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![Sydney Barnes smiling for the camera.](/news/_images/2023-sydney-barnes-lv.jpg)
Lion Voices: Sydney Barnes
In this week's Lion Voices, Sydney Barnes. She talks about how she landed in Arkansas and became a Lion. She mentions her decision to stay at °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û, even when she lives a bit away.
November 17, 2023![°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û mascot NUMA, dressed as a mailcarrier](/news/_images/2023-mailman-numa.jpg)
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Mailbag: What We're Thankful For
The °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Mailbag is back with a special holiday edition! Hear from your fellow Lions as Dr. Riley, students, and staff share what they're thankful for this holiday season.
November 17, 2023![A student smiles at the camera during the career fair](/news/_images/uafs-careerfair-23.jpg)
Babb Family Endows $1M Premier Internship Program
Thanks to a generous gift from long-time °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û supporters Doug and Kathy Babb, more students at the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith will have access to paid internships as part of their university experience.
November 16, 2023![°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û students celebrate Culture Fest through dance and traditional clothing](/news/_images/2023-culture-fest.jpg)
International Education Week Concludes with Culture Fest
The °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith Office of International Relations celebrates International Education Week with Culture Fest '23. Join °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û students, faculty, staff, and the Fort Smith community in celebrating more than 21 countries through...
November 16, 2023![Dr. Nicha Otero, °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Associate Professor of Psychology](/news/_images/2023-dr-otero.jpg)
Home Away from Home: Dr. Nicha Otero
Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û associate professor of psychology Dr. Nicha Otero found a home in Arkansas and the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û community.
November 16, 2023![Sarah Murrah, left, with her husband and two daughters](/news/_images/2023-sarah-murrah.jpg)
Life and °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û: How Sarah Murrah Balanced the Twists and Turns to Success
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith Campus and Community Engagement Administrative Assistant Sarah Murrah describes the twists and turns of life on her journey to obtaining her degree and giving back to the university that made it happen.
November 13, 2023![Destiny Craine sitting down and smiling.](/news/_images/2023-lv-destiny-craine.jpeg)
Lion Voices: Destiny Craine
Destiny Craine talks about why she chose °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û and how it has helped her grow. She attributes much of her success to professors, and the groups she participates in.
November 10, 2023![Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset](/news/_images/1ChancellorMessage.jpg)
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Celebrates Involvement in State Initiatives
There are so many things to celebrate at the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û – Fort Smith, and I appreciate having this venue to share some of it with you.
November 10, 2023![°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û mascot, NUMA, dressed as a mail carrier](/news/_images/2023-mailman-numa.jpg)
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Mailbag: Study Tips
The latest edition of the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Mailbag uncovers students' favorite places to study on campus. Read about some studying tips and tricks from °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û students and staff as you prepare for finals week, which is one month away.
November 10, 2023![Dr. Marsh Lavenue, CEO of INTERA, guest lectures to °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û geology students on Oct. 27, 2023](/news/_images/2023-marsh-lavenue.jpg)
CEO of INTERA Visits °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Campus, Students
Explore the intersection of hydrogeology, environmental consulting, and geoscience education with Dr. Marsh Lavenue, INTERA's CEO. Gain insights into spatial statistics, the success of Pedro Gutierrez, a °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith geology...
November 09, 2023![Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset](/news/_images/1ChancellorMessage.jpg)
Fall Filled with Good Weather, Various Activities
This week has been one for near perfect afternoon weather.
November 03, 2023![°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Men's Basketball Toy Toss](/news/_images/2023-toy-toss.jpg)
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Revives Toy Toss, Slated for Nov 21
Toy Toss returns to °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Men's Basketball on Nov. 21. Bring a small toy or stuffed animal for free entry to the game and throw it onto the court following the Lions' first point. All toys will be donated.
November 03, 2023![Faith Cureton sits on some stairs and smiles.](/news/_images/2023-faith-cureton.jpg)
Lion Voices: Faith Cureton
During this interview, Faith Cureton has the chance to talk about why and how she came to choose °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û as her school. She talks about her future plans of teaching and how theater has been a major passion in her life.
November 03, 2023![Kendrix Holcomb looking off in the distance. He is dressed in a nice, tan colored suit.](/news/_images/2023-kendrix-holcomb-lv.jpg)
Lion Voices: Kendrix Holcomb
Kendrix talks about how °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û has become home to him. Kendrix mentions how °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û has helped in on his path to achieve his dreams. He also gives advice to incoming Lions about how to best spend their time.
November 01, 2023![](/news/_images/2023-swop.jpg)
Traveling Art Exhibition Makes Stop at °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û
Small Works on Paper, a traveling art exhibition, will be on display at the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith Windgate Art & Design Don Lee Student Gallery until Friday, Dec. 1. The exhibition features 40 works from 27 Arkansas artists.
November 01, 2023![Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment, Season's Greetings Concert](/news/_images/2023-sjsoe.jpg)
Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment
The Stacey Jones Season of Entertainment is in full swing. You can kick off your holiday season with the annual Season's Greeting Concert, or enjoy "9 to 5 the Musical," wind ensemble, jazz band, or "A Doll's House Part 2."
October 31, 2023![Aerial view of the Bell Tower at sunset](/news/_images/1ChancellorMessage.jpg)
Support, Resources Available in Face of Grief
As we move through the midpoint of our academic year, I find myself reflecting on our shared pursuit of education and the vast complexities and challenges that each of us faces in that journey.
October 30, 2023![Pumpkin carved with °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û logo, Numa the Lion](/news/_images/2023-spooky-mailbag.jpg)
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Mailbag: Is AI Alive?
The latest edition of the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Mailbag is here. Check out this scary story written by your very own °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Comms Team to get you in the mood for Halloween.
October 27, 2023![Lynette Thrower](/news/_images/2023-lynette.jpg)
Staff Voices: Lynette Thrower
Lynette Thrower has worked at the °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith since 2021, following her time as a student two years prior. However, it is the life she lived before getting to °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û that made her the perfect hire for the university.
October 27, 2023![Mayeli Rivas, °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û junior nursing student](/news/_images/mayeli-rivas.jpg)
First Gen Voices: Mayeli Rivas
°ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û - Fort Smith junior nursing student Mayeli Rivas sometimes feels like Mario jumping over barrels as a first-generation student at °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û, but the support and encouragement from her family and °ÂÃÅ¿ª²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û staff has helped her achieve...
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