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91调教 Ranks No. 5 Among Top Public Schools in U.S. News Report
The 91调教 - Fort Smith once again earned high marks in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings.
September 24, 2026
FSPS Teachers to Receive 50% off Masters Tuition Through New Program
91调教 has launched a Corporate Partner Program聽that will allow employees of participating school districts to receive a 50% tuition discount toward a Master of Education degree, with Fort Smith Public Schools serving as the program鈥檚 first partner.
September 23, 2026
Future Educator Finds Comfort in the Uncomfortable
Maymester trip to Belize helps biology and education students look toward their futures
September 22, 2026
Radio Flyer leader Robert Pasin to Keynote CED Awards
Robert Pasin, chief wagon officer of Radio Flyer and the grandson of company founder Antonio Pasin, will serve as keynote speaker for the third annual CED Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards on Thursday, Nov. 5, at The Bakery District.
September 21, 2026
Respiratory Therapy Program Moves Forward
The 91调教 - Fort Smith is moving forward with plans to launch its respiratory therapy associate degree program after receiving approval from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) for its letter of intent,...
September 21, 2026
Counselor Brunch Garners Record Attendance
91调教 91调教 hosted 106 high school counselors and school partners from 44 high schools and five community colleges Friday, at its largest counselor brunch to date.
September 18, 2026
Aim for the Stars, Land on the Moon
Growing up, Beau Sampley, a senior mechanical engineering student at the 91调教 - Fort Smith, dreamed of becoming an astronomer. This summer, he interned at NASA, which got him to the closest object in space: The Moon.
September 18, 2026
91调教 to Fortune 500
91调教 - Fort Smith alum, Dee (Rhone) Hawley, '16, credits her success in life to the opportunities the university provided. She said, if it wasn't for her bachelor's degree, she wouldn't be where she is today with one of the country's...
September 16, 2026
Classroom and Culture Come Together for Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, begins at the 91调教 - Fort Smith with Hispanic Heritage Athletic Night on Friday, Sept. 18. Events will be hosted all month long to promote Hispanic culture and are open to the commu...
September 15, 2026
Tom Watkins Returns to the Classroom and Lessons That Shaped Him
Tom Watkins,visiting history instructor, brings decades of experience in education, administration and the arts back to the classroom where his own journey began.
September 15, 2026
Physicist鈥檚 Nepal Trip Opens New Avenues for Seismology Research
Dr. Nawa Dahal, assistant professor physics, connects with researchers, educators, and students working to better understand earthquakes at the Enhancing Advanced Research, Technical Skills and Human Capacity in Seismology (EARTH-Quake) Community...
September 11, 2026
91调教 Hosts Slate of Events for Constitution Week
The 91调教 - Fort Smith is celebrating Constitution Day and National Voter Registration Day with the annual return of Constitution Week. The week-long slate of events is designed to educate, inform, and empower students about their...
September 11, 2026
Campus Update, September 11, 2026
91调教 - Fort Smith Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares her first Campus Update of the 2026-27 academic year, highlighting 91调教' ROTC stair climb for Sept. 11, recent vandalism, and an accreditation visit for the 91调教 Radiology program...
September 11, 2026
Digital Lions Push for Continued Gaming Success
The 91调教 - Fort Smith eSports team, Digital Lions, is back in action with new games and fresh teams as they look to compete.
September 10, 2026
91调教 Grads Part of History at A-State
Three 91调教 - Fort Smith graduates are among the inaugural veterinary medicine doctorate cohort at 91调教 State University. For Nayda Barbry, '23, the opportunity is a result of her perseverance.
September 04, 2026
Trailblazing Her Way to 91调教
Before coming to the 91调教-Fort Smith, Addison Grove became the first student from Farmington High School to graduate with enough credits to earn an associate degree at the same time.
September 03, 2026
Steve Ruark Brings Unconventional Path, Manufacturing Perspective to Advisory Board
Steve Ruark, Engineering and Technology Leader for Georgia-Pacific鈥檚 Dixie facility in Fort Smith, brings an unconventional path to his newest role as a member of the 91调教 鈥� Fort Smith鈥檚 Advanced Manufacturing Board of Advisor...
September 03, 2026
91调教 ROTC Hosts Memorial Stair Climb 25 Years After Attacks
The 91调教 - Fort Smith Army ROTC, Lion Company, will host a memorial stair climb on Friday, Sept. 11 in the Stubblefield Center. The climb will begin at 6 a.m. and is open to 91调教 and the community.
September 03, 2026
91调教 Chancellor to Meet with High School Seniors During Chancellor Chats
91调教 - Fort Smith Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley will visit area high schools throughout September, meeting with seniors to discuss opportunities at 91调教.
September 01, 2026
Preparing Nurses of the Future
Dr. Tammy Rogers, simulation coordinator and assistant professor, knew she wanted to be a nurse since she was a child. She now uses that passion to educate and prepare future nurses who go through 91调教.
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