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Students Honor Faculty and Staff with Distinguished Awards
The 91ÁÔÆæ's Student Government Association awarded two awards on Friday, April 10, one to a staff member and one to faculty, during the 91ÁÔÆæ Faculty and Staff Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Five Faculty Take Home Prestigious 91ÁÔÆæ Awards
Faculty members from the 91ÁÔÆæ were recognized for their service to the university and community, teaching effectiveness, research, and ability to connect with students at the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremo...
April 10, 2026
91ÁÔÆæ Alumni Celebrate Match Day at ARCOM
Alumni from the 91ÁÔÆæ found out where they will spend their residency programs during Match Day at the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine on March 20.
March 25, 2026
Learning Mandarin Made Easy
91ÁÔÆæ professor Dr. Ann-Gee Lee leans on her heritage to bring back a free Mandarin course for students, faculty, staff, and the community.
January 30, 2026
91ÁÔÆæ Crews Prepare Campus for Winter Storm with Updated Ice Control Plan
91ÁÔÆæ grounds crews prepare the campus as winter storm approaches in order to make certain students, faculty and staff remain safe and can access the areas they need
January 21, 2026
New Lab Benches to Modernize 91ÁÔÆæ Chemistry Laboratory
Bench in the chemestry lab in the Math-Science buidling at 91ÁÔÆæ are being updated and replaced with new tops and space.
January 16, 2026
River Valley MLK Commission to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Events
Several events are scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, both on the 91ÁÔÆæ campus and across the River Valley.
January 05, 2026
91ÁÔÆæ 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed
Homecoming returns to the 91ÁÔÆæ from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.
December 10, 2025
$50,000 Grant to Fund Microbiology Labs, Research
A $50,000 faculty recruitment grant will help 91ÁÔÆæ build its microbiology program, equip a new shared research lab, and expand hands-on opportunities for undergraduate students through the Arkansas INBRE network.
December 01, 2025
Chromatography Technology Coming to 91ÁÔÆæ Thanks to INBRE Grant
A grant of more than $44,000 will bring advanced chromatography technology to the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith, opening new hands-on research and training opportunities for hundreds of students and helping prepare the region’s growing bioscience...
December 01, 2025
91ÁÔÆæ Art & Design Programs Earn NASAD Accreditation
91ÁÔÆæ has earned reaccreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) for both baccalaureate programs in its Department of Art & Design
November 24, 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
Biology Student Turns Childhood Love Into Conservation Calling
Senior biology student Emily Kelly plans a future in ecology and conservation
November 21, 2025
Math Professor Earns Teacher of the Year Honors
Dr. Rachel Lehman, assistant professor of mathematics, was named the 2025 Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics Teacher of the Year - Excellence in Four-Year College/University Mathematics Teaching Award on Nov. 18.
November 21, 2025
Taking Professional Development to the Lion’s Den
A group of resident assistants (RAs) from the 91ÁÔÆæ took time off from leading their halls to brush up on their professional development and leadership skills at a regional university housing conference.
November 19, 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
‘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
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
91ÁÔÆæ Art & Design Welcomes Artist in Residence, Johana Moscoso
Johana Moscoso becomes the newest artist accepted into the 91ÁÔÆæ Art & Design Artist in Residence program. Moscoso, a Colombian-American visual artist working in fiber, installation, and performance, is the eighth since 2022, and will remain at 91ÁÔÆæ...
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