Programs and Services

Athletics

uafslions.com
479-788-7590

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith has a rich athletic tradition. UAFS sponsors 10 varsity sports - baseball, basketball (men and women), cross-country (men and women), golf (men and women), tennis (men and women), and volleyball. UAFS also has co-ed dance and cheer, three-time NCA national champions. UAFS competed in the NJCAA for many years before moving to the NCAA Division II in 2009 and is a proud member of the prestigious Lone Star Conference.

As a member of the NJCAA, UAFS won national championships in men’s basketball (1981 and 2006) and women’s basketball (1995) and a runners-up finish in volleyball (2008) and women’s basketball (1994). Since moving to the NCAA Division II, UAFS has continued to succeed in competition. Volleyball won Heartland Conference Championships in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. They competed in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2018, the Elite Eight in 2014 and 2015, and the Final Four in 2015. Men’s basketball won the Heartland Conference in 2013, 2014, 2017, and 2018 and participated in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional in 2013, 2014, 2017, and 2018.

Additionally, women’s basketball won the Heartland Conference in 2015 and participated in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional in 2015 and 2018. Men’s golf won the Heartland Conference in 2012 and played in the NCAA Division II Super Regional in 2012, 2018, and 2019. Baseball participated in the NCAA Division II South Central Region in 2017 and advanced to the regional finals.

Academic achievement of student-athletes has been a focal point at UAFS. Student-athletes in the 2017-18 and 2018-19 academic years earned a cumulative grade point average of above a 3.0 with up to 71 percent of the student-athletes being named to the Conference Honor Roll. Community engagement is a pillar of NCAA Division II as well as UAFS. We are proud to say that we have hosted the Original Toy Toss basketball game for several years. Now many other institutions nationwide have followed our lead. This game occurs annually in December, and fans bring a soft toy to toss on the court after UAFS scores their first basket. In 2018 UAFS collected 6,850 toys to give to the Arkansas River Valley kids with the cooperation of local churches, Boy Scouts, and the Salvation Army. UAFS also participates in many other community engagement activities such as River Valley Ovarian Cancer Alliance Turn the Town Teal, raising money and awareness for Make-A-Wish, mentoring and engaging in the Fort Smith Public Schools, participating in the First Tee of Fort Smith, ushering at community events, and hosting many baseball, volleyball, and basketball clinics for the River Valley youth. UAFS student-athletes have also prepared and placed wreaths on the headstones at the Fort Smith National Cemetery during the holiday season.

University students, faculty, staff, and fans take great pride in their support of UAFS athletics. University students are admitted free to athletic events by presenting a current UAFS Lions Student ID Card.

UAFS Lions Bookstore

Bookstore Website
479-788-7322

Boreham Library

Things you can borrow:

• Books, movies
• Video and board games
• Phone chargers
• Calculators
• Markers
• Selected textbooks

Things you can do:

• Print
• Use a computer
• Study
• Book a study room
• Get help from a librarian
• Use a research guide
• Use the 24-hour zone

library.uafs.edu
479-788-7200

University Email

University email is accessed through My.UAFS is the official means of communication between UAFS officials, including all faculty, staff, and students. All students are expected to check their UAFS email account frequently to stay current with UAFS communications. Student email accounts remain active for a full academic year following graduation or departure from campus. 

Counseling Center

UAFS students who are currently enrolled in credit courses, including UAF Engineering and ROTC programs, can receive up to eight counseling sessions each year at no additional charge. Concurrent students, including those in WATC as well as UAFS faculty and staff, are not eligible for counseling through the UAFS Student Counseling Center.

If you are in an after-hours emergency please call the 24-hour hotline at 800-542-1031. We also offer an after-hours non-crisis Warmline, which is answered locally, at 479-452-6655.

Counseling Center Hours

• Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• The Counseling Center will close for an hour each day for lunch.
• The last client will be seen at 4:00 p.m. each day

Counseling Center Website
479-788-7522

Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Office at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is here to assist you with applying for and maintaining financial assistance to help cover the costs of your education. We work with federal, state, institutional, and outside aid resources. 

