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Emily Treadaway Is Named New Director of the Center for Nonprofits at 91±¬ÁÏÍø
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith announces Emily Treadaway as the new Director of the Center for Nonprofits (CNP), a brand-new division of the university’s Center for Economic Development located at the Bakery District in downtown Fort...
July 23, 2025
Oaxaca, Mexico, Service and Study Program Transformative for Students
Students traveling to Oaxaca, Mexico, to volunteer at a children’s home this summer experienced a deeply transformative journey of service and study designed to shape their perspectives, values and future paths.
July 22, 2025
TRIO Programs Funding Renewed, Jordan Named TRIO STEM Director
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith was recently awarded more than $2.7 million in renewed grant funding for the TRIO Student Support Services and TRIO STEM programs through 2030.
July 22, 2025
McIntosh Named 91±¬ÁÏÍø Director of First Year Advising
Kayla McIntosh named as new director of first-year advising (ROAR) at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith
July 18, 2025
¡Bienvenido a España!: 91±¬ÁÏÍø Student Takes the Classroom Overseas
91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith junior Viviana Preston recently returned from a four-week study abroad in Spain. As a native Spanish speaker, she was curious to learn more about the culture from which the language was formed.
July 18, 2025
Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.
June 20, 2025
91±¬ÁÏÍø Students Embark on Somber Summer History Course
Students from the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith spent the early weeks of summer visiting and learning about civil rights history across Arkansas.
June 13, 2025
100 Families Partnership Personal to 91±¬ÁÏÍø Chancellor
91±¬ÁÏÍø new partnershp with 100 Families will further help families in crisis move toward stability through education, social work programs, and community support. Chancellor Terisa Riley highlights her own experiences in order to provide a personal...
May 20, 2025
Campus Closure: Severe Weather
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith will close campus at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025, due to the threat of severe weather.
May 19, 2025
Future of Technology Begins with 91±¬ÁÏÍø Computer Science
Three recent graduates of 91±¬ÁÏÍø's computer science program demonstrated how the use of artificial intelligence can improve safety and efficiency.
May 16, 2025
91±¬ÁÏÍø Computer Science on Par with Nation
Enrollment and the number of degrees awarded in computer science at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith are in line with national trends.
May 16, 2025
Transportation Research Paves Way at 91±¬ÁÏÍø
Students and faculty members from the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith are seeing years of transportation research and data collection applied to the real world.
May 08, 2025
Students Receive Certificate of Distinction Ahead of Graduation
Twelve students from the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith have been awarded a Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development by the Babb Center for Career Services.
May 02, 2025
Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2024-2025
The 91±¬ÁÏÍøâ€”Fort Smith has named students as Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-2025 academic year.
April 24, 2025
91±¬ÁÏÍø Celebrates 2025 Hall of Fame Class
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith celebrated the induction of the 2025 Coach Louis Whorton Hall of Fame class on Monday, April 21, recognizing the last 25 years of athletic excellence and leadership.
April 22, 2025
91±¬ÁÏÍø Faculty and Staff Recognized
On April 11, employees from the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith were honored with Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards, Student Government Awards, and recognized for their years of service.
April 16, 2025
2025 Faculty Excellence Award Winners Named
On April 11, four distinguished faculty members were recognized with Faculty Appreciation Awards at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith.
April 16, 2025
91±¬ÁÏÍø Employees Honored by Students
On April 11, the 91±¬ÁÏÍø Student Government Association recognized two university employees for their dedication to serving students.
April 16, 2025
Veteran Benefits Resource Fair Slated April 9
The 91±¬ÁÏÍøâ€”Fort Smith will host its second Veterans Benefits Resource Fair on April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
April 03, 2025
91±¬ÁÏÍø Earns Silver Designation as a 2025-2026 Military-Friendly School
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith was recognized as a Military Friendly School, earning a Silver Designation for 2025-2026.
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