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º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed

Homecoming returns to the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.

December 10, 2025
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Victorian Christmas Event Slated for Friday, Dec. 12

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Drennen-Scott Historic Site's Victorian Christmas Open House returns for the holiday season on Dec. 12.

December 04, 2025
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Don’t Procrastinate; Go Roaring into Finals Prepared

The semi-annual finals night of preparation returns to the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú 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
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Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway Spreads Cheer

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú distributed more than 150 Thanksgiving meals to students and employees ahead of the holiday break.

November 20, 2025
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Culture Fest: An Annual Tradition Returns

Culture Fest returns to the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú as part of International Education Week. Culture Fest 2025 will kick off a week's worth of events on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation and Wellness Center.

November 07, 2025
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º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú to Host Alum's Documentary Honoring Grandfather

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú alum Josiah Olmstead, '13, spent three years making a documentary honoring the life and work of his late grandfather, Dick Sweeney. Sweeney was one of the seven founders of the American Association of Zoo Keepers, which changed the landscape...

November 05, 2025
Dozens of toys are thrown onto the court of the Stubblefield Center during annual º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Toy Toss
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º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Toy Toss to Return Nov. 18

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Toy Toss returns on Nov. 18 against the University of the Ozarks. Come cheer on the men's basketball team for their home opener, and bring a new, soft toy in exchange for free admission. Once the Lions score their first point, toys will...

November 04, 2025
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CommunityEvents

Almost, Maine Takes Stage Nov. 6-8

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Theatre will present John Cariani’s Almost, Maine, Nov. 6-8 in Breedlove Auditorium.

October 28, 2025
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Nursing Students to Assist at Minority Health Fair

Senior nursing students from the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing will administer free flu and COVID-19 vaccines during a community health fair Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 4916 High...

October 23, 2025
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Suit Up Prepares Students for All Majors Career Fair Oct. 29

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students, alumni, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the annual SUIT UP event at JCPenney on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 3-6 p.m. at Central Mall. The event offers exclusive discounts on professional attire for...

October 20, 2025
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Wounded Warrior Project to Visit º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith and Wounded Warrior Project will host a free public event Monday, Oct. 20, to connect veterans, active-duty service members, and military families with connection, support services, and community resources.

October 14, 2025
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Manby Tabbed as Keynote for CED Awards

Joel Manby, who has more than 25 years of experience as a CEO for SeaWorld, Herschend Enterprises, and SAAB North America, will keynote the Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards on Oct. 20.

October 09, 2025
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Octuba-Fest Returns for 2025

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Department of Music and Theatre is delighted to announce its 19th Octubafest on Sunday, Oct. 12.

October 06, 2025
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Program Sets Schedule for Oral Health and Hygiene

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú is celebrating with a month-long program called Tooth Tip Tuesday. The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Dental Hygiene program is increasing oral health awareness through social media. The...

October 02, 2025
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One Pill Can Kill Training Comes to º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin will be at the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú to deliver One Pill Can Kill Training on Oct. 6. The statewide initiative is aimed at educating college students about the deadly risks of fentanyl-laced counterfeit...

October 01, 2025
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Family Weekend Returns Oct. 3-4

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú welcomes families and alumni to campus on October 3-4 for its annual Family Weekend.

September 19, 2025
º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú students share signs with why they registered to vote during National Voter Registration Day
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º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Celebrates Constitution Week with Full Slate of Events

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú engages students with civic-minded events for Constitution Week.

September 11, 2025
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Nominations Open for º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards at Bakery District

The event recognizes and celebrates outstanding achievements among regional family-owned and small businesses, as well as business advisors who support these enterprises.

August 25, 2025
Two º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú students each hold a stuffed Numa at the 2024 Campus Picnic and Block Party
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Mid-Week Party Invites º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Community

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú invites students to attend the annual Campus Picnic and Block Party on Wednesday, August 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the campus green.

August 22, 2025
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º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Launches Monthly Research Den Programming

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú to launch Research Den, a monthly series to share research conducted by students and faculty through casual conversation.

August 21, 2025

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