Traditions Book, 2010-2011

THE T BOOK

2010-2011

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THE T BOOK

THE T BOOK

2010-2011

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4......................................................................................... What is the T-Book? What is the SAA? 5...............................................................................................................Letter from SAA Advisor 6............................................................................................................Letter from SAA President 7................................................................................................................Chapter 1: Lion History 8..................................................................................1930’s & 1950’s Freshman Initiation Week 9.......................................................................................................................................Timeline 10-11..................................................................................................... Fun Photos from the Past 12..................................................................................................................... Aerial Photo Shots 13...................................................................................................................Chapter 2: Lion Fun 14...............................................................................................................Student Organizations 15........................................................................................Fraternity & Sorority Life/Intramurals 16.............................................................................................................................Study Abroad 17.............................................................................................................Top 20 Campus Secrets 18..................................................................................................................................Lion Lingo 19................................................................................................................................. Cub Camp 20.....................................................................................................................................Housing 21................................................................................................................ Chapter 3: Lion Spirit

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23................................................................................................................................Alma Mater 24-25.............................................................................................................. Musical Ensembles 26........................................................................................................................Mascot Changes 27.................................................................................. Athletic Accomplishments/Spirit Squads 28.......................................................................................................................... Football Teams 29......................................................................................................... Chapter 4: Lion Traditions 30.......................................................................................................................Tradition Keepers 31-66............................................................................................................................. Traditions 67...................................................................................................................Chapter 5: Lion Info 68......................................................................................................................... Career Services 69....................................................................................................................Alumni Association 70...............................................................................................................SAA Membership Form 71.............................................................................................................. SAA Board of Directors 72......................................................................................................................Campus Contacts 73-82.............................................................................................................. Monthly Calendars 83.............................................................................................................................. Contributors 84-85........................................................................................................................Campus Map

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WHAT IS THE “T” BOOK? The T Book, short for Traditions Book, is a spirit and traditions guide for incoming freshmen at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. The information presented in this book will educate students about UA Fort Smith’s history and the importance of membership in the Alumni Association so that UA Fort Smith can continue to inspire and educate generations to come.

WHAT IS THE SAA? SAA stands for Student Alumni Association. The mission of the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Student Alumni Association is to increase awareness of the SAA and the UA Fort Smith Alumni Association while infusing the ideas of tradition, leadership, and volunteerism among students.

WHO CAN JOIN SAA? Any UA Fort Smith student!

HOW CAN I JOIN? Turn in the form in the back of this book, sign up at one of our events, or register online at uafortsmithalumni.com/saa.

WHY SHOULD I JOIN? The SAA is your direct link to campus traditions, and only SAA members receive BEAT t-shirts before athletic games. Oh yeah, AND you get a 10% discount in the Lions Bookstore. That alone will save you a TON of money in one school year.

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Dear Fellow Lion, Welcome to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. I am excited and proud to welcome you as a part of the Lion family. Our University has a rich history and promising future.

The Alumni Association serves over 45,000 alumni. We are unique because since 1928 the University has undergone a few name changes. Anybody who attended Fort Smith Junior College, Westark, or UA Fort Smith, automatically belongs to the Association if they completed 14 hours or more. One of the best things about the Alumni Association is that membership is FREE! We don’t charge dues; we just want our alumni to stay connected.

You are a future alumnus of UA Fort Smith, but you can get engaged in the Association even as a freshman. The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is a great way to meet new people, get plugged in on campus, connect with alumni, and receive some really cool benefits, such as discounts in the Barnes & Noble Lions Bookstore, free t-shirts, and much more.

The Student Alumni Association, with the help of the Alumni Office, is proud to bring you this Traditions Book. You are truly part of history as you are the first class to receive a copy. I hope you will read through the book, complete the traditions listed, make memories, and thoroughly enjoy your time at UA Fort Smith.

This book will guide you through life as a Lion. The SAA and the Alumni Association are here to both serve you and act as a home away from home. Keep the traditions alive, and Go Lions!

Best wishes,

Katie Schluterman ‘07

Student & Young Alumni Coordinator Student Alumni Association Advisor

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Dear Students: You are holding a piece of University of Arkansas – Fort Smith history in your hands, chronicling the rich traditions of our NUMA nation that began in 1928.

For many, this will be a new year in a new place. This book has been constructed as a student resource guide to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith campus, as well as an interactive handbook about the University’s traditions that will define your college experience.

As President of the Student Alumni Association, I hope you will turn to this book often throughout your time at the University to find helpful information and make connections to current students and alumni who have preceded you.

