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![Event poster with photo of guest conductor](/news/_images/uafswindensemble.jpg)
UAFS Wind Ensemble to Host Symposium, Concert
The UAFS Department of Music and Theatre is excited about the new Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment. The UAFS Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, Director of Bands, will take the stage on April 18 at 7:00 p.m. At the...
April 07, 2023![Panelists from Women in Charge pose after event](/news/_images/2023-womens-history-panel.jpg)
UAFS Concludes Women’s History Month with Local Women in Charge Panel
On Monday, March 27, 2023, a panel of four local leaders spoke at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith highlighting their successes and path to getting to where they are. What made the panel unique: all four leaders were women.
April 07, 2023![Student Research Symposium, 2022](/news/_images/symposium22.jpg)
UAFS Student Research Symposium back for 16th Year
On Friday, April 7, 2023, the 16th Annual Student Research Symposium returns as students from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will present nearly 50 diverse research projects culminating in a year’s worth of team and individual work.
April 06, 2023![Sexual Assault Awareness Month ribbon](/news/_images/2023-saam.jpg)
UAFS Students Support Sexual Assault Awareness Month
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has a full slate of Sexual Assault Awareness Month events geared towards building relationships and bringing awareness to a topic that has unfortunately impacted far too many individuals.
April 05, 2023![UAFS Criminal Justice Symposium](/news/_images/2023-cjsymposium.jpg)
Criminal Justice Symposium Returns to UAFS
On Wednesday, April 5, 2023, the annual Criminal Justice Symposium returns to the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. The educational and career-centered event will take place in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center Reynolds Room from 9 a.m. to...
April 04, 2023UAFS Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
UAFS Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
April 03, 2023![Welding Rodeo contestant works on T-joint weld](/news/_images/2023-wr-tight.jpg)
Welding Rodeo Winners
Students from nearly a dozen River Valley high schools competed in this year’s Welding Rodeo at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, presented by the Welding Technology Department of the UAFS College of Business and Industry.
April 03, 2023![Reviewing business information](/ced/asbtdc/_images/small-biz-tech-hero.jpg)
All Women Small Business Panel Coming to CED
On Thursday, April 13, 2023, from 5:30-6:30 p.m., the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center will host a Women’s Small Business Panel.
March 31, 2023![Den Day](/news/_images/2022-fall-den-day.jpg)
Den Day: 2023
Come one, come all! Den Day returns to the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith campus on Friday, April 14, 2023, in the Stubblefield Center. Check-in starts at 9 a.m. with a welcome and overview of the open campus day beginning at 10 a.m.
March 31, 2023![Stickball sticks](/news/_images/2023-nasa-stickball.jpg)
Traditions Come to Life with Native American Student Association
The sounds of rhythmic drums and chanting were mixed in with the click-clacking of wooden sticks and laughing throughout the Lion’s Den courtyard during the early afternoon of Thursday, March 30, 2023.
March 30, 2023![ADCP students in class](/news/_images/2023-adcp.jpg)
Open House Welcomes New Adult Degree Completion Program Students
The Adult Degree Completion Program (ADCP) open house event on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, was another example of successful community outreach to connect with adult learners and non-traditional students looking to make a positive change.
March 30, 2023![Arial view of the campus with event details](/news/_images/symphony.jpg)
Symphony, University Bands Bring Beautiful Music to Campus Green
The Fort Smith Symphony and the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host Symphony on the Green this weekend, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers and families. The Saturday, April 1, event kicks off at 3:30 p.m. and is free...
March 29, 2023![Outside image of Windgate Art & Design building](/news/_images/windgate-sin-limites.jpg)
UAFS Presents a Vision without Limits
The World Languages Department at UAFS will celebrate a world without limits this week.
March 29, 2023![UAFS ROTC members hiking](/news/_images/2023-uafs-rotc.jpg)
New Obstacle Course Coming to UAFS
At 10 a.m., Saturday, April 1, 2023, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Student Veterans Organization and ROTC program will host an inaugural event, "Endurance: The Obstacle Course," at the UAFS Intramural Fields.
March 27, 2023![adult students work in a classroom](/news/_images/adcpstudents.jpg)
Open House Welcomes Adult Learners
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will host an open house for its Adult Degree Completion Program (ADCP) on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Center for Business and Professional Development at the Bakery District in downtown...
March 27, 2023![Blocks displaying](/news/_images/2023-work-life-balance.jpg)
Employee Mental Health Top of Mind for UAFS Human Resources
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith prides itself on having some of the most dedicated and highly-qualified faculty and staff in the country – experts who choose to bring their knowledge and skill to the River Valley. To help ensure the people...
March 23, 2023![A student welds pieces of metal.](/news/_images/uafs-welding-rodeo.jpg)
Fifth Annual Welding Rodeo Set to Return to UAFS
The Welding Technology Department in the College of Business and Industry is excited to announce the return of the annual Welding Rodeo on Friday, March 31, 2023.
March 14, 2023![Students talk to recruiters about job opportunities at All-Majors Career Fair](/news/_images/2023-spring-career-fair.jpg)
UAFS All-Majors Career Fair a Success
Resumes, elevator pitches, and handshakes filled the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center on Thursday, March 9 as hundreds of Lions took steps into their new careers at the spring All-Majors Career Fair.
March 10, 2023![Desi Culture Club students pose for photo during Holi celebration](/news/_images/2023-dcc-holi.jpg)
UAFS Students Celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors
Celebrated by millions around the world, the Hindu Festival of Colors, better known as Holi, made an impact right here on the UAFS campus Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Neither cool weather nor the threat of rain could stop one of the newest clubs on...
March 09, 2023![Spanish Poetry Slam presenters celebrate winner](/news/_images/2023-spanish-poetry-slam.jpg)
Spanish Poetry Slamming Success
Students took to the Windgate Art and Design Theatre stage Thursday, March 2, 2023, for a unique presentation of culture and art.
March 06, 2023Media Relations
The UAFS Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.
Send an EmailRachel Rodemann Putman
- Director of Strategic Communications
- 479-788-7132
- rachel.putman@uafs.edu