UAFS Campus Named Groundwater Guardian Green Site
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith was recently named a 2020 Groundwater Guardian Green Site by the Groundwater Foundation for utilizing groundwater-friendly practices and practicing environmental stewardship. UAFS is currently the only location in Arkansas to hold this designation.
Academic Excellence Award Winners Announced
Top students from 42 academic programs at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith were given accolades for their work, earning Academic Excellence Awards from the university.
Boreham Library Releases Pride Month Book List
The Boreham Library at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released a Summer Reading List featuring faculty and staff book recommendations that celebrate and honor the LGBTQIA+ community during Pride Month. In line with the university's commitment to amplify diverse voices, each installment of the UAFS Summer Book Series will feature faculty picks that educate, inform and celebrate diversity. 
UAFS Earns $678,461 Grant to Complete Wilhauf Restoration
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith received a $678,461 grant from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council (ANCRC) to fund Phase V of the Drennen-Scott House project, specifically the restoration of the adjacent Wilhauf House.
Chancellor Riley on Social Media Complaint Reviews
Chancellor Riley explains the Social Media Review process, and the university's obligation to uphold the first amendment rights of its students and employees - even when that speech is in conflict our core values as a university
UAFS Faculty Release Black Author Booklist
The English, Rhetoric & Writing Department at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has released a Summer Reading List featuring faculty book recommendations inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, and the international quest for racial justice. In line with the university's commitment to amplify diverse voices, each installment of the UAFS Sumer Book Series will feature faculty picks that educate, inform and celebrate diversity. 
UAFS Grad Uses Degree to Propel NWA Business
Shakayla "Shae" Canaday, CEO and founder of Brushed Beauty Studio in Fayetteville, graduated from the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith this May with her Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership degree already well into her career as a leader. 
UAFS Spring 2020 Dean's List Announced
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has released the Dean's List for the spring 2020 semester, according to Dr. Georgia Hale, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs.
Chancellor Riley Releases Statement Following Killing of George Floyd in Minnesota.
Monday afernoon, following a weekend of peaceful protests in support of the Black Lives Matter movement around Fort Smith, chancellor Terisa Riley released a heartfelt message to students, faculty and staff regarding the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota, the injustices his death have exposed, and the university's committments to its Black community.
Karen Jeffers to return to UAFS as Financial Aid Director
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith announced today that long-time financial aid professional Karen Jeffers will oversee the Department of Financial Aid and Veterans Benefits at UAFS. Jeffers will lead a staff of nine financial aid professionals serving nearly 6,500 students. Each year the UAFS Department of Financial Aid administers more than $53 million in financial aid and scholarships to UAFS students while ensuring compliance with federal, state and institutional guidelines.

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