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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.

Borrowing Belief: The Leadership Journey of Susan DeWoody

Susan DeWoody came to the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, then Westark College, as a first-generation student. She left with the tools needed to succeed and help others, eventually becoming the first female provost at Oklahoma Baptist University...

Breaking Barriers without Knowing It

Fanny Wesley experienced a lot of firsts in her life. One of the most impactful was when she attended the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, then Westark College, and became the first Black cheerleader and first Black woman on the homecoming court.

Fredriksen Family Leaves Lasting Mark

The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith has been at the center of Brenda Fredriksen's and her family's lives for two generations.

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.

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...

Class Notes, Summer 2026

Home is Where the Art Is

A 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith associate professor of art, Peter Cullum, shares the importance of art and how it has shaped who he is and how he teaches students.

91µ÷½Ì Alumni Celebrate Match Day at ARCOM

Alumni from the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith found out where they will spend their residency programs during Match Day at the 91µ÷½Ì College of Osteopathic Medicine on March 20.

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.

Tracie Griffith’s Unretirement – Putting Students First

When Tracie Griffith left the classroom after more than 20 years as a K-12 teacher, she realized something was missing. It was students. In her first year at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, she is finding that she's still making a difference...

91µ÷½Ì Alum Builds Career Through Science and Persistence

91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith alum, Jordan Miesner-Davis, is helping change lives as a scientist. He helps companies develop and test safe medications for distribution.

91µ÷½Ì 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed

Homecoming returns to the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.

Class Notes, Fall 2025

Class notes from this fall, coming from a wide variety of alumni

A Major League Dream

91µ÷½Ì 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....

91µ÷½Ì to Host Alum's Documentary Honoring Grandfather

91µ÷½Ì alum Josiah Olmstead, '13, spent three years making a documentary honoring the life and work of his late grandfather, Dick Sweeney. Sweeney was one of the seven founders of the American Association of Zoo Keepers, which changed the landscape...

Finding Identity at 91µ÷½Ì: Kendrix Holcomb

Kendrix Holcomb, an admissions advisor at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, arrived as a student with the goal of reinventing himself. The self-proclaimed introvert made it a priority to come out of his shell and encourages others to do the...

Alumna Rides Through History

Jenny Kliest, a 2024 graduate of the dental hygiene program at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, rode nearly 1,000 miles along the Trail of Tears Northern Route for the Remember the Removal Bike Ride.

Upward Bound to Law School

91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith alum, Sarahi Ibarra, class of 2025, found success through programs and community on her way to law school.

Class Notes, Summer 2025

91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith alumni share life and career updates.