As you participate in the traditions detailed in the book, embed yourself into the University and take advantage of the many diverse, enriching opportunities that are available.

Savor as much of your college experience as you can. Take every single minute in and enjoy it.

The time spent in college is such an amazing time of growth and personal discovery. You will meet people who will change your life.

You are about to embark on an incredible time in your lives. Don’t waste a second. There are plenty of organizations and clubs in which to get involved. If you are interested in something, go for it. Try everything the University offers because you may find something that you really love. Go to lectures. Go to games. Listen to speakers, and work as hard as you can. It will pay off.

Spend each day with an appreciation for the world that is in front of you. Don’t waste your time just looking forward to only getting a degree, because you will regret it when you are gone.

“Remember today, for it is the beginning of always. Today marks the start of a brave new future filled with everything your dreams can hold. Think truly to the future and make those dreams come true.” – Anonymous Striving for excellence,

Sarah Davis ‘11

Student Alumni Association President

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CHAPTER 1

LION HISTORY

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1930S & 1950S FRESHMAN INITIATION WEEK In 1939, students began a new tradition known as Initiation Week. Freshmen wore beanies and “buttoned� sophomores upon request during the week-long initiation period. This rite of passage stopped shortly thereafter because of World War II. In the 1950s, after the college moved to its current location on Grand Avenue, the tradition of freshmen wearing beanies was started again.

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TIMELINE 1928 - Fort Smith Junior College opens for students on

September 13.

1929 - School colors and mascot are adopted. The first

yearbook, The Pioneer, is published.

1930 - The first class of 14 students graduates.

1931 - Enrollment reaches 108.

1932 - The yearbook’s name is changed to the Numa and

the Theta Phi Kappa honor society is founded.

1935 - Student activities include borrowing a truck for a

swimming outing at Lake Fort Smith.

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1936 - Lillian Wilkerson writes the alma mater for Fort Smith Junior College.

1940 - Eleanor Roosevelt visits Fort Smith High School and Fort Smith Junior College.

1950 - Fort Smith Junior College separates from the public school system.

1957 - Enrollment reaches 607.

1966 - The name of the college is changed from Fort Smith Junior College to

Westark Junior College.

1969 - The college obtains its first computer, an IBM model 460 with 64K of memory.

1972 - The name of the college is changed to Westark Community College.

1975 - Enrollment reaches 3,000.

1980 - The first electronic student registration takes place during the summer term.

1986 - Westark television begins broadcasting.

1997 - The Westark website goes online.

1998 - Westark Community College becomes Westark College.

2002 - January 1 is the first official day of the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith.

2003 - The Student Senate is formed and has its first elections.

2004 - The first Cub Camp is held at Dwight Mission in Oklahoma.

2009 - Lions Athletics begins competition in NCAA Division II. 2010 - The 15-foot bronze Lion, named Numa, is introduced on campus.

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LION FUN

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CHAPTER 2

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Academic American Society of Mechanical Engineers Amicus Curiae Biology Club Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO) College of Business Society of Students Collegiate Middle Level Association Future Educators Organization Math Club Phi Beta Lambda Radiography Student Association SkillsUSA Student Association for Historical Interpretation Student American Dental Hygienists Association Student Nurses Association Student Pre-Medical Association Surgical Technology Student Association Arts Applause Drama Club Kappa Kappa Psi Culture Gay Straight Alliance German Club Hmong Student Organization Lasting International Network Konnections (LINK) Students Together Effectively Progressing (STEP) Vietnamese Students Association Honor Society Alpha Lambda Delta Alpha Sigma Lambda Kappa Delta Pi Sigma Beta Delta Sigma Delta Pi Sigma Tau Delta

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Fraternity and Sorority Life Delta Gamma Delta Sigma Theta Gamma Eta Gamma Phi Beta Interfraternal Council Kappa Alpha Order Kappa Sigma Fraternity Panhellenic Council Sigma Nu Political College Democrats College Republicans Religious Baptist Collegiate Ministry Campus Crusade for Christ Catholic Campus Ministries Chi Alpha Christ on Campus Episcopal Cafe Latter Day Saints Student Association Lions for Christ Merge Ministry The Bridge Special Interest Computer Club Circle K International Lion Rifles Sebastian Commons Organization for Protecting the Environment (SCOPE) University Outreach Campus Activities Board Chancellor’s Leadership Council Cub Camp Non-Traditional Students Student Alumni Association Student Senate University Student Ambassadors

FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE The Fraternity and Sorority Life community is composed of seven fraternal organizations and encompasses almost six percent of the student population. The three fraternities on campus are Kappa Alpha Order, Kappa Sigma, and Sigma Nu. The sororities are Delta Gamma, Delta Sigma Theta, Gamma Eta, and Gamma Phi Beta.

