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Students Honor Faculty and Staff with Distinguished Awards
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith's Student Government Association awarded two awards on Friday, April 10, one to a staff member and one to faculty, during the UAFS Faculty and Staff Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Three Take Home Annual UAFS Staff Awards
Staff members from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith were recognized for their service to the university during the April 10 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Five Faculty Take Home Prestigious UAFS Awards
Faculty members from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith were recognized for their service to the university and community, teaching effectiveness, research, and ability to connect with students at the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremo...
April 10, 2026
Beethoven Expert to Give Historical Lecture and Performance
Dr. Stephen Husarik, professor of humanities and music history, is set to present a lecture-recital about Beethoven on March 31 at 7 p.m. at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. Husarik is an expert in Beethoven.
March 16, 2026
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
Conducting the Rhythm of Teaching: Dr. Alex Zacharella
Dr. Alexandra Zacharella has been a staple of the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith's music department for nearly 20 years. Music is in her DNA, and she has a passion to share it with students.
June 25, 2025
UAFS Faculty and Staff Recognized
On April 11, employees from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith were honored with Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards, Student Government Awards, and recognized for their years of service.
April 16, 2025
2025 Faculty Excellence Award Winners Named
On April 11, four distinguished faculty members were recognized with Faculty Appreciation Awards at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.
April 16, 2025
UAFS Employees Honored by Students
On April 11, the UAFS Student Government Association recognized two university employees for their dedication to serving students.
April 16, 2025
Cataloging Resources: How Andrea Parton Became the Librarian She Was Meant to Be
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Discovery and Access Librarian Andrea Parton never intended to follow in her dad's footsteps. As a librarian, she does the job she was always meant to have.
March 31, 2025
Six-Strings and Shakespeare
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Professor and Director of the Myles Friedman Honors Program, Dr. Dennis Siler, has a knack for seeing raw potential - whether in a piece of wood destined to become a guitar or a student poised to achieve greatness.
December 17, 2024
Chemistry Professor to Head Center for Teaching and Learning
Dr. Jordan Mader, the new faculty fellow leading the first semesters of UAFS’s Center for Teaching and Learning, has some priorities, and the first one is listening.
November 25, 2024
Dr. Kayla Murray: Mending Mathematical Misconceptions
Math can be difficult. At the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, associate professor Dr. Kayla Murray has changed her approach to teaching the subject, and it is catching on.
November 22, 2024
UAFS Establishes Center for Teaching and Learning
UAFS is set to introduce a Center for Teaching and Learning this fall, a strategic development aimed at advancing faculty expertise and student engagement through innovative educational strategies. The center’s establishment marks a significant...
August 21, 2024
12 New Faculty Members Join UAFS this Fall
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith welcomed a dozen new faculty members to campus to begin the academic year with disciplines in each of the three colleges at UAFS.
August 20, 2024 Jordan Mader and the Chemists of the Future
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith professor of chemistry Jordan Mader may have a last name that rhymes with an iconic Star Wars villain, but she is the opposite of the "Dark Side" when it comes to teaching the future of chemists.
April 30, 2024Faculty, Staff Celebrated for Excellence
On Friday, April 5, the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith administration hosted an appreciation brunch for faculty and staff.
April 09, 2024University Celebrates Years of Service
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith celebrated the years of service of 69 employees who reached benchmark anniversaries this year.
April 05, 2024
First-Generation Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Janine Chitty
Before Dr. Janine Chitty began teaching English at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, she was a non-traditional first-generation student learning to navigate college. She now uses her experience to guide students facing similar challenges so...
March 01, 2024
Readying Player One and the Gamer, Cody Holt
Follow the evolution of University of Arkansas - Fort Smith senior instructor Cody Holt. From gamer to UAFS educator and eSports coach, uncover his gaming passion and commitment to student achievement along the way.
February 16, 2024Media Relations
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