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Octubafest Celebrates Low-Brass Performers and Polkas
On Sunday, the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center at the UAFS campus will echo with the annual autumnal sounds of Octubafest.
October 02, 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
Family Weekend Festivities Slated for Oct. 6-7
At the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith the importance of family in a student’s educational journey is celebrated year-round, but on the First Week of October, the celebrating ramps up. The much-anticipated 2023 Family Weekend is set to take...
September 29, 2023
Honoring Heritage: How Jaylin Barroso Explores Her Hispanic Identity
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith student Jaylin Barroso details how Hispanic Heritage Month allows her to explore her roots and share her identity and culture with others.
September 28, 2023
From Farm to Finance and the Chaos Between: Austin Miller's Path to Success at UAFS
Austin Miller is a senior at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, studying accounting and finance. He shared how he found opportunities on his path to success despite arriving at UAFS amid the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic.
September 26, 2023
Lion Voices: Laura Flores
Laura Flores, a sophomore Dental Hygiene major, talks about how UAFS impacted not only her decision to attend this college but also how it has helped her be confident in her choice of career and her choices in life.
September 22, 2023
College Fair Coming to UAFS
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith to host inaugural fall college fair from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 19. UAFS will host nearly two dozen colleges and universities from Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for high school students and their...
September 18, 2023
Faculty Voices: Dr. Cammie Sublette
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith English professor Dr. Cammie Sublette shares how here passion for English has transformed her experience at UAFS as the Title III SIP Grant Director and professor.
September 18, 2023
UAFS Ranked as one of 2024's Best Colleges by US News
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith was named to the U.S. News list of 2024 Best Colleges in multiple categories.
September 18, 2023
UAFS Names Family Enterprise Center for Jim Walcott
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith announced today that it will rename its Family Enterprise Center to honor the late Jim Walcott, whose legacy has profoundly impacted the River Valley.
September 15, 2023
Fall Semester Sees Enrollment Gain, Busy Days
It has been a fun and busy start to the fall 2023 semester, so I am writing to give you a few updates of interest.
September 15, 2023
Staff Voices: Scott Goines
Meet University of Arkansas - Fort Smith web specialist Scott Goines. He is a first-generation student, the oldest of four brothers, and the one behind the scenes helping ensure all things related to the UAFS website are optimized.
September 15, 2023
Lion Voices: Jasmine Rosa
Lion Voices feature, Jasmine Rosa, a Junior Biology major. Jasmine talks about her future goals and how the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has helped prepare her for her future.
September 15, 2023
Secure Your Spot for Meet the Firms
Meet the Firms, an annual accounting and finance networking and recruiting event, returns to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. College of Business and Industry students studying accounting, finance, or information technologies are encouraged...
September 13, 2023
Constitution Week at UAFS, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day
On Sept. 19 the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Student Government Association will be helping students register to vote for National Voter Registration Day. This is one event scheduled as part of Constitution Week.
September 13, 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
Lion Voices: Khuong "Peter" Ta
Lion Voices features Peter, who is an international student from Vietnam. Peter is a Senior, Biochemistry major who has a lot to say about the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith and how it has helped him.
September 08, 2023
UAFS Celebrates Enrollment Increases
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith announced today a 6.8 percent spike in first-year entering students, bringing the total to 889 this year, up from 832 in the 2022-23 academic year. Overall enrollment has also risen by 2.5 percent, up to 5514...
September 08, 2023
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by UAFS ROTC
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the UAFS Campus...
September 07, 2023
Seven Welcomed to UAFS Alumni Advisory Council
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all UAFS alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.
September 07, 2023Media Relations
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