Our offices are located on the second floor of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.

UAFS Financial Aid Website
479-788-7090

Campus Recreation and Wellness

Campus Recreation and Wellness is here to enhance the quality of life of our students, faculty, and staff by providing opportunities for participation in various recreation programs, services, and facilities. 

Our department includes the Recreation and Wellness Center (better known as the RAWC), intramural sports, fitness programs, club sports, climbing and bouldering walls, and the outdoor programs.

UAFS students have access to our facilities and programs including:

• A 35-foot climbing wall
• A 15-foot bouldering wall
• Matrix strength and cardiovascular equipment
• Two full-sized basketball courts
• Two studio rooms for group fitness and personal fitness use
• A walking/jogging track
• Group fitness classes
• And much more!

Recreation And Wellness Center (RAWC)

Recreation and Wellness Center Website
479-788-7600

Intramural Sports

Intramural Sports Website

479-788-7222

Sport Clubs

Sport clubs are registered student organizations formed by students for the purpose of competing in particular sports. All sports clubs are initiated, led, and managed by students. Sport clubs may also provide opportunities for competition against teams from other universities.

Food Court/Dining Services

Enjoy a crowd-pleasing selection of many of your favorite foods along with some of our own tasty specialties. In addition to the Lion’s Den Dining Hall, the Campus Center Food Court has all your favorites, including Slim Chickens, Cabo, Starbucks, and other to-go items.

UAFS Dining Website

479-788-7311

Gordon Kelley Academic Success Center

The mission of the Academic Success Center is to enhance academic development as students pursue degrees and move toward graduation and beyond.

The Academic Success Center Offers:

• Academic Coaching
• Tutoring 
• Test Proctoring

Gordon Kelley Academic Success Center Website
479-788-7675

Student Accounts Office/Cashier’s Office

The mission of the Cashier’s Office is to deliver excellent customer service and respond professionally, accurately, and effectively to all requests. Our goal is to assist and enable students in meeting their financial obligations by providing accurate and timely billing information and payment processing.

Cashier’s Office

479-788-7856

Tuition and Fees

See the university’s website for a comprehensive list of Tuition and Fee Details.

TRIO Student Support Services

TRIO Student Support Services coaches/mentors UAFS students who are first-generation, low-income, and/or have a disability toward the successful completion of baccalaureate degrees by providing opportunities for academic, personal, and professional development as well as financial support.

TRIO Student Support Services Website
479-788-7355

SSS TRIO STEM

The SSS TRIO STEM program is designed to assist eligible students in receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. Eligible students include first-generation college students, students with limited family income, and students with disabilities. 

The SSS TRIO STEM program provides an array of supportive services, including:

• Free tutoring and test prep for program required exams (Praxis, PSB, NCLEX, GRE)
• Supplemental academic advising 
• One-on-one coaching in the areas of financial aid, career development, graduate and professional school admission
• Academic and professional development workshops and activities
• Campus and community cultural enrichment activities
• Peer mentoring
• Job site and Graduate School visits
• Access to designated computer lab and online/technology resources

Student Success and Retention (SSR) Division

The Division of Student Success and Retention is a collaborative unit focused on improving student experiences and outcomes at UAFS. The division includes the Academic Success Center (ASC), ROAR First-Year Advising Center, Career Services, Student Disability Services, the Writing Center, and TRIO programs (Upward Bound Classic and Math-Science; Student Support Services Classic and STEM). The division also helps lead numerous initiatives and programs at UAFS, including student information system support, faculty support, and research on best practices in student success. The division strives to be a valuable resource and positive voice throughout the UAFS community. The Assistant Provost for Student Success and Retention’s office can be found in the Business and Industry Institute (BII), Room 103B. 

Military & Veteran Student Services

Military & Veteran Student Services Website

At the University of Arkansas Fort Smith, we are proud of military and veteran students and we encourage them to take advantage of the many educational opportunities and resources that are available to them. We are so thankful that you’ve chosen to attend UAFS. Please know that we are here to help and want to see you succeed.

