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Chancellor

Welcome to Fall 2023

If you’re looking around and feeling like there is more energy on campus, you’re right.

August 24, 2023
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Hands-On Learning: A Pathway to Early Childhood Education Careers

High school students attend Early Childhood Summer CDA Academy at the 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith to begin the pathway to earning a credential for a career in Early Childhood Education.

August 21, 2023
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91ÀÏ˾»ú Mailbag: Welcome

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith Mailbag is a new editorial for the curiosity of all things 91ÀÏ˾»ú and encourages students, faculty, and staff alike to ask questions about campus they want answered.

August 18, 2023
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91ÀÏ˾»ú System Back Online

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith system is back online after an outage impacted campus on the morning of Thursday, August 17, 2023.

August 17, 2023
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Cub Camp Kick Off

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith 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
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91ÀÏ˾»ú Legacy Awards

Twenty students received financial aid through the 91ÀÏ˾»ú Legacy Scholarship in the 2023-2024 academic year. This is the highest number of scholarships awarded in a single year.

August 16, 2023
91ÀÏ˾»ú students gather to play Spikeball during Welcome Week 2022 on the Campus Green
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91ÀÏ˾»ú Welcome Week 2023

Experience a vibrant start to the semester at the 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith’s Welcome Week 2023! Connect, engage, and thrive with exciting campus events. Check out the full Welcome Week schedule of events.

August 15, 2023
A mom gets ready to take her son into the Mamava Lactation Pod at the 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith's Little Lions Child Development Center.
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Little Lions Make Big Investment in Families

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith'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
Dr. Patti Conard, a 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith, associate professor and endowed professor for the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences
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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 91ÀÏ˾»ú – Fort Smith. With deep roots in the institution as an alumna,...

August 10, 2023
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Get 'Move-In' Ready

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú – 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 91ÀÏ˾»ú Resident...

August 10, 2023
Anna Demmer (10) leaps to return a shot by an opponent
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91ÀÏ˾»ú 91ÀÏ˾»ú Prepare for Inaugural Game

91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith 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
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The Dog Days of...Cicadas?

Discover the fascinating world of campus wildlife at the 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith. Learn about the mesmerizing songs of the cicadas, and the science behind their loud buzz during the scorching summer days.

August 04, 2023
91ÀÏ˾»ú Lion's Bookstore fall 2023 merchandise display
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Tax-Free Savings

Arkansas Tax-Free Weekend means savings for 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and families. Take advantage of the savings at the 91ÀÏ˾»ú Lion's Bookstore Saturday, Aug. 5 and Sunday, Aug. 6.

August 02, 2023
The 91ÀÏ˾»ú bakery district
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91ÀÏ˾»ú Launches Community Investment Fund

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú – Fort Smith Center for Economic Development and the 91ÀÏ˾»ú Foundation have announced plans for a revolutionary Community Investment Fund (CIF) of nearly $200,000 aimed at providing seed funds to locally-owned startups...

July 31, 2023
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Chancellor

Enrollment, Planning on Chancellor's Mind

Happy Wednesday. I am writing to provide you with a very brief campus update.

July 27, 2023
Dr. Stephen Husarik discussing Beethoven's 32 Variations in C minor, WoO 80, at the annual conference of the Humanities Education and Research Association, Chicago, Spring, 2019.
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Buried in History: The Musical Discovery of Dr. Stephen Husarik

In an office that could easily be confused for a library by the number of books on shelves, it was a computer that 91ÀÏ˾»ú – Fort Smith professor Dr. Stephen Husarik pored over seven days a week, 365 days, for nearly two straight...

July 26, 2023
91ÀÏ˾»ú Director of Human Relations, Mandy Keyes
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Staff Voices: Mandy Keyes

Hailing from the central Sebastian County town of Hackett, Mandy Keyes, 91ÀÏ˾»ú – Fort Smith director of human resources, admits that attending college after high school was something other than what she planned on pursuing. She...

July 21, 2023
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July 28 Mane Event to Feature Spanish Track for Familes

The 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith 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
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Students Prepare for Fall Classes at Mane Event

Nearly 300 students attended the second of three Mane Events at the 91ÀÏ˾»ú - Fort Smith as they prepare for fall classes.

July 21, 2023
91ÀÏ˾»ú alumn, Bryce Neal, celebrates a big moment with the University of Louisville softball program. He is a former assistant coach for the Cardinals.
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From Lions to Tigers: Coach Bryce Neal

On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, the LSU softball program introduced Bryce Neal as the newest assistant coach to join the Tigers’ staff in Baton Rouge. His hiring comes on the heels of a meteoric rise in the softball coaching world and is backed by...

July 12, 2023

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