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Dental Hygiene graduates from the 91µ÷½Ì College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences pose together at the May 16, 2026 commencement ceremony.
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91µ÷½Ì Confers Spring Grads

The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith celebrated the spring commencement of nearly 650 graduates on Saturday, May 16.

May 16, 2026
Arik Schrouf finetunes a piece of equipment in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering lab located in the Baldor Building at 91µ÷½Ì.
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Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Degree Prepares Students for Future

Students like Arik Schrouf are among the first in 91µ÷½Ì to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, thanks to the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith.

May 15, 2026
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Gov. Sanders Keynotes Workforce Development & Advanced Manufacturing Open House

91µ÷½Ì celebrated the opening of its new Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Development Centers with an open house and ribbon cutting Monday, May 4, welcoming 91µ÷½Ì Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, state leaders, industry partners, university officials,...

May 05, 2026
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Foundation Forged in Fort Smith

Megan Nichols, '15, has been climbing the banking ladder since she was a student at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith. Her successful foundation was established in Fort Smith before she pursued an opportunity in Dallas.

May 01, 2026
Sharon Winn (center) views the commemorative brick purchased by her husband, Jim (right), that is in Lion Pride Square.
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91µ÷½Ì History Through the Eyes of Sharon Winn

Since being founded in 1928, the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith has undergone five name changes. Only one person has been part of the university for every iteration.

May 01, 2026
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Gov. Sanders to Speak at Open House for Workforce Development & Advanced Manufacturing centers

The 91µ÷½Ì at Fort Smith will celebrate the opening of its new Workforce Development Center with an open house and ribbon cutting from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Monday, May 4. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will keynote the celebration,...

May 01, 2026
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Katie Grace Cavanass Finds her Focus

There’s a particular moment in college when things start to click—not because you’ve mapped out your whole future, but because someone sees promise in you and offers you an opportunity you can grow into. For Katie Grace Cavaness, that moment...

May 01, 2026
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Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced

The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith honored top students from more than 40 academic programs for their exceptional dedication in the classroom during the Academic Excellence Awards.

April 28, 2026
Two students talk about their research project at the 19th Annual Student Research Symposium
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11 Research Presentations Receive Awards

Student teams from the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith win awards for their research following the 19th Annual Student Research Symposium.

April 17, 2026
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Students Make Smart Gardening Simple

Two 91µ÷½Ì students develop smart gardening project to help beginning gardeners.

April 16, 2026
Eden Paul (left) and her mom, Sasha Hemmings, smile with Numa at the 2026 Spring Den Day. Eden and her mom are from Nassau, Bahamas, and Eden is planning to study imaging sciences.
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Rain Couldn't Dampen Den Day Excitement at 91µ÷½Ì

The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith hosted its Spring 2026 Den Day on Wednesday, April 15. Despite heavy rain in the forecast, more than 500 students and guests attended to see what life is like as a Lion.

April 15, 2026
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Advanced Manufacturing Sets Standard

This fall, the 91µ÷½Ì – Fort Smith launched 91µ÷½Ì’s first Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, a highly anticipated program that will strengthen the workforce pipeline for one of the River Valley’s most...

April 03, 2026
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Fall 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith releases the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List and Dean's List. Students are recognized for their academic achievements.

March 16, 2026
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91µ÷½Ì Career Fair Slated for March 5

The 91µ÷½Ì – Fort Smith prepares to host national and regional employers for students interested in internships or part-time and full-time work, as well as options to continue their education at graduate schools.

March 03, 2026
Chukwukere Ekeh poses in front of a firehouse door. Courtesy Jesh Anies
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Alum and Athlete Builds a Career Without Limits: Q&A with Chukwukere Ekeh

91µ÷½Ì alum Chukwukere Ekeh sat down for a question-and-answer following a recent trip back to the university to talk to students, faculty, and staff.

February 27, 2026
Dr. Bun Song Lee stands outside of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center with the 91µ÷½Ì Bell Tower in the background.
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From Seoul to Fort Smith: Research and Teaching Remain Constant

With nearly 50 years of experience as an educator and researcher, Dr. Bun Song Lee, an associate professor of economics at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, has no plans to slow down and make a global impact with his work.

February 23, 2026
Aerial photo of a snow-covered 91µ÷½Ì Campus Green with the Bell Tower, Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Math Science Building, and Breedlove Building in the background.
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2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for 91µ÷½Ì

View some of the top stories and events at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith from 2025.

December 08, 2025
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357 Grads to Cross the Stage Saturday

91µ÷½Ì will confer degrees and credentials to more than 350 students during its Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Stubblefield Center.

December 08, 2025
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First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Seal

Hannah Seal, a dental hygiene student, overcame the death of her mom while in elementary school to become the first member of her family to attend college right after high school. By attending the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, she can stay...

December 02, 2025
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Don’t Procrastinate; Go Roaring into Finals Prepared

The semi-annual finals night of preparation returns to the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 4-9 p.m. at the Boreham Library. This semester's theme for the Long Night Against Procrastination is the Roaring Twenties.

December 02, 2025

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