Joining a fraternity or sorority comes with multiple benefits. Grade point averages are higher than the average student’s, and in fall 2009 alone the fraternal organizations accumulated almost 2,000 hours of community service.

The mission of Greek Life is to foster an environment in which development of leadership skills, involvement in community service, commitment to scholarship, and attention to friendship are encouraged. Students involved in fraternities and sororities have shown a higher graduation rate, better job placement rate, and make stronger alumni than any other students on a college campus.

Consider joining to help create the newest and fastest-growing tradition at UA Fort Smith.

For more information contact Alex Snowden, Coordinator of Greek Life and Intramurals, asnowden@uafortsmith.edu.

INTRAMURALS “Where Integrity Meets Intensity� is the motto of the intramural sports program at UA Fort Smith. Intramurals is a program in which students get to compete on a number of levels in over 15 sports ranging from flag football and dodgeball to air rifle and basketball.

Intramurals provides a way for students to compete in a healthy, safe, and all-around good sportsmanship environment. For more information contact Alex Snowden, Coordinator of Greek Life and Intramurals, asnowden@uafortsmith.edu.

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STUDY ABROAD UA Fort Smith students can participate in various study abroad programs that range from short programs, such as faculty-led Maymester courses, to a year-long study abroad experience at many of our foreign exchange partner institutions around the world.

Maymester faculty-led study abroad programs were developed in 2009 to increase student participation in studying abroad. Students can earn college credit hours for the Maymester courses and study abroad with our faculty members. Destinations have included Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, England, Mexico, Brazil, Denmark, Canada, China, Japan, Vietnam, South Korea, and more.

UA Fort Smith also has partnerships with numerous international institutions. Students can study at our partner institutions for a month, a semester, or a year and earn college credits.

Contact the Office of International Relations at international@uafortsmith.edu or 479-788-7166.

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TOP 20 CAMPUS SECRETS 1. Free food can be found almost every day of the week.

2. Central Christian Church, next to the Stubblefield Center, offers free coffee during their weekly ­coffeehouse sessions.

3. Hardee’s® on Grand Avenue is a great place to eat on a budget. Purchase a Thickburger with a Lions ID and get a free small drink and fries.

4. Load your Lions ID with cash for tax-free purchases from Sodexo. You can also use your card at area restaurants and businesses.

5. Collect free t-shirts from events for an entire UA Fort Smith wardrobe.

6. Save money on fountain drinks from Sodexo by purchasing a refill mug.

7. See movies on a budget by attending movie events for free or use your Lions ID at Carmike Cinema and pay only $5.75 for an adult ticket. Plus, on Friday nights you can purchase a drink from the concession stand and get a free popcorn!

8. When you’ve got nothing to do, play ping pong or video games in the game room, located in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center, or stop by the Welcome Center for Wii Wednesdays.

9. All students can use the UA Fort Smith Fitness Center for free with their Lions ID. 10. The Learning Assistance Center, located in Vines 202, offers free tutoring for all students.

11. UA Fort Smith offers free counseling and health screenings at the Powell Student Health Center and Counseling Center, located in the Pendergraft Health Sciences Building.

12. Think you can get away with running across the street anytime? If you don’t want a ticket, use a crosswalk!

13. Know what’s going on every day on campus. Sign up for text alerts from Student Activities and Athletics to be notified when an event happens, or befriend NUMA Mascot on Facebook for upcoming event information.

14. When you paint your face and cheer on the Lions in the Student Section during Pack the Gym events, you can enter to win great door prizes just for attending.

15. Campus Activities Board offers free dance lessons each month in the Fitness Center Studio Room.

16. Your Lions ID will not only give you access to the Boreham Library but also the Fort Smith Public Library.

17. The student copier on campus is located in the Boreham Library.

18. If you have a heavy load you can go to the Box Office and check out a locker. They are located in the Commuter Lounge in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.

19. Students can check out a laptop from the operator located on the second floor of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.

20. If you have your own laptop, set up your free wireless internet access with instructions provided in the Welcome Center.

