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Lion Voices: Khuong "Peter" Ta
Lion Voices features Peter, who is an international student from Vietnam. Peter is a Senior, Biochemistry major who has a lot to say about the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith and how it has helped him.
September 08, 2023
Seven Welcomed to 91±¬ÁÏÍø Alumni Advisory Council
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all 91±¬ÁÏÍø alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.
September 07, 2023
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by 91±¬ÁÏÍø ROTC
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the 91±¬ÁÏÍø Campus...
September 07, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 05, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit
A former 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at 91±¬ÁÏÍø, will be displayed thanks to a generous...
September 04, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø to Host Sà Se Puede 91±¬ÁÏÍø Event
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith Office of 91±¬ÁÏÍø welcomes Spanish-speaking families to share important information about transitioning to the university. The event, Si Se Puede, will be conducted in Spanish.
September 01, 2023
Student Disability Services Moves Location
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith enhances student support with new space for inclusive learning and testing.
September 01, 2023
La 91±¬ÁÏÍø organizará el evento de Admisiones Si Se Puede
El evento será completamente en español y tiene como objetivo proporcionar a la comunidad hispana información útil sobre las necesidades de los estudiantes para una transición exitosa a la Universidad de Arkansas - Fort Smith
September 01, 2023
Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith Alumni Office's annual 5k returns during the Family Weekend celebration. The Haunted Hustle 5k will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, on the 91±¬ÁÏÍø campus.
September 01, 2023
From Degrees to Dental Hygiene Excellence: A Journey of Passion and Purpose
91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith non-traditional student Abby Musset shares her journey to 91±¬ÁÏÍø to study dental hygiene after completing her bachelor’s and master's degrees.
August 29, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø Mailbag: What You Missed
The second edition of the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith Mailbag features university updates to inform students of what has happened since the end of the 2022-2023 academic year.
August 25, 2023
Welcome to Fall 2023
If you’re looking around and feeling like there is more energy on campus, you’re right.
August 24, 2023
Hands-On Learning: A Pathway to Early Childhood Education Careers
High school students attend Early Childhood Summer CDA Academy at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith to begin the pathway to earning a credential for a career in Early Childhood Education.
August 21, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø Mailbag: Welcome
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith Mailbag is a new editorial for the curiosity of all things 91±¬ÁÏÍø and encourages students, faculty, and staff alike to ask questions about campus they want answered.
August 18, 2023
Cub Camp Kick Off
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith kicked off its 20th Cub Camp with record-breaking participation on the heels of a 5% increase in first-time entering students compared to the 2022-23 academic year.
August 17, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø System Back Online
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith system is back online after an outage impacted campus on the morning of Thursday, August 17, 2023.
August 17, 2023
Alumni Legacy Awards
Twenty students received financial aid through the Alumni Legacy Scholarship in the 2023-2024 academic year. This is the highest number of scholarships awarded in a single year.
August 16, 2023
91±¬ÁÏÍø Welcome Week 2023
Experience a vibrant start to the semester at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith’s Welcome Week 2023! Connect, engage, and thrive with exciting campus events. Check out the full Welcome Week schedule of events.
August 15, 2023
Little Lions Make Big Investment in Families
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø - Fort Smith's Little Lions Child Development Center celebrates the start of the fall semester and National Breastfeeding Month (August) with the opening of a Mamava Lactation Pod. A state-of-the-art pod designed with moms...
August 11, 2023
Faculty Voices: Dr. Patti Conard
Explore the inspiring story of Dr. Patti Conard, an associate professor and endowed professor for the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences at the 91±¬ÁÏÍø – Fort Smith. With deep roots in the institution as an alumna,...
August 10, 2023Popular Topics
Media Relations
The 91±¬ÁÏÍø Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.
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- Director of Strategic Communications
- 479-788-7132
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