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Memorial Stair Climb Slated for Sept. 11
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith Army ROTC will host a memorial stair climb on Wednesday, September 11, at 6 a.m. to honor the lives of those lost and those who heroically assisted in the aftermath of the 9/11 terror attacks 23 years ago.
September 06, 2024
69传媒 Nursing Honor Society Induction Friday Sept. 6
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith鈥檚 Carolyn McKelvey Moore School of Nursing will hold its chartering and induction ceremony for the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) on Sept. 6, 2024.
September 04, 2024
Why I Give: The Story of 69传媒 Alum Jon Walker
Jonathon Walker, '17, had a lot of help when he attended the University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith. Now, he gives back to current and future students in hopes of fostering their growth in education and careers.
August 31, 2024
Campus Update, Aug. 30, 2024
It is so hard to believe that two weeks of the fall semester have flown by so quickly.
August 30, 2024
Completing Circuits and Dr. Kiyun Han
University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith associate professor of electronics technology and electrical engineering technology Dr. Kiyun Han has a passion for everything technology-related, which is rooted in his life and career.
August 29, 2024
69传媒 Establishes Center for Teaching and Learning
69传媒 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鈥檚 establishment marks a significant...
August 21, 2024
12 New Faculty Members Join 69传媒 this Fall
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith welcomed a dozen new faculty members to campus to begin the academic year with disciplines in each of the three colleges at 69传媒.
August 20, 2024
Cub Camp, Best Camp
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith 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 Welcome Back
Happy Friday before classes begin. This has been a very exciting week at 69传媒, and I can speak for all of our staff and administrators when I say how glad we are to have everyone back on campus.
August 16, 2024
69传媒 Grads, Baptist Health Nurses Named 100 Greatest
Six graduates from the University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith were recognized as part of the 16 nurses from Baptist Health for this year's Great 100 Nurses.
August 12, 2024
Cub Camp Welcomes First-Years with New Competitive Edge
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith 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, 2024Honors Students鈥� Trip Exceeded Their Expectation
Gabbie Stokes said the experience of seeing 鈥淧hantom of the Opera鈥� in London was so moving she 鈥渨as crying (sobbing) through the entire performance.鈥�
August 09, 2024
Willie Robertson to Keynote Inaugural 69传媒 Excellence in Family and Small Business Awards
Star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" set to keynote the University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith 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
Cashing in Education for Career Success
When Tracie Walden, '96, left the University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith, then Westark College, she never intended to return to banking. Little did she know that her education at 69传媒 would play a pivotal role in her career back in banking.
August 07, 2024
Essays Uplift in Annual Writing Center Contest
The experience is so satisfying that people who judge the Writing Center鈥檚 annual writing contest routinely ask Dr. Mary Lutze to invite them to judge again.
August 07, 2024
Ruud to Lead Boreham Library
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith announced the hiring of Jordan Ruud as the new director of library services at Boreham Library. Ruud officially assumed his new role on August 1.
August 02, 2024
Drive with Pride Initiative Supports Student Scholarships
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith (69传媒) has launched the "Drive with Pride" campaign, encouraging supporters to purchase official 69传媒 Lion Pride Plates. These specialized license plates, available through the State of 69传媒, offer a unique...
August 01, 2024
Mini Grants Awarded for 2024-2025 Year
The University of 69传媒 - Fort Smith awarded grants to four faculty members for special research projects for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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