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![Student walks across the AV¶¶Òõ campus with her backpack and a smile](/news/_images/2023-student.jpg)
College Fair Coming to AV¶¶Òõ
The AV¶¶Òõ to host inaugural fall college fair from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 19. AV¶¶Òõ will host nearly two dozen colleges and universities from Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma for high school students and their...
September 18, 2023![AV¶¶Òõ Campus Green from above](/news/_images/2023-uafs-aerial.jpg)
AV¶¶Òõ Ranked as one of 2024's Best Colleges by US News
The AV¶¶Òõ was named to the U.S. News list of 2024 Best Colleges in multiple categories.
September 18, 2023![AV¶¶Òõ English Professor, Dr. Cammie Sublette](/news/_images/2023-dr-sublette.jpg)
Faculty Voices: Dr. Cammie Sublette
AV¶¶Òõ English professor Dr. Cammie Sublette shares how here passion for English has transformed her experience at AV¶¶Òõ as the Title III SIP Grant Director and professor.
September 18, 2023![The AV¶¶Òõ Bakery District](/news/_images/uafs-bakery.jpg)
AV¶¶Òõ Names Family Enterprise Center for Jim Walcott
The AV¶¶Òõ 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![AV¶¶Òõ web specialist, Scott Goines](/news/_images/2023-scott-goines.jpg)
Staff Voices: Scott Goines
Meet AV¶¶Òõ web specialist Scott Goines. He is a first-generation student, the oldest of four brothers, and the one behind the scenes helping ensure all things related to the AV¶¶Òõ website are optimized.
September 15, 2023![Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset](/news/_images/1ChancellorMessage.jpg)
Fall Semester Sees Enrollment Gain, Busy Days
It has been a fun and busy start to the fall 2023 semester, so I am writing to give you a few updates of interest.
September 15, 2023![Jasmine Rosa sitting on a bench smiling](/news/_images/jasmine-rosa-news.jpg)
Lion Voices: Jasmine Rosa
Lion Voices feature, Jasmine Rosa, a Junior Biology major. Jasmine talks about her future goals and how the AV¶¶Òõ has helped prepare her for her future.
September 15, 2023![Stock image of a calculator and pen on top of accounting and finance documents.](/news/_images/2023-meet-the-firms.jpg)
Secure Your Spot for Meet the Firms
Meet the Firms, an annual accounting and finance networking and recruiting event, returns to the AV¶¶Òõ. College of Business and Industry students studying accounting, finance, or information technologies are encouraged...
September 13, 2023![AV¶¶Òõ students share why they registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.](/news/_images/2023-voter-reg.jpg)
Constitution Week at AV¶¶Òõ, Highlighted by National Voter Registration Day
On Sept. 19 the AV¶¶Òõ 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![Numa dressed as a mail carrier](/news/_images/2023-mailman-numa.jpg)
AV¶¶Òõ Mailbag: #RunToTheRoar
The AV¶¶Òõ Mailbag returns featuring an edition covering AV¶¶Òõ Athletics. The fall athletic season highlights AV¶¶Òõ volleyball, cross-country, golf, and tennis. Get out and cheer for your Lions!
September 12, 2023![peter sits on cement stairs](/news/_images/lv-peter-23.jpg)
Lion Voices: Khuong "Peter" Ta
Lion Voices features Peter, who is an international student from Vietnam. Peter is a Senior, Biochemistry major who has a lot to say about the AV¶¶Òõ and how it has helped him.
September 08, 2023![AV¶¶Òõ cub camp students gather under the bell tower](/news/_images/cubcamp23.jpg)
AV¶¶Òõ Celebrates Enrollment Increases
The AV¶¶Òõ 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![American Flags planted throughout the AV¶¶Òõ Campus Green with the Bell Tower in the background](/news/_images/2023-american-flg.jpg)
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Planned by AV¶¶Òõ ROTC
The AV¶¶Òõ 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 AV¶¶Òõ Campus...
September 07, 2023![AV¶¶Òõ Alumni Advisory Council's seven newest members. (left to right, top and bottom: Maddie Stojanovic, Josh Funmaker, Laura Schmutz Beltran, Dr. Shelli Henehan, Sam Winterberg, Lindsey Steiger-Muck, Logan Parks)](/news/_images/2023-aac-group.jpg)
Seven Welcomed to AV¶¶Òõ Alumni Advisory Council
The AV¶¶Òõ Alumni Advisory Council recently welcomed seven new members. The 13 graduate council serves to connect all AV¶¶Òõ alums with the university and help foster growth in the community.
September 07, 2023![View of the AV¶¶Òõ Bell Tower from Hispanic Heritage Month Salsa at the Bell Tower](/news/_images/2023-hispanic-heritage-month.png)
AV¶¶Òõ Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events
The AV¶¶Òõ celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 05, 2023![Harold Keller,](/news/_images/2023-keller-exhibit.jpg)
AV¶¶Òõ Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit
A former AV¶¶Òõ art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the AV¶¶Òõ Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at AV¶¶Òõ, will be displayed thanks to a generous...
September 04, 2023![Personal de la Oficina de Admisiones de la AV¶¶Òõ](/news/_images/2023-admissions-team.jpg)
La AV¶¶Òõ 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 Arkansas - Fort Smith
September 01, 2023![AV¶¶Òõ Office of Admissions team](/news/_images/2023-admissions-team.jpg)
AV¶¶Òõ to Host Sà Se Puede Admissions Event
The AV¶¶Òõ 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![Haunted Hustle 5K](/news/_images/2023-haunted-husted-logo.jpg)
Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time
The AV¶¶Òõ 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 AV¶¶Òõ campus.
September 01, 2023![Student Disability Services' new space at the AV¶¶Òõ, Flanders 114](/news/_images/2023-sds-front.jpg)
Student Disability Services Moves Location
The AV¶¶Òõ enhances student support with new space for inclusive learning and testing.
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