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Ask the Expert: Dr. Sandy Johnson

Sandra Marchese Johnson, M.D., is a dedicated supporter of education, a longtime friend of the University of 㽶ƵAPP–Fort Smith, and a faculty member at both UAMS and the 㽶ƵAPP College of Osteopathic Medicine. In this expert column she shares...

June 01, 2026
Dr. Ray Green, UAFS Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
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Dr. Ray Green to Serve as Provost

Dr. Raymond Green has been named the next provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at UAFS, following a national search, Chancellor Riley announced Thursday, May 28.

May 28, 2026
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Memorial Day with UAFS Veterans

As the United States sits on the precipice of its 250th year as a nation, there’s no better time to honor the lives of service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice than Memorial Day.

May 25, 2026
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Chancellor

Campus Update, May 22, 2026

UAFS Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley provides an update about tuition increases, the budget, and the sale of Sebastian Commons.

May 22, 2026
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Students Pass Down Traditions for Future Lions

The 㽶ƵAPP is full of traditions for students to experience and bond over when they become alumni.

May 19, 2026
Dental Hygiene graduates from the UAFS College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences pose together at the May 16, 2026 commencement ceremony.
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UAFS Confers Spring Grads

The 㽶ƵAPP celebrated the spring commencement of nearly 650 graduates on Saturday, May 16.

May 16, 2026
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Summer Camps at UAFS Begin in June

The 㽶ƵAPP is offering camps throughout the summer, ranging from volleyball and basketball to band for kids ages K-12.

May 15, 2026
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Chancellor

Campus Update, May 15, 2026

㽶ƵAPP Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares an update the day before spring commencement, congratulating graduates and providing an update about SGA and the UAFS Provost search.

May 15, 2026
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Business and IndustryFeaturedFirst GenerationNews

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Degree Prepares Students for Future

Students like Arik Schrouf are among the first in 㽶ƵAPP to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, thanks to the 㽶ƵAPP.

May 15, 2026
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First GenerationStudents

First-To-Go Offer Advice to First Years

First-generation students from the 㽶ƵAPP who are gearing up for graduation offer advice to incoming students to succeed.

May 08, 2026
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Chancellor

Campus Update, May 8, 2026

UAFS Chancellor, Dr. Terisa Riley, shares an update going into the last week of the spring semester.

May 08, 2026
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CommunityHealth Education and Human Sciences

UAFS Local Leads Deliver “Baby Brain Bags” to Mercy Labor & Delivery

University of 㽶ƵAPP-Fort Smith Early Childhood Education Local Leads team delivered 1,300 “Baby Brain Bags” to the labor and delivery department at Mercy-Fort Smith to support newborns’ brain development.

May 07, 2026
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AlumniCommunityFeatured

UAFS Alum Cyndi Glidewell Turned Nursing Degree into Lifetime of Adventure

Cyndi Glidewell's professional life has spanned hospital floors, international consulting projects, book publishing and a niche travel business and all started with a nursing degree from Westark Community College.

May 07, 2026
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Gov. Sanders Keynotes Workforce Development & Advanced Manufacturing Open House

UAFS celebrated the opening of its new Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Development Centers with an open house and ribbon cutting Monday, May 4, welcoming 㽶ƵAPP Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, state leaders, industry partners, university officials,...

May 05, 2026
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The Civic Duty of Ben Shipley

Ben Shipley discusses his civic responsibility and duty to give back to the community by way of supporting the 㽶ƵAPP.

May 01, 2026
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Gov. Sanders to Speak at Open House for Workforce Development & Advanced Manufacturing centers

The University of 㽶ƵAPP at Fort Smith will celebrate the opening of its new Workforce Development Center with an open house and ribbon cutting from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Monday, May 4. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will keynote the celebration,...

May 01, 2026
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Twins Race Towards Careers

Senior cross-country runners and twin sisters, Rachel and Hailey Malik, have used their time at the 㽶ƵAPP to streak down trails and engage the minds of dozens of elementary-aged students.

May 01, 2026
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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...

May 01, 2026
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UAFS History Through the Eyes of Sharon Winn

Since being founded in 1928, the 㽶ƵAPP has undergone five name changes. Only one person has been part of the university for every iteration.

May 01, 2026
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CommunityFeaturedNewsStudents

Detailed Planning and Coordinated Effort Needed for Commencement Ceremonies

It takes dozens of staff and months of planning to successfully stage commencement ceremonies at UAFS.

May 01, 2026

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