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Research Den Brings Cancer, Cell Researchers to Fort Smith
Two University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences graduate students will bring their cancer and cell biology research to downtown Fort Smith on Dec. 4 as part of the Research Den series, a free public program designed to connect the River Valley with...
November 25, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½ Art & Design Programs Earn NASAD Accreditation
Â鶹´«Ã½ has earned reaccreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) for both baccalaureate programs in its Department of Art & Design
November 24, 2025
Math Professor Earns Teacher of the Year Honors
Dr. Rachel Lehman, assistant professor of mathematics, was named the 2025 Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics Teacher of the Year - Excellence in Four-Year College/University Mathematics Teaching Award on Nov. 18.
November 21, 2025
‘Shark Tank’ Inspired Competition Returns to Â鶹´«Ã½
The Lion's Lair Business Plan Competition returned to the Â鶹´«Ã½ for its third year. The 'Shark Tank' inspired competition provided six student-led teams with the opportunity to create and pitch a new business idea, marketing...
November 17, 2025
Den Day Delivers Record-Breaking Attendance
The Â鶹´«Ã½ 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
Â鶹´«Ã½ Art & Design Welcomes Artist in Residence, Johana Moscoso
Johana Moscoso becomes the newest artist accepted into the Â鶹´«Ã½ Art & Design Artist in Residence program. Moscoso, a Colombian-American visual artist working in fiber, installation, and performance, is the eighth since 2022, and will remain at Â鶹´«Ã½...
November 10, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½ to Host Alum's Documentary Honoring Grandfather
Â鶹´«Ã½ 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...
November 05, 2025
The ‘Aha’s’ of Teaching: Dr. Sarah Winterberg
Dr. Sarah Winterberg is an associate professor of English at the Â鶹´«Ã½. She is the first person from her hometown of Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, to have earned a Ph.D., and since 2007, she has been committed to her pursuit...
October 31, 2025
Preparing for Med School in Arkansas: Which Degrees are Best for Undergrad?
Students interested in continuing their education at a medical school can receive the foundational education they need from the Â鶹´«Ã½.
October 31, 2025
Students Get Jump Start on Jobs at All-Majors Career Fair
Nearly 200 students and alumni from the Â鶹´«Ã½ attended the All-Majors Career Fair, where they had an opportunity to network with more than 40 area businesses.
October 31, 2025
Recession-Proof Careers: Jobs Designed to Withstand an Economic Downfall
As the economy fluctuates, the Â鶹´«Ã½ is committed to teaching and preparing students to graduate and secure stable careers.
October 31, 2025
All Majors Career Fair Slated Oct 29
Â鶹´«Ã½ will host its Fall 2025 All-Majors Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.
October 23, 2025
Octuba-Fest Returns for 2025
The Â鶹´«Ã½ Department of Music and Theatre is delighted to announce its 19th Octubafest on Sunday, Oct. 12.
October 06, 2025
Abby Summitt and When the Ball Stops Bouncing
Â鶹´«Ã½ senior biology major Abby Summitt details how an injury almost cut her playing career short and how basketball has helped her academically in her pursuit of dental school.
September 19, 2025
Education Goes Far Beyond the Classroom for Geoscience Student
Geoscience student gains real-world education to compliment what is taught in the classroom during Maymester trip to Colorado
September 11, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½, ACHE Sign Affiliation Agreement
Â鶹´«Ã½ and the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education signed a new affiliation agreement on August 25 that guarantees qualified Â鶹´«Ã½ students an admissions interview for graduate programs at ACHE.
August 25, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½ Launches Monthly Research Den Programming
The Â鶹´«Ã½ to launch Research Den, a monthly series to share research conducted by students and faculty through casual conversation.
August 21, 2025
Upward Bound to Law School
Â鶹´«Ã½ alum, Sarahi Ibarra, class of 2025, found success through programs and community on her way to law school.
August 21, 2025
First-Year and Transfer Enrollment See Gains for 2025
First-year undergraduate enrollment has reached its highest level since before the COVID-19 pandemic, with more than 1,030 first-year students registered for the fall of 2025, a 15% increase from the same date in 2024.
August 18, 2025
25 New Faculty Members Join Â鶹´«Ã½
Twenty five new full-time faculty members will join Â鶹´«Ã½ for the 2025-26 academic year, strengthening programs across its three colleges and expanding academic resources for students.
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