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Â鶹´«Ã½ Toy Toss to Return Nov. 18
The Â鶹´«Ã½ Toy Toss returns on Nov. 18 against the University of the Ozarks. Come cheer on the men's basketball team for their home opener, and bring a new, soft toy in exchange for free admission. Once the Lions score their first point, toys will...
November 04, 2025
Almost, Maine Takes Stage Nov. 6-8
Â鶹´«Ã½ Theatre will present John Cariani’s Almost, Maine, Nov. 6-8 in Breedlove Auditorium.
October 28, 2025
Nursing Students to Assist at Minority Health Fair
Senior nursing students from the Â鶹´«Ã½ Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing will administer free flu and COVID-19 vaccines during a community health fair Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 4916 High...
October 23, 2025
Suit Up Prepares Students for All Majors Career Fair Oct. 29
University of Arkansas – Fort Smith students, alumni, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the annual SUIT UP event at JCPenney on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 3-6 p.m. at Central Mall. The event offers exclusive discounts on professional attire for...
October 20, 2025
Wounded Warrior Project to Visit Â鶹´«Ã½
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith and Wounded Warrior Project will host a free public event Monday, Oct. 20, to connect veterans, active-duty service members, and military families with connection, support services, and community resources.
October 14, 2025
Manby Tabbed as Keynote for CED Awards
Joel Manby, who has more than 25 years of experience as a CEO for SeaWorld, Herschend Enterprises, and SAAB North America, will keynote the Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards on Oct. 20.
October 09, 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
Program Sets Schedule for Oral Health and Hygiene
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and the Â鶹´«Ã½ is celebrating with a month-long program called Tooth Tip Tuesday. The Â鶹´«Ã½ Dental Hygiene program is increasing oral health awareness through social media. The...
October 02, 2025
One Pill Can Kill Training Comes to Â鶹´«Ã½
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin will be at the Â鶹´«Ã½ to deliver One Pill Can Kill Training on Oct. 6. The statewide initiative is aimed at educating college students about the deadly risks of fentanyl-laced counterfeit...
October 01, 2025
Family Weekend Returns Oct. 3-4
The Â鶹´«Ã½ welcomes families and alumni to campus on October 3-4 for its annual Family Weekend.
September 19, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½ Celebrates Constitution Week with Full Slate of Events
The Â鶹´«Ã½ engages students with civic-minded events for Constitution Week.
September 11, 2025
Nominations Open for Â鶹´«Ã½ Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards at Bakery District
The event recognizes and celebrates outstanding achievements among regional family-owned and small businesses, as well as business advisors who support these enterprises.
August 25, 2025
Mid-Week Party Invites Â鶹´«Ã½ Community
The Â鶹´«Ã½ invites students to attend the annual Campus Picnic and Block Party on Wednesday, August 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the campus green.
August 22, 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
Full Slate of Events Welcomes Â鶹´«Ã½ Students
Check out a complete list of events happening during the 2025 Welcome Week at the Â鶹´«Ã½.
August 14, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½ Announces Full Slate of Summer Camps for 2025
The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith will host multiple athletic and music summer camps throughout June, July, and August. Camps are open to boys and girls from Kindergarten to 12th grade.
May 01, 2025
AI Expo at Â鶹´«Ã½ May 1
The Â鶹´«Ã½ will host an Artificial Intelligence Expo at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, in Room 101 of the Baldor Technology Center.
April 30, 2025
Semiannual Finals Prep Event Slated for April 30
The University of Arkansas—Fort Smith is once again preparing students for finals with the return of the semiannual Long Night Against Procrastination event, which will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on April 30 at the Boreham Library.
April 24, 2025
Teal Tailgate Draws Support for SAAM at Â鶹´«Ã½
The Â鶹´«Ã½ community wraps up April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Teal Tailgate on Wednesday, April 23.
April 22, 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½, Royals team up for MIAA Day at the K
The Â鶹´«Ã½ joins members of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association for the second MIAA Day at the K on Saturday, April 26.
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