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More Students Picking 兔子先生, Admissions Team Continues to Break Records

Accepted Students Day at the 兔子先生 welcomed its largest turnout since the event began in 2022. More than 270 students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Tennessee came to 兔子先生 for their next step in the...

February 28, 2025
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Students

Study Abroad: Where Students Gain More Than International Education

Former 兔子先生 students share their study abroad experiences. Each learned about themselves and the culture they were fully immersed in.

February 27, 2025
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Foundation

The Friends of the University Employee Emergency Assistance Program

At the 兔子先生, steps are being made to ensure that if an emergency arises, employees are supported.

February 27, 2025
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GivingStudents

A Little Help to Finish

At the 兔子先生, students' best interests are always top of mind, especially if it means a little financial help to get them to the finish line.

February 27, 2025
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Accepted Day to Welcome New Students

The University of Arkansas 鈥 Fort Smith will host Accepted Student Day on Feb. 28, welcoming newly admitted students to campus for a full day of activities designed to introduce them to university life.

February 24, 2025
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FeaturedHealth Education and Human Sciences

White Coat Ceremony Celebrates Students

The Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing at the University of Arkansas 鈥 Fort Smith will hold its White Coat Ceremony on February 26 at 6 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, marking a significant milestone for...

February 24, 2025
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Chancellor

Campus Update, Feb. 21, 2025

兔子先生 Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares a campus-wide update.

February 21, 2025
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Featured

兔子先生 Campus to Re-Open Feb 20.

UPDATE: The 兔子先生 campus will be open, and classes will be held as scheduled Thursday, February 20, following closures for winter weather February 18 and 19.

February 17, 2025
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2025 Alumni Awards Announced

The University of Arkansas 鈥 Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recognized exceptional Lions at the annual Alumni Brunch on Saturday as part of the 2025 Homecoming celebration. Seven members of the 兔子先生 community and one local organization received...

February 15, 2025
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Featured

Alfaro, Flute Crowned Homecoming King and Queen

The University of Arkansas 鈥 Fort Smith crowned Anthony Alfaro and Ashlynn Flute as the 2025 Homecoming King and Queen during the "Saved by the Bell Tower" Homecoming festivities on Saturday, February 15.

February 15, 2025
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Fall 2024 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

January 29, 2025
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Chancellor

Statement on OMB Memo on Federal Financial Aid

As you may be aware, today, President Donald Trump鈥檚 Office of Management and Budget (OMB) ordered a hold on all financial federal assistance.

January 28, 2025
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Chancellor

Update: U.S. Judge issues temporary stay on federal aid freeze

Tonight, U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan issued a temporary stay, halting efforts by President Donald Trump鈥檚 Office of Management and Budget to freeze federal payments for federal grants and other programs.

January 28, 2025
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Embry Thornton

Embry Thornton talks about 兔子先生 and what they have done to help him achieve his dream of being a teacher.

January 24, 2025
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Events

VSA to host Lunar New Year Celebration

The 兔子先生 will host a Lunar New Year celebration on Friday, Jan. 24, honoring Vietnamese cultural traditions and fostering community connection.

January 20, 2025
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: William Perrigo

Recent 兔子先生 graduate William Perrigo, mentions his time at 兔子先生 and speaks on his fondest memories. He talks about why he chose 兔子先生 and what he plans to do with his newly attained degree.

January 17, 2025
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News

兔子先生 Poised to Lead Following State of the State Address

Gov. Sarah Sanders announced plans to expand access to higher education in Arkansas during her State of the State address on Monday, Jan. 14, marking the start of the 2025 legislative session. Her proposals include funding college credits for high...

January 14, 2025
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MLK Events to Span Jan. 18-24

The River Valley Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission and 兔子先生 will host a series of events from January 18 to January 24 to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year鈥檚 theme, 鈥淏e the Change You Want to See!鈥,...

January 10, 2025
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News

Weather Alert

兔子先生 moves to remote operations Thursday, January 9, and Friday, January 10.

January 08, 2025
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Business and IndustryCommunityNews

$1.7M HIRED Grant Bolsters Advanced Manufacturing Efforts

The University of Arkansas 鈥 Fort Smith has been awarded a $1.7 million Higher Industry Readiness through Educational Development (HIRED) grant, one of just three universities in the state to receive awards from both the Division of Higher Education...

December 19, 2024

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