If you have questions about VA benefits or other programs through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, please contact our Financial Aid Advisor and VA School Certifying Official, Ms. Heather Chance.

VA School Certifying Official: Ms. Heather Chance
E-mail: heather.chance@uafs.edu
Phone: 479-788-7091

Veteran Student Programs

• MANE Event New Student Orientation - The Financial Aid & Veterans Benefits staff, including the School Certifying Official, will be available to connect incoming students with one another, provide information on eligible Veterans benefits and our campus resources for veteran students. 
• The Veteran’s Resource Center was established to give our students a place to study, connect with one another, and relax. The Veteran’s Resource Center is located on the first floor of the Campus Center, room 120.
• Student Veteran Organization (SVO) is an organization intended to support veteran students and their dependents.

Student Veterans Grievance

Student Veterans or a family member who receives tuition assistance or participates in the Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) Scholarship are encouraged to submit feedback. A veteran student may submit a complaint if the university fails to follow the Principles of Excellence. The types of complaints the Department of Defense will review include the following:

• Recruiting and marketing practices
• Quality of education
• Accreditation
• Grade Policy
• Financial Issues
• Release of transcripts
• Student loans
• Transfer of credits
• Post-graduation job opportunities
• Refund or collection issues
• Change in degree plan and requirements

To file a post-secondary educational complaint with the Department of Defense, follow this link: https://pecs.militaryonesource.mil/pecs/dodpecs.aspx.

After submitting a complaint:

1. Complaint Submitted
2. The DoD and the military service review the school complaints.
3. DoD, military service, and the school respond to the complaint
4. Student receives complaint response
5. DoD will follow up on the complaint

Students using the Montgomery or Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® can lodge complaints through the Veterans Affairs Department at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/feedback.asp.

Refund of Undergraduate Tuition

When a student officially withdraws from credit course(s), tuition may be refunded according to the following schedule:

Refunds for short-term courses or courses starting at times other than the beginning of the semester will be calculated on a prorated basis of a regular semester course. Fees for noncredit courses are not refundable after the first class meeting.

Students receiving Title IV (Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG Grant, William D. Ford Direct Stafford Loans) who completely withdraw from classes will be subject to the “Return of Title IV” refund calculation, as outlined by federal regulations.

During the first 60 percent of an academic term, a student “earns” Title IV funds in direct proportion to the length of time they remain enrolled. If a student withdraws before the 60 percent point, any unearned aid must be repaid to the respective Title IV program. Once the federal student aid funds are returned, the student will be responsible for any unpaid charges on the account.

The Office of Financial Aid calculates the amount of financial assistance the student earned while enrolled according to the following formula: number of days enrolled divided by the total number of days in the semester. If the amount of federal aid disbursed exceeds the amount of aid earned as of the date of withdrawal, the student will be required to return some portion of the aid received.

To set up your refund preferences, visit the Direct Deposit page on our website. 

If you have questions about your student account, please contact the Cashier’s Office at 479-788-7060 or by email at cashier@uafs.edu. 

Housing and Residential Life

Consider living on campus to take your college experience to the next level. All units are furnished and offer free on-site laundry facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, and state-of-the-art security.

Housing and Residential Life Website
479-788-7340

Sebastian Commons Apartments

Sebastian Commons offers a unique student housing experience for upper-level students and married students who wish to reside on campus. The exclusive apartment community for UAFS students features one-, two-, and four-bedroom floor plans. Amenities include all basic utilities, full kitchen, individual rooms, full-sized beds, volleyball and basketball courts on site.

The Lion’s Den Residence Hall

The Lion’s Den is home primarily to first-year students. The residence hall is a sustainable design and features several spaces enhanced for community building. Residents enjoy a variety of suite-style room options, including one-, two-, and three-bed floor plans with four or five people in each spacious suite. Amenities consist of fully furnished rooms, loftable extra-long twin beds, community lounges, safety and security features, residential programming, and all utilities and internet included. The on-site dining facility accommodates students with flexible meal plans in a setting that is both convenient and comfortable. The dining hall is an “all you care to eat” facility with several healthy options.

