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UAFS students celebrate the launch of the 2025 Azahares magazine
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Azahares Launches April 16

UAFS will celebrate the 2026 edition of Azahares, the university's Spanish-language literary magazine, at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 16.

April 13, 2026
A mom and daughter pose with Numa at UAFS accepted student day
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Den Day Invites Students to Explore Life as a Lion

UAFS Admissions will once again welcome prospective students and their families to Den Day on Wednesday, April 15, with a half-day program that showcases academic programs, student services, and campus life.

April 13, 2026
Christopher Edwards, center, shares his research into coral bleaching at the 19th Annual Student Research Symposium in UAFS's Boreham Library.
Arts and SciencesLion Voices

Second Chance Scientist

When Christopher Edwards first came to the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP, he wasn't sure what he wanted to do with his life. After dropping out and spending nearly a decade in the workplace, he realized a change was needed. He returned to UAFS...

April 13, 2026
From left to right, Allyson Lovell, Darren Smith, and Jennifer Holland at the UAFS Faculty and Staff Awards.
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Three Take Home Annual UAFS Staff Awards

Staff members from the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP were recognized for their service to the university during the April 10 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremony.

April 10, 2026
Left to right: Bryan Alexis and Susan Krafft accept their Student Government Association Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards.
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Students Honor Faculty and Staff with Distinguished Awards

The Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP's Student Government Association awarded two awards on Friday, April 10, one to a staff member and one to faculty, during the UAFS Faculty and Staff Awards ceremony.

April 10, 2026
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Chancellor

Campus Update, April 10, 2026

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP Chancellor Terisa Riley shares an update on summer hours, the budget, the 19th Annual Student Research Symposium, and UAFS employee appreciation.

April 10, 2026
From left to right: Tom Watkins, Dr. Jordan Mader, Dr. Ann-Gee Lee, Roberta Parks, and Dr. Virginia Hardgraves accept their faculty awards.
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Five Faculty Take Home Prestigious UAFS Awards

Faculty members from the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP were recognized for their service to the university and community, teaching effectiveness, research, and ability to connect with students at the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Awards ceremo...

April 10, 2026
construction equipment removing pavement in front of buildings

Green space Created at 53rd Street Corridor

New green way created on 53rd Street between Baldor and Windgate buildings

April 08, 2026
UAFS students describe their research at the student research symposium
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Research Symposium Slated April 10

The 19th Annual Student Research Symposium on Friday, April 10, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Boreham Library. 

April 06, 2026
Stack of tax forms including a 1040 and W-2s sit underneath a yellow sticky note that says,
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Ask the Expert: Happy Tax Day

Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP associate professor of accounting, Dr. Dillon Walker, shares his insight as a CPA about what you need to know for the upcoming April 15 tax holiday.

April 03, 2026
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Advanced Manufacturing Sets Standard

This fall, the University of Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP – Fort Smith launched Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP’s first Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, a highly anticipated program that will strengthen the workforce pipeline for one of the River Valley’s most...

April 03, 2026
UAFS graduates leave the stubblefield center after commencement
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Regalia Drive Slated April 18

The 2025-2026 Lion Leadership class will host a cap and gown donation drive from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 18, in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center on the UAFS campus.

April 02, 2026
Peter Cullum (right) talks to a student during a modeling class
AlumniArt and DesignLion Voices

Home is Where the Art Is

A Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP associate professor of art, Peter Cullum, shares the importance of art and how it has shaped who he is and how he teaches students.

March 30, 2026
Beck Pair, administrative assistant
Health Education and Human SciencesLion Voices

An Appreciative Return to the Fort

Beck Pair, an administrative assistant for the Department of Human Sciences, grew up in Fort Smith but left to attend college. After a job opened at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP, they returned home with a new appreciation for their hometown...

March 26, 2026
UAFS alum, Vi Le, '19, holds a sign saying she matched with radiology at Virginia Mason Seattle
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UAFS Alumni Celebrate Match Day at ARCOM

Alumni from the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP found out where they will spend their residency programs during Match Day at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP College of Osteopathic Medicine on March 20.

March 25, 2026
An autumn scene from the UAFS Campus Green with the Bell Tower in the background surrounded by red and orange leafed trees with leaves on the ground.
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Fall 2025 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

The Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP releases the Fall 2025 Chancellor's List and Dean's List. Students are recognized for their academic achievements.

March 16, 2026
Dr. Stephen Husarik discusses sheet music.
Arts and SciencesCommunityEvents

Beethoven Expert to Give Historical Lecture and Performance

Dr. Stephen Husarik, professor of humanities and music history, is set to present a lecture-recital about Beethoven on March 31 at 7 p.m. at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP. Husarik is an expert in Beethoven.

March 16, 2026
UAFS Bell Tower
Chancellor

Campus Update, March 13, 2026

The chancellor for the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP, Dr. Terisa Riley, shares an update about recent campus news.

March 13, 2026
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EventsFeaturedStudents

Half Hour is All That's Needed for FAFSA Aid

The Financial Aid and Veteran Benefits Office at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP will host a drop-in event for students to get a head start on their 2026-27 FAFSA application on Monday, March 16.

March 13, 2026
Aerial photo of the UAFS Campus Green.
EventsStudents

CAB Planning Alcohol Awareness 'Pub Crawl'

The Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµAPP Campus Activities Board is set to host a campus crawl on March 17, promoting alcohol awareness ahead of spring break.

March 09, 2026

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