exhibit featuring a private collection of posters from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.
October 16, 2013
"Chronicles" Talk Features WWII Vet
The final talk of the year in the “Crawford County Chronicles” series will take place Nov. 11, when a special edition of the program commemorating Veterans Day will be hosted at the King Opera House in Van Buren.
October 16, 2013
"Annie Get Your Gun" Coming Nov. 9-10
The UAFS Academy of the Arts will perform the celebrated musical “Annie Get Your Gun” on Nov. 9 and 10 at the Breedlove Auditorium, the second theatrical production in the Academy’s On Stage series.
October 15, 2013
UAFS Presents Music Events Nov. 6 & 11
The Music Department at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will feature a guest trombonist Nov. 6 and a Chamber Ensemble Concert on Nov. 11, according to Dr. Edward White of Fort Smith, interim head of the department.
October 14, 2013
Nov.-Dec. CLL Schedule Released
The Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released its schedule for the November and December months.
October 10, 2013
Homecoming 2013 Schedule Set
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has planned a week of activities to celebrate Homecoming 2013, including events for students, alumni and the community.
October 10, 2013
Arkansas Best Corp. CEO Addresses Students
Judy McReynolds, president and chief executive officer of Arkansas Best Corp., had several thoughts to share Oct. 9 with approximately 65 business students at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, but her advice came back to two very specific...
October 09, 2013
Regional Sentiment Declines in 3rd Quarter
The Index of Consumer Sentiment (ICS) for the Fort Smith region was lower for the third quarter ending Sept. 30, according to the preliminary report released Oct. 8 by the Center for Business Research and Economic Development at the University of...
October 08, 2013
Food Drive Receives Over 500 lbs. of Food
The Criminal Justice Club at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith received over 500 pounds of canned food donations in a month-long food drive which took place in September.
October 07, 2013
Blood Drive to be Held Oct. 30-31
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students will get the opportunity to do more than just dress up at Halloween time this year -- they’ll have the chance to save lives.
October 07, 2013
Eighth Annual Octubafest Set for Oct. 28
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Department of Music will hold its eighth annual Octubafest beginning at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 28 in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, an event culminating with a free concert at 7:30 p.m.
October 03, 2013
Retail Sales Rebound in August Report
The Fort Smith regional economy continued to post improved numbers in August, according to the report released Oct. 2 by the Center for Business Research and Economic Development (CBRED) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.
October 02, 2013
McDonald Lights Up the Stage Nov. 1
Acclaimed entertainer Audra McDonald will perform at the Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m., highlighting Season of Entertainment 33, a year-long lineup of entertainment sponsored by the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.
October 02, 2013Media Relations
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