Lions ID Cards

The Registrar’s Office produces the Lions ID Card, the official identification card for the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. This card is used for identification as a university campus member, enrollment verification, meal plans access, printing, Lions Cash, Dining Dollars, event management, and much more. To learn more about Lions ID, visit the link provided below. 

Lions ID Card Website

Your Lions ID…now on your smartphone. Visit the link below for more information, setup instructions, and system requirements. 

Lions Mobile ID Website

Questions? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

Registrar@uafs.edu

479-788-7230

How to Get a Lions ID Card

Lions ID cards are issued by the Registrar’s Office in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Room 222.

A driver’s license, military ID card, or passport must be presented. There is no cost for the first Lions ID card. Replacement Lions ID cards will cost $20.

The card is valid for the entire period that the student attends the UAFS.

Lions Cash and Go Green Printing Program

Lions Cash is the safe, efficient, and practical way to pay for things you need on campus and off. It is different than meal plan dollars.

As a member of the UAFS community, you may use your Lions ID card to access your Lions Cash account. Lions Cash is a Dining Dollars account tied to your Lions ID card.

With prepaid deposits of money in this voluntary* account, you will enjoy the convenience of being able to make purchases at participating locations without having cash in your pocket. As a member of the UAFS community, adding money to your Lions Cash account is simple. Lions Cash gives you the freedom and flexibility of buying power at locations on and off campus. For a full list of merchants that accept Lions Cash, go to academics.uafs.edu/lions-card-cash/about-lions-cash. Visit the LionsCash website to make an online deposit to your Lions Cash account.

Money can be added to your account via cash, debit card, credit card, check, or money order by visiting the UAFS Cashier’s Office on the second floor of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center. Parents and family members can also add money to your Lions Cash account. All they need to know is your University ID number as it appears on your Lions ID card and your university e-mail address.

*Voluntary accounts are optional.

Mandatory Funds for Resident Students

Resident students must select and carry a residential meal plan. All meal plans include Dining Dollars, which may be used in the Food Court and Dining Hall. A limited portion of Dining Dollars may be used at select off-campus vendors or food merchants. Mandatory funds are non-refundable.

Printing Funds for Use in Designated UAFS Computer Labs

Printing at on-campus designated computer labs requires the use of funds from a Lions ID card. UAFS provides a credit to each student of $10 per semester for printing at on-campus designated computer labs. If at any time during the semester a student exceeds the amount provided by UAFS for printing, a deposit of voluntary funds must be made to the Lions ID card in order to print at on-campus designated computer labs.

Printing Fees:

$0.10 per black-and-white copy

$0.50 per color copy

Color printers are available in Baldor 110 and Boreham Library ONLY.

Printing Locations:

• Baldor Technology Center - 100, 200
• Breedlove Building - 208
• Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center - 200
• Flanders Building - 108
• Math-Science Building - 212, 236, 308
• Pendergraft Health Sciences Building - 302
• Boreham Library - 111, 118, 219
• Vines Building - 202
• Windgate - 110 and 306

Poor-quality prints should be reported to each location’s designated print station where instructions on how to proceed will be provided.

Lost and Found

479-788-7300

The University-wide Lost and Found is managed by the University Police Department, located in the 51st Annex. Items that are lost in the Campus Center will first be submitted to the Box Office for a period of time before being handed over to the University Police. Please note that the University does not take responsibility for any lost items.

Office of International Student Services and Programs

We integrate international education, global perspectives, and cross-cultural knowledge into the university’s academic programs and the community at large; connect the campus to the world, enabling UAFS students to graduate as globally competent citizens; and provide support and assistance to international students from application to arrival and beyond. Our team acts as the first point of contact for international students who need guidance.

