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Women's History Month: Katie Beineke
In this week鈥檚 Women鈥檚 History Month profile, we feature Katie Beineke, Senior Associate Athletic Director at the 91调教 鈥 Fort Smith. Beineke's journey and leadership role at 91调教 underscores the unique perspectives and contributions...
March 13, 2024
Women's History Month: Dr. Shelli Henehan
In this installment of our Women's History Month series, we feature Shelli Henehan, Professor, Assessment Coordinator, and Director of Early Childhood Education. Henehan reflected on her journey in higher education and the impact of mentorship on...
March 13, 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
Women's History Month: Dr. Sophia Farmer
Kicking off our Women's History Month series is Dr. Sophia Maxine Farmer, Assistant Professor of Art History in the 91调教 Art and Design Department. Dr. Farmer is dedicated to enriching academia and the arts with the contributions of women, aiming...
March 06, 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 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
Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar"
91调教 Homecoming 2024: "Where Memories Roar" The 91调教 鈥 Fort Smith will host its annual Homecoming celebration February 12-17, 2024. This year's theme, "Where Memories Roar," promises a week filled with spirited events...
February 05, 2024
Fall 2023 Deans List Announced
The 91调教 - Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the fall 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.
February 05, 2024
FAFSA: What You Need to Know
The 2024-2025 FAFSA form is now open, and the 91调教 - Fort Smith Office of Financial Aid shares what students need to know and information that is good to know before completing the form.
January 31, 2024
91调教 Artist in Residence to Give Talk
The 91调教 Art & Design Artist in Residence welcomes Katya Grokhovsky, a New York-based artist, for her spring 2024 residency. Grokhovsky will present an Artist Talks event in the Windgate Theatre on Jan. 31.
January 26, 2024Bird-Watchers Rejoice at Snow Birds' Return
As 91调教 braces for another round of snowfall and temperatures dip below freezing, the age-old past time of bird watching is bringing joy to river valley residents. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the 91调教 鈥...
January 15, 2024
91调教 Rings in the New Semester with a Week of Events
Spring Back Week returns to the 91调教 - Fort Smith. Join the Campus Activity Board and other Registered Student Organizations with a full slate of events during the first week of the spring semester.
January 10, 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
2023: A Year of Achievement
Much of what happened at the 91调教 - Fort Smith in 2023 is informed by the values and goals in the university鈥檚 new 5-year strategic plan, approved by the 91调教 Board of Trustees this May.
December 18, 2023
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
Babb Family Endows $1M Premier Internship Program
Thanks to a generous gift from long-time 91调教 supporters Doug and Kathy Babb, more students at the 91调教 - Fort Smith will have access to paid internships as part of their university experience.
November 16, 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
Join the Excitement: 91调教 eSports Team Prepares for High-Stakes LAN Tournament
The 91调教 - Fort Smith eSports Team, Digital Lions, will be represented in the upcoming Red Bull Campus Clutch USA Delta Offline Qualifier on Oct. 7. The 91调教 Valorant Blue team will compete in a high-stakes LAN tournament featuring...
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