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9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ ROTC
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Campus...
September 07, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 05, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit
A former University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, will be displayed thanks to a generous...
September 04, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to Host Sà Se Puede Admissions Event
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith Office of Admissions welcomes Spanish-speaking families to share important information about transitioning to the university. The event, Si Se Puede, will be conducted in Spanish.
September 01, 2023
La ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ organizará el evento de Admisiones Si Se Puede
El evento será completamente en español y tiene como objetivo proporcionar a la comunidad hispana información útil sobre las necesidades de los estudiantes para una transición exitosa a la Universidad de ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith
September 01, 2023
Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith Alumni Office's annual 5k returns during the Family Weekend celebration. The Haunted Hustle 5k will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ campus.
September 01, 2023
Cub Camp Kick Off
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith kicked off its 20th Cub Camp with record-breaking participation on the heels of a 5% increase in first-time entering students compared to the 2022-23 academic year.
August 17, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Welcome Week 2023
Experience a vibrant start to the semester at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith’s Welcome Week 2023! Connect, engage, and thrive with exciting campus events. Check out the full Welcome Week schedule of events.
August 15, 2023
Get 'Move-In' Ready
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith fall 2023 semester is approaching. Shortly before the semester begins, hundreds of students will move into their new space as Lion’s Den or Sebastian Commons residents. Before move-in, the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Resident...
August 10, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Alumni Prepare for Inaugural Game
University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith volleyball alumni set to return for the inaugural alumni game. Some of the greatest Lions will compete against current players on Saturday, August 19, at 2 p.m., at Stubblefield Center. The game is free and open...
August 07, 2023
July 28 Mane Event to Feature Spanish Track for Familes
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith will continue its commitment to inclusive community engagement during its upcoming Mane Event orientation on Friday, July 28, 2023, with specialized Spanish language sessions to help parents and families learn...
July 21, 2023
Students Prepare for Fall Classes at Mane Event
Nearly 300 students attended the second of three Mane Events at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith as they prepare for fall classes.
July 21, 2023
Stuckey's CEO to Speak to Family Enterprise Center
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith Family Enterprise Center will host renowned speaker Stephanie Stuckey, CEO of Stuckey’s, for its quarterly breakfast slated for 7:30 a.m., Thursday, June 29, at the Center for Economic Development at the...
June 22, 2023
Mane Event Q&A
Close to 300 incoming students filled the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith campus on Friday, June 16, 2023 for a new student orientation called Mane Event. The students will begin their journey as Lions in the fall of 2023 taking paths as student-athletes,...
June 16, 2023
Summertime Music: ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Department of Music and Theatre Host Summer Camps
During the early weeks of summer at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith, chattering squirrels, the puttering of golf carts, and the sounds of prospective students on campus tours fill the air. But beginning Monday, June 12, notes will sound...
June 01, 2023
Gettin' Shrimpy With It
It’s okay to be ‘shellfish’ at the annual all-you-can-eat Roarin' on the River Shrimp Boil. Recent graduates and all Lions are invited to chow down on heaping portions of boiled shrimp, andouille sausage, corn-on-the-cob, potatoes, and KJ’s...
June 01, 2023
Two ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Students to Compete for Miss ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Crown
Getting dolled up and competing in front of an audience is nothing new for two University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith students. Junior Jayson Toney, a media communications major, and senior Callie Scherrey, a nursing major, will call Little Rock home...
May 24, 2023
College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences Celebrates Graduates
The 108th Commencement at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith began Saturday, May 13, 2023, with the graduation of more than 250 students from the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences (CHEHS).
May 13, 2023
Largest College at ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Honors Graduates
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith’s 108th commencement continued Saturday, May 13, 2023, with the College of Arts and Sciences graduating class. The more than 400 graduates of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµâ€™s largest college joined the more than 50,000 ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ alums...
May 13, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Spring Graduation Ends with College of Business and Industry
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