There are many opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and community members to become involved in international education and activities at UAFS. For more information contact us at 479-788-7137 or e-mail international@uafs.edu

International Student Services and Programs Website
479-788-7137

Study Abroad

Exchange Programs

Through an established exchange program, you pay your normal tuition at UAFS and enroll directly in classes, share housing with local students, and become a regular member of the host university community.

You pay room (and board, if applicable) and fees directly to the host university. The International Programs Office of the host university will be available to support you. Exchanges are a less expensive study abroad alternative because you pay your normal tuition at UAFS, and tuition-based scholarships are applicable. Because there are limited spots for each exchange, a GPA of 2.5 or higher is required for application to an exchange program. Selection is competitive.

Maymester

Maymester courses are condensed courses that take place each May at locations across the country and around the world. Courses last one to three weeks and have previously included ecological studies on the Mississippi Gulf Coast; regional literature surveys in Scotland; global awareness sessions in Bulgaria; and business overviews in China.

Course offerings vary each year, and each Maymester class is assessed a different fee.

Study Abroad Programs Website
479-788-7267

New Student and Family Programs

The Office of New Student and Family Programs is the campus resource for new students and their families as they join the vibrant learning community at UAFS. As part of the transition process, we strive to connect new students and families to the lifestyle, programs, and services designed for academic, personal, and ultimately professional success. 

New Student and Family Programs Website
479-788-7319

Office of the Dean of Students for Student Affairs

The Office of the Dean of Students for Student Affairs is committed to integrating the academic mission of the university with co-curricular experiences, with a focus on the development of community, leadership, and character. The values of openness to new ideas and dialogue, intellectual rigor, social responsibility, and mutual respect guide us as we strive to help others achieve their goals and aspirations. We devote ourselves to providing effective and efficient program and service delivery to students, faculty, staff, families, and guests.

We seek specifically to:

• Facilitate student academic, personal, civic, and professional growth and development
• Prepare students for leadership in a global, culturally diverse, and changing society
• Cultivate a campus community characterized by meaningful challenges and supportive services and programs through:
  • Leadership Development
  • Student Activities and Organizations
  • Student Affairs Support for First Year Programs
  • Student Concerns
  • Conduct Process

Students wanting more information or assistance should call 479-788-7310 or visit the Campus Events and Community Engagement (CACE) Office in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Room 111.

The Office of the Dean of Students for Student Affairs is also responsible for the publication and distribution of the Student Code of Conduct. The dean of students for student affairs administers the process that responds to allegations of violations of those rules and regulations by students or student organizations and assists and advises anyone in the university community who seeks to file a complaint of an alleged violation of the code. The conduct process includes different hearing formats depending on the severity of a violation and/or a student’s prior conduct record, and can include a one-on-one meeting with a professional staff member or a formal hearing that may be administrative or with a student conduct board. The Office of the Dean of Students works closely with a variety of campus offices, including University Police, Housing and Residential Life, Student Health, the Counseling Center, and many other departments and academic areas to proactively educate students about student responsibility and university expectations.

The Student Code of Conduct may be found on the UAFS website. If you have questions regarding the Student Code of Conduct or the student conduct process, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students in Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Room 201C, or call 479-788-7310.

Powell Student Health Clinic

The Powell Student Health Clinic is a free resource for eligible students to use for many health and wellness related issues.

Services We Provide

• Sick visits
• Prescription refills
• Tuberculosis testing
• Simple wound care
• Flu shots
• Labs as indicated 
• Annual wellness physicals
• Chronic issue management
• Health screening for admission into health science programs
• Diabetes testing
• Depression screening

Clinic Hours

Monday - 8:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday - 8:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday - 8:00 - noon

Thursday - 8:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Friday - 8:00 - noon. 

Closed for lunch from noon to 1:00 p.m. 

Powell Student Health Clinic Website
studenthealth@uafs.edu
479-448-7574

Registrar’s Office

Registrar’s Office Website

registrar@uafs.edu 
479-788-7230

Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center

Groups and recognized organizations on campus may schedule activities in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center if those activities do not interfere with general student use. All scheduling must be made through the campus booking coordinator at scheduling@uafs.edu or 479-788-7315.

