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ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Students Celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors

Celebrated by millions around the world, the Hindu Festival of Colors, better known as Holi, made an impact right here on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ campus Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Neither cool weather nor the threat of rain could stop one of the newest clubs on...

ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Elevates Military Friendly Ranking

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith has once again been awarded designation as a Military Friendly School for the 2023-2024 academic year. The university earned Silver Status designation, moving up in the ranks from last year’s Bronze rating.

ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ hosts All-Majors ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Fair

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith will host an All-Majors ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Fair on Thursday, March 9 from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. More than 100 students from all majors will be in attendance with an opportunity to speak with 46 vendors and employers...

Spanish Poetry Slamming Success

Students took to the Windgate Art and Design Theatre stage Thursday, March 2, 2023, for a unique presentation of culture and art.

Chancellor Riley Reports Staff Senate Actions, Budget Updates

As the weather warms up, I am so grateful for the signs of spring I see across our beautiful campus. I don’t know about you, but I was really getting tired of leafless trees and dry or dead plants/grass. The rain this week will cause a quick greening...

ESports Team gets a Powerup: Team Uniforms Unveiled

On the second floor of the Baldor Technology Center, a converted classroom is now home to one of the fastest growing sports in the world. The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith eSports team has been in the works since the summer of 2021, behind...

Chancellor Updates Campus on Homecoming, ‘Spelling Bee,’ Accepted Students

It has been a busy and productive two weeks at ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ. We had an amazing Homecoming Week full of campus activities and visits with proud alumni who have a lifelong love for this university. Thanks to everyone who worked hard to make all of the events...

ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Offers Unique Summer Program for High School Juniors

High school juniors considering a career in early childhood education have a new opportunity to learn, earn college credits, and receive a stipend thanks to an innovative program at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ - Fort Smith.

Lion Voices: ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Archivist Shelley Blanton

Fall 2022 Dean's and Chancellor's Lists Annouced

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the fall 2022 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. Students with a 4.0 (straight-A) grade point average are now included...

Witt, Gilbertson Crowned Homecoming Royalty

On Saturday afternoon, February 18, 2023, the Lions, Camera, Action, slate of homecoming festivities at the University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Jesse Witt and Shae Gilbertson as 2023 Homecoming King and Queen.

2023 Alumni Award Winners Announced

University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ - Fort Smith alumni gathered for the homecoming brunch on Saturday, Feb. 18, first celebrating award winners before heading to the pep rally and basketball games at the Gayle Kaundart Arena in the Stubblefield Center.

2023 Homecoming Court Announced

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith Student Life Office announced the finalists for the 2023 Homecoming Court on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

Majors Expo Welcomes Current, Future Students

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ - Fort Smith will host its annual Majors Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, in the Recreation and Wellness Center (RAWC).

Chancellor Riley Celebrates Read This! Committee

This note is specifically to lift up and celebrate the work of the Read This Committee whose members, in partnership with the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute, selected and hosted Pulitzer Prize winning author Colson Whitehead on campus.

Lena Davis - Lion Voices

Lena talks about her time and activity on the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ campus.

ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ to Host The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith Theatre Department will perform the Tony Award-winning musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee from February 23 to March 4 at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Breedlove Auditorium.

Chancellor Advances Upcoming Events on Campus, at CED

I am thrilled to write to you today NOT to cancel or postpone classes. It is shocking to see that the forecast this weekend is in the mid to high-50s after spend the early part of this week iced into our homes. Again, I want to thank all of you for...

ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ’s Jumpstart ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ to Expand to NorthWest ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Community College

The University of ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ – Fort Smith’s Jumpstart ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ announced that it received a grant of $219,287 from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, through the support of EngageAR, the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ state office...

Chancellor Message: Campus Announcement

Campus will open at 10 a.m. for normal operations on Thursday, February 2, 2023. This delayed start to work and classes should allow the majority of normal commuting traffic to be off the roadways when our employees are coming to work. Stay up-to-date...