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The 2026-27 RAs of 91ÁÔÆæ outside of the Lion's Den.
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New, Returning RAs Ready to Welcome 91ÁÔÆæ Students

Students at the 91ÁÔÆæ will begin moving onto campus this week. There to welcome them to their home away from home for the year are the RAs of Lion's Den and Sebastian Commons.

August 10, 2026
Dr. Duncan Pelly
Business and IndustryFeaturedLion Voices

Pelly Announced as Dean of CBI

91ÁÔÆæ has named Dr. Duncan Pelly dean of the College of Business and Industry, bringing to the university an academic leader with deep international experience in accreditation, entrepreneurship, corporate partnerships, and regional economic developme...

August 07, 2026
Student and professor stand in front of a sign in Nashville at a research symposium
AlumniFeaturedResearch

Lane Metcalf Sets Out to Improve the Classroom

Lane Metcalf's undergraduate research on classroom interventions earned publication and prepared him for a career in education.

August 03, 2026
Examples of Lions Family Connection displayed on a desktop, tablet, and mobile device.
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91ÁÔÆæ Launches Lion Family Connection

The 91ÁÔÆæ partnered with CampusESP to launch Lion Family Connection, an online portal for families and supporters of prospective and current students.

July 27, 2026
Students in Numa's Move-In Crew help carry items into the Lion's Den Residence Hall.
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Details on 91ÁÔÆæ Move-In

Students will begin moving into 91ÁÔÆæ on-campus housing starting August 12. Details and important information for a smooth move are listed.

July 24, 2026
Members of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity chapter at 91ÁÔÆæ, Omicron-Tau, show off their awards at the recent national leadership conference.
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91ÁÔÆæ Kappa Sigma Earns Top Awards

Members of Omicron-Tau, the Kappa Sigma Fraternity chapter at the 91ÁÔÆæ, were awarded additional honors at their recent leadership conference and were recognized as one of the top 2% of chapters internationally.

July 22, 2026
geoscience students look over the upper peninsula at sunset
Arts and SciencesFeaturedResearch

Geoscience Students Research with the National Forest Service

Four geoscience students traveled to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan this spring for groundwater tracing and LiDAR research with the Hiawatha National Forest Service.

July 16, 2026
Members of the 91ÁÔÆæ Kappa Sigma Fraternity chapter, Omicron-Tau, celebrate with newly recruited members during bid day.
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91ÁÔÆæ Fraternity Awarded National Distinction

The Kappa Sigma Fraternity chapter, Omicron-Tau, at the 91ÁÔÆæ was named one of 28 chapters from around the nation to win a Founders' Award of Chapter Excellence (FACE Award). The award will be presented at the fraternity's...

July 14, 2026
The Lion's Den Residence Halls at the 91ÁÔÆæ on a bright summer day.
FeaturedStudents

Housing Preps for Fall Move-In

Students move into their rooms at the 91ÁÔÆæ beginning August 14, and preparations have been ongoing throughout the summer to ensure every room is ready.

July 02, 2026
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91ÁÔÆæ Communications Wins International CASE Award for Intrepid Ambition Publication

91ÁÔÆæ Communications has earned a Silver Circle of Excellence Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), receiving international recognition for its Intrepid Ambition campaign publication.

July 01, 2026
Students and their families tour the 91ÁÔÆæ campus.
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Tours Influence College Decision, Says 91ÁÔÆæ Campus Visit Coordinator

Darbi Owen, with the admissions team at the 91ÁÔÆæ, explains how visiting a college helps students make the right decision about continuing their education.

June 26, 2026
The 91ÁÔÆæ Bell Tower sits in the background with a directional sign showing building locations sits in the foreground
EventsFeatured

Summer Steps for Fall Success

The 91ÁÔÆæ recently hosted the first of five Mane Events of the summer on May 19. Mane Event, the required first-year student orientation, helps give students and their families a glimpse at what life looks like at 91ÁÔÆæ....

June 10, 2026
A group of incoming students share a smile outside of the Stubblefield Center at 91ÁÔÆæ
FeaturedStudents

Advising Helps Students Find First-Year Success

The 91ÁÔÆæ Director of First-Year Advising discusses the benefits of meeting with a college advisor and dispels common misconceptions students have.

June 08, 2026
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Q&A with Provost Ray Green

Dr. Ray Green, 91ÁÔÆæâ€™s new provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, has spent decades helping students transform their lives through higher education. A first-generation college graduate, longtime professor, and nationally recognized academic...

May 29, 2026
Dr. Ray Green, 91ÁÔÆæ Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
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Dr. Ray Green to Serve as Provost

Dr. Raymond Green has been named the next provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at 91ÁÔÆæ, following a national search, Chancellor Riley announced Thursday, May 28.

May 28, 2026
flags wave over the 91ÁÔÆæ bell tower
CommunityFeatured

Memorial Day with 91ÁÔÆæ Veterans

As the United States sits on the precipice of its 250th year as a nation, there’s no better time to honor the lives of service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice than Memorial Day.

May 25, 2026
91ÁÔÆæ Bell Tower sits in the background and is viewed from the top of the 91ÁÔÆæ Green
FeaturedStudents

Students Pass Down Traditions for Future Lions

The 91ÁÔÆæ is full of traditions for students to experience and bond over when they become alumni.

May 19, 2026
Dental Hygiene graduates from the 91ÁÔÆæ College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences pose together at the May 16, 2026 commencement ceremony.
Arts and SciencesBusiness and IndustryFeaturedFirst GenerationHealth Education and Human SciencesNews

91ÁÔÆæ Confers Spring Grads

The 91ÁÔÆæ celebrated the spring commencement of nearly 650 graduates on Saturday, May 16.

May 16, 2026
Students attending the summer band camp practice at Breedlove Auditorium
Arts and SciencesAthleticsCommunityEventsFeatured

Summer Camps at 91ÁÔÆæ Begin in June

The 91ÁÔÆæ is offering camps throughout the summer, ranging from volleyball and basketball to band for kids ages K-12.

May 15, 2026
Arik Schrouf finetunes a piece of equipment in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering lab located in the Baldor Building at 91ÁÔÆæ.
Business and IndustryFeaturedFirst GenerationNewsResearch

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Degree Prepares Students for Future

Students like Arik Schrouf are among the first in Arkansas to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, thanks to the 91ÁÔÆæ.

May 15, 2026

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