University of Arkansas - Fort SmithNews Stories

Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.

‘Lion Family’ Grows with Mane Event

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith hosted its first of three new student orientations, Mane Event, of the summer on Friday, June 20, 2025.

UAFS Computer Science on Par with Nation

Enrollment and the number of degrees awarded in computer science at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith are in line with national trends.

Outstanding Young Alum Works to Protect Oklahoma Children

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith honored Cherokee Blanchard-Hartsell, '23, with an Outstanding Young Alum Award for her service to her community.

Future of Technology Begins with UAFS Computer Science

Three recent graduates of UAFS's computer science program demonstrated how the use of artificial intelligence can improve safety and efficiency.

Road to Ph.D.: Kaleb McLaughlin’s Risk and Resolve

Kaleb McLaughlin, a senior geosciences student, will graduate from UAFS on May 10 before heading to Gainesville to begin a master's to Ph.D. program at the University of Florida. If you asked him where he'd be when he graduated from UAFS a few years...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kitchana Rasphoumy: Designing the Future

Joy Rasphoumy doesn’t just design—she fuels connection. Through every SaatchiX campaign and every AIGA event, she’s building a creative culture where people feel seen, heard, and moved to lead. Fueled by her roots, her vision, and the foundation...

UAFS Launches $85 Million 'Intrepid Ambition' Campaign

UAFS publicly launched its largest fundraising initiative in history unveiling Intrepid Ambition, an $85 million comprehensive campaign designed to reshape access to education, elevate academic excellence, and power economic development across the...

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...

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...

More Students Picking UAFS, Admissions Team Continues to Break Records

Accepted Students Day at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith welcomed its largest turnout since the event began in 2022. More than 270 students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Tennessee came to UAFS for their next step in the...

2025 Alumni Awards Announced

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recognized exceptional Lions at the annual Alumni Brunch on Saturday as part of the 2025 Homecoming celebration. Seven members of the UAFS community and one local organization received...

Fall 2024 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

UAFS Celebrates Graduates

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith celebrated the 111th commencement ceremony on Saturday. Graduates from the colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business and Industry, and Health, Education, and Human Sciences were awarded their degrees.