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View All Featured StoriesLoss of a Lion
Dr. Sandi Sanders of the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has died. She was a champion for the university for nearly three decades.
July 29, 2026UAFS Launches Lion Family Connection
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith partnered with CampusESP to launch Lion Family Connection, an online portal for families and supporters of prospective and current students.
July 27, 2026Details on UAFS Move-In
Students will begin moving into UAFS on-campus housing starting August 12. Details and important information for a smooth move are listed.
July 24, 2026Recent Stories
View All Recent StoriesWelcome Week Kicks Off Fall Semester at UAFS
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith begins the fall semester with Welcome Week, an annual weeklong slate of events designed to help students reconnect with friends, make new...
July 31, 2026Summer at Stanford
Abby Webb, a senior geoscience student, earned a fully funded summer research fellowship at Stanford University's School of Sustainability.
July 30, 2026Arkansas Tax-Free weekend Offers Savings for Students
Aug. 1-2 is tax-free weekend in Arkansas, designated to help students with the expense of back-to-school needs
July 24, 2026Chancellor Updates
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