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Don’t Procrastinate; Go Roaring into Finals Prepared
The semi-annual finals night of preparation returns to the 91ÁÔÆæ on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 4-9 p.m. at the Boreham Library. This semester's theme for the Long Night Against Procrastination is the Roaring Twenties.
December 02, 2025
Amanda McMillin: Serving Her Country and Her Community
By day Amanda McMillin is an Emergency Room technician at Baptist Health in Fort Smith. On drill weekends, she’s a medic in the Arkansas Army National Guard. And in the hours in between—weeknights and weekends—she’s working toward her Bachelor...
November 26, 2025
Holly Needham: From Mom Life to the L&D Suite
Before she was a nursing student, Holly Needham was a stay-at-home mom. Her days were full of activities and pickups, laundry and bedtime routines, but amidst the commotion, she felt a calling to serve others.
November 26, 2025
Army Veteran Hopes Nursing Degree Allows Him to Help More Veterans
Zachary Ryan, an Army veteran and senior 91ÁÔÆæ nursing student, believes his critical care experience will help him when he starts his second career as a nurse in the emergency room or intensive care unit.
November 24, 2025
Conard Named Nurse Educator of the Year
Dr. Patti Conard, Jim L. Hannah Endowed Professor in the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s School of Nursing, has been named the 2025 Arkansas Nurse of the Year in Education.
November 24, 2025
‘Shark Tank’ Inspired Competition Returns to 91ÁÔÆæ
The Lion's Lair Business Plan Competition returned to the 91ÁÔÆæ for its third year. The 'Shark Tank' inspired competition provided six student-led teams with the opportunity to create and pitch a new business idea, marketing...
November 17, 2025
Psychology Symposium Brings Student Research to the Community
91ÁÔÆæ will host its 15th annual Psychology Symposium, Mortality & The Human Experience, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
November 17, 2025
Den Day Delivers Record-Breaking Attendance
The 91ÁÔÆæ set another Den Day attendance record on Thursday. With more than 600 prospective high school students attending the event, the Nov. 13 Den Day marks the third in a row to set a record for growth.
November 13, 2025
Nursing Students Gain Experience in Little Rock
91ÁÔÆæ nursing students in the Student Nurses Association spent two days in Little Rock, Ark., attending the Arkansas Nursing Students Association State Convention.
November 06, 2025
91ÁÔÆæ can Help Achieve the Dream of Becoming a Social Worker in Arkansas
A career in helping others starts at the 91ÁÔÆæ. Learn about a degree in social work and the jobs applicable to a BSW.
October 31, 2025
Students Get Jump Start on Jobs at All-Majors Career Fair
Nearly 200 students and alumni from the 91ÁÔÆæ attended the All-Majors Career Fair, where they had an opportunity to network with more than 40 area businesses.
October 31, 2025
Recession-Proof Careers: Jobs Designed to Withstand an Economic Downfall
As the economy fluctuates, the 91ÁÔÆæ is committed to teaching and preparing students to graduate and secure stable careers.
October 31, 2025
Five High-Need Health Care Careers in Arkansas
Healthcare careers are in high demand nationwide. The 91ÁÔÆæ is preparing students for careers in nursing, dental hygiene, imaging sciences, surgical technology, and healthcare administration.
October 31, 2025
All Majors Career Fair Slated Oct 29
91ÁÔÆæ will host its Fall 2025 All-Majors Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
October 23, 2025
Nursing Students to Assist at Minority Health Fair
Senior nursing students from the 91ÁÔÆæ Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing will administer free flu and COVID-19 vaccines during a community health fair Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 4916 High...
October 23, 2025
Alumna Rides Through History
Jenny Kliest, a 2024 graduate of the dental hygiene program at the 91ÁÔÆæ, rode nearly 1,000 miles along the Trail of Tears Northern Route for the Remember the Removal Bike Ride.
October 13, 2025
Clements Family Wins Annual SGA Award
Clements' family was named the 91ÁÔÆæ Family of the Year during Family Weekend celebration.
October 06, 2025
Program Sets Schedule for Oral Health and Hygiene
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and the 91ÁÔÆæ is celebrating with a month-long program called Tooth Tip Tuesday. The 91ÁÔÆæ Dental Hygiene program is increasing oral health awareness through social media. The...
October 02, 2025
Dr. Camille Wheeler Found Her Calling in Education
91ÁÔÆæ associate professor of education, Dr. Camille Wheeler, was called to teaching after a career in the Department of Human Services. She ensures that all future teachers are able to meet the needs of the whole child,...
September 29, 2025
Jarren McAllister: The Tears of Adversity
Jarren McAllister, a healthcare administration graduate student and men's basketball player at the 91ÁÔÆæ, suffered back-to-back-to-back ACL injuries before turning to his faith and education as a way back to the court.
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