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UAFS Alumni Celebrate Match Day at ARCOM
Alumni from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith found out where they will spend their residency programs during Match Day at the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine on March 20.
March 25, 2026
Alum and Athlete Builds a Career Without Limits: Q&A with Chukwukere Ekeh
UAFS alum Chukwukere Ekeh sat down for a question-and-answer following a recent trip back to the university to talk to students, faculty, and staff.
February 27, 2026
Tracie Griffith’s Unretirement – Putting Students First
When Tracie Griffith left the classroom after more than 20 years as a K-12 teacher, she realized something was missing. It was students. In her first year at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, she is finding that she's still making a difference...
February 05, 2026
UAFS Alum Builds Career Through Science and Persistence
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith alum, Jordan Miesner-Davis, is helping change lives as a scientist. He helps companies develop and test safe medications for distribution.
January 23, 2026
UAFS 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed
Homecoming returns to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.
December 10, 2025
Class Notes, Fall 2025
Class notes from this fall, coming from a wide variety of alumni
December 03, 2025
A Major League Dream
UAFS alum, Daniel de Mondesert, '20, is one of the youngest coaches in Major League Baseball. He has climbed the ranks with the Milwaukee Brewers and is proof that it doesn't matter where you start if you're willing to put in the effort to get there....
December 01, 2025
UAFS to Host Alum's Documentary Honoring Grandfather
UAFS alum Josiah Olmstead, '13, spent three years making a documentary honoring the life and work of his late grandfather, Dick Sweeney. Sweeney was one of the seven founders of the American Association of Zoo Keepers, which changed the landscape...
November 05, 2025
Finding Identity at UAFS: Kendrix Holcomb
Kendrix Holcomb, an admissions advisor at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, arrived as a student with the goal of reinventing himself. The self-proclaimed introvert made it a priority to come out of his shell and encourages others to do the...
October 15, 2025
Alumna Rides Through History
Jenny Kliest, a 2024 graduate of the dental hygiene program at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, rode nearly 1,000 miles along the Trail of Tears Northern Route for the Remember the Removal Bike Ride.
October 13, 2025
Upward Bound to Law School
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith alum, Sarahi Ibarra, class of 2025, found success through programs and community on her way to law school.
August 21, 2025 Class Notes, Summer 2025
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith alumni share life and career updates.
August 18, 2025
History Buried in the Books: Roxy Wylie
At the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, student success librarian Roxy Wylie uses her love of discovery and adventure to help students find success.
July 21, 2025
Rounding the Bases: Matthew Schilling’s Homecoming
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith alum Matthew Schilling continues to call Crowder Field home as he suits up for the Fort Smith Marshals baseball team.
July 17, 2025
Eighteen Years and Counting with Stephany Dobbins
Stephany Dobbins has called the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith home for the last 18 years. As coordinator for new student and family programs, she looks forward to welcoming students to the "Lion Family."
June 18, 2025 Class Notes, Spring 2025
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith alumni share professional and personal updates.
May 28, 2025
Outstanding Young Alum Works to Protect Oklahoma Children
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith honored Cherokee Blanchard-Hartsell, '23, with an Outstanding Young Alum Award for her service to her community.
May 16, 2025
Day of Giving Raises $102,605 for Student Experiences, Scholarships, Support
UAFS raised $102,605 during its fifth-annual Day of Giving campaign, advancing the university’s Intrepid Ambition campaign—a strategic initiative to transform the UAFS campus by 2028.
May 01, 2025
UAFS Alumna's Book Touches Readers' Hearts
Brooke Devine, a 2017 graduate of UAFS, recently published her second book, "Love Stays the Same. " It is a touching tribute to her son as he transitions into becoming a big brother.
April 02, 2025
Nigel Otero: Turning Opportunities into Inspiration
When Nigel Otero came to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, he did so knowing it was an opportunity he wouldn't squander. Now, as an advising coordinator for the College of Business and Industry, he's working to inspire students to achieve...
March 31, 2025Media Relations
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