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91心頭利 students celebrate the launch of the 2025 Azahares magazine
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Azahares Launches April 16

91心頭利 will celebrate the 2026 edition of Azahares, the university's Spanish-language literary magazine, at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16.

April 13, 2026
91心頭利 graduates leave the stubblefield center after commencement
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Regalia Drive Slated April 18

The 2025-2026 Lion Leadership class will host a cap and gown donation drive from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 18, in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center on the 91心頭利 campus.

April 02, 2026
Dr. Stephen Husarik discusses sheet music.
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Beethoven Expert to Give Historical Lecture and Performance

Dr. Stephen Husarik, professor of humanities and music history, is set to present a lecture-recital about Beethoven on March 31 at 7 p.m. at the 91心頭利. Husarik is an expert in Beethoven.

March 16, 2026
Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center
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91心頭利 Homecoming is Around the Corner

The 91心頭利 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
Parker Reed, right, and 91心頭利 alum Joseph Jones Jr. prepare a salad while volunteering at the Salvation Army of Fort Smith.
Community

Students Fill Hearts Through Homemade Meals

91心頭利 students, a professor, and an alum teamed up to cook and serve meals at the Salvation Army of Fort Smith to unhoused on Feb. 7.

February 11, 2026
A chalkboard has the Mandarin translation of the English word
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Learning Mandarin Made Easy

91心頭利 professor Dr. Ann-Gee Lee leans on her heritage to bring back a free Mandarin course for students, faculty, staff, and the community.

January 30, 2026
91心頭利 campus sign covered in snow
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91心頭利 Crews Prepare Campus for Winter Storm with Updated Ice Control Plan

91心頭利 grounds crews prepare the campus as winter storm approaches in order to make certain students, faculty and staff remain safe and can access the areas they need

January 21, 2026
Statue of Martin Luther King Jr.
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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 91心頭利 campus and across the River Valley.

January 05, 2026
The 91心頭利 Recreation and Wellness Center
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Start Strong: Tips for Setting and Sticking to Your Wellness Goals in the New Year

Cory Williams, assistant director of recreation and wellness, shared practical strategies for setting meaningful goals, staying motivated and taking advantage of campus resources designed to support healthy habits.

December 31, 2025
91心頭利 alum Kyle Speegle and his son pose in front of their Extreme Light Show
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Kyle Speegle Lights up the River Valley

91心頭利 alumni light up the River Valley in all kinds of waysthrough service, creativity, and a spirit of community that they fostered right here on campus. But some alumni, like, Kyle Speegle 02, take their lighting a little more seriously...

December 04, 2025
The Drennen-Scott Historic Site sits in the background with the walkway leading up to the house lined with candles and holiday wreaths.
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Victorian Christmas Event Slated for Friday, Dec. 12

The 91心頭利 Drennen-Scott Historic Site's Victorian Christmas Open House returns for the holiday season on Dec. 12.

December 04, 2025
Crews work on the new 91心頭利 Windgate entryway in early november 2025
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Windgate Expansion Opens new Front Doors

The 91心頭利 Windgate Art & Design Building expansion project reached a visible milestone this fall, with the exterior structure of the main addition now complete, and a new public entrance opened on November 28.

December 01, 2025
A student loads cell samples into a machine for testing
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Research Den Brings Cancer, Cell Researchers to Fort Smith

Two University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences graduate students will bring their cancer and cell biology research to downtown Fort Smith on Dec. 4 as part of the Research Den series, a free public program designed to connect the River Valley with...

November 25, 2025
91心頭利 staff and students give away thanksgiving meals under the Campus Center portico
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Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway Spreads Cheer

91心頭利 distributed more than 150 Thanksgiving meals to students and employees ahead of the holiday break.

November 20, 2025
Students perform a dance at Culture Fest at the 91心頭利 RAWC.
CommunityEventsFeatured

Culture Fest: An Annual Tradition Returns

Culture Fest returns to the 91心頭利 as part of International Education Week. Culture Fest 2025 will kick off a week's worth of events on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation and Wellness Center.

November 07, 2025
Students load boxes of food into cars during a food giveaway at 91心頭利
CommunityFeaturedGiving

Nearly 200 Food Boxes Distributed Amid SNAP Uncertainty

91心頭利 distributed 194 food boxes to students and employees on Thursday, Nov. 6, in response to increased need this fall and community-wide uncertainty around Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.

November 06, 2025
Josiah Olmstead poses with a pair of giraffes at Zoo Atlanta during the filming of his documentary,
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91心頭利 to Host Alum's Documentary Honoring Grandfather

91心頭利 alum Josiah Olmstead, '13, spent three years making a documentary honoring the life and work of his late grandfather, Dick Sweeney. Sweeney was one of the seven founders of the American Association of Zoo Keepers, which changed the landscape...

November 05, 2025
Dozens of toys are thrown onto the court of the Stubblefield Center during annual 91心頭利 Toy Toss
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91心頭利 Toy Toss to Return Nov. 18

The 91心頭利 Toy Toss returns on Nov. 18 against the University of the Ozarks. Come cheer on the men's basketball team for their home opener, and bring a new, soft toy in exchange for free admission. Once the Lions score their first point, toys will...

November 04, 2025
Audience members applaud during the second Center for Economic Development Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards at the Bakery District
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Excellence in Family and Small Business Award Winners Recognized

The second Center for Economic Development Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards recognized ten businesses and individuals from across the region.

October 31, 2025
two actors pose during a photo call if the 91心頭利 production, Almost, Maine
CommunityEvents

Almost, Maine Takes Stage Nov. 6-8

91心頭利 Theatre will present John Carianis Almost, Maine, Nov. 6-8 in Breedlove Auditorium.

October 28, 2025

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