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Gaming System Could Improve Physical Therapy for Autistic Youth
91µ÷½Ì student research how gamily systems can make physical therapy better for those with autism
April 22, 2026
AAPI Fest Brings Culture to Campus
91µ÷½Ì will host its annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Festival from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, April 25 in the Campus Center Reynolds Room, bringing together campus and area student organizations for an evening of food, performances, and cultural...
April 22, 2026
91µ÷½Ì, UAMS Create Clear Paths to Medical Professions
The 91µ÷½Ì for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and the 91µ÷½Ì-Fort Smith (91µ÷½Ì) have entered into a formal Memorandum of Agreement designed to create clear, accelerated pathways for 91µ÷½Ì graduates pursuing careers in health...
April 20, 2026
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
Students Make Smart Gardening Simple
Two 91µ÷½Ì students develop smart gardening project to help beginning gardeners.
April 16, 2026
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
Day of Giving 2026 on the Horizon
Twenty-six projects will spend 1,928 minutes fundraising for their causes during the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith’s annual Day of Giving.
April 14, 2026
Den Day Invites Students to Explore Life as a Lion
91µ÷½Ì 91µ÷½Ì will once again welcome prospective students and their families to Den Day on Wednesday, April 15, with a half-day program that showcases academic programs, student services, and campus life.
April 13, 2026
Azahares Launches April 16
91µ÷½Ì will celebrate the 2026 edition of Azahares, the university's Spanish-language literary magazine, at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16.
April 13, 2026
Five Faculty Take Home Prestigious 91µ÷½Ì Awards
Faculty members from the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith were recognized for their service to the university and community, teaching effectiveness, research, and ability to connect with students at the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremo...
April 10, 2026
Students Honor Faculty and Staff with Distinguished Awards
The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith's Student Government Association awarded two awards on Friday, April 10, one to a staff member and one to faculty, during the 91µ÷½Ì Faculty and Staff Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Three Take Home Annual 91µ÷½Ì Staff Awards
Staff members from the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith were recognized for their service to the university during the April 10 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremony.
April 10, 2026
Research Symposium Slated April 10
The 19th Annual Student Research Symposium on Friday, April 10, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Boreham Library.Â
April 06, 2026
Ask the Expert: Happy Tax Day
91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith associate professor of accounting, Dr. Dillon Walker, shares his insight as a CPA about what you need to know for the upcoming April 15 tax holiday.
April 03, 2026
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
Half Hour is All That's Needed for FAFSA Aid
The Financial Aid and Veteran Benefits Office at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith will host a drop-in event for students to get a head start on their 2026-27 FAFSA application on Monday, March 16.
March 13, 2026
$3M in Scholarships Available to 91µ÷½Ì Students
Close to $3 million in private, donor-funded scholarships are available to 91µ÷½Ì – Fort Smith students through the Lion’s Share scholarship portal, and university officials are urging students to complete required applications...
March 04, 2026
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
Expert Shares Insight into Why Local Elections Matter
91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith Associate Professor of Political Science, Dr. Williams Yamkam, shares his expertise on local elections ahead of 91µ÷½Ì' primary election on March 3, 2026.
March 02, 2026
Accepted Students Day Roars Back with New Name
The 91µ÷½Ì - 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 91µ÷½Ì.
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