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UAFS students celebrate Culture Fest through dance and traditional clothing
CommunityEventsFeaturedNewsStudents

International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join UAFS students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...

November 16, 2023
A student smiles at the camera during the career fair
Arts and SciencesBusiness and IndustryFeaturedFoundationGivingHealth Education and Human SciencesNews

Babb Family Endows $1M Premier Internship Program

Thanks to a generous gift from long-time UAFS supporters Doug and Kathy Babb, more students at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will have access to paid internships as part of their university experience.

November 16, 2023
Sarah Murrah, left, with her husband and two daughters
AlumniBusiness and IndustryLion Voices

Life and UAFS: How Sarah Murrah Balanced the Twists and Turns to Success

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Campus and Community Engagement Administrative Assistant Sarah Murrah describes the twists and turns of life on her journey to obtaining her degree and giving back to the university that made it happen.

November 13, 2023
UAFS mascot, NUMA, dressed as a mail carrier
StudentsUAFS Mailbag

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
Destiny Craine sitting down and smiling.
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Destiny Craine

Destiny Craine talks about why she chose UAFS and how it has helped her grow. She attributes much of her success to professors, and the groups she participates in.

November 10, 2023
Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset
Chancellor

UAFS Celebrates Involvement in State Initiatives

There are so many things to celebrate at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, and I appreciate having this venue to share some of it with you.

November 10, 2023
Dr. Marsh Lavenue, CEO of INTERA, guest lectures to UAFS geology students on Oct. 27, 2023
Arts and SciencesNewsStudents

CEO of INTERA Visits UAFS Campus, Students

Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a University of Arkansas - Fort Smith geology...

November 09, 2023
Faith Cureton sits on some stairs and smiles.
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Faith Cureton

During this interview, Faith Cureton has the chance to talk about why and how she came to choose UAFS as her school. She talks about her future plans of teaching and how theater has been a major passion in her life.

November 03, 2023
UAFS Men's Basketball Toy Toss
AthleticsCommunityEventsFeaturedNews

UAFS Revives Toy Toss, Slated for Nov 21

Toy Toss returns to UAFS Men's Basketball on Nov. 21. Bring a small toy or stuffed animal for free entry to the game and throw it onto the court following the Lions' first point. All toys will be donated.

November 03, 2023
Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset
Chancellor

Fall Filled with Good Weather, Various Activities

This week has been one for near perfect afternoon weather.

November 03, 2023
Kendrix Holcomb looking off in the distance. He is dressed in a nice, tan colored suit.
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Kendrix Holcomb

Kendrix talks about how UAFS has become home to him. Kendrix mentions how UAFS has helped in on his path to achieve his dreams. He also gives advice to incoming Lions about how to best spend their time.

November 01, 2023
Arts and SciencesCommunityEvents

Traveling Art Exhibition Makes Stop at UAFS

Small Works on Paper, a traveling art exhibition, will be on display at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Windgate Art & Design Don Lee Student Gallery until Friday, Dec. 1. The exhibition features 40 works from 27 Arkansas artists.

November 01, 2023
Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment, Season's Greetings Concert
CommunityEvents

Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment

The Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment is in full swing. You can kick off your holiday season with the annual Season's Greeting Concert, or enjoy "9 to 5 the Musical," wind ensemble, jazz band, or "A Doll's House Part 2."

October 31, 2023
Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset
Chancellor

Support, Resources Available in Face of Grief

As we move through the midpoint of our academic year, I find myself reflecting on our shared pursuit of education and the vast complexities and challenges that each of us faces in that journey.

October 30, 2023
Lynette Thrower
AlumniArts and SciencesCommunityLion Voices

Staff Voices: Lynette Thrower

Lynette Thrower has worked at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith since 2021, following her time as a student two years prior. However, it is the life she lived before getting to UAFS that made her the perfect hire for the university.

October 27, 2023
Pumpkin carved with UAFS logo, Numa the Lion
UAFS Mailbag

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
Mayeli Rivas, UAFS junior nursing student
First GenerationHealth Education and Human SciencesLion VoicesStudents

First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at UAFS, but the support and encouragement from her family and UAFS staff has helped her achieve...

October 26, 2023
Mayor George McGill (center) speaks to LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance students at recent Leadership Nuts and Bolts lecture
Arts and SciencesBusiness and IndustryHealth Education and Human SciencesNewsStudents

Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with UAFS Students

Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.

October 19, 2023
Dr. Jim Beard, Associate Professor of Management
Business and IndustryLion Voices

Faculty Voices: Dr. Jim Beard

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith management professor Dr. Jim Beard will retire at the end of the academic year, concluding 20 years at UAFS. With a background in espionage, radio, and business, his path to teaching was unique and is a legacy...

October 19, 2023
Fields of Faith Event. Students of all ages are sitting on the Crowder Field grass as they listen to Mikey Brinton speak.
EventsLion Voices

UAFS First Time Hosting the Annual Fields of Faith.

UAFS hosted its first Fields of Faith event on Wednesday, October 11. Fields of Faith is a nationwide, annually held event put on by the Fellowship Christian Students organization. The University's new FCA HUddle, along with campus ministries, and...

October 16, 2023

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