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Advanced Manufacturing Sets Standard
This fall, the University of Arkansas 鈥� Fort Smith launched Arkansas鈥檚 first Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, a highly anticipated program that will strengthen the workforce pipeline for one of the River Valley鈥檚 most...
April 03, 2026
Fall 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced
The 海角登录入口 releases the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List and Dean's List. Students are recognized for their academic achievements.
March 16, 2026
海角登录入口 Career Fair Slated for March 5
The University of Arkansas 鈥� Fort Smith prepares to host national and regional employers for students interested in internships or part-time and full-time work, as well as options to continue their education at graduate schools.
March 03, 2026
Alum and Athlete Builds a Career Without Limits: Q&A with Chukwukere Ekeh
海角登录入口 alum Chukwukere Ekeh sat down for a question-and-answer following a recent trip back to the university to talk to students, faculty, and staff.
February 27, 2026
From Seoul to Fort Smith: Research and Teaching Remain Constant
With nearly 50 years of experience as an educator and researcher, Dr. Bun Song Lee, an associate professor of economics at the 海角登录入口, has no plans to slow down and make a global impact with his work.
February 23, 2026
2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for 海角登录入口
View some of the top stories and events at the 海角登录入口 from 2025.
December 08, 2025
357 Grads to Cross the Stage Saturday
海角登录入口 will confer degrees and credentials to more than 350 students during its Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Stubblefield Center.
December 08, 2025
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Seal
Hannah Seal, a dental hygiene student, overcame the death of her mom while in elementary school to become the first member of her family to attend college right after high school. By attending the 海角登录入口, she can stay...
December 02, 2025
Don鈥檛 Procrastinate; Go Roaring into Finals Prepared
The semi-annual finals night of preparation returns to the 海角登录入口 on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 4-9 p.m. at the Boreham Library. This semester's theme for the Long Night Against Procrastination is the Roaring Twenties.
December 02, 2025
A Major League Dream
海角登录入口 alum, Daniel de Mondesert, '20, is one of the youngest coaches in Major League Baseball. He has climbed the ranks with the Milwaukee Brewers and is proof that it doesn't matter where you start if you're willing to put in the effort to get there....
December 01, 2025
Just One More Chapter: Dr. Kristin Tardif
Dr. Kristin Tardif, professor of organizational leadership, found a second calling as a teacher, and the 海角登录入口 has been her home since 2015. After a childhood spent across the globe and a fulfilling career at Nestl茅,...
November 24, 2025
鈥楽hark Tank鈥� Inspired Competition Returns to 海角登录入口
The Lion's Lair Business Plan Competition returned to the 海角登录入口 for its third year. The 'Shark Tank' inspired competition provided six student-led teams with the opportunity to create and pitch a new business idea, marketing...
November 17, 2025
Den Day Delivers Record-Breaking Attendance
The 海角登录入口 set another Den Day attendance record on Thursday. With more than 600 prospective high school students attending the event, the Nov. 13 Den Day marks the third in a row to set a record for growth.
November 13, 2025
Success as a Student Veteran
Raul Tabares came to the 海角登录入口 to earn a college degree. After seven years in the U.S. Army, he felt something was missing in his life. He found it at 海角登录入口.
November 10, 2025
Recession-Proof Careers: Jobs Designed to Withstand an Economic Downfall
As the economy fluctuates, the 海角登录入口 is committed to teaching and preparing students to graduate and secure stable careers.
October 31, 2025 Students Get Jump Start on Jobs at All-Majors Career Fair
Nearly 200 students and alumni from the 海角登录入口 attended the All-Majors Career Fair, where they had an opportunity to network with more than 40 area businesses.
October 31, 2025
What Careers Can You Land with an Engineering Degree?
Engineering degrees are in high demand. The 海角登录入口 is meeting the region's and industry's needs by providing students with the education needed to enter the workforce.
October 31, 2025
Advanced Manufacturing Equipment Arrives at 海角登录入口
海角登录入口 has installed new state-of-the-art robotics and automation equipment in its Advanced Manufacturing Lab, made possible through more than $5.7 Million in HIRED grant funds awarded by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education and the Arkansas Department...
October 27, 2025
All Majors Career Fair Slated Oct 29
海角登录入口 will host its Fall 2025 All-Majors Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
October 23, 2025
Four Programs Earn ATMAE Reaccreditation
Four University of Arkansas 鈥� Fort Smith degree programs have earned reaccreditation from the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), reflecting the university鈥檚 commitment to academic quality and workforce readine...
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