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TRIO Programs Funding Renewed, Jordan Named TRIO STEM Director

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith was recently awarded more than $2.7 million in renewed grant funding for the TRIO Student Support Services and TRIO STEM programs through 2030.

July 22, 2025
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¡Bienvenido a España!: UAFS Student Takes the Classroom Overseas

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith 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
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McIntosh Named UAFS Director of First Year Advising

Kayla McIntosh named as new director of first-year advising (ROAR) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith

July 18, 2025
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Spring 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released the Chancellor's and Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.

June 20, 2025
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UAFS Students Embark on Somber Summer History Course

Students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith spent the early weeks of summer visiting and learning about civil rights history across Arkansas.

June 13, 2025
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100 Families Partnership Personal to UAFS Chancellor

UAFS 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
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Campus Closure: Severe Weather

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will close campus at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025, due to the threat of severe weather.

May 19, 2025
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UAFS Computer Science on Par with Nation

Enrollment and the number of degrees awarded in computer science at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith are in line with national trends.

May 16, 2025
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Future of Technology Begins with UAFS Computer Science

Three recent graduates of UAFS's computer science program demonstrated how the use of artificial intelligence can improve safety and efficiency.

May 16, 2025
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Transportation Research Paves Way at UAFS

Students and faculty members from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith are seeing years of transportation research and data collection applied to the real world.

May 08, 2025
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Students Receive Certificate of Distinction Ahead of Graduation

Twelve students from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith have been awarded a Certificate of Distinction in Professional Development by the Babb Center for Career Services.

May 02, 2025
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Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced for 2024-2025

The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith has named students as Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-2025 academic year.

April 24, 2025
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UAFS Celebrates 2025 Hall of Fame Class

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith celebrated the induction of the 2025 Coach Louis Whorton Hall of Fame class on Monday, April 21, recognizing the last 25 years of athletic excellence and leadership.

April 22, 2025
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UAFS Faculty and Staff Recognized

On April 11, employees from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith were honored with Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards, Student Government Awards, and recognized for their years of service.

April 16, 2025
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UAFS Employees Honored by Students

On April 11, the UAFS Student Government Association recognized two university employees for their dedication to serving students.

April 16, 2025
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2025 Faculty Excellence Award Winners Named

On April 11, four distinguished faculty members were recognized with Faculty Appreciation Awards at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

April 16, 2025
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UAFS Earns Silver Designation as a 2025-2026 Military-Friendly School

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith was recognized as a Military Friendly School, earning a Silver Designation for 2025-2026.

April 03, 2025
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Veteran Benefits Resource Fair Slated April 9

The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith will host its second Veterans Benefits Resource Fair on April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

April 03, 2025
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UAFS Launches $85 Million 'Intrepid Ambition' Campaign

UAFS publicly launched its largest fundraising initiative in history unveiling Intrepid Ambition, an $85 million comprehensive campaign designed to reshape access to education, elevate academic excellence, and power economic development across the...

April 02, 2025
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$7.5 million gift launches UAFS Center for Nonprofits

UAFS announced a transformational $7.5 million gift on Wednesday, April 2, which will endow a comprehensive Center for Nonprofits (CNP) at the university. The anonymous gift, one of the largest in UAFS history, was unveiled during the public kickoff...

April 02, 2025

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