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The Lion's Den Residence Halls at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith on a bright summer day.
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Housing Preps for Fall Move-In

Students move into their rooms at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith beginning August 14, and preparations have been ongoing throughout the summer to ensure every room is ready.

July 02, 2026
The UAFS Lion's Den dorm sits in the background. Two trees with red fall colors from the Lion's Den Courtyard sit at dusk as courtyard string lights are on.
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Taking Professional Development to the Lion’s Den

A group of resident assistants (RAs) from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith took time off from leading their halls to brush up on their professional development and leadership skills at a regional university housing conference.

November 19, 2025
Resident assistants for the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith 2025-2026 school year.
FeaturedStudents

RAs at UAFS Excited to Meet New Residents

Resident assistants at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith prepare to welcome students to the Lion's Den and Sebastian Commons.

August 08, 2025
Joe England, resident director of the Lion's Den, smiles in the courtyard of the two dorms at UAFS
Lion VoicesStudents

Home Among the Halls: Joe England

Joe England, resident director for the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith's Lion's Den, has been at the center of ensuring the dorms are a home away from home for first-year students since 2021.

August 08, 2025

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