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LION LINGO Block Party - Student organization fair hosted each Fall Blue Crew - Student section at UA Fort Smith games CAB - Campus Activities Board – Hosts most traditional campus events Classification Level - Class level assigned according to number of hours earned: 0-29 = Freshman; 30-59 = Sophomore; 60-89 = Junior; 90+ = Senior Discovery Test - Career interest inventory offered by Career Services free to UA Fort Smith students Electives - Courses taken outside a student’s major or minor field FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid – UA Fort Smith’s FAFSA code is 001110 The Green - Reynolds Campus Plaza and Bell Tower Intramurals - Various sports events designed for participation by any student or faculty member LAC - Gordon Kelley Learning Assistance Center LCOD - Lion Community Outreach Day Lionslink - UA Fort Smith’s intranet NSO - New Student Orientation Numa - The name of our Lion mascot Pell Grant - A form of financial aid based on need analysis and not requiring re-payment RA - Resident Assistant – students who assist our on-campus housing residents SOE - Season of Entertainment – concerts and national touring productions (all are free for students) SAO - Student Activities Office SAA - Student Alumni Association Syllabus - An outline distributed by instructors to students describing the course content, requirements, and grading policy Welcome Center - Provides programs, guidance, and assistance to all students; located in Campus Center 115 Work-Study - Provides employment for students who show financial need

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CUB CAMP IS...

A three-day, two-night experience for incoming first-time, full-time freshmen of UA Fort Smith that is led by current UA Fort Smith students. It is a way to make friends that will last a lifetime and a time to learn about UA Fort Smith.

At camp, campers will...

Get the scoop about college life from upperclassmen in Den Groups (DGs).

Play interactive games such as DG Olympics.

Dance the night away at the themed mixers.

Interact with UA Fort Smith Faculty and Staff.

Laugh hysterically at skits performed by upperclassmen.

Discover your lion pride and learn many of the UA Fort Smith traditions.

Did you miss out on the fun of Cub Camp as an incoming freshman?

Don’t worry, you can still apply to be a counselor for next year!

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HOUSING The Office of Housing and Residential Life is committed to creating a residential community that supports a vibrant learning and living experience at UA Fort Smith. The Residential Life staff works with students to build a community that engages learning both in and out of the classroom. Out of class programming efforts help ensure that students feel connected to the UA Fort Smith Community. Residents will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of programs on social, cultural, intellectual, and health and wellness topics. The University offers apartment living for upper-division students, and in the Fall of 2010 we opened a new suite-style residential complex. All rooms are equipped with extended basic cable as well as internet service. Laundry services are located on site in both facilities. Both facilities are furnished, with the exceptions of linens, bed cover and spread, pillows, and study lamps.

WHAT TO BRING: Towels

Alarm clock

Pillows

Desk lamp

Blankets

First-aid kit

Twin-size sheets (36x80 extra long) (for Lion’s Den)

Cleaning supplies

Queen-size sheets (for Sebastian Commons Apartments)

Necessary medications

Shower curtain/liner/rings (for Sebastian Commons Apartments)

UL approved surge protectors

Comforter Laundry bag

Computer Toothbrush/toiletries Wastebasket Laundry detergent

WHAT NOT TO BRING: Guns

Pets other than fish and service animals

Fireworks

Open coil appliances

Candles or incense

Alcohol/alcohol containers

Waterbeds

Dartboards

Halogen lamps

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CHAPTER 3

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ALMA MATE

ALMA MATER All praises sing to the school we hold dear, A part of our hearts will forever be here.

Your banner of wisdom our future will guide, The friends that we cherish at our side.

Let our song ring out for the White and Blue To UA Fort Smith we will ever be true.

Lyrics by Lillian Wilkerson Composed by William Murphy

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LIONS ATHLETIC BAND The Lions Athletic Band is a select group of 40-50 musicians who perform at all Men’s and Women’s Home Basketball games. The Lions Athletic Band is open to audition to all university students.

CONCERT CHORALE University Chorale is an auditioned group of 60 singers that performs a wide variety of outstanding choral literature from the Renaissance period to the present. In addition to four major on-campus concerts, this ensemble also presents concerts at various off-campus locations.

WOMEN’S CHORUS The Women’s Chorus is a women’s ensemble that pursues musical excellence with a broad performance repertoire. The Women’s Chorus performs four major on-campus concerts each year.

JAZZ CATZ The UA Fort Smith Jazz Catz are an award-winning ensemble having received top honors as “The Most Outstanding University Vocal Jazz Group” at the University of North Texas Jazz Festival. The Catz maintain a schedule of 30-plus performances each year, including concerts to sell-out crowds of over 1,000 people.

