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91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: Feeding Lions

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag’s latest edition tackles food insecurity and how 91¿´Æ¬Íø helps students, faculty, and staff overcome this by offering services through the Dave Stevens Lion Pride Pantry, an on-campus food pantry.

September 29, 2023
Student walks across the 91¿´Æ¬Íø campus with her backpack and a smile
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College Fair Coming to 91¿´Æ¬Íø

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø to host inaugural fall college fair from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 19. 91¿´Æ¬Íø will host nearly two dozen colleges and universities from Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for high school students and their...

September 18, 2023
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91¿´Æ¬Íø Ranked as one of 2024's Best Colleges by US News

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø was named to the U.S. News list of 2024 Best Colleges in multiple categories.

September 18, 2023
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91¿´Æ¬Íø Names Family Enterprise Center for Jim Walcott

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø announced today that it will rename its Family Enterprise Center to honor the late Jim Walcott, whose legacy has profoundly impacted the River Valley.

September 15, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø students share why they registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.
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Constitution Week at 91¿´Æ¬Íø, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day

On Sept. 19 the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Student Government Association will be helping students register to vote for National Voter Registration Day. This is one event scheduled as part of Constitution Week.

September 13, 2023
Numa dressed as a mail carrier
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91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering 91¿´Æ¬Íø Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights 91¿´Æ¬Íø volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!

September 12, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø Alumni Advisory Council's seven newest members. (left to right, top and bottom: Maddie Stojanovic, Josh Funmaker, Laura Schmutz Beltran, Dr. Shelli Henehan, Sam Winterberg, Lindsey Steiger-Muck, Logan Parks)
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Seven Welcomed to 91¿´Æ¬Íø Alumni Advisory Council

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all 91¿´Æ¬Íø alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.

September 07, 2023
American Flags planted throughout the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Campus Green with the Bell Tower in the background
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9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by 91¿´Æ¬Íø ROTC

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø 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¿´Æ¬Íø Campus...

September 07, 2023
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91¿´Æ¬Íø Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.

September 05, 2023
Student Disability Services' new space at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø, Flanders 114
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Student Disability Services Moves Location

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø enhances student support with new space for inclusive learning and testing.

September 01, 2023
Abby Musset, 91¿´Æ¬Íø Dental Hygiene student
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From Degrees to Dental Hygiene Excellence: A Journey of Passion and Purpose

91¿´Æ¬Íø non-traditional student Abby Musset shares her journey to 91¿´Æ¬Íø to study dental hygiene after completing her bachelor’s and master's degrees.

August 29, 2023
Numa, dressed as a mail carrier in a pile of letters.
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91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: What You Missed

The second edition of the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag features university updates to inform students of what has happened since the end of the 2022-2023 academic year.

August 25, 2023
High school students attending the CDA Academy receiving classroom instruction
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Hands-On Learning: A Pathway to Early Childhood Education Careers

High school students attend Early Childhood Summer CDA Academy at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø to begin the pathway to earning a credential for a career in Early Childhood Education.

August 21, 2023
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91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: Welcome

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag is a new editorial for the curiosity of all things 91¿´Æ¬Íø and encourages students, faculty, and staff alike to ask questions about campus they want answered.

August 18, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø students gather around a yard-game of Connect Four in the Lion's Den Courtyard
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Cub Camp Kick Off

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø 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
The Alumni Center mural
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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
A mom gets ready to take her son into the Mamava Lactation Pod at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø's Little Lions Child Development Center.
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Little Lions Make Big Investment in Families

The 91¿´Æ¬Íø'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
Dr. Patti Conard, a 91¿´Æ¬Íø, associate professor and endowed professor for the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences
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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 University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. With deep roots in the institution as an alumna,...

August 10, 2023
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The Dog Days of...Cicadas?

Discover the fascinating world of campus wildlife at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø. Learn about the mesmerizing songs of the cicadas, and the science behind their loud buzz during the scorching summer days.

August 04, 2023
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Tax-Free Savings

Arkansas Tax-Free Weekend means savings for 91¿´Æ¬Íø students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and families. Take advantage of the savings at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Lion's Bookstore Saturday, Aug. 5 and Sunday, Aug. 6.

August 02, 2023

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