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![flags hang above the UAFS campus center atrium](/news/_images/hispanicheritagemonth.png)
2022 Hispanic Heritage Month to feature Salsa, Service, and Student Perspectives
This Thursday, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will begin a month-long slate of events celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15.
September 14, 2022![a boy marvels at a large peach](/news/_images/jagp-news-image.jpg)
UAFS Theatre to Host James & The Giant Peach Oct. 6-9
The UAFS Theatre Department will present its fall show, Roald Dahl's James and The Giant Peach, October 6-9 at Breedlove Auditorium. The play was adapted for the stage by David Wood, and will feature original music composed by UAFS student William...
September 06, 2022![volunteers carry boxes during UAFS move in](/news/_images/movein_rr_8136.png)
UAFS Move-in to Welcome New, Returning Students
The excitement is building for students at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, where move-in weekend for on-campus housing will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, through Saturday, Aug. 20.
August 09, 2022![UAFS Center for Economic Development at The Bakery District.](/news/_images/2022-bakery.jpeg)
CBPD to Host Series of Workshops This Fall
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Center for Business and Professional Development will host a series of workshops and certificate courses designed for individuals who wish to improve a specific skillset, sharpen workplace understanding,...
July 15, 2022![tombonists play on the campus green](/news/_images/bordertownbones.jpg)
UAFS Bordertown Bones to Perform at Trombone Festival
The Bordertown Bones will perform Friday at the International Trombone Festival in Conway.
July 12, 2022![four students hold stuffed lions and swag in front of the UAFS dorms](/news/_images/maneevent.jpg)
Mane Event Welcomes New Students to UAFS
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will host its second Mane Event new student welcome day, Friday, July 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. At Mane Event, incoming students will learn more about campus resources, and find answers to questions about financial...
July 07, 2022![A man pours shrimp, sausage and potatoes into a long table for serving](/news/_images/83_292_4893567_2378977396_6.jpg)
Popular Shrimp Boil Returns to UAFS
The Roarin’ on the River Low Country Shrimp Boil is roaring back to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith this month with its first in-person appearance since 2019.
June 14, 2022![UAFS Gallery of Art & Design showcase](/news/_images/worksonpaper.png)
UAFS Gallery of Art & Design Open Summer Exhibition
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Gallery of Art & Design exhibit “Permanent Collection Highlights: Works on Paper” is now open, with free public admission from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday through August 26 at the Windgate...
June 02, 2022![UAFS staff and faculty at the Center for Economic Development.](/news/_images/bill-sabo.jpg)
ASBTDC to Host Hispanic Small Business Panel May 26
The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) located at the UAFS Center for Economic Development will host a panel discussion for the Hispanic small business community from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 26, at the CED...
May 23, 2022![Participants listen to Dr. Kimberley Gordon at the Center of Economic Development](/news/_images/2022kimgordon.jpg)
CBPD to Host Emotional Intelligence Workshop June 1
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Center for Business and Professional Development will host a workshop to discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace from 8:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 1, at the Center for Economic...
May 18, 2022![University students cleaning a building](/news/_images/2022jumpstartserviceproject.jpeg)
UAFS Jumpstart Members Provide Services to Local Community Organizations
In honor of National Volunteer Week Jumpstart AmeriCorps members at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith participated in service projects across the city of Fort Smith.
May 12, 2022![Spring 2022 Education Certificate Students and Susan Krafft on the right.](/news/_images/educationcertifcatestudents.jpeg)
UAFS Students Receive Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Career Services and Babb Center for Student Professional Development (CSPD) announced six UAFS student graduates earned a prestigious Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development this month.
May 12, 2022![Dr. Mary Sobhani talking to Baha’i Club members](/news/_images/bahaiclub.jpeg)
Baha’i Club to Host Student Mentor Training Sessions
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith’s registered student organization, The Baha’i Club, will host two training sessions for student mentors interested in volunteering with the Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program (JYSEP) from 9 a.m....
May 12, 2022![UAFS students take escrima lessons](/news/_images/2022-escrimalessons-cc.jpeg)
Filipino Club and RAWC host Escrima Lessons
Thanks to a partnership between a student club and a passionate professional, students at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith had the opportunity to learn about escrima, a form of traditional Filipino martial arts, throughout the spring semester.
May 03, 2022![Early Childhood Education](/academics/colleges-and-schools/chehs/school-of-ed/departments/_images/early-childhood-ed-hero.jpg)
UAFS to Assist Early Childhood Centers with Staff Shortage
In an effort to meet critical demand for early childhood educators in the region, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is hosting an open job fair for individuals interested in starting or advancing their early childhood careers.
April 26, 2022![Students and faculty plant flowers surrounded by greenery](/news/_images/uafs-gardening-2022.jpg)
UAFS Clubs Celebrate Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day, students, faculty, and staff from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host a series of engaging, educational and “dino-mite” events.
April 21, 2022Center for Economic Development Grand Opening April 27
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Center for Economic Development will host a grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 10 a.m., at the Bakery District.
April 20, 2022Career Services Hosts Job Search Courses, ArcBest Recruiting Event
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, will host a networking and open interview opportunity for students interested in working with ArcBest Corporation from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 20, in the Latture Conference Center. In addition...
April 19, 2022![2020 HSA group photo](/news/_images/1500.jpg)
April Festival Aims to Honor and Celebrate AAPI Culture
Wednesday, April 20, students from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture with an evening festival from 7-9 p.m. on the UAFS Campus Green, with a rain location of the UAFS Campus Center.
April 18, 2022Men of Excellence Host Panel Discussion for Sexual Assault Awareness
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith’s Men of Excellence (MOX) program hosted a panel discussion, “Educate to Eradicate: A sexual assault prevention program,” as part of the university’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month slate of events.
April 11, 2022Media 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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