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Fall CLL Schedule Begins in August

Learn to sail a boat and cook with a chef at the same place you can discover holistic healing strategies and learn to use a computer -- the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

Radiography Pinning Planned for July 18

Deborah Lashley, director of medical imaging at Sparks Health Systems, will be the guest speaker for the July 18 radiography pinning ceremony at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

Academy Announces Auditions

CBRED Releases First Quarter Report

The regional economy continued to stumble along in the first quarter, according to the 20-page report released June 14 by the Center for Business Research and Economic Development (CBRED) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

UAFS in Role and Scope Change Process

One of the most significant accomplishments to occur for the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith since Dr. Paul Beran became chancellor is now moving forward.

Manage Exposure to Heat and Sun

Active people should manage their exposure to summer’s heat and sunshine before, during and after they are subject to summer weather, according to a University of Arkansas - Fort Smith fitness expert.

Feel Fierce! Give Blood!

Donors at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith blood drive July 10 will receive vouchers for free tickets to the Tulsa Zoo, according to Stephanie London of Fort Smith, student activities event coordinator.

Fairview Cemetery Talk Slated for July 7

The topic for the third talk in the “Crawford County Chronicles” series at the Drennen-Scott Historic Site on July 7 will be Fairview Cemetery.

Economic Forum Set for July 10

The Fort Smith Regional Economic Outlook Forum on July 10 at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will include a presentation from Kevin L. Kliesen, business economist and research officer for the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

UAFS Gets Prestigious Accreditation

Lisk Reappointed to 2 ABA Committees

Lynn Lisk of Fort Smith, program director and associate professor in the Legal Assistance/Paralegal program at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, has been reappointed to the Arkansas Bar Association’s Mock Trial Committee and the Paralegal...

Construction Permits Surge in April Report

Residential real estate led the way in the Fort Smith regional economy in April, according to the report released May 30 by the Center for Business Research and Economic Development (CBRED) at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

Taylor Smith Prepares for Hot Springs

The week of July 14-20 is approaching quickly, but Taylor Smith of Mansfield will be ready as she represents the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith at Hot Springs in the Miss Arkansas Pageant that week.

UAFS Student Research in Regional Report

The next issue of the Fort Smith Regional Economic Outlook Report will feature research conducted by Shayna Gatzke of Greenwood, a May business administration graduate from the College of Business at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

UAFS Announces Spring 2013 Dean's List

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the spring 2013 semester, according to Dr. Ray Wallace, provost and senior vice chancellor.

Noted Clarinetist Here for Workshop

Noted clarinet soloist and chamber musician Kimberly Cole Luevano from the University of North Texas School of Music in Denton will be the featured artist for the third annual Arkansas Clarinet Workshop.

Academy Holds Annual Awards

Two students and one faculty member in the Academy of the Arts at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith received special recognition in an end-of-the-year awards ceremony for the Academy.

Cub Camp Scheduled for Aug. 15 - 18

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has a formula for helping first-time, full-time college students start their campus life filled with confidence, appreciation of traditions and an understanding of what to expect.

Business Students Rank High Nationally

Graduating seniors from the College of Business at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith scored in the top 20 percent in a national assessment test, with six UAFS students scoring in the top 10 percent internationally.

Work With Real Meaning Starts Here

​When Maggie Kelly graduated from high school, she was leaning towards interior design, art or ceramics. Her father, however, tossed in another option.