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Seven Welcomed to ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Alumni Advisory Council
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.
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
Student Disability Services Moves Location
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith enhances student support with new space for inclusive learning and testing.
September 01, 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
From Degrees to Dental Hygiene Excellence: A Journey of Passion and Purpose
University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith non-traditional student Abby Musset shares her journey to ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ to study dental hygiene after completing her bachelor’s and master's degrees.
August 29, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: What You Missed
The second edition of the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith Mailbag features university updates to inform students of what has happened since the end of the 2022-2023 academic year.
August 25, 2023
Welcome to Fall 2023
If you’re looking around and feeling like there is more energy on campus, you’re right.
August 24, 2023
Hands-On Learning: A Pathway to Early Childhood Education ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµs
High school students attend Early Childhood Summer CDA Academy at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith to begin the pathway to earning a credential for a career in Early Childhood Education.
August 21, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Mailbag: Welcome
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith Mailbag is a new editorial for the curiosity of all things ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ and encourages students, faculty, and staff alike to ask questions about campus they want answered.
August 18, 2023
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ System Back Online
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith system is back online after an outage impacted campus on the morning of Thursday, August 17, 2023.
August 17, 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
Alumni Legacy Awards
Twenty students received financial aid through the Alumni Legacy Scholarship in the 2023-2024 academic year. This is the highest number of scholarships awarded in a single year.
August 16, 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
Little Lions Make Big Investment in Families
The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ - Fort Smith's Little Lions Child Development Center celebrates the start of the fall semester and National Breastfeeding Month (August) with the opening of a Mamava Lactation Pod. A state-of-the-art pod designed with moms...
August 11, 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
Faculty Voices: Dr. Patti Conard
Explore the inspiring story of Dr. Patti Conard, an associate professor and endowed professor for the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ – Fort Smith. With deep roots in the institution as an alumna,...
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...
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