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$3M in Scholarships Available to 91调教 Students
Close to $3 million in private, donor-funded scholarships are available to 91调教 鈥� Fort Smith students through the Lion鈥檚 Share scholarship portal, and university officials are urging students to complete required applications...
March 04, 2026
91调教 Career Fair Slated for March 5
The 91调教 鈥� 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
Expert Shares Insight into Why Local Elections Matter
91调教 - Fort Smith Associate Professor of Political Science, Dr. Williams Yamkam, shares his expertise on local elections ahead of 91调教' primary election on March 3, 2026.
March 02, 2026
Accepted Students Day Roars Back with New Name
The 91调教 - Fort Smith welcomed nearly 400 students and guests to campus on Friday, Feb. 13, for Roar and Explore. Previously known as Accepted Students Day, the day-long event hosted students who have all been admitted to 91调教.
February 16, 2026
91调教 Homecoming is Around the Corner
The 91调教 - Fort Smith is putting the final touches on Homecoming 2026. Throughout the week of Feb. 23-28, there will be new and returning favorites for everyone to enjoy.
February 16, 2026
There's A Reason Why We Like Candy, Chemistry Explains It All
An associate professor of chemistry at the 91调教 - Fort Smith details how science explains candy preferences and composition. Chemistry, down to the molecular level, is why certain sweet treats are favorites.
February 13, 2026
$15M Federal Appropriation to Fund Center for Maternal and Infant Healthcare
91调教 is set to receive $15 million in federal funding to construct and equip a state-of-the-art Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare, following congressional approval of key FY2026 appropriations bills.
February 04, 2026
Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The 91调教 - Fort Smith is preparing for a significant winter weather system by pivoting to remote work and canceling all classes after 12 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23.
January 22, 2026
River Valley MLK Commission to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Events
Several events are scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, both on the 91调教 campus and across the River Valley.
January 05, 2026
Five Secure SURF Grants; Record for 91调教
Five students from the 91调教 - Fort Smith have received Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Grants from the 91调教 Division of Higher Education, setting a record for 91调教.
December 10, 2025
2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for 91调教
View some of the top stories and events at the 91调教 - Fort Smith from 2025.
December 08, 2025
Victorian Christmas Event Slated for Friday, Dec. 12
The 91调教 - Fort Smith Drennen-Scott Historic Site's Victorian Christmas Open House returns for the holiday season on Dec. 12.
December 04, 2025
A Major League Dream
91调教 alum, Daniel de Mondesert, '20, is one of the youngest coaches in Major League Baseball. He has climbed the ranks with the Milwaukee Brewers and is proof that it doesn't matter where you start if you're willing to put in the effort to get there....
December 01, 2025
$50,000 Grant to Fund Microbiology Labs, Research
A $50,000 faculty recruitment grant will help 91调教 build its microbiology program, equip a new shared research lab, and expand hands-on opportunities for undergraduate students through the 91调教 INBRE network.
December 01, 2025
Amanda McMillin: Serving Her Country and Her Community
By day Amanda McMillin is an Emergency Room technician at Baptist Health in Fort Smith. On drill weekends, she鈥檚 a medic in the 91调教 Army National Guard. And in the hours in between鈥攚eeknights and weekends鈥攕he鈥檚 working toward her Bachelor...
November 26, 2025
Army Veteran Hopes Nursing Degree Allows Him to Help More Veterans
Zachary Ryan, an Army veteran and senior 91调教 nursing student, believes his critical care experience will help him when he starts his second career as a nurse in the emergency room or intensive care unit.
November 24, 2025
Math Professor Earns Teacher of the Year Honors
Dr. Rachel Lehman, assistant professor of mathematics, was named the 2025 91调教 Council of Teachers of Mathematics Teacher of the Year - Excellence in Four-Year College/University Mathematics Teaching Award on Nov. 18.
November 21, 2025
Den Day Delivers Record-Breaking Attendance
The 91调教 - Fort Smith set another Den Day attendance record on Thursday. With more than 600 prospective high school students attending the event, the Nov. 13 Den Day marks the third in a row to set a record for growth.
November 13, 2025
91调教 to Host Military Appreciation Night Nov. 7
Military Appreciation Night at 91调教 will honor U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members during the Nov. 7 volleyball match against Newman University. Plus, two Lions will be presented with a personalized plaque by Chancellor Terisa...
November 07, 2025
Culture Fest: An Annual Tradition Returns
Culture Fest returns to the 91调教 - Fort Smith as part of International Education Week. Culture Fest 2025 will kick off a week's worth of events on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation and Wellness Center.
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