UAFS New Student & Family Programs

UAFS New Student & Family Programs

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The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith recognizes that family plays an important role in a student's college experience.

The Office of New Student and Family Programs provides supportive services and resources to new students and their families.

Photos from UAFS New Student & Family Programs's post 05/13/2026

Meet your Summer Orientation Leaders 🦁✨

We are officially LESS THAN ONE WEEK away from our first Mane Event of the summer!! 🎉

If you haven’t signed up for our upcoming Summer Mane Events yet… this is your SIGN 👀

Come meet new friends, make memories, and show your Lion pride! 💙

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from New Students and Family Programs!

03/20/2026

These lions are on spring break mode! 🦁🌴

Spring Break is March 23–27—we’ll see you back soon! 😎

02/11/2026

It’s not too late 👀

Apply to be a Mane Event leader before Feb 13 @ 11:59 PM‼️
Don’t miss your shot. 📣

02/02/2026

ORIENTATION LEADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! 🚨
Ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference? 💙
Apply now — link in bio! 🔗
🗓️ Applications close Friday, Feb 13th

12/25/2025

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, Lions! 🦁🎄

We'll see you all back next year! 🌟

Photos from UAFS New Student & Family Programs's post 10/06/2025

Family Weekend 2025 concluded with a wonderful Fall Fest and Chili Cook-Off! 🍁🌶️

Thank you to all the families who joined us to celebrate our students, families, and UAFS. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next year! 🦁

Photos from UAFS New Student & Family Programs's post 10/06/2025

Numa’s Pumpkin Dash 5K was a smashing success thanks to YOU! 🎃🍁

We loved seeing the community come together to run, laugh, and celebrate our Family Weekend! 🦁

Photos from UAFS New Student & Family Programs's post 10/04/2025

Family Weekend Day 1 Recap: Pumpkin Painting! 🎃🎨

Thank you to all the students, families, and faculty who joined us for a festive and creative kickoff to Family Weekend! From spooky designs to UAFS and lion pride, your pumpkins were works of art! 🌟

Don’t miss the final day of Family Weekend—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🦁

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09/08/2025

Family Weekend is almost here!

Bring your student and join us October 3–4 for a weekend full of fun, memories, and Lion pride! From painting pumpkins to the Pumpkin Dash 5K to the Family Fall Fest & Chili Cook-Off, plus cheering on our Lions volleyball team, there’s something for everyone.

Free game admission for registered families
Discounts at the UAFS Bookstore
Lion Family swag bag

Don’t wait—register your family today and be part of the excitement!
https://uafs.edu/student-life/student-family-programs/family-weekend.php

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Location

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Website

https://uafs.edu/student-life/student-family-programs/mane-event/index.php

Address


5210 Grand Avenue
Fort Smith, AR
72904

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm