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UAFS Joins Regional Higher Education Group
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith announced April 23 that it accepted an invitation to join the Northwest Arkansas Education Consortium, a year-old organization focused on improving college graduation and retention rates.
April 23, 2013Willoughby Novel Available on Kindle
E-book enthusiasts using an Amazon Kindle have an opportunity to delve into a novel in the Christian, supernatural genre written by a University of Arkansas - Fort Smith professor.
January 21, 2013
Regional Sentiment Rose in 4th Quarter
The Index of Consumer Sentiment (ICS) for the Fort Smith region rose in the fourth quarter ending Dec. 31, according to the preliminary report released Jan. 16 by the Center for Business Research and Economic Development at the University of Arkansas...
January 17, 2013
Fall 2013 Dean's List Announced
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the fall 2013 semester, according to Dr. Ray Wallace, provost and senior vice chancellor.
January 14, 2013UAFS Hosts Chris Cameron Blues Band
The Chris Cameron Blues Band will bring its acclaimed and unique blend of rhythm and electric blues to Fort Smith for a 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 show at The Blue Lion at UAFS Downtown, 101 N. 2nd St.
January 10, 2013
The Lion's Den Earns LEED Certification
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Lion’s Den student housing has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification according to a notice by the U.S. Green Building Council.
September 11, 2012A Cool Move on a Warm Day
The clouds kept the temperature down but the moods were sunny and bright at University of Arkansas - Fort Smith on Aug. 17 when freshmen moved into campus housing.
August 17, 2012
A Cool Move on a Warm Day
Eight University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students just completed a semester of culture immersion in Costa Rica, which instructor Mary Sobhani of Fort Smith said benefited them in numerous ways.
August 17, 2012University, MLK Commission Plan 2024 Events
October 26, 2025
New Program Boosts Nurse Numbers
With a critical shortage of nurses in the River Valley, UAFS is again offering a two-year associate degree in nursing.
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October 26, 2025Chancellor Riley Honored as Business Woman of the Year
October 26, 2025
Warden Encourages Grads to Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor
Dr. Ken Warden, commissioner of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education and former University of Arkansas – Fort Smith administrator, delivered three keynote addresses Saturday, May 10, encouraging more than 650 UAFS graduates to move boldly...
October 26, 2025It's good for Your Heart
October 26, 2025 New Program Boosts Nurse Numbers
With a critical shortage of nurses in the River Valley, UAFS is again offering a two-year associate degree in nursing.
October 26, 2025History of Math Comes Alive in Timeline
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October 26, 2025Enrollment. Planning on Chancellor's Mind
October 26, 2025World without Limits at UAFS
October 26, 2025Media Relations
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