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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Schedule of Events
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ celebrates a month of heritage and culture with a full slate of events scheduled for Hispanic Heritage Month.
September 05, 2023
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Gallery of Art and Design Announces New Donation, Exhibit
A former University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ art professor will have his art on display for a semester-long exhibit at the »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Gallery of Art and Design. Works by Harold Keller, including from his time at »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ, will be displayed thanks to a generous...
September 04, 2023
La »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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 »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ
September 01, 2023
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ to Host Sà Se Puede Admissions Event
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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
Annual 5K: A 'Scary' Good Time
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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 »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ campus.
September 01, 2023
Cub Camp Kick Off
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Welcome Week 2023
Experience a vibrant start to the semester at the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s Welcome Week 2023! Connect, engage, and thrive with exciting campus events. Check out the full Welcome Week schedule of events.
August 15, 2023
Get 'Move-In' Ready
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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 »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Resident...
August 10, 2023
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Alumni Prepare for Inaugural Game
University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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
July 28 Mane Event to Feature Spanish Track for Familes
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 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
Students Prepare for Fall Classes at Mane Event
Nearly 300 students attended the second of three Mane Events at the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ as they prepare for fall classes.
July 21, 2023
Stuckey's CEO to Speak to Family Enterprise Center
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Family Enterprise Center will host renowned speaker Stephanie Stuckey, CEO of Stuckey’s, for its quarterly breakfast slated for 7:30 a.m., Thursday, June 29, at the Center for Economic Development at the...
June 22, 2023
Mane Event Q&A
Close to 300 incoming students filled the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ campus on Friday, June 16, 2023 for a new student orientation called Mane Event. The students will begin their journey as Lions in the fall of 2023 taking paths as student-athletes,...
June 16, 2023
Gettin' Shrimpy With It
It’s okay to be ‘shellfish’ at the annual all-you-can-eat Roarin' on the River Shrimp Boil. Recent graduates and all Lions are invited to chow down on heaping portions of boiled shrimp, andouille sausage, corn-on-the-cob, potatoes, and KJ’s...
June 01, 2023
Summertime Music: »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Department of Music and Theatre Host Summer Camps
During the early weeks of summer at the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ, chattering squirrels, the puttering of golf carts, and the sounds of prospective students on campus tours fill the air. But beginning Monday, June 12, notes will sound...
June 01, 2023
Two »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Students to Compete for Miss »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Crown
Getting dolled up and competing in front of an audience is nothing new for two University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ students. Junior Jayson Toney, a media communications major, and senior Callie Scherrey, a nursing major, will call Little Rock home...
May 24, 2023
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Spring Graduation Ends with College of Business and Industry
May 13, 2023
College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences Celebrates Graduates
The 108th Commencement at the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ began Saturday, May 13, 2023, with the graduation of more than 250 students from the College of Health, Education, and Human Sciences (CHEHS).
May 13, 2023
Largest College at »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Honors Graduates
The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s 108th commencement continued Saturday, May 13, 2023, with the College of Arts and Sciences graduating class. The more than 400 graduates of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµâ€™s largest college joined the more than 50,000 »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ alums...
May 13, 2023
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Wins at Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ 'Signing Day'
Students from Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ and the River Valley were celebrated on Friday, May 5, 2023, for their pursuit of furthering their education and commitment to serving the local community through the workforce.
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