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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ students hand out candy during the annual Haunted Union trunk or treat.
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ to host Haunted Union Oct. 30, 6-9 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board at the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith will host its annual Haunted Union this Saturday, October 30, from 6-9 p.m. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.

October 28, 2021
The Pendergraft Health Sciences Building
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ to Host Three Candidates for CHEHS Dean

The search committee for the College of Health, Education & Human Sciences dean position has narrowed the list of candidates to three highly-qualified individuals who will participate in on-campus and virtual interviews November 4 - 11

October 28, 2021
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ to Host Health Secretary Dr. Jose Romero Oct. 29

The ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Democracy Project will host ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Health Secretary Dr. Jose Romero in a town hall at 11 a.m., Friday, October 29, 2021, in the Reynolds Room of the ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Campus Center. Attendees can also join virtually by registering at this link. This...

October 26, 2021
ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Students and family stand under fall trees
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Family Weekend

The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith will celebrate its annual Family Weekend. On Oct. 22 and 23, all ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to bring their families to a slate of campus activities, including Lady Lions Volleyball,...

October 18, 2021
Adams, left, and Beckman accept their awards ahead of the Virtual USC All Staff meeting.
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Staff Earn Speakman Awards

The University Staff Council at the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith presented Lucille Speakman Excellence Awards to Deborah Beckham and Jeff Adams, both of Fort Smith, during its annual staff meeting on September 29.

October 15, 2021
Lion Heart Volunteers Paint
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Lions Support 9/11 Week of Service through Community Outreach Day

On the 20th Anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith provided community services throughout the early morning on Saturday in honor of those that lost their lives.

October 01, 2021
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Hispanic Heritage Month Kicks Off at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´

This Wednesday, the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith will begin a month-long slate of events celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15. The events, which include a nacho bar and salsa dancing...

September 26, 2021
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Honors 2020 Graduates

The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith held the first two of its seven commencement ceremonies this month on Saturday, May 1, honoring 2020 graduates who returned to campus to take their long-delayed walking across the stage.

May 01, 2021
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Future Still Bright for ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Performers, As Sun Sets on Season of Entertainment

As the sun sets on the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ - Fort Smith’s Season of Entertainment just shy of its 40th year, Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus and Community Events Stacey Jones reflected on how the season started, his favorite moments, and...

April 15, 2021
Miss ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ contestants are shown with their awards donning face masks
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Jayson Toney Crowned Miss ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ 2021

In a competition that awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships and prizes among its eight candidates, Jayson Toney claimed the crown of Miss ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ 2021 during the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ - Fort Smith’s scholarship competition on March 13.

March 13, 2021
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Hosts 48th Annual Conference of the ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Political Science Association

The 48th Annual Conference of the ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Political Science Association took place in a virtual format Thursday, Feb. 25 and Friday, Feb. 26, hosted for the first time by the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith.

March 11, 2021
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Kicks Off Women's History Month Slate on March 8, International Women's Day

The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith has announced a slate of events honoring and celebrating Women’s History Month, kicking off on the 2021 International Day of Women, March 8, with celebrations, discussions, and presentations at the ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´...

March 05, 2021
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Lt. Gov. Griffin to Host Town Hall March 3

The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ – Fort Smith will host a virtual town hall with ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ Lieutenant Governor Tim Griffin at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 3. Griffin will discuss his role as lieutenant governor as it pertains to the state government, the...

March 02, 2021

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