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UAFS Mailbag: Feeding Lions
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Mailbag’s latest edition tackles food insecurity and how UAFS helps students, faculty, and staff overcome this by offering services through the Dave Stevens Lion Pride Pantry, an on-campus food pantry.
September 29, 2023
UAFS Ranked as one of 2024's Best Colleges by US News
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP was named to the U.S. News list of 2024 Best Colleges in multiple categories.
September 18, 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
UAFS Names Family Enterprise Center for Jim Walcott
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP announced today that it will rename its Family Enterprise Center to honor the late Jim Walcott, whose legacy has profoundly impacted the River Valley.
September 15, 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 UAFS Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering UAFS Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights UAFS volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!
September 12, 2023
Seven Welcomed to UAFS Alumni Advisory Council
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all UAFS alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.
September 07, 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
Student Disability Services Moves Location
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP enhances student support with new space for inclusive learning and testing.
September 01, 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 UAFS Mailbag: What You Missed
The second edition of the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Mailbag features university updates to inform students of what has happened since the end of the 2022-2023 academic year.
August 25, 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 UAFS Mailbag: Welcome
The Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Mailbag is a new editorial for the curiosity of all things UAFS and encourages students, faculty, and staff alike to ask questions about campus they want answered.
August 18, 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
Alumni Legacy Awards
Twenty students received financial aid through the Alumni Legacy Scholarship in the 2023-2024 academic year. This is the highest number of scholarships awarded in a single year.
August 16, 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
The Dog Days of...Cicadas?
Discover the fascinating world of campus wildlife at the Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP. Learn about the mesmerizing songs of the cicadas, and the science behind their loud buzz during the scorching summer days.
August 04, 2023
Tax-Free Savings
Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP Tax-Free Weekend means savings for Ï㽶ÊÓƵAPP students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and families. Take advantage of the savings at the UAFS Lion's Bookstore Saturday, Aug. 5 and Sunday, Aug. 6.
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