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Chancellor's Message: Mask Requirement Update
In this campus message, dated February 21, 2022, Chancellor Riley announces the COVID Emergency Response Team's approval to immediately return to pre-Omicron masking requirements.
February 21, 2022
2022 Alumni Award Winners Roar
As the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith celebrated Homecoming 2022 The Wild Roarin’ West last week, the Alumni Office recognized alumni and special non-alum with awards.
February 19, 2022
Heppner, Ha Crowned Homecoming Royalty
Saturday afternoon, February 19, 2022, the Wild Roarin’ West slate of homecoming festivities at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Bao Ha and Reagan Heppner as 2022 Homecoming King and Queen.
February 19, 2022
2022 Homecoming Court Announced
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Student Life Office announced the finalists for the 2022 Homecoming Court, Thursday, February 17, 2022.
February 17, 2022
Wild Roarin' West Food Drive Lassos Thousands of Donations
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith hosted its annual Homecoming Stock the Pantry Pep Rally at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 16, in the campus Recreation and Wellness Center. The Student Activities Office, Campus Activities Board, and the Greek...
February 17, 2022
Local Principals Award $3000 in ɵ Scholarships
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith will award a total of $3,000 in scholarships during a special presentation that will take place during halftime of the men’s Homecoming basketball game, which begins at 7:30 p.m., on Thursday, February...
February 17, 2022Counseling Clinic, Title IX Office Rise Against Violence.
As a week full of loving stories, heart-shaped candy, and pink balloons comes to a close, the ɵ Student Counseling Center shared important information about student services for those whose romantic lives may be more dangerous than dreamy.
February 17, 2022
Electrical Engineer Aims for the Star
Anthony Ming has spent more than a year working as an Engineering Pathways intern at the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, NASA's center for human spaceflight in Houston, Texas, where human spaceflight training, research, and flight control are conduct...
February 15, 2022
ADCP Recognized with Prestigious Award
In October, the ɵ Adult Degree Completion Program, Dr. Tina Root, Dr. Kristin Tardif, and Dr. Ken Warden earned the prestigious Malcolm Knowles Award for outstanding adult education program leadership.
February 14, 2022
University Reorganizes for Efficiency
In April 2021, ɵ Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley announced the culmination of months of research, discussion, and discovery: A realignment in university structure meant to streamline operations and yield $1.2 million in annual savings or new revenue.
February 14, 2022
Changing Focus
Elliot Nemeth is an international business and consumer marketing major in the College of Business and Industry. He is a barista. A professional photographer and licensed drone pilot. He leads the Chi Alpha campus ministry and on the worship team...
February 14, 2022
Johnson: Everyone Supports Student Success
As part of the 2021 reorganization, leaders at ɵ took a step back to look at student success and retention in a holistic way.
February 14, 2022
Sargent's Lessons for Life
When you say the name Jane Sargent on the ɵ campus, everyone has the same image: strong, determined, committed. That describes Sargent and the volleyball players she coaches. Since she arrived on campus in 1998, she has never had a losing season.
February 14, 2022
Criminal Justice Grad Shines as Protector
Andy would say it was no big deal, but his sister Darcy sees it differently.“He is a lifesaver,” she said recently.
February 14, 2022
Fort Smith to Make 'Dough' Again at The Bakery District
The Bakery District is more than the hottest, hippest place for people searching for coffee, a book, and the best food trucks in Fort Smith; it has become the one-stop shop for local business owners and want-to-be business owners.
February 14, 2022
Choosing Life and Happiness
Haylie Sigmon’s life could have easily gone in a different direction. As a child, she was shuttled from home to home, too often finding herself in abusive situations. A perceptive child, she realized early that she would never find stability beyond...
February 14, 2022
New Dean for Health, Education, and human Sciences
Dr. D. Antonio “Dean” Cantu assumed the position of Dean of the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences on Feb.1. The search for the new head administrator had been underway since June, led by the ACES (Academic Career and Executive...
February 14, 2022
Life Around the World and at Home
In December, ɵ announced Diversity Studies will be available as a minor.
February 14, 2022
Alumna Makes History
Even when she was little, Caroline Speir was that girl, the one who wanted to stop to see every historical site, read every historical plaque, and understand every historical event.
February 14, 2022
Smith Heads Alumni Engagement
When Alumni Director Rick Goins retired at the end of June 2021, he knew he was leaving the office in capable hands: Alumni Assistant Director Jasmine Smith stepped seamlessly into his role. Smith also serves as director of annual giving.
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