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91心頭利 celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Salsa at the Bell Tower and a fashion show of traditional Hispanic dress
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91心頭利 Students Win Scholarships at Conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month

Two 91心頭利 students won $1,000 in scholarships at Salsa at the Bell Tower, the finale of Hispanic Heritage Month.

October 16, 2024
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Bell TowerBusiness and Industry

CBI Grad Shares Wisdom to Make a Difference

Sunshine Bartlett, 91心頭利 class of 2011, stays busy. She is a senior vice president and human resources manager at Arvest Bank in Fort Smith. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from a three-year program at Barret School of Banking in Memphis. She...

October 16, 2024
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Bell Tower

Why We Give: Hadley Family

In 2014, the Hadley family endowed a scholarship for employees who have worked at their McDonalds restaurants for six months or longer.

October 16, 2024
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AthleticsBell TowerEvents

Return of Toy Toss

In 2023, a beloved tradition made its way back to the Stubblefield Center as plush lions, tigers, and bears covered the floor of the Gayle Kaundard Arena.

October 16, 2024
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AthleticsBell Tower

From the Sidelines to the Main Stage

In the first game of the fall athletic calendar a volleyball home and conference opener on Sept.28 spectators had a chance to see the national championship 91心頭利 cheer team.

October 16, 2024
Arts and SciencesBell Tower

When the Artist Lives Next Door

As part of its commitment to providing students with transformative experiences, the University of Arkansas Fort Smith offers a level of exposure typically accessible to graduate-level students to undergrad art and design majors.

October 15, 2024
New female dean surrounded by students
Arts and SciencesBell Tower

New Dean Returns to Academic Roots

Dr. Toni Alexander has a clear vision about what college should be.

October 15, 2024
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Bell Tower

Library to House New Center for Teaching and Learning

The 91心頭利 introduced its Center for Teaching and Learning this fall, an initiative that supports two of the universitys strategic pillars: investing in academic excellence and student success.

October 15, 2024
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Bell TowerHealth Education and Human Sciences

Winning Smiles and Gold

The Special Olympics athlete oath states, Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt. But before any athlete can make an attempt, health must come first.

October 15, 2024
ROTC students carry supplies
Bell Tower

Students Break Giving Records

Sixty-three first-year legacy students received $1,000 scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year.

October 15, 2024
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CommunityNewsStudents

91心頭利 Celebrates National Coming Out Day

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, and the 91心頭利 kicked off the awareness month with the celebration of National Coming Out Day hosted by PRIDE at 91心頭利.

October 11, 2024
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Chancellor

Campus Update, Oct. 11, 2024

Dear colleagues and students,

October 11, 2024
Natalie Chuong, a 91心頭利 junior business administration major, smiles for the camera as she hands up a green blouse in the Babb Center for Career Services' Suit Up Studio. A place where students can obtain new or gently used professional attire for free.
Business and IndustryLion Voices

The Blooming Legacy of Natalie Chuong

According to 91心頭利 junior business administration major Natalie Chuong, 91心頭利 is "the best choice in Arkansas," and the decision to come here was easy.

October 09, 2024
91心頭利 students give away candy during trunk-or-treat at Haunted University.
CommunityEventsFeatured

Haunted University Returns Oct. 26 at 91心頭利

Haunted University, the annual holiday tradition, returns to the 91心頭利 for 21st year.

October 07, 2024
Cristina Castorena, assistant director for financial aid client services
AlumniFeatured

Hispanic Heritage Month Feels Like Home for Cristina Castorena

Cristina Castorena, the assistant director for financial aid client services at the 91心頭利, loves Hispanic Heritage Month because it's when she can finally bring "a little piece of home into a part of (her) life that...

October 04, 2024
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Lion Voices

Jennifer Holland: The Glue Holding 91心頭利 Together

Keeping students coming back is everything for Jennifer Holland, the executive director for retention at the 91心頭利. Ask around the campus, and you'll hear she is the glue holding the university together.

September 30, 2024
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Chancellor

Campus Update, Sept. 27, 2024

Happy Friday, Lions.

September 27, 2024
Flags hang in the 91心頭利 Campus Center
Events

DACA Panel Slated Oct. 7

A panel discussion exploring the role of students in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) movement will be held Monday, Oct. 7, from 6-8 p.m. in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Centers Reynolds Room at the University of Arkansas - Fort...

September 27, 2024
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Events

Octubafest Returns

The 91心頭利 Department of Music will hold its 18th annual Octubafest on Sunday, October 6, at the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center in the Reynolds Room.

September 26, 2024
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EventsFirst GenerationNews

Family Weekend Slated Oct. 18-19

Students, families, and the Fort Smith community are invited to experience the campus on Family Weekend, Oct. 18-19, 2024.

September 25, 2024

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