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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Faculty and Students Present Transportation Research to ARDOT

Students and faculty members from the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø presented four research projects focused on transportation patterns and usage to the Arkansas Department of Transportation. A $117,410 grant funded the projects.

May 21, 2024
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2-year Nursing Track Announced

This week the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø announced the return of its Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Nursing degree in the Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing, offering a two-year Registered Nurse (RN) pathway, and an affordable...

May 20, 2024
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Alexander to Serve as Next Dean of Arts and Sciences

Dr. Toni Alexander will serve as the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Alexander, a seasoned academic leader, will assume her new role on July 8, 2024, following a comprehensive national search.

April 30, 2024
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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2023-2024

Students at the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø who were nominated by ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø faculty members for their exceptional dedication in the classroom were honored as recipients of the Academic Excellence Awards.

April 29, 2024
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Record Breaking Day of Giving for ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø's annual Day of Giving campaign broke records this year, surpassing $142,000 in 1,928 minutes. More than 1,000 donors came out in full force from across the nation to help multiple ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø initiatives.

April 26, 2024
Garrett Scott is surrounded by family and friends as he signs his National Letter of Intent to play basketball for the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø
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Second Recruiting Class for Gibson Starts with Local Talent

Zane Gibson, the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø men's head basketball coach, kicked off his second season and recruitment with a local player. Garrett Scott, a point guard from Pocola High School, recently signed his National Letter of Intent...

April 19, 2024
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Winners Announced for 17th Annual Student Research Symposium

Fourteen winning individuals and teams were announced following the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø 17th Annual Student Research Symposium. Monetary awards were given to 29 student composed of team and individual presentations.

April 18, 2024
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April 18 Human Trafficking Symposium Sheds Light on Dark Issues

ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø, in partnership with the United States Department of Homeland Security's Center for Countering Human Trafficking, Homeland Security Investigations, and the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Department of Criminal Justice will host a symposium titled "Human Trafficking:...

April 12, 2024
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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Spring Den Day, Largest in a Decade

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø hosted its largest Den Day in nearly a decade on Friday, April 12. More than 500 students attended the event and were treated to a campus tour, the ability to explore majors and meet professors, and visit campus...

April 12, 2024
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Azahares Launches 2024 Edition

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø announced the release of the 2024 edition of Azahares, the university’s award-winning Spanish-language literary magazine with a standing-room-only celebration April 11.

April 12, 2024
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What's the 4-1-1 on Graduation?

Spring commencement at the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø is one month away. Graduating students should know what they need to do before the ceremony and what they can access as ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø alums.

April 11, 2024
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Spring Celebration of the Arts

Join the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø before the end of the spring semester in a host of events celebrating the arts. Catch one of the four remaining Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment events, student recital, or musical ensemble before...

April 03, 2024
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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Welding Rodeo Back for Sixth Year

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø College of Business and Industry is set to host the sixth annual Welding Rodeo on April 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eighty high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from more than nine school districts will...

March 29, 2024
Students give poster presentation of research during the 16th Annual Student Research Symposium
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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Student Research Symposium Tabbed for 17th Year

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Student Research Symposium is slated for the 17th year on Friday, April 5, from noon to 4 p.m. More than 45 research projects comprised of nearly 100 students will conduct half-hour demonstrations, lectures,...

March 29, 2024
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Holi Returns to ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Campus

Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors, was celebrated at the ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø. The Desi Cultural Club brought the colorful holiday back to campus for a second year in a row.

March 29, 2024
Brooke Magallanes
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Magallanes to Serve as AVC of Enrollment Management

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø announced this week that Brooke Magallanes will serve as its next Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management. In her new role, Magallanes will be responsible for overseeing the university's efforts...

March 11, 2024
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ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage

The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø welcomes the Arkansas Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.

March 07, 2024
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2023 Faculty Appreciation Award Winners Named

On April 7, 2023, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith (ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø) celebrated academic excellence by awarding four distinguished faculty members with Faculty Appreciation Awards. The 2023 winners are, Dr. Lindsy Lawrence for the Lucille Speakman...

March 04, 2024
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FAFSA: What You Need to Know

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

January 31, 2024
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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.

January 26, 2024

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