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Den Day Invites Students to Explore Life as a Lion
ºÚÁÏÍø Admissions will once again welcome prospective students and their families to Den Day on Wednesday, April 15, with a half-day program that showcases academic programs, student services, and campus life.
April 13, 2026
Azahares Launches April 16
ºÚÁÏÍø will celebrate the 2026 edition of Azahares, the university's Spanish-language literary magazine, at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16.
April 13, 2026
Five Faculty Take Home Prestigious ºÚÁÏÍø Awards
Faculty members from the ºÚÁÏÍø 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
Three Take Home Annual ºÚÁÏÍø Staff Awards
Staff members from the ºÚÁÏÍø were recognized for their service to the university during the April 10 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Students Honor Faculty and Staff with Distinguished Awards
The ºÚÁÏÍø's Student Government Association awarded two awards on Friday, April 10, one to a staff member and one to faculty, during the ºÚÁÏÍø Faculty and Staff Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Research Symposium Slated April 10
The 19th Annual Student Research Symposium on Friday, April 10, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Boreham Library.Â
April 06, 2026
Ask the Expert: Happy Tax Day
ºÚÁÏÍø associate professor of accounting, Dr. Dillon Walker, shares his insight as a CPA about what you need to know for the upcoming April 15 tax holiday.
April 03, 2026
Fall 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced
The ºÚÁÏÍø releases the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List and Dean's List. Students are recognized for their academic achievements.
March 16, 2026
Half Hour is All That's Needed for FAFSA Aid
The Financial Aid and Veteran Benefits Office at the ºÚÁÏÍø will host a drop-in event for students to get a head start on their 2026-27 FAFSA application on Monday, March 16.
March 13, 2026
$3M in Scholarships Available to ºÚÁÏÍø Students
Close to $3 million in private, donor-funded scholarships are available to University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students through the Lion’s Share scholarship portal, and university officials are urging students to complete required applications...
March 04, 2026
ºÚÁÏÍø Career Fair Slated for March 5
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith prepares to host national and regional employers for students interested in internships or part-time and full-time work, as well as options to continue their education at graduate schools.
March 03, 2026
Expert Shares Insight into Why Local Elections Matter
ºÚÁÏÍø Associate Professor of Political Science, Dr. Williams Yamkam, shares his expertise on local elections ahead of Arkansas' primary election on March 3, 2026.
March 02, 2026
Accepted Students Day Roars Back with New Name
The ºÚÁÏÍø welcomed nearly 400 students and guests to campus on Friday, Feb. 13, for Roar and Explore. Previously known as Accepted Students Day, the day-long event hosted students who have all been admitted to ºÚÁÏÍø.
February 16, 2026
ºÚÁÏÍø Homecoming is Around the Corner
The ºÚÁÏÍø is putting the final touches on Homecoming 2026. Throughout the week of Feb. 23-28, there will be new and returning favorites for everyone to enjoy.
February 16, 2026
There's A Reason Why We Like Candy, Chemistry Explains It All
An associate professor of chemistry at the ºÚÁÏÍø details how science explains candy preferences and composition. Chemistry, down to the molecular level, is why certain sweet treats are favorites.
February 13, 2026
$15M Federal Appropriation to Fund Center for Maternal and Infant Healthcare
ºÚÁÏÍø is set to receive $15 million in federal funding to construct and equip a state-of-the-art Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare, following congressional approval of key FY2026 appropriations bills.
February 04, 2026
Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The ºÚÁÏÍø is preparing for a significant winter weather system by pivoting to remote work and canceling all classes after 12 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23.
January 22, 2026
River Valley MLK Commission to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Events
Several events are scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, both on the ºÚÁÏÍø campus and across the River Valley.
January 05, 2026
Five Secure SURF Grants; Record for ºÚÁÏÍø
Five students from the ºÚÁÏÍø have received Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Grants from the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, setting a record for ºÚÁÏÍø.
December 10, 2025
2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for ºÚÁÏÍø
View some of the top stories and events at the ºÚÁÏÍø from 2025.
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