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Business and IndustryCenter for Economic DevelopmentFeaturedNews

Barrett Named Director of ASBTDC at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith announced Ty Barrett as the new director of the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center Regional Office. With more than 30 years of experience in finance and community banking, Barrett brings...

March 04, 2025
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CommunityEvents

International Women's Day Celebration Slated for March 6

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith Cultural Network will celebrate International Women's Day on March 6. The holiday, which has been recognized for more than 100 years, will be celebrated globally on March 8.

March 04, 2025
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Chancellor

Campus Update, Feb. 28, 2025

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares a campus update from February 28. Topics included the HLC visit, questions about Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP athletics.

March 03, 2025
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More Students Picking Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP, Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP Team Continues to Break Records

Accepted Students Day at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith welcomed its largest turnout since the event began in 2022. More than 270 students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Tennessee came to Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP for their next step in the...

February 28, 2025
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Students

Study Abroad: Where Students Gain More Than International Education

Former Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith students share their study abroad experiences. Each learned about themselves and the culture they were fully immersed in.

February 27, 2025
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GivingStudents

A Little Help to Finish

At the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith, students' best interests are always top of mind, especially if it means a little financial help to get them to the finish line.

February 27, 2025
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Foundation

The Friends of the University Employee Emergency Assistance Program

At the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith, steps are being made to ensure that if an emergency arises, employees are supported.

February 27, 2025
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FeaturedHealth Education and Human Sciences

White Coat Ceremony Celebrates Students

The Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP – Fort Smith will hold its White Coat Ceremony on February 26 at 6 p.m. in the Reynolds Room of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, marking a significant milestone for...

February 24, 2025
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Accepted Day to Welcome New Students

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP – Fort Smith will host Accepted Student Day on Feb. 28, welcoming newly admitted students to campus for a full day of activities designed to introduce them to university life.

February 24, 2025
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Chancellor

Campus Update, Feb. 21, 2025

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares a campus-wide update.

February 21, 2025
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Featured

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP Campus to Re-Open Feb 20.

UPDATE: The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP campus will be open, and classes will be held as scheduled Thursday, February 20, following closures for winter weather February 18 and 19.

February 17, 2025
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Featured

Alfaro, Flute Crowned Homecoming King and Queen

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP – Fort Smith crowned Anthony Alfaro and Ashlynn Flute as the 2025 Homecoming King and Queen during the "Saved by the Bell Tower" Homecoming festivities on Saturday, February 15.

February 15, 2025
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AlumniArts and SciencesFeatured

2025 Alumni Awards Announced

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP – Fort Smith Alumni Advisory Council recognized exceptional Lions at the annual Alumni Brunch on Saturday as part of the 2025 Homecoming celebration. Seven members of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP community and one local organization received...

February 15, 2025
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Fall 2024 Chancellor's and Dean's List Announced

January 29, 2025
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Chancellor

Statement on OMB Memo on Federal Financial Aid

As you may be aware, today, President Donald Trump’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) ordered a hold on all financial federal assistance.

January 28, 2025
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Chancellor

Update: U.S. Judge issues temporary stay on federal aid freeze

Tonight, U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan issued a temporary stay, halting efforts by President Donald Trump’s Office of Management and Budget to freeze federal payments for federal grants and other programs.

January 28, 2025
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: Embry Thornton

Embry Thornton talks about Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP and what they have done to help him achieve his dream of being a teacher.

January 24, 2025
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Events

VSA to host Lunar New Year Celebration

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP - Fort Smith will host a Lunar New Year celebration on Friday, Jan. 24, honoring Vietnamese cultural traditions and fostering community connection.

January 20, 2025
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Lion Voices

Lion Voices: William Perrigo

Recent Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP graduate William Perrigo, mentions his time at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP and speaks on his fondest memories. He talks about why he chose Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP and what he plans to do with his newly attained degree.

January 17, 2025
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News

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµAPP Poised to Lead Following State of the State Address

Gov. Sarah Sanders announced plans to expand access to higher education in Arkansas during her State of the State address on Monday, Jan. 14, marking the start of the 2025 legislative session. Her proposals include funding college credits for high...

January 14, 2025

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