ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú

Skip to main contentSkip to main navigationSkip to footer content

News Stories

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú News

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú English Professor, Dr. Cammie Sublette
Lion Voices

Faculty Voices: Dr. Cammie Sublette

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú English professor Dr. Cammie Sublette shares how here passion for English has transformed her experience at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú as the Title III SIP Grant Director and professor.

September 18, 2023
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Bakery District
FeaturedNewsBusiness and Industry

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Names Family Enterprise Center for Jim Walcott

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú announced today that it will rename its Family Enterprise Center to honor the late Jim Walcott, whose legacy has profoundly impacted the River Valley.

September 15, 2023
Jasmine Rosa sitting on a bench smiling
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Jasmine Rosa

Lion Voices feature, Jasmine Rosa, a Junior Biology major. Jasmine talks about her future goals and how the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú has helped prepare her for her future.

September 15, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú web specialist, Scott Goines
Lion Voices

Staff Voices: Scott Goines

Meet ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú web specialist Scott Goines. He is a first-generation student, the oldest of four brothers, and the one behind the scenes helping ensure all things related to the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú website are optimized.

September 15, 2023
Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset
Chancellor

Fall Semester Sees Enrollment Gain, Busy Days

It has been a fun and busy start to the fall 2023 semester, so I am writing to give you a few updates of interest.

September 15, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú students share why they registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.
EventsFeaturedNews

Constitution Week at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day

On Sept. 19 the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Student Government Association will be helping students register to vote for National Voter Registration Day. This is one event scheduled as part of Constitution Week.

September 13, 2023
Stock image of a calculator and pen on top of accounting and finance documents.
EventsBusiness and Industry

Secure Your Spot for Meet the Firms

Meet the Firms, an annual accounting and finance networking and recruiting event, returns to the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú. College of Business and Industry students studying accounting, finance, or information technologies are encouraged...

September 13, 2023
Numa dressed as a mail carrier
NewsÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Mailbag

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!

September 12, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú cub camp students gather under the bell tower
FeaturedBusiness and IndustryArts and SciencesHealth Education and Human Sciences

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Celebrates Enrollment Increases

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú announced today a 6.8 percent spike in first-year entering students, bringing the total to 889 this year, up from 832 in the 2022-23 academic year. Overall enrollment has also risen by 2.5 percent, up to 5514...

September 08, 2023
peter sits on cement stairs
Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Khuong "Peter" Ta

Lion Voices features Peter, who is an international student from Vietnam. Peter is a Senior, Biochemistry major who has a lot to say about the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú and how it has helped him.

September 08, 2023
American Flags planted throughout the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Campus Green with the Bell Tower in the background
EventsNews

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú ROTC

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Campus...

September 07, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Alumni Advisory Council's seven newest members. (left to right, top and bottom: Maddie Stojanovic, Josh Funmaker, Laura Schmutz Beltran, Dr. Shelli Henehan, Sam Winterberg, Lindsey Steiger-Muck, Logan Parks)
NewsAlumni

Seven Welcomed to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Alumni Advisory Council

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.

September 07, 2023
View of the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Bell Tower from Hispanic Heritage Month Salsa at the Bell Tower
EventsNews

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.

September 05, 2023
Harold Keller,
EventsArts and Sciences

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit

A former ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú, will be displayed thanks to a generous...

September 04, 2023
Personal de la Oficina de Admisiones de la ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú
Events

La ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú organizará el evento de Admisiones Si Se Puede

El evento será completamente en español y tiene como objetivo proporcionar a la comunidad hispana información útil sobre las necesidades de los estudiantes para una transición exitosa a la Universidad de Arkansas - Fort Smith

September 01, 2023
Haunted Hustle 5K
EventsAlumni

Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Alumni Office's annual 5k returns during the Family Weekend celebration. The Haunted Hustle 5k will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, on the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú campus.

September 01, 2023
Student Disability Services' new space at the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú, Flanders 114
News

Student Disability Services Moves Location

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú enhances student support with new space for inclusive learning and testing.

September 01, 2023
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Office of Admissions team
EventsFeatured

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú to Host Sí Se Puede Admissions Event

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Office of Admissions welcomes Spanish-speaking families to share important information about transitioning to the university. The event, Si Se Puede, will be conducted in Spanish.

September 01, 2023
Abby Musset, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Dental Hygiene student
NewsHealth Education and Human Sciences

From Degrees to Dental Hygiene Excellence: A Journey of Passion and Purpose

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú non-traditional student Abby Musset shares her journey to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú to study dental hygiene after completing her bachelor’s and master's degrees.

August 29, 2023
Numa, dressed as a mail carrier in a pile of letters.
NewsÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Mailbag

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Mailbag: What You Missed

The second edition of the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Mailbag features university updates to inform students of what has happened since the end of the 2022-2023 academic year.

August 25, 2023

Popular Topics

Media Relations

The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Office of Communications fields all media inquiries for the university. Email Rachel.Putman@uafs.edu for more information.

Send%20an%20Email

Stay Up-to-Date

Sign up to receive news and updates.

Subscribe

Rachel Rodemann Putman

  • Director of Strategic Communications
  • 479-788-7132
Submit A News Tip