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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, 2023
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
Gift Establishes Franklin and H. Patricia Hawkins Memorial Scholarship
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith received a meaningful gift of $150,000 from the Hawkins Family Limited Partnership to establish the Franklin and H. Patricia Hawkins Memorial Scholarship Endowment. The endowment, established on November 21,...
April 03, 2023UAFS Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
UAFS Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium
April 03, 2023
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: 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
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
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
UAFS Presents a Vision without Limits
The World Languages Department at UAFS will celebrate a world without limits this week.
March 29, 2023
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
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
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
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
From WATC to Welder
It isn’t every day when the lightbulb clicks on as if by magic, shining a light on the perfect career path. But for Clayton Moellers, that’s exactly how it happened. Nearly five years ago, as a freshman in high school, the opportunity to take...
March 23, 2023
Staff Voices: Chelsea Cowan
It takes a dedicated team to put together the hundreds of events, classes, and panels put on at the UAFS Center for Economic Development through the Family Enterprise Center (FEC), the Center for Professional Business Development (CPBD), and the...
March 22, 2023
Women Seek to Amplify their Voices in New Student Organization
On the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus, a new student organization is making an impact – and a difference. IDEAL Women, one of the university’s newest student organizations, was created by women for women with the goal of creating...
March 22, 2023
Faculty Voices: Dr. Nicki Stancil
Hailing from the small town of Tiffin, Ohio, Doctor Nicki Stancil found herself at home when she arrived at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith campus in the fall of 2015. Since then, Dr. Stancil has become a pillar in the media communication...
March 22, 2023
New Director of Child Development Center Passionate about Early Education
Annette Lauver had a resume full of things that made her perfect for her new role as director of the Little Lions Child Development Center at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.
March 21, 2023
Chancellor Updates Campus on University’s Role in Region, UA System
We have had a very active two weeks on the campus of the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. I believe a short summary before a well-deserved break was due.
March 16, 2023
Fort Smith Air Force Base Selected as Home for U.S. Air Force Mission
The Department of the Air Force has finalized the selection of Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith as the site for the new home of the Foreign Military Sales Program (FMS) Pilot Training Center, hosting F-16 and F-35 training for participant...
March 15, 2023Media Relations
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