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91ΑΤΖζ to Launch Smart Choice Tuition Waiver for Transfer Students in Fall 2025
The 91ΑΤΖζ has announced a new tuition waiver program aimed at supporting transfer students. The βSmart Choice Tuition Waiverβ will provide eligible transfer students with up to $9,000 in tuition discounts starting...
December 04, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Presents 'Cinderella' Dec. 5-6
The University of Arkansas β Fort Smith Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop will present the enchanting tale of "Cinderella" at the Breedlove Auditorium on Dec. 5-6 at 7 p.m. as part of the Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment.
December 02, 2024
Spanish Poetry Slam
The 91ΑΤΖζ once again drew a packed house to its annual Spanish Poetry Slam, hosted by the World Languages Department on Nov. 7. Held in Windgate Auditorium, the event showcased the talents of beginning- and intermediate-level...
November 22, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Receives $4 Million Workforce Development Grant
On Thursday, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Secretary Hugh McDonald, Chief Workforce Officer Mike Rogers, and Arkansas Workforce Connections Director Cody Waits awarded $48 million in training grants to support workforce development efforts aligned...
November 14, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Den Day Attendance Grows, Record-Setting Turnout
The 91ΑΤΖζ hosted its Fall Den Day on Nov. 6, welcoming more than 600 students from across the region. Wednesdayβs event was the largest Den Day turnout in 91ΑΤΖζ history.
November 06, 2024
Winners Announced at Inaugural 91ΑΤΖζ Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards
The 91ΑΤΖζ Center for Economic Development celebrated the accomplishments of more than a dozen small businesses and family-owned businesses from around Fort Smith at the inaugural 91ΑΤΖζ Excellence in Family and Small Business...
October 25, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Toy Toss to Return Nov. 12
The 91ΑΤΖζ will kick off the holiday season with the return of the Toy Toss on November 12. Fans can attend the men's basketball game for free with the donation of a new or gently used soft toy that will be thrown onto...
October 17, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Students Win Scholarships at Conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month
Two 91ΑΤΖζ students won $1,000 in scholarships at Salsa at the Bell Tower, the finale of Hispanic Heritage Month.
October 16, 2024
Haunted University Returns Oct. 26 at 91ΑΤΖζ
Haunted University, the annual holiday tradition, returns to the 91ΑΤΖζ for 21st year.
October 07, 2024
Hispanic Heritage Month Feels Like Home for Cristina Castorena
Cristina Castorena, the assistant director for financial aid client services at the 91ΑΤΖζ, loves Hispanic Heritage Month because it's when she can finally bring "a little piece of home into a part of (her) life that...
October 04, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Named One of US News' Best Colleges of 2025
The University of Arkansas β Fort Smith has been named one of U.S. News & World Reportβs 2025 Best Colleges according to rankings released this morning. 91ΑΤΖζ improved in multiple categories, securing its position as a leading institution in the...
September 24, 2024
Grand Reopening of Career Clothing Closet at 91ΑΤΖζ
The University of ArkansasβFort Smith Babb Center for Career Services will host a grand reopening of its Career Clothing Closet, which will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 24. The Center's goal is to provide free professional clothes...
September 20, 2024
'Mi Casa es su Casa': 91ΑΤΖζ Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Events
The 91ΑΤΖζ's annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 through October 15, with multiple events for 91ΑΤΖζ students, faculty, staff, and the community.
September 13, 2024
'We the People...': Constitution Week Returns to 91ΑΤΖζ
The 91ΑΤΖζ celebrates Constitution Week from September 16 - September 20 with a full slate of education events and voter registration.
September 12, 2024
91ΑΤΖζ Establishes Center for Teaching and Learning
91ΑΤΖζ is set to introduce a Center for Teaching and Learning this fall, a strategic development aimed at advancing faculty expertise and student engagement through innovative educational strategies. The centerβs establishment marks a significant...
August 21, 2024
Cub Camp, Best Camp
The 91ΑΤΖζ kicked off the semester with Cub Camp. The annual event welcomes first-year students to campus for a multi-day experience on campus full of games, icebreakers, information, and fun.
August 17, 2024
Cub Camp Welcomes First-Years with New Competitive Edge
The 91ΑΤΖζ is set to welcome nearly 400 incoming freshmen to its annual Cub Camp, running from Wednesday, Aug. 14, to Saturday, Aug. 17. With more than 100 upper-class student volunteers on hand, the four-day orientation...
August 09, 2024
Willie Robertson to Keynote Inaugural 91ΑΤΖζ Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards
Star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" set to keynote the 91ΑΤΖζ Center for Economic Development's first Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards on October 24. The event will honor regional family-owned and small businesses...
August 08, 2024
Drive with Pride Initiative Supports Student Scholarships
The 91ΑΤΖζ (91ΑΤΖζ) has launched the "Drive with Pride" campaign, encouraging supporters to purchase official 91ΑΤΖζ Lion Pride Plates. These specialized license plates, available through the State of Arkansas, offer a unique...
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