Students are asked to treat the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center with care. Any action that may damage the building or the furnishings or interfere with the rights of others is prohibited.

Hours

Campus and Community Engagement

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Office of Campus and Community Engagement fosters student involvement through relationships and connections, leadership development, and diverse co-curricular programming through facilitated opportunities, preparing students to become responsible global citizens and informed leaders. 

• Box Office
• Campus Center Lost and Found
• Registered Student Organizations
• LionHeart
• Campus Activities Board

Campus and Community Engagement Website
479-788-7663

Bulletin Boards, Blue Zones, Roto Cubes, Digital Flyers, Banners, and Chalking

Bulletin boards are placed at various locations throughout the campus. Posters or flyers may be posted only on bulletin boards marked for student use. All materials for posting, including any commercial advertising, must be approved and stamped by the Campus and Community Engagement (CACE) Office in the Campus Center, Room 115.

Commercial advertising, once approved by the CACE Office, is limited to our community bulletin boards located in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center. 

Blue Zones are located in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center. Student groups may use blue painters’ tape to post their approved flyers/posters anywhere within their bounds.

RotoCubes are the large mobile rotating bulletin boards. They are located in the main hallway of the Campus Center outside the Reynolds Room and the breezeway.

Digital flyers can be electronically posted to the digital display monitors located in the Campus Center https://uafs.presence.io/form/campus-center-tv-marketing.  

Banners can be hung from the second-floor balcony of the Campus Center. These banners must be pre-approved by the CACE Office. The banners should be no larger than 8 feet by 8 feet and may only hang for two (2) weeks at a time.

Sidewalk chalk is available for Registered Student Organization (RSO) use from the CACE Office. Sidewalk chalk may be used for marketing on sidewalks that are not covered. Chalking is prohibited in covered areas and on brick surfaces.

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Fraternity and Sorority Life Website
479-788-7694

Registered Student Organizations

NUMALink

479-788-7788

Student Disability Services

Student Disability Services Website
479-788-7577

ROAR First-Year Advising Center

ROAR First-Year Advising Center Website
479-788-7400

College of Business and Industry

479-788-7800

College of Business and Industry Website

College of Arts and Sciences

479-788-7574 (for programs in communication, languages, and general studies)

479-788-7433 (for programs in arts and social sciences)

College of Arts and Sciences Website

College of Health, Education, and Human Services

479-788-7841 or 479-788-7283

College of Health, Education, and Human Services Website

Graduate Studies

Graduate students will be advised by their graduate faculty advisor within their program of study.

Babb Center for Career Services

The Babb Center for Career Services provides career education programs to students and alumni to develop workforce-ready graduates with professional skills. We connect students with employers to gain valuable experience in their field of study. 

Babb Center for Career Services Website
479-788-7017

Service Desk

Students with technical problems including connecting to or using Blackboard Learn should contact the Help Desk at the number below.

Website: Service Desk Website
Phone: 479-788-7460

Location: Gardner 102

Veterans

Military and Veterans Website
479-788-7091

Military service veterans and sons, daughters, and spouses of deceased or 100 percent veterans with disabilities should contact the veterans certifying official in the Financial Aid Office.

Eligible university students may qualify for GI Bill®, Veterans Readiness and Employment, War Orphans, and other types of VA assistance.

Students using veterans’ benefits should be aware of VA regulations governing academic standards. No payment of educational benefits will be made for auditing a course or for a course that is not used in computing graduation requirements.

All inquiries should be addressed to the veterans certifying official in the Financial Aid Office, Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, Room 214. Complete information about VA requirements and procedures will be provided upon request.

Each student receiving VA benefits posting less than a 2.00 term GPA will be placed on probation. Those students will be allowed to receive benefits but will be monitored closely by the VA certifying official. While on probation the student(s) whose GPA falls below a 2.00 for consecutive semesters will have their benefits suspended.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Dave Stevens Lion Pride Needs Pantry

479-788-7310 or 479-788-7596

Lion Pride Pantry Website