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History Buried in the Books: Roxy Wylie
At the 91ÁÔÆæ, student success librarian Roxy Wylie uses her love of discovery and adventure to help students find success.
July 21, 2025
¡Bienvenido a España!: 91ÁÔÆæ Student Takes the Classroom Overseas
91ÁÔÆæ junior Viviana Preston recently returned from a four-week study abroad in Spain. As a native Spanish speaker, she was curious to learn more about the culture from which the language was formed.
July 18, 2025
McIntosh Named 91ÁÔÆæ Director of First Year Advising
Kayla McIntosh named as new director of first-year advising (ROAR) at the 91ÁÔÆæ
July 18, 2025
Rounding the Bases: Matthew Schilling’s Homecoming
91ÁÔÆæ alum Matthew Schilling continues to call Crowder Field home as he suits up for the Fort Smith Marshals baseball team.
July 17, 2025
Conducting the Rhythm of Teaching: Dr. Alex Zacharella
Dr. Alexandra Zacharella has been a staple of the 91ÁÔÆæ's music department for nearly 20 years. Music is in her DNA, and she has a passion to share it with students.
June 25, 2025
‘Lion Family’ Grows with Mane Event
The 91ÁÔÆæ hosted its first of three new student orientations, Mane Event, of the summer on Friday, June 20, 2025.
June 20, 2025
Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced
The 91ÁÔÆæ has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.
June 20, 2025
Eighteen Years and Counting with Stephany Dobbins
Stephany Dobbins has called the 91ÁÔÆæ home for the last 18 years. As coordinator for new student and family programs, she looks forward to welcoming students to the "Lion Family."
June 18, 2025
Rickman Earns Prestigious Appointment to Executive Leadership Academy
Blake Rickman, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement has earned a coveted slot in the AASCU's Executive Leadership Academy, a highly competitive national program designed to prepare senior higher education leaders for advanced campus-level leadership....
June 16, 2025
91ÁÔÆæ Students Embark on Somber Summer History Course
Students from the 91ÁÔÆæ spent the early weeks of summer visiting and learning about civil rights history across Arkansas.
June 13, 2025
91ÁÔÆæ Students Earn Boys and Girls Club Scholarships
Eleven University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students received scholarships at the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Clubs 2025-2026 College Scholarship luncheon, hosted in the Reynolds Room at the 91ÁÔÆæ on Monday, June 9, 2025.
June 11, 2025
DeJon Jordan: Practicing What He Preaches
DeJon Jordan, the assistant director for TRIO STEM at the 91ÁÔÆæ, shares how he ensures students succeed at 91ÁÔÆæ.
June 09, 2025
Class Notes, Spring 2025
91ÁÔÆæ alumni share professional and personal updates.
May 28, 2025
Campus Update, May 23, 2025
Dr. Terisa Riley, Chancellor of the 91ÁÔÆæ, provides an update on decisions that will impact the 2026 budget and athletic GPA.
May 23, 2025
100 Families Partnership Personal to 91ÁÔÆæ Chancellor
91ÁÔÆæ new partnershp with 100 Families will further help families in crisis move toward stability through education, social work programs, and community support. Chancellor Terisa Riley highlights her own experiences in order to provide a personal...
May 20, 2025
Campus Closure: Severe Weather
The 91ÁÔÆæ will close campus at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025, due to the threat of severe weather.
May 19, 2025
Outstanding Young Alum Works to Protect Oklahoma Children
The 91ÁÔÆæ honored Cherokee Blanchard-Hartsell, '23, with an Outstanding Young Alum Award for her service to her community.
May 16, 2025
91ÁÔÆæ Computer Science on Par with Nation
Enrollment and the number of degrees awarded in computer science at the 91ÁÔÆæ are in line with national trends.
May 16, 2025
Future of Technology Begins with 91ÁÔÆæ Computer Science
Three recent graduates of 91ÁÔÆæ's computer science program demonstrated how the use of artificial intelligence can improve safety and efficiency.
May 16, 2025
Transportation Research Paves Way at 91ÁÔÆæ
Students and faculty members from the 91ÁÔÆæ are seeing years of transportation research and data collection applied to the real world.
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