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Magallanes to Serve as AVC of Enrollment Management
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP announced this week that Brooke Magallanes will serve as its next Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management. In her new role, Magallanes will be responsible for overseeing the university's efforts...
March 11, 2024
UAFS Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP welcomes the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.
March 07, 2024
Women's History Month: Dr. Sophia Farmer
Kicking off our Women's History Month series is Dr. Sophia Maxine Farmer, Assistant Professor of Art History in the UAFS Art and Design Department. Dr. Farmer is dedicated to enriching academia and the arts with the contributions of women, aiming...
March 06, 2024
Career Fair set for March 7
UAFS is set to host its much-anticipated All-Majors Career Fair, bringing together students and top employers from across the state. Scheduled for Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the fair will take place at the Smith-Pendergraft...
March 04, 2024
2023 Faculty Appreciation Award Winners Named
On April 7, 2023, the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith (UAFS) celebrated academic excellence by awarding four distinguished faculty members with Faculty Appreciation Awards. The 2023 winners are, Dr. Lindsy Lawrence for the Lucille Speakman...
March 04, 2024
First-Generation Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Janine Chitty
Before Dr. Janine Chitty began teaching English at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP, she was a non-traditional first-generation student learning to navigate college. She now uses her experience to guide students facing similar challenges so...
March 01, 2024
UAFS Mailbag: Where Memories Roar
The UAFS Mailbag returns with a recap of Homecoming 2024: Where Memories Roar. From competitions, reunions, awards, and games, homecoming week was full of excitement, and the campus was buzzing.
February 23, 2024
UAFS Music & Theatre Department to Present 9 to 5 The Musical
The University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith Music & Theatre Department is proud to announce its upcoming production of 9 to 5 The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick. This empowering and comedic musical,...
February 19, 2024
Holcomb, Boylan Crowned at Homecoming 2024
On Saturday afternoon, February 17, 2024, the Where Memories Roar slate of homecoming festivities at the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Hendrix Holcomb and Krystal Boylan as 2024 Homecoming King and Queen.
February 17, 2024
UAFS Honors Alumni Award Winners
The University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council honored five Lions at the Alumni Brunch today as part of 2024 homecoming events. Dr. Daniel Fudge, ‘12, and Jaime Vargas, ’18 and ‘23, received the Young Alumni Award, Sara Putman...
February 17, 2024
Readying Player One and the Gamer, Cody Holt
Follow the evolution of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP senior instructor Cody Holt. From gamer to UAFS educator and eSports coach, uncover his gaming passion and commitment to student achievement along the way.
February 16, 2024
UAFS Student Organization, Baha'i Club, Examines Race Through Conversations
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP registered student organization, Baha'i Club, invited students, faculty, staff, and the community to engage in meaningful conversations focused on "Healing Racism."
February 13, 2024
Coming Full Circle with Yosey Cardenas
At the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP, education and social work academic advisor for the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences, Yosey Cardenas, shares her story as a first-generation student and how she now uses that experience to...
February 09, 2024
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Boyett
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP first-generation graduate and grad school student Hannah Boyett discusses finding her success at UAFS in the classroom and on the court.
February 08, 2024
Some Things Are Worth Waiting For
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP College of Arts and Sciences 2023 alum Logan Aguilera encourages students to practice patience. UAFS helped prepare him to be a middle school teacher in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, and become a coach of six different teams....
February 08, 2024
Accepted Day and Majors Expo to Run in Conjunction
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Admissions Office and ROAR First Year Advising Center partner to host Accepted Day and the 2024 Majors Expo on Feb. 9 for incoming and current students to learn about UAFS and the incredible majors offered.
February 08, 2024
Fall 2023 Deans List Announced
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP has released the Dean's List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.
February 05, 2024
Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar"
UAFS Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar" The University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith will host its annual Homecoming celebration February 12-17, 2024. This year's theme, "Where Memories Roar," promises a week filled with spirited events...
February 05, 2024 UAFS Mailbag: Let's Talk About the Weather
The UAFS Mailbag is back with the first edition of 2024. With the weather causing a delay to start the spring semester, it is the perfect topic to cover - even if Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring.
February 02, 2024
First-Gen Staff Voices: Spencer Ewing
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP sports and adventure coordinator Spencer Ewing shares his experience as a first-generation college student. His experience has led him to strive to help others in similar situations.
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