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Mae Jemison, First Black Woman in Space, to Speak at UAFS
Dr. Mae Jemison, author, astronaut, entrepreneur, and prolific leader in the fields of science and exploration, will speak at the University of Arkansas—Fort Smith on Wednesday, April 9, at 6 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus...
March 28, 2025
Researching Resilience
Dr. Nicha Otero is rewriting the narrative of what student success looks like—one classroom, one breakthrough, one act of belief at a time. Her research is rooted in resilience, but her impact runs deeper: she’s creating space for students to...
March 26, 2025
Preserving Our Future
UAFS students and faculty are driving scientific breakthroughs with urgency and focus. In the fight against microplastic pollution, they’re not waiting for answers—they’re creating them. They’re transforming curiosity into world-class research...
March 26, 2025
Advancing Manufacturing
UAFS is laying the foundation for the next era of industry in the River Valley—equipping students, workers, and employers with the tools, training, and talent to lead in an advanced manufacturing economy. From engineering labs to apprenticeship...
March 26, 2025
A Legacy of Courage
The story of Fort Smith is one of endurance, evolution, and grit—and UAFS has been there through every chapter, turning moments of hardship into milestones of progress. As the region faces the future, it does so with a partner that has never wavered,...
March 26, 2025Popular Topics
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