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ºÚÁÏÍø Mailbag: Wrapped

Check out the ºÚÁÏÍø Mailbag: Wrapped. It is the final edition of the semester and covers what you need to know for graduation, we take a look back at the semester, and share some positives heading into the extended break.

December 01, 2023
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ºÚÁÏÍø Prepares Students for Fall Finals

The ºÚÁÏÍø prepares students for finals with the Long Night Against Procrastination. The international tutoring event is designed to help students finish the semester strong.

November 28, 2023
Sophomores, Brenna Smith, psychology major (left) and Shelby Zink, biology major, make traditional corn husk dolls
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Native American Heritage Month Celebrated at ºÚÁÏÍø

The ºÚÁÏÍø and the ºÚÁÏÍø Native American Student Association celebrated Native American Heritage Month (November) with a full slate of campus-wide activities and events.

November 21, 2023
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ºÚÁÏÍø Mailbag: What We're Thankful For

The ºÚÁÏÍø Mailbag is back with a special holiday edition! Hear from your fellow Lions as Dr. Riley, students, and staff share what they're thankful for this holiday season.

November 17, 2023
ºÚÁÏÍø students celebrate Culture Fest through dance and traditional clothing
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International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest

The ºÚÁÏÍø Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join ºÚÁÏÍø students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...

November 16, 2023
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ºÚÁÏÍø Mailbag: Study Tips

The latest edition of the ºÚÁÏÍø Mailbag uncovers students' favorite places to study on campus. Read about some studying tips and tricks from ºÚÁÏÍø students and staff as you prepare for finals week, which is one month away.

November 10, 2023
Dr. Marsh Lavenue, CEO of INTERA, guest lectures to ºÚÁÏÍø geology students on Oct. 27, 2023
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CEO of INTERA Visits ºÚÁÏÍø Campus, Students

Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a ºÚÁÏÍø geology...

November 09, 2023
Mayeli Rivas, ºÚÁÏÍø junior nursing student
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First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas

ºÚÁÏÍø junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at ºÚÁÏÍø, but the support and encouragement from her family and ºÚÁÏÍø staff has helped her achieve...

October 26, 2023
Mayor George McGill (center) speaks to LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance students at recent Leadership Nuts and Bolts lecture
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Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with ºÚÁÏÍø Students

Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to ºÚÁÏÍø students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.

October 19, 2023
Bracelets made and handed out by the ºÚÁÏÍø Native American Student Association on Indigenous Peoples' Day, 2023
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ºÚÁÏÍø Students Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day

Students at the ºÚÁÏÍø celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day through conversations and bracelets.

October 09, 2023
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ºÚÁÏÍø Places in Four US News Categories.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith earned recognition this week as one of the top public universities in the south according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Colleges rankings, ranking 5th overall for social mobility and 12th ...

November 03, 2021
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Hispanic Heritage Month Kicks Off at ºÚÁÏÍø

This Wednesday, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will begin a month-long slate of events celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15. The events, which include a nacho bar and salsa dancing...

September 26, 2021
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2021 Move In Held August 19-21

ºÚÁÏÍø students will begin moving into campus housing this Thursday, August 19, and continue through August 21.

August 17, 2021
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Warden Encourages Grads to Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor

Dr. Ken Warden, commissioner of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education and former University of Arkansas – Fort Smith administrator, delivered three keynote addresses Saturday, May 10, encouraging more than 650 ºÚÁÏÍø graduates to move boldly...

April 15, 2026
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Biology Student Turns Childhood Love Into Conservation Calling

Senior biology student Emily Kelly plans a future in ecology and conservation

April 15, 2026

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