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UAFS Mailbag: What are you Thankful for?
In the latest edition of the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag, the communications team hears from UAFS students as they share what they are thankful for this holiday season.
November 22, 2024
UAFS Mailbag: Little Lions' Santa
The latest edition of the UAFS Mailbag is a special holiday edition featuring Harold Trisler, '72 and '73. He is the man behind the red and white suit, playing Santa for Little Lions Meet Santa over the last 12 years.
November 15, 2024
UAFS Mailbag: Happy Birthday, Numa!
In this back-to-back edition of the UAFS Mailbag, we celebrate our favorite mascot's birthday. Numa takes another trip around the sun and invites everyone to enjoy his big day with him.
April 19, 2024
UAFS Mailbag: Earth Day
The latest edition of the UAFS Mailbag returns with a look at Earth Day and what the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has done to help the environment. Through the simple act of refilling water bottles, the university has replaced nearly one million...
April 17, 2024 UAFS Mailbag: Spring in Bloom
The UAFS Mailbag is back with another edition. Springtime on campus isn't meant for cleaning; instead, it is for preparing for the end of the semester and is full of events.
March 29, 2024 UAFS Mailbag: Where Memories Roar
The UAFS Mailbag returns with a recap of Homecoming 2024: Where Memories Roar. From competitions, reunions, awards, and games, homecoming week was full of excitement, and the campus was buzzing.
February 23, 2024 UAFS Mailbag: Let's Talk About the Weather
The UAFS Mailbag is back with the first edition of 2024. With the weather causing a delay to start the spring semester, it is the perfect topic to cover - even if Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring.
February 02, 2024 UAFS Mailbag: Wrapped
Check out the UAFS Mailbag: Wrapped. It is the final edition of the semester and covers what you need to know for graduation, we take a look back at the semester, and share some positives heading into the extended break.
December 01, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: What We're Thankful For
The UAFS Mailbag is back with a special holiday edition! Hear from your fellow Lions as Dr. Riley, students, and staff share what they're thankful for this holiday season.
November 17, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: Study Tips
The latest edition of the UAFS Mailbag uncovers students' favorite places to study on campus. Read about some studying tips and tricks from UAFS students and staff as you prepare for finals week, which is one month away.
November 10, 2023
UAFS Mailbag: Is AI Alive?
The latest edition of the UAFS Mailbag is here. Check out this scary story written by your very own UAFS Comms Team to get you in the mood for Halloween.
October 27, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: Spooky SZN
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag is back with its latest edition! Fall is in the air, and spooky season is here. Check out what UAFS is doing for Halloween and things to do to get you in the spirit of the season.
October 13, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: Feeding Lions
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag’s latest edition tackles food insecurity and how UAFS helps students, faculty, and staff overcome this by offering services through the Dave Stevens Lion Pride Pantry, an on-campus food pantry.
September 29, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering UAFS Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights UAFS volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!
September 12, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: What You Missed
The second edition of the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag features university updates to inform students of what has happened since the end of the 2022-2023 academic year.
August 25, 2023 UAFS Mailbag: Welcome
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Mailbag is a new editorial for the curiosity of all things UAFS and encourages students, faculty, and staff alike to ask questions about campus they want answered.
August 18, 2023Media Relations
The UAFS Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.
Send%20an%20EmailRachel Rodemann Putman
- Director of Strategic Communications
- 479-788-7132
- rachel.putman@uafs.edu