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The Lion's Den Earns LEED Certification

University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Lion’s Den student housing has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification according to a notice by the U.S. Green Building Council.

September 11, 2012

A Cool Move on a Warm Day

The clouds kept the temperature down but the moods were sunny and bright at University of Arkansas - Fort Smith on Aug. 17 when freshmen moved into campus housing.

August 17, 2012
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A Cool Move on a Warm Day

Eight University of Arkansas - Fort Smith students just completed a semester of culture immersion in Costa Rica, which instructor Mary Sobhani of Fort Smith said benefited them in numerous ways.

August 17, 2012
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Babb Center Help Available to Alumni

The Babb Center for Career Services at UAFS is known for the many services it offers undergraduates. Now, Executive Director Susan Krafft wants you to know those services are also available to alumni.

December 13, 2025
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Biology Student Turns Childhood Love Into Conservation Calling

Senior biology student Emily Kelly plans a future in ecology and conservation

December 13, 2025
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New Program Boosts Nurse Numbers

With a critical shortage of nurses in the River Valley, UAFS is again offering a two-year associate degree in nursing.

December 13, 2025
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Warden Encourages Grads to Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor

Dr. Ken Warden, commissioner of the Arkansas Division of Higher Education and former University of Arkansas – Fort Smith administrator, delivered three keynote addresses Saturday, May 10, encouraging more than 650 UAFS graduates to move boldly...

December 13, 2025
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New Program Boosts Nurse Numbers

With a critical shortage of nurses in the River Valley, UAFS is again offering a two-year associate degree in nursing.

December 13, 2025

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December 13, 2025

World without Limits at UAFS

December 13, 2025

Class Notes

December 13, 2025
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Wing Brings Fort Smith History to Flag Sojourn 250 Event

Tom Wing part of the Sebastian County Flag Sojourn 2025 event in Fort Smith

December 13, 2025

It's good for Your Heart

December 13, 2025

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