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First-Generation Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Janine Chitty
Before Dr. Janine Chitty began teaching English at the 91ΑΤΖζ, she was a non-traditional first-generation student learning to navigate college. She now uses her experience to guide students facing similar challenges so...
March 01, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Music & Theatre Department to Present 9 to 5 The Musical
The University of Arkansas β Fort Smith Music & Theatre Department is proud to announce its upcoming production of 9 to 5 The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick. This empowering and comedic musical,...
February 19, 2024
Some Things Are Worth Waiting For
91ΑΤΖζ College of Arts and Sciences 2023 alum Logan Aguilera encourages students to practice patience. 91ΑΤΖζ helped prepare him to be a middle school teacher in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, and become a coach of six different teams....
February 08, 2024
Accepted Day and Majors Expo to Run in Conjunction
The 91ΑΤΖζ 91ΑΤΖζ Office and ROAR First Year Advising Center partner to host Accepted Day and the 2024 Majors Expo on Feb. 9 for incoming and current students to learn about 91ΑΤΖζ and the incredible majors offered.
February 08, 2024
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Boyett
91ΑΤΖζ first-generation graduate and grad school student Hannah Boyett discusses finding her success at 91ΑΤΖζ in the classroom and on the court.
February 08, 2024
Fall 2023 Deans List Announced
The 91ΑΤΖζ has released the Dean's List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.
February 05, 2024
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
91ΑΤΖζ Artist in Residence to Give Talk
The 91ΑΤΖζ 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.
January 26, 2024
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 β...
January 15, 2024
The Cultural Embrace of Dr. Ann-Gee Lee
Dr. Ann-Gee Lee came to the 91ΑΤΖζ, 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.
January 08, 2024
2023: A Year of Achievement
Much of what happened at the 91ΑΤΖζ in 2023 is informed by the values and goals in the universityβs new 5-year strategic plan, approved by the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees this May.
December 18, 2023
Babb Family Endows $1M Premier Internship Program
Thanks to a generous gift from long-time 91ΑΤΖζ supporters Doug and Kathy Babb, more students at the 91ΑΤΖζ will have access to paid internships as part of their university experience.
November 16, 2023
CEO of INTERA Visits 91ΑΤΖζ Campus, Students
Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a 91ΑΤΖζ geology...
November 09, 2023
Traveling Art Exhibition Makes Stop at 91ΑΤΖζ
Small Works on Paper, a traveling art exhibition, will be on display at the 91ΑΤΖζ Windgate Art & Design Don Lee Student Gallery until Friday, Dec. 1. The exhibition features 40 works from 27 Arkansas artists.
November 01, 2023
Staff Voices: Lynette Thrower
Lynette Thrower has worked at the 91ΑΤΖζ since 2021, following her time as a student two years prior. However, it is the life she lived before getting to 91ΑΤΖζ that made her the perfect hire for the university.
October 27, 2023
Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with 91ΑΤΖζ Students
Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to 91ΑΤΖζ students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.
October 19, 2023
Charles Portis Symposium to Educate, Inspire
In homage to the prolific author Charles Portis, the University of Arkansas - Fort will host a symposium exploring his profound impact and lasting legacy Nov. 2-4. The symposium comes in conjunction with the May 2023 release of "The Collected Works...
October 16, 2023
Baby Steps of Ambition
91ΑΤΖζ adjunct criminal justice professor Wes Milam, details his journey from 91ΑΤΖζ student to professor while continuing to serve the community of Fort Smith.
October 06, 2023
Go Baby Go: Students Learn the Value of Giving
Dr. Kiyun Han planned to combine βelectrical and computer engineering with community engagementβ to benefit children with limited mobility and teach his students a valuable lesson about living as citizens of the Earth.
October 05, 2023
Studying Earth to Get to Space
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