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Alumni Award Winners Announced
UAFS recognized alumni, faculty, staff, and community leaders during its annual Homecoming brunch Feb. 28, presenting the 2026 Alumni-Owned Business of the Year, Outstanding Young Alumni, Stacey Jones Outstanding Faculty/Staff, Spirit of Numa, and...
February 28, 2026
From Seoul to Fort Smith: Research and Teaching Remain Constant
With nearly 50 years of experience as an educator and researcher, Dr. Bun Song Lee, an associate professor of economics at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, has no plans to slow down and make a global impact with his work.
February 23, 2026
Closing Higher Ed Chapter for Retirement
Janet Miller, a financial aid advisor at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, reflected on her nearly 30-year career helping students find ways to fund their college experiences.
February 18, 2026
Accepted Students Day Roars Back with New Name
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith welcomed nearly 400 students and guests to campus on Friday, Feb. 13, for Roar and Explore. Previously known as Accepted Students Day, the day-long event hosted students who have all been admitted to UAFS.
February 16, 2026
UAFS Homecoming is Around the Corner
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is putting the final touches on Homecoming 2026. Throughout the week of Feb. 23-28, there will be new and returning favorites for everyone to enjoy.
February 16, 2026
There's A Reason Why We Like Candy, Chemistry Explains It All
An associate professor of chemistry at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith details how science explains candy preferences and composition. Chemistry, down to the molecular level, is why certain sweet treats are favorites.
February 13, 2026
Students Fill Hearts Through Homemade Meals
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students, a professor, and an alum teamed up to cook and serve meals at the Salvation Army of Fort Smith to unhoused on Feb. 7.
February 11, 2026
Tracie Griffith’s Unretirement – Putting Students First
When Tracie Griffith left the classroom after more than 20 years as a K-12 teacher, she realized something was missing. It was students. In her first year at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, she is finding that she's still making a difference...
February 05, 2026
Lifetime in Healthcare Spurs Education
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith's Master of Healthcare Administration program is led by Dr. Cheryl Holden, the executive director, who joined UAFS after more than four decades of healthcare experience.
February 04, 2026
$15M Federal Appropriation to Fund Center for Maternal and Infant Healthcare
UAFS is set to receive $15 million in federal funding to construct and equip a state-of-the-art Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare, following congressional approval of key FY2026 appropriations bills.
February 04, 2026
Class Notes, Spring 2026
Class notes from alumni coming from October 2025 to January 2026. If you have any information you'd like to share with your fellow alumni and us, follow the link below the notes to the Class Notes submissions!
February 02, 2026
Learning Mandarin Made Easy
UAFS professor Dr. Ann-Gee Lee leans on her heritage to bring back a free Mandarin course for students, faculty, staff, and the community.
January 30, 2026
Campus Update, January 30, 2026
UAFS Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley offers a warm welcome back after winter weather forced the campus closure and shares upcoming events with students.
January 30, 2026
UAFS to Resume Normal Operations Friday, January 30
UAFS will open for normal operations Friday, January 30, 2026 with some limitations.
January 29, 2026 Inclement Weather Update: Wednesday, January 28
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is closing campus again on Thursday, January 29, 2026 due to treacherous travel conditions.
January 28, 2026 Inclement Weather Update: Tuesday, January 27
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is closing campus again on Wednesday January 28, 2026 due to brutally cold weather and road conditions.
January 27, 2026 Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is closing campus again on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 due to brutally cold weather and road conditions.
January 26, 2026
UAFS Alum Builds Career Through Science and Persistence
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith alum, Jordan Miesner-Davis, is helping change lives as a scientist. He helps companies develop and test safe medications for distribution.
January 23, 2026
UAFS Ornithologist Gives Snowday Birdwatching Advice
As snowfall blankets the River Valley, bird watchers are flocking to their windows and feeders, enjoying the return of familiar winter species and hoping for rare visitors. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of Arkansas...
January 23, 2026 Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is preparing for a significant winter weather system by pivoting to remote work and canceling all classes after 12 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23.
January 22, 2026Media 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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