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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Presents 'Cinderella' Dec. 5-6

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ — Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop will present the enchanting tale of "Cinderella" at the Breedlove Auditorium on Dec. 5-6 at 7 p.m. as part of the Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment.

December 02, 2024
students at the spanish poetry slam
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Spanish Poetry Slam

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ once again drew a packed house to its annual Spanish Poetry Slam, hosted by the World Languages Department on Nov. 7. Held in Windgate Auditorium, the event showcased the talents of beginning- and intermediate-level...

November 22, 2024
uafs representatives stand wiht arkansas governor sarah huckabee sanders after being awarded a $4m HIRED grant
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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Receives $4 Million Workforce Development Grant

On Thursday, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Secretary Hugh McDonald, Chief Workforce Officer Mike Rogers, and »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Workforce Connections Director Cody Waits awarded $48 million in training grants to support workforce development efforts aligned...

November 14, 2024
A line of students waited to check in outside of the »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Stubblefield Center for historic Den Day.
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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Den Day Attendance Grows, Record-Setting Turnout

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ hosted its Fall Den Day on Nov. 6, welcoming more than 600 students from across the region. Wednesday’s event was the largest Den Day turnout in »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ history.

November 06, 2024
The audience applauds for the winner of the Family Business of the Year Award, Littlefield Companies, at the inaugural Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards
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Winners Announced at Inaugural »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Center for Economic Development celebrated the accomplishments of more than a dozen small businesses and family-owned businesses from around Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ at the inaugural »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Excellence in Family and Small Business...

October 25, 2024
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ students, alumni, and fans throw soft toys onto the court at the Stubblefield Center for Toy Toss.
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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Toy Toss to Return Nov. 12

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ will kick off the holiday season with the return of the Toy Toss on November 12. Fans can attend the men's basketball game for free with the donation of a new or gently used soft toy that will be thrown onto...

October 17, 2024
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Salsa at the Bell Tower and a fashion show of traditional Hispanic dress
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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Students Win Scholarships at Conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month

Two University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ students won $1,000 in scholarships at Salsa at the Bell Tower, the finale of Hispanic Heritage Month.

October 16, 2024
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ students give away candy during trunk-or-treat at Haunted University.
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Haunted University Returns Oct. 26 at »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ

Haunted University, the annual holiday tradition, returns to the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ for 21st year.

October 07, 2024
Cristina Castorena, assistant director for financial aid client services
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Hispanic Heritage Month Feels Like Home for Cristina Castorena

Cristina Castorena, the assistant director for financial aid client services at the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ, loves Hispanic Heritage Month because it's when she can finally bring "a little piece of home into a part of (her) life that...

October 04, 2024
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ on the first day of class 2024.
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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Named One of US News' Best Colleges of 2025

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ – Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ has been named one of U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges according to rankings released this morning. »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ improved in multiple categories, securing its position as a leading institution in the...

September 24, 2024
A mural of rolling hills and a sunrise is seen in the background with professional clothes on clothing racks in the foreground at the Babb Center for Career Services' Career Clothing Closet at »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ.
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Grand Reopening of Career Clothing Closet at »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµâ€”Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Babb Center for Career Services will host a grand reopening of its Career Clothing Closet, which will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 24. The Center's goal is to provide free professional clothes...

September 20, 2024
The »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Bell Tower sits behind traditional Hispanic decorations at Salsa at the Bell Tower.
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'Mi Casa es su Casa': »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Events

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ's annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 through October 15, with multiple events for »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ students, faculty, staff, and the community.

September 13, 2024
»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ students share why they registered to vote on National Voter Registration Day.
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'We the People...': Constitution Week Returns to »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ celebrates Constitution Week from September 16 - September 20 with a full slate of education events and voter registration.

September 12, 2024
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»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Establishes Center for Teaching and Learning

»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ is set to introduce a Center for Teaching and Learning this fall, a strategic development aimed at advancing faculty expertise and student engagement through innovative educational strategies. The center’s establishment marks a significant...

August 21, 2024
Cub Camp Organge Camp staff at »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ
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Cub Camp, Best Camp

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ kicked off the semester with Cub Camp. The annual event welcomes first-year students to campus for a multi-day experience on campus full of games, icebreakers, information, and fun.

August 17, 2024
The 2024-2025 »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ RAs
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Meet the »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ RAs

Meet the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ RAs.

August 15, 2024
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Cub Camp Welcomes First-Years with New Competitive Edge

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ is set to welcome nearly 400 incoming freshmen to its annual Cub Camp, running from Wednesday, Aug. 14, to Saturday, Aug. 17. With more than 100 upper-class student volunteers on hand, the four-day orientation...

August 09, 2024
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Willie Robertson to Keynote Inaugural »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards

Star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" set to keynote the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Center for Economic Development's first Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards on October 24. The event will honor regional family-owned and small businesses...

August 08, 2024
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Drive with Pride Initiative Supports Student Scholarships

The University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ (»¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ) has launched the "Drive with Pride" campaign, encouraging supporters to purchase official »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ Lion Pride Plates. These specialized license plates, available through the State of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ, offer a unique...

August 01, 2024
New students tour the »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ campus during Mane Event
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New Students Join the Lion Pride with Mane Event

Mane Event - a new student orientation - returned to the University of »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ - Fort »¨¼¾ÊÓÆµ for the second of three orientation sessions this summer. Students and families could also participate in the Spanish Track, which offered information in...

July 19, 2024

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