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91±¬ÁÏÍø Professors Offer Tax Day Tips

Today is Tax day, and we’ve asked Dr. Randall Stone and Dr. Diana Sims, two tax pros at 91±¬ÁÏÍø what we need to know when filing this year.

April 18, 2023
Jane Sargent accepts 91±¬ÁÏÍø Hall of Fame award from Curtis Janz
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91±¬ÁÏÍø Hall of Fame Grows with 2023 Class Induction

Winning a championship at any level is the pinnacle of achievement in athletics. However, beyond the game, there is one more goal to be reached – the hall of fame.

April 12, 2023
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2023 Azahares Available Now

Azahares, 91±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Spanish-language literary magazine, published its 16th issue in April.

April 10, 2023
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ChancellorNews

Spring Beautiful and Busy on Campus

The next few weeks are so busy that most of us will be wishing we could be in two places at once. The Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment schedule is busy this time of the year with the annual Jazz Band concert scheduled for Tuesday night from 7-9...

April 10, 2023
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91±¬ÁÏÍø Wind Ensemble to Host Symposium, Concert

The 91±¬ÁÏÍø Department of Music and Theatre is excited about the new Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment. The 91±¬ÁÏÍø Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, Director of Bands, will take the stage on April 18 at 7:00 p.m. At the...

April 07, 2023
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91±¬ÁÏÍø Student Wins Competition at Spanish Symposium

Gaby Hernandez Donato, a 91±¬ÁÏÍø senior Spanish major, won the Poster Presentation competition at the Sin Limites Spanish and L2 Teachers Symposium on April 1.

April 07, 2023
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Welding Rodeo Winners

Students from nearly a dozen River Valley high schools competed in this year’s Welding Rodeo at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith, presented by the Welding Technology Department of the 91±¬ÁÏÍø College of Business and Industry.

April 03, 2023
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Symphony, University Bands Bring Beautiful Music to Campus Green

The Fort Smith Symphony and the 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith will host Symphony on the Green this weekend, promising an unforgettable experience for music lovers and families. The Saturday, April 1, event kicks off at 3:30 p.m. and is free...

March 29, 2023
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Employee Mental Health Top of Mind for 91±¬ÁÏÍø Human Resources

The 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith prides itself on having some of the most dedicated and highly-qualified faculty and staff in the country – experts who choose to bring their knowledge and skill to the River Valley. To help ensure the people...

March 23, 2023
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New Director of Child Development Center Passionate about Early Education

Annette Lauver had a resume full of things that made her perfect for her new role as director of the Little Lions Child Development Center at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith.

March 21, 2023
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Chancellor Updates Campus on University’s Role in Region, UA System

We have had a very active two weeks on the campus of the 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith. I believe a short summary before a well-deserved break was due.

March 16, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø ROTC members
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91±¬ÁÏÍø Elevates Military Friendly Ranking

The 91±¬ÁÏÍø – 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.

March 07, 2023
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91±¬ÁÏÍø hosts All-Majors Career Fair

The 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith will host an All-Majors Career 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...

March 07, 2023
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ChancellorNews

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...

March 03, 2023
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Chancellor Updates Campus on Homecoming, ‘Spelling Bee,’ Accepted Students

It has been a busy and productive two weeks at 91±¬ÁÏÍø. 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...

February 24, 2023
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91±¬ÁÏÍø 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 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith.

February 21, 2023
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2023 Alumni Award Winners Announced

91±¬ÁÏÍø - 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.

February 18, 2023
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Witt, Gilbertson Crowned Homecoming Royalty

On Saturday afternoon, February 18, 2023, the Lions, Camera, Action, slate of homecoming festivities at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Jesse Witt and Shae Gilbertson as 2023 Homecoming King and Queen.

February 18, 2023
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2023 Homecoming Court Announced

The 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith Student Life Office announced the finalists for the 2023 Homecoming Court on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

February 16, 2023
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ChancellorNews

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.

February 08, 2023

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