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Blakelynn Roberson graduation at 91心頭利 in May of 2022
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Roberson '22 Landed Dream Job Following Graduation

When Blakelynn Roberson was a child, she admired her mother in uniform before heading to work as a corrections officer at a prison in Phoenix, Arizona. When Roberson was old enough, the stories her mother told her inspired her to follow in her mothers...

June 21, 2022
Mayeli Rivas photographed for Northside High School graduation.
Health Education and Human Sciences

Rivas Forges Path to 91心頭利 with Upward Bound

As our junior year came around, most of us felt defeated by the pandemic and the never-ending stress, but this year has been fundamentally different, said Mayeli Rivas to excited listeners packing the football field during the Northside High...

June 21, 2022
Business and Industry

CBPD to Host Microsoft Excel Training Courses

The University of Arkansas Fort Smith Center for Business and Professional Development will host a series of two-day courses designed to help individuals learn to use Microsoft Excel. Trainings will be held at the 91心頭利 Center for Economic Development...

June 21, 2022
Dr. Latisha Settlage lectures
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91心頭利 Business Dean Earns Women In Business Award

At the heart of everything, Dr. Latisha Settlage believes making connections is the key to success in business and life.

June 20, 2022
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Spring 2022 Deans List Announced

The University of Arkansas Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the spring 2022 semester, according to Dr. Georgia Hale, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.

June 20, 2022
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Summer Reading: Juneteenth Edition

In celebration of Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States, John Blue, executive director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at 91心頭利 compiled this incredible list of works that explore,...

June 18, 2022
Officer Colby Edwards recieves the 2021 Sebastian County Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award from Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge.
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Colby Edwards '20 Awarded Police Officer of the Year

During his first year on the force, 23-year-old Fort Smith Police Officer Colby Edwards experienced a whirlwind of press attention and commendations after using his skills, knowledge, and compassion to de-escalate a dangerous situation and save a...

June 14, 2022
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Popular Shrimp Boil Returns to 91心頭利

The Roarin on the River Low Country Shrimp Boil is roaring back to the 91心頭利 this month with its first in-person appearance since 2019.

June 14, 2022
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Summer Music Camps Return to 91心頭利

The 91心頭利 Music and Theatre Department will offer two exciting and fun music camps this month for area students.

June 08, 2022
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Boots to Business Veteran Entrepreneurship Course Slated for Jun. 7

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Center at the 91心頭利, will host Boots to Business Reboot, an entrepreneurial education and training program specifically geared for veterans, active duty service members, and...

June 03, 2022
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Featured

Summer Reading Series: Pride

Throughout the summer students, faculty, and staff at the 91心頭利 will release weekly reading (and watching) lists, centered around amplifying diverse voices and sharing moving stories with the 91心頭利 and River Valley commun...

June 03, 2022
91心頭利 Gallery of Art & Design showcase
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91心頭利 Gallery of Art & Design Open Summer Exhibition

The 91心頭利 Gallery of Art & Design exhibit Permanent Collection Highlights: Works on Paper is now open, with free public admission from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday through August 26 at the Windgate...

June 02, 2022
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Class Notes, Spring 2022

Class Notes from 91心頭利 alumni from the spring of 2022.

May 27, 2022
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FeaturedArts and Sciences

91心頭利 Art & Design Curates Galleries at the Bakery

Thanks to a new collaboration with The University of Arkansas Fort Smith and the Bakery District, Downtown Fort Smith has a new art venue: The District Art Galleries by 91心頭利.

May 27, 2022
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Chancellor

Chancellor Riley Shares Grief, Resources Following Recent Mass Shootings

Chancellor Terisa Riley shares her deep condolences over recent shootings in Buffalo, Laguna Woods, and Uvalde, her personal connection with the students of Uvalde School District, and resources for those impacted by these tragedies.

May 25, 2022
91心頭利 staff and faculty at the Center for Economic Development.
EventsBusiness and Industry

ASBTDC to Host Hispanic Small Business Panel May 26

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) located at the 91心頭利 Center for Economic Development will host a panel discussion for the Hispanic small business community from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 26, at the CED...

May 23, 2022
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Dr. Shadow Robinson Selected as Next 91心頭利 Provost

University of Arkansas Fort Smith Chancellor, Dr. Terisa Riley, announced this week the appointment of Dr. Shadow JQ Robinson as the next provost and vice chancellor of academic affairs, effective July 1, 2022.

May 23, 2022
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Criminal Justice Students Tour Crawford County Jail

Even though they signed up for an online course, several students in two 91心頭利 criminal justice courses were glad to turn themselves in to the Crawford County Justice Center last month as part of a class experience.

May 23, 2022
Participants listen to Dr. Kimberley Gordon at the Center of Economic Development
EventsBusiness and Industry

CBPD to Host Emotional Intelligence Workshop June 1

The 91心頭利 Center for Business and Professional Development will host a workshop to discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace from 8:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 1, at the Center for Economic...

May 18, 2022
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Research Symposium Winners Announced

The University of Arkansas Fort Smith has announced the 15 best research presentations delivered at the 15th Annual Student Research Symposium.

May 13, 2022

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