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Music Ensembles Perform in November
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Department of Music will present two very diverse concerts in November -- a percussion concert Nov. 24 with a guest percussionist and a seasonal choral concert Nov. 26 featuring the University Chorale and Women’s...
October 30, 2013
2 Events Mark Holiday Season
The official holiday lighting ceremony at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will be held on Nov. 25, followed on Dec. 2 with the annual Season’s Greetings Concert.
October 29, 2013
UAFS Cuts Ribbons for Two New Food Venues
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith held a grand opening Oct. 28 for two new additions to its food court, which have both been open for a little over a month but have already seen success with students.
October 28, 2013
UAFS Wins State Theatre Awards
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith came away with six awards from the Arkansas State Festival of the Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival held Oct. 24-27.
October 28, 2013
DSHS Sets Seasonal Closing
Nov. 23 will be the last day the Drennen-Scott Historic Site will be open for public tours before it closes for the winter season.
October 28, 2013Rees to Speak at UAFS Nov. 21
On Thursday, Nov. 21, Fort Smith area residents will have a chance to learn about the prehistoric cultures of the region when archeologist Jim Rees gives a presentation on the importance of membrane drums to ancient Mississippian societies.
October 25, 2013Keith Fudge Receives NCAA Distinctions
Dr. Keith Fudge of Van Buren, faculty athletics representative for the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, has received two national distinctions with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) through his role for UAFS.
October 25, 2013
"Women" Takes the Stage Nov. 21-24
Theatre @ UAFS will perform “Women of Manhattan,” its third theatrical production of the year, Nov. 21-24 at the Breedlove Auditorium on the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus.
October 24, 2013
UAFS Celebrates International Education Week
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has scheduled several activities Nov. 18-22 -- cultural presentations, a speech competition and a mini-Olympic event -- in celebration of International Education Week.
October 23, 2013
Jazz Band, Jazz Catz to Perform Nov. 19
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Jazz Band and Jazz Catz will perform in concert Nov. 19 as part of the UAFS Season of Entertainment 33.
October 23, 2013
Reception for Faculty Art Exhibit Nov. 13
A reception for “Eye/Mind/Hand/Heart: An Exhibition of Faculty Work,” an exhibit featuring artwork by University of Arkansas - Fort Smith faculty, will be held from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 13 at UAFS at Second Street, 101 N. 2nd St., as part of a two-month...
October 22, 2013
"Memphis" Brings Broadway to UAFS
Music lovers will be able to “tune in” to the Season of Entertainment 33’s second touring show of the year, when the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith brings the Broadway musical “Memphis” to Fort Smith for an 8 p.m. Nov. 16 show at the...
October 21, 2013
Muldrow Finishes First at BEST Competition
The 2013 River Valley BEST Robotics Competition held Oct. 19 on the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus saw Muldrow High School take top honors at the competition while also winning a slew of additional awards.
October 21, 2013
2nd Cardboard Box City Set for Nov. 16
What does it feel like to have only a cardboard box for a shelter or not know what your next meal will be? Those signing up for an all-night event on Nov. 16 will get a tiny glimpse while drawing attention to the problem.
October 21, 2013
Senior Den Day Set for Nov. 5
For many high school seniors, deciding which college to attend can be a painstakingly difficult decision. But the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is making that process easier for prospective college students by hosting Senior Den Day on Nov....
October 18, 2013
Reception Kicks Off Jazz Poster Exhibit
An opening reception will be held Nov. 7 at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith to kick off an exhibit featuring a private collection of posters from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.
October 16, 2013
"Chronicles" Talk Features WWII Vet
The final talk of the year in the “Crawford County Chronicles” series will take place Nov. 11, when a special edition of the program commemorating Veterans Day will be hosted at the King Opera House in Van Buren.
October 16, 2013
"Annie Get Your Gun" Coming Nov. 9-10
The UAFS Academy of the Arts will perform the celebrated musical “Annie Get Your Gun” on Nov. 9 and 10 at the Breedlove Auditorium, the second theatrical production in the Academy’s On Stage series.
October 15, 2013
UAFS Presents Music Events Nov. 6 & 11
The Music Department at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will feature a guest trombonist Nov. 6 and a Chamber Ensemble Concert on Nov. 11, according to Dr. Edward White of Fort Smith, interim head of the department.
October 14, 2013
Nov.-Dec. CLL Schedule Released
The Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released its schedule for the November and December months.
October 10, 2013Media Relations
The UAFS Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.
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