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Lifetime in Healthcare Spurs Education
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP's Master of Healthcare Administration program is led by Dr. Cheryl Holden, the executive director, who joined UAFS after more than four decades of healthcare experience.
February 04, 2026
$15M Federal Appropriation to Fund Center for Maternal and Infant Healthcare
UAFS is set to receive $15 million in federal funding to construct and equip a state-of-the-art Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare, following congressional approval of key FY2026 appropriations bills.
February 04, 2026
Class Notes, Spring 2026
Class notes from alumni coming from October 2025 to January 2026. If you have any information you'd like to share with your fellow alumni and us, follow the link below the notes to the Class Notes submissions!
February 02, 2026
Learning Mandarin Made Easy
UAFS professor Dr. Ann-Gee Lee leans on her heritage to bring back a free Mandarin course for students, faculty, staff, and the community.
January 30, 2026
Campus Update, January 30, 2026
UAFS Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley offers a warm welcome back after winter weather forced the campus closure and shares upcoming events with students.
January 30, 2026
UAFS to Resume Normal Operations Friday, January 30
UAFS will open for normal operations Friday, January 30, 2026 with some limitations.
January 29, 2026 Inclement Weather Update: Wednesday, January 28
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP is closing campus again on Thursday, January 29, 2026 due to treacherous travel conditions.
January 28, 2026 Inclement Weather Update: Tuesday, January 27
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP is closing campus again on Wednesday January 28, 2026 due to brutally cold weather and road conditions.
January 27, 2026 Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP is closing campus again on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 due to brutally cold weather and road conditions.
January 26, 2026
UAFS Ornithologist Gives Snowday Birdwatching Advice
As snowfall blankets the River Valley, bird watchers are flocking to their windows and feeders, enjoying the return of familiar winter species and hoping for rare visitors. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP...
January 23, 2026
UAFS Alum Builds Career Through Science and Persistence
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP alum, Jordan Miesner-Davis, is helping change lives as a scientist. He helps companies develop and test safe medications for distribution.
January 23, 2026 Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP is preparing for a significant winter weather system by pivoting to remote work and canceling all classes after 12 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23.
January 22, 2026
UAFS Students Try to ‘Catch ‘Em All’
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP students kicked off the new semester and Pokémon's 30th anniversary with an afternoon playing Pokémon GO.
January 22, 2026
UAFS Crews Prepare Campus for Winter Storm with Updated Ice Control Plan
UAFS grounds crews prepare the campus as winter storm approaches in order to make certain students, faculty and staff remain safe and can access the areas they need
January 21, 2026
New Lab Benches to Modernize UAFS Chemistry Laboratory
Bench in the chemestry lab in the Math-Science buidling at UAFS are being updated and replaced with new tops and space.
January 16, 2026
River Valley MLK Commission to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Events
Several events are scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, both on the UAFS campus and across the River Valley.
January 05, 2026
Start Strong: Tips for Setting and Sticking to Your Wellness Goals in the New Year
Cory Williams, assistant director of recreation and wellness, shared practical strategies for setting meaningful goals, staying motivated and taking advantage of campus resources designed to support healthy habits.
December 31, 2025Advancing UAFS Through Relationships: Kara Crowley
Kara Crowley, associate director of philanthropy and engagement, benefited from scholarships to earn both her bachelor's and master's degrees debt-free. In her role at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP, she helps donors establish that same...
December 19, 2025
Aid Fuels Research Opportunities
UAFS senior biology student, Shelby Zink, credits the financial aid she has received as the reason why she was able to attend college and follow her dream of becoming a field researcher.
December 15, 2025
UAFS 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed
Homecoming returns to the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.
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