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Dress Blues to Scrubs
When Kaylee Yandell enrolled at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP, she did so looking for a new challenge in life. The former Marine traded in her Dress Blues for books and scrubs as she prepares to graduate in May 2024.
January 19, 2024
2023: A Year of Achievement
Much of what happened at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP in 2023 is informed by the values and goals in the university’s new 5-year strategic plan, approved by the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Board of Trustees this May.
December 18, 2023
Home Away from Home: Dr. Nicha Otero
Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, UAFS associate professor of psychology Dr. Nicha Otero found a home in Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP and the UAFS community.
November 16, 2023
Babb Family Endows $1M Premier Internship Program
Thanks to a generous gift from long-time UAFS supporters Doug and Kathy Babb, more students at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP will have access to paid internships as part of their university experience.
November 16, 2023
First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at UAFS, but the support and encouragement from her family and UAFS staff has helped her achieve...
October 26, 2023
Lessons in Leadership: Mayor George McGill Shares Wisdom with UAFS Students
Fort Smith Mayor George McGill spoke to Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP students from the LEAD LLC and Black Student Alliance, detailing his life story and personal take on leadership principles.
October 19, 2023
Surgical Tech Grads Join Professional Ranks
Hannah Cervantes and other new graduates of the surgical technology program at the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith attended their first professional conference with excitement and anticipation.
October 05, 2023
UAFS Celebrates Enrollment Increases
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP announced today a 6.8 percent spike in first-year entering students, bringing the total to 889 this year, up from 832 in the 2022-23 academic year. Overall enrollment has also risen by 2.5 percent, up to 5514...
September 08, 2023
From Degrees to Dental Hygiene Excellence: A Journey of Passion and Purpose
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP non-traditional student Abby Musset shares her journey to UAFS to study dental hygiene after completing her bachelor’s and master's degrees.
August 29, 2023
Hands-On Learning: A Pathway to Early Childhood Education Careers
High school students attend Early Childhood Summer CDA Academy at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP to begin the pathway to earning a credential for a career in Early Childhood Education.
August 21, 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
Little Lions Make Big Investment in Families
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP's Little Lions Child Development Center celebrates the start of the fall semester and National Breastfeeding Month (August) with the opening of a Mamava Lactation Pod. A state-of-the-art pod designed with moms...
August 11, 2023
Faculty Voices: Dr. Patti Conard
Explore the inspiring story of Dr. Patti Conard, an associate professor and endowed professor for the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences at the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith. With deep roots in the institution as an alumna,...
August 10, 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.
July 21, 2023
Spring 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s List Announced
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP has released the Dean's List for the spring 2023 semester, according to Dr. Shadow Robinson, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.
June 28, 2023
Exclusive New Career Beckoned to UAFS Grad
Part of what Hannah Cervantes likes about her new career is its exclusivity.
June 28, 2023
Surgical Tech Grads Join Professional Ranks
Some people attend professional conferences with a combination of boredom and indifference, but not Hannah Cervantes and other new graduates of the surgical technology program at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP.
June 28, 2023
Mane Event Q&A
Close to 300 incoming students filled the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith campus on Friday, June 16, 2023 for a new student orientation called Mane Event. The students will begin their journey as Lions in the fall of 2023 taking paths as student-athletes,...
June 16, 2023
Faculty Voices: Dr. Kendra Abel
Educating educators is what Dr. Kendra Abel, assistant professor of elementary, middle level, and secondary education, takes pride in at the University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith. However, her journey to this role was anything but ordinary.
May 24, 2023
Two UAFS Students to Compete for Miss Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Crown
Getting dolled up and competing in front of an audience is nothing new for two University of Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP – Fort Smith students. Junior Jayson Toney, a media communications major, and senior Callie Scherrey, a nursing major, will call Little Rock home...
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