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Delayed but not Defeated, Troy Rodriguez Earns UAFS Degree
First-generation student Troy Rodriguez will graduate from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith on May 10 with a degree in business administration. The accomplishment comes after stepping away from school before returning two years later.
May 05, 2025
Students Receive Certificate of Distinction Ahead of Graduation
Twelve students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith have been awarded a Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development by the Babb Center for Career Services.
May 02, 2025
Campus Update, May 2, 2025
Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley provides an update about the UAFS budget, summer scholarships, and shared well wishes ahead of graduation.
May 02, 2025
Day of Giving Raises $102,605 for Student Experiences, Scholarships, Support
UAFS raised $102,605 during its fifth-annual Day of Giving campaign, advancing the university’s Intrepid Ambition campaign—a strategic initiative to transform the UAFS campus by 2028.
May 01, 2025
UAFS Announces Full Slate of Summer Camps for 2025
The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith will host multiple athletic and music summer camps throughout June, July, and August. Camps are open to boys and girls from Kindergarten to 12th grade.
May 01, 2025
AI Expo at UAFS May 1
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will host an Artificial Intelligence Expo at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, in Room 101 of the Baldor Technology Center.
April 30, 2025
No Regrets: A Return to School Proves It's Never Too Late
Bronwen Henderson is a senior dental hygiene student at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. As she nears graduation, she reflected on trading in a 20-year-plus career for textbooks to prove to herself and her daughter that goals can be achieved...
April 29, 2025 Campus Update, April 25, 2025
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Chancellor, Dr. Terisa Riley, provides an update on UAFS happenings.
April 25, 2025
Semiannual Finals Prep Event Slated for April 30
The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith is once again preparing students for finals with the return of the semiannual Long Night Against Procrastination event, which will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on April 30 at the Boreham Library.
April 24, 2025
Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2024-2025
The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith has named students as Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-2025 academic year.
April 24, 2025
UAFS Celebrates 2025 Hall of Fame Class
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith celebrated the induction of the 2025 Coach Louis Whorton Hall of Fame class on Monday, April 21, recognizing the last 25 years of athletic excellence and leadership.
April 22, 2025
Teal Tailgate Draws Support for SAAM at UAFS
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith community wraps up April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Teal Tailgate on Wednesday, April 23.
April 22, 2025
UAFS, Royals team up for MIAA Day at the K
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith joins members of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association for the second MIAA Day at the K on Saturday, April 26.
April 21, 2025
18th Annual Student Research Symposium Winners Announced
Fourteen research presentations were selected as winners of the 18th Annual Student Research Symposium at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.
April 18, 2025 Campus Update, April 18, 2025
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley provides an update on recent university happenings.
April 18, 2025
UAFS Employees Honored by Students
On April 11, the UAFS Student Government Association recognized two university employees for their dedication to serving students.
April 16, 2025
2025 Faculty Excellence Award Winners Named
On April 11, four distinguished faculty members were recognized with Faculty Appreciation Awards at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.
April 16, 2025
UAFS Faculty and Staff Recognized
On April 11, employees from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith were honored with Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards, Student Government Awards, and recognized for their years of service.
April 16, 2025
Spring 2025 Commencement to Honor 650 Graduates
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will recognize more than 650 graduates across three commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 10, at the Stubblefield Center.
April 14, 2025
18th Annual Research Symposium Slated for April 11
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will host its 18th Annual Student Research Symposium from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, April 11.
April 07, 2025Media 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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