Campus and Community
Questions? Contact Us.
Chris Kelly
- Asst. Vice Chancellor, Marketing
- Chris.KellyFREEuafs
- 479-788-7510
- Mon. - Fri.: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Advancement Center, Room 105-A
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has a strong, lasting bond with its hometown and the greater River Valley region, a relationship that began in 1928 when we welcomed our first students as a junior college within the newly built Fort Smith Senior High School.
While much has changed since those early days, Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ remains dedicated to our students, and our community’s unwavering support for its hometown university continues to thrive.
Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ offers a wide range of opportunities for local businesses and community members to engage with and support the university. From vibrant musical and artistic performances to exciting athletic events and special programs, there’s always something happening at Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½. Explore our list of programs and discover how you can get involved and make a difference today.
Community Engagement Programs
Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ Perk Stop Program
The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has partnered with local and regional businesses to develop the Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ Perk Stop Program, a university discount program. If you own a business and would like to participate sign up for free and let us help promote your business. *(Some restrictions apply.)
Lion Pride Plates
Show your Lion pride and support future Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ students by purchasing an official Arkansas Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ Lion Pride Plate. Lion Pride Plates are regular and personalized Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ license plates issued by the State of Arkansas. It’s a great way to display your Lion pride wherever you go and contribute to a worthy cause.
Paint the Town Blue
Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ annually joins with regional business to help celebrate the return of thousands of students through the "Paint the Town Blue" campaign. When you display these vibrant signs during Ë®¶à¶àµ¼º½ Move-In and Welcome Week you show our Lions how much they mean to our community and region.