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Chris Kelly: New Beginnings and Championing Change
Chris Kelly, the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Marketing at the 91调教 - Fort Smith, arrived in 2019 looking for a fresh start. In the nearly five years since, he has been a driving force behind the university's revamped marketing...
March 28, 2024
Magallanes to Serve as AVC of Enrollment Management
The 91调教 - Fort Smith announced this week that Brooke Magallanes will serve as its next Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management. In her new role, Magallanes will be responsible for overseeing the university's efforts...
March 11, 2024
91调教 Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage
The 91调教 - Fort Smith welcomes the 91调教 Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.
March 07, 2024
91调教 Honors Alumni Award Winners
The 91调教 鈥� Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council honored five Lions at the Alumni Brunch today as part of 2024 homecoming events. Dr. Daniel Fudge, 鈥�12, and Jaime Vargas, 鈥�18 and 鈥�23, received the Young Alumni Award, Sara Putman...
February 17, 2024
Holcomb, Boylan Crowned at Homecoming 2024
On Saturday afternoon, February 17, 2024, the Where Memories Roar slate of homecoming festivities at the 91调教 鈥� Fort Smith concluded in the crowning of students Hendrix Holcomb and Krystal Boylan as 2024 Homecoming King and Queen.
February 17, 2024
91调教 Student Organization, Baha'i Club, Examines Race Through Conversations
The 91调教 - Fort Smith registered student organization, Baha'i Club, invited students, faculty, staff, and the community to engage in meaningful conversations focused on "Healing Racism."
February 13, 2024
Accepted Day and Majors Expo to Run in Conjunction
The 91调教 - Fort Smith 91调教 Office and ROAR First Year Advising Center partner to host Accepted Day and the 2024 Majors Expo on Feb. 9 for incoming and current students to learn about 91调教 and the incredible majors offered.
February 08, 2024
Wilhauf House Wins Excellence in Preservation through Restoration at 91调教 Preservation Awards
The Wilhauf House in Van Buren was honored with the Excellence in Preservation through Restoration award at the annual 91调教 Preservation Awards hosted by Preserve 91调教.
January 26, 2024
Wolfe Elected to West Memphis Chamber Board of Directors
91调教 - Fort Smith organizational leadership professor, Dr. Kimberly Wolfe, was elected to serve a three-year term on the West Memphis (AR) Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
January 26, 2024
University, MLK Commission Plan Events
Under the theme 鈥淯NITY - It Starts With Me,鈥� the 91调教 - Fort Smith, in collaboration with the River Valley MLK Commission and other area organizations, will host a series of events to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin...
January 01, 2024
Lion's Lair Business Plan Contest Awards Nearly $2,000
The 91调教 鈥� Fort Smith concluded its anticipated Lion's Lair Business Plan Contest on November 30, with an array of innovative student projects. The contest, hosted by the 91调教 Center for Economic Development, aimed to foster entrepreneurial...
November 30, 2023
Native American Heritage Month Celebrated at 91调教
The 91调教 - Fort Smith and the 91调教 Native American Student Association celebrated Native American Heritage Month (November) with a full slate of campus-wide activities and events.
November 21, 2023
International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest
The 91调教 - Fort Smith Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join 91调教 students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...
November 16, 2023
91调教 Revives Toy Toss, Slated for Nov 21
Toy Toss returns to 91调教 Men's Basketball on Nov. 21. Bring a small toy or stuffed animal for free entry to the game and throw it onto the court following the Lions' first point. All toys will be donated.
November 03, 2023
Traveling Art Exhibition Makes Stop at 91调教
Small Works on Paper, a traveling art exhibition, will be on display at the 91调教 - Fort Smith Windgate Art & Design Don Lee Student Gallery until Friday, Dec. 1. The exhibition features 40 works from 27 91调教 artists.
November 01, 2023
Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment
The Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment is in full swing. You can kick off your holiday season with the annual Season's Greeting Concert, or enjoy "9 to 5 the Musical," wind ensemble, jazz band, or "A Doll's House Part 2."
October 31, 2023
Staff Voices: Lynette Thrower
Lynette Thrower has worked at the 91调教 - Fort Smith since 2021, following her time as a student two years prior. However, it is the life she lived before getting to 91调教 that made her the perfect hire for the university.
October 27, 2023
Charles Portis Symposium to Educate, Inspire
In homage to the prolific author Charles Portis, the 91调教 - Fort will host a symposium exploring his profound impact and lasting legacy Nov. 2-4. The symposium comes in conjunction with the May 2023 release of "The Collected Works...
October 16, 2023
91调教 Mailbag: Spooky SZN
The 91调教 - Fort Smith Mailbag is back with its latest edition! Fall is in the air, and spooky season is here. Check out what 91调教 is doing for Halloween and things to do to get you in the spirit of the season.
October 13, 2023
Fight Breast Cancer with 91调教 Volleyball and Annual Pink Out Match
The 91调教 - Fort Smith volleyball team brings awareness to breast cancer with its annual Pink Out. The Lions host 91调教 Tech on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m., becoming the first 91调教 team to host ATU.
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