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91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: Wrapped
Check out the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: Wrapped. It is the final edition of the semester and covers what you need to know for graduation, we take a look back at the semester, and share some positives heading into the extended break.
December 01, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø Prepares Students for Fall Finals
The 91¿´Æ¬Íø prepares students for finals with the Long Night Against Procrastination. The international tutoring event is designed to help students finish the semester strong.
November 28, 2023
Native American Heritage Month Celebrated at 91¿´Æ¬Íø
The 91¿´Æ¬Íø and the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Native American Student Association celebrated Native American Heritage Month (November) with a full slate of campus-wide activities and events.
November 21, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: What We're Thankful For
The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag is back with a special holiday edition! Hear from your fellow Lions as Dr. Riley, students, and staff share what they're thankful for this holiday season.
November 17, 2023
International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest
The 91¿´Æ¬Íø Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join 91¿´Æ¬Íø students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...
November 16, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag: Study Tips
The latest edition of the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Mailbag uncovers students' favorite places to study on campus. Read about some studying tips and tricks from 91¿´Æ¬Íø students and staff as you prepare for finals week, which is one month away.
November 10, 2023
CEO of INTERA Visits 91¿´Æ¬Íø Campus, Students
Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a 91¿´Æ¬Íø geology...
November 09, 2023
First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas
91¿´Æ¬Íø junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at 91¿´Æ¬Íø, but the support and encouragement from her family and 91¿´Æ¬Íø staff has helped her achieve...
October 26, 2023
Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with 91¿´Æ¬Íø Students
Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to 91¿´Æ¬Íø students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.
October 19, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø Students Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day
Students at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day through conversations and bracelets.
October 09, 2023
91¿´Æ¬Íø Places in Four US News Categories.
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith earned recognition this week as one of the top public universities in the south according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Colleges rankings, ranking 5th overall for social mobility and 12th ...
November 03, 2021
Hispanic Heritage Month Kicks Off at 91¿´Æ¬Íø
This Wednesday, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will begin a month-long slate of events celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15. The events, which include a nacho bar and salsa dancing...
September 26, 2021
2021 Move In Held August 19-21
91¿´Æ¬Íø students will begin moving into campus housing this Thursday, August 19, and continue through August 21.
August 17, 2021
Warden Encourages Grads to Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor
Dr. Ken Warden, commissioner of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education and former University of Arkansas – Fort Smith administrator, delivered three keynote addresses Saturday, May 10, encouraging more than 650 91¿´Æ¬Íø graduates to move boldly...
April 15, 2026
Biology Student Turns Childhood Love Into Conservation Calling
Senior biology student Emily Kelly plans a future in ecology and conservation
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