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SYMPHONIC BAND The Symphonic band is the University’s premiere instrumental ensemble. The ensemble is an auditioned group of 60 instrumentalists that performs standard band and wind ensemble repertoire. Besides the four major on-campus concerts, the Symphonic Band presents concerts at various off-campus locations, including a yearly spring regional concert tour.

BRASS ENSEMBLE This group features a full brass choir, brass quintets, trumpet ensembles, horn ensembles, and tuba-euphonium ensembles, as well as other various chamber instrumentations.

WOODWIND ENSEMBLE Various woodwind ensembles are organized each semester to study chamber music from the standard woodwind repertoire. Ensembles include clarinet trios and quartets, flute duets and quartets, saxophone quartets, and woodwind quintets.

JAZZ BAND The UA Fort Smith Jazz Band performs high-energy shows for sell-out crowds of more than 1,000 people. The band takes pride in covering a full spectrum of jazz music, from vintage to contemporary styles. The band performs several major concerts a year in addition to Noon Brown Bag lunch concerts and other events in the community.

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ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS THROUGH THE YEARS UA Fort Smith’s athletic history began in 1928—the year the university, which was then a junior college, was founded. Throughout its long history as a junior college, UA Fort Smith won three national championships – one for women’s basketball in 1995 and two for men’s basketball in 1981 and 2006. UA Fort Smith was also national runner-up for women’s basketball in 1994 and for volleyball in 2008. The university has won countless conference and regional tournament championships in each of its sports. After more than 50 years as one of the most successful junior-college programs in the nation, UA Fort Smith continues its transition to becoming a member of the NCAA Division II. UA Fort Smith now competes in 10 sports—volleyball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s tennis.

Throughout its history, UA Fort Smith has produced several All-Conference, All-Region, and AllAmerican players. Four former women’s basketball players have gone on to play in the WNBA—Kim Williams ’95, Alisa Burras ’96, Gillian Goring ’05, and Tanisha Smith ’08. Four former men’s basketball players have gone on to play in the NBA—Ron Brewer ’76, Darrell Walker ’80, Maurice Jeffers ’99, and Sonny Weems ’06. Five former baseball players have played in the Major Leagues— Jeff McKnight ’83, Kevin Lomon ’90, Ryan Nye ’93, Aaron Looper ’97, and Craig Gentry ’04.

POM SQUAD/ CHEERLEADING SQUAD UA Fort Smith has both Cheerleading and Pom squads that support Lion athletics year round.

Tryouts for both squads are held during the spring semester. Fall tryouts are held only if necessary. The squads cheer at the home basketball, volleyball, and baseball games, plus a limited number of the away games. For eligibility requirements, contact the Box Office, SmithPendergraft Campus Center, room 103.

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FOOTBALL The University fielded a football team in the 1930s. The team only lasted from 1930-1932. They played some games at home and went on the road for about half of the games. In those early years of the college, basketball, tennis, and golf teams were also formed.

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CHAPTER 4

LION TRADITIONS

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TRADITIONS KEEPER In your time as a student at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, it will be up to you to make the most of your college years. The following pages show you some of the many traditions at UA Fort Smith. Make it your goal to complete as many of these traditions as possible in your time at UA Fort Smith and become a Traditions Keeper.

To become a Traditions Keeper, simply complete 30 of the

36 traditions listed in this book. Take a photo of yourself doing the activity or obtain proof of completing the tradition and attach it to the corresponding page in the T-Book.

Bring your book back to the Alumni Association on a designated day (that will be announced closer to your graduation) and receive your certificate and gift for becoming a UA Fort Smith Traditions Keeper.

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BE A PART OF SOMETHING SPECIAL AND JOIN THE STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is your connection to campus traditions, campus fun, and special benefits. Only SAA members receive a 10% discount in the bookstore, and they also get free BEAT t-shirts to wear on game days! The SAA is your direct link to the Alumni Association. Become a member today by filling out the application in the back of this book. You won’t want to miss out!

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BECOME PART OF THE FAMILY AT CUB CAMP In its seventh year, Cub Camp is one of the most well-known traditions at UA Fort Smith.

Freshmen have the opportunity to get acquainted with campus life before the first day of class.

You’ll meet other freshmen, upperclassmen, staff, and faculty members. It’s the perfect jump start to your college experience, and in three days you’ll make memories to last a lifetime.

Did you miss out on the fun of Cub Camp as an incoming freshman? Don’t worry, you can still apply to be a counselor for next year!

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MAKE NEW FRIENDS DURING WELCOME WEEