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UAFS Students Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day
Students at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP celebrated Indigenous Peoples' Day through conversations and bracelets.
October 09, 2023
Fight Breast Cancer with UAFS Volleyball and Annual Pink Out Match
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP volleyball team brings awareness to breast cancer with its annual Pink Out. The Lions host Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Tech on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m., becoming the first UAFS team to host ATU.
October 09, 2023
UAFS Celebrates LGBTQIA+ History Month
October is LGBTQIA+ History Month. At the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP, see what events will be held to celebrate and honor LGBTQIA+ history.
October 05, 2023
Family Weekend Festivities Slated for Oct. 6-7
At the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP the importance of family in a student’s educational journey is celebrated year-round, but on the First Week of October, the celebrating ramps up. The much-anticipated 2023 Family Weekend is set to take...
September 29, 2023
Honoring Heritage: How Jaylin Barroso Explores Her Hispanic Identity
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP student Jaylin Barroso details how Hispanic Heritage Month allows her to explore her roots and share her identity and culture with others.
September 28, 2023
College Fair Coming to UAFS
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP to host inaugural fall college fair from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 19. UAFS will host nearly two dozen colleges and universities from Arizona, Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for high school students and their...
September 18, 2023
Secure Your Spot for Meet the Firms
Meet the Firms, an annual accounting and finance networking and recruiting event, returns to the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP. College of Business and Industry students studying accounting, finance, or information technologies are encouraged...
September 13, 2023
Constitution Week at UAFS, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day
On Sept. 19 the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Student Government Association will be helping students register to vote for National Voter Registration Day. This is one event scheduled as part of Constitution Week.
September 13, 2023
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by UAFS ROTC
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in honor of those affected by the terror attacks 22 years ago. The climb begins after a Remembrance Ceremony, followed by an American Flag planting on the UAFS Campus...
September 07, 2023 UAFS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 05, 2023
UAFS Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit
A former Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the UAFS Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at UAFS, will be displayed thanks to a generous...
September 04, 2023
Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Alumni Office's annual 5k returns during the Family Weekend celebration. The Haunted Hustle 5k will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, on the UAFS campus.
September 01, 2023
UAFS to Host SÃ Se Puede Admissions Event
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Office of Admissions welcomes Spanish-speaking families to share important information about transitioning to the university. The event, Si Se Puede, will be conducted in Spanish.
September 01, 2023 La UAFS organizará el evento de Admisiones Si Se Puede
El evento será completamente en español y tiene como objetivo proporcionar a la comunidad hispana información útil sobre las necesidades de los estudiantes para una transición exitosa a la Universidad de Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP - Fort Smith
September 01, 2023
Cub Camp Kick Off
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP kicked off its 20th Cub Camp with record-breaking participation on the heels of a 5% increase in first-time entering students compared to the 2022-23 academic year.
August 17, 2023
UAFS Welcome Week 2023
Experience a vibrant start to the semester at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP’s Welcome Week 2023! Connect, engage, and thrive with exciting campus events. Check out the full Welcome Week schedule of events.
August 15, 2023
Get 'Move-In' Ready
The University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith fall 2023 semester is approaching. Shortly before the semester begins, hundreds of students will move into their new space as Lion’s Den or Sebastian Commons residents. Before move-in, the UAFS Resident...
August 10, 2023
UAFS Alumni Prepare for Inaugural Game
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP volleyball alumni set to return for the inaugural alumni game. Some of the greatest Lions will compete against current players on Saturday, August 19, at 2 p.m., at Stubblefield Center. The game is free and open...
August 07, 2023
July 28 Mane Event to Feature Spanish Track for Familes
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP will continue its commitment to inclusive community engagement during its upcoming Mane Event orientation on Friday, July 28, 2023, with specialized Spanish language sessions to help parents and families learn...
July 21, 2023
Students Prepare for Fall Classes at Mane Event
Nearly 300 students attended the second of three Mane Events at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP as they prepare for fall classes.
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