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First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Boyett

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú first-generation graduate and grad school student Hannah Boyett discusses finding her success at º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú in the classroom and on the court.

Fall 2023 Deans List Announced

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú has released the Dean's List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.

Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar"

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar" The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will host its annual Homecoming celebration February 12-17, 2024. This year's theme, "Where Memories Roar," promises a week filled with spirited events...

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Mailbag: Let's Talk About the Weather

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Mailbag is back with the first edition of 2024. With the weather causing a delay to start the spring semester, it is the perfect topic to cover - even if Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring.

First-Gen Staff Voices: Spencer Ewing

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú sports and adventure coordinator Spencer Ewing shares his experience as a first-generation college student. His experience has led him to strive to help others in similar situations.

FAFSA: What You Need to Know

The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now open, and the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Office of Financial Aid shares what students need to know and information that is good to know before completing the form.

Wolfe Elected to West Memphis Chamber Board of Directors

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú organizational leadership professor, Dr. Kimberly Wolfe, was elected to serve a three-year term on the West Memphis (AR) Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Artist in Residence to Give Talk

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Art & Design Artist in Residence welcomes Katya Grokhovsky, a New York-based artist, for her spring 2024 residency. Grokhovsky will present an Artist Talks event in the Windgate Theatre on Jan. 31.

Wilhauf House Wins Excellence in Preservation through Restoration at Arkansas Preservation Awards

The Wilhauf House in Van Buren was honored with the Excellence in Preservation through Restoration award at the annual Arkansas Preservation Awards hosted by Preserve Arkansas.

Campus Update, Jan. 26

Board of Trustees of the UA System: It was an honor to represent the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith at the meeting of the Board of Trustees held on the campus of UA-Little Rock on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.

Campus closed Monday, January 22

Dress Blues to Scrubs

When Kaylee Yandell enrolled at the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú, she did so looking for a new challenge in life. The former Marine traded in her Dress Blues for books and scrubs as she prepares to graduate in May 2024.

Lion Voices: Adam Holt

Adam is this week's lion voice and talks about his life and how he came to be a Lion. He mentions his leading person for inspiration and talks about the group he is involved in. He also mentions how º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú has become more than expected.

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Campus to Open Thursday, Jan 18

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will resume campus operations on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2024.

Strategic Plan Reports Announced

In the continuing effort to fully implement our new strategic plan, institutional leaders have submitted Institutional Effectiveness Reports and Plans. These documents report on benchmarks and outcomes of previous strategies as well as sharing plans...

Campus Closed Jan 17, 2024.

The º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Emergency Management Team met this morning to discuss the safety of reopening campus tomorrow. Though the National Weather Service predicts mid-day temperatures to be well above freezing, we know that during the early morning and late evening...

Bird-Watchers Rejoice at Snow Birds' Return

As Arkansas braces for another round of snowfall and temperatures dip below freezing, the age-old past time of bird watching is bringing joy to river valley residents. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of Arkansas –...

Campus Closure Jan 16, 2024

After examining the National Weather Service’s predictions for overnight temperatures in the single digits and in consultation with local law enforcement, the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Emergency Management Team has made the decision to close the campus and cancel all...

º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú Rings in the New Semester with a Week of Events

Spring Back Week returns to the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú. Join the Campus Activity Board and other Registered Student Organizations with a full slate of events during the first week of the spring semester.

The Cultural Embrace of Dr. Ann-Gee Lee

Dr. Ann-Gee Lee came to the º£½ÇµÇ¼Èë¿Ú, thinking her time would be merely a pitstop. Thirteen years later, she has no plans to leave and is eager to share her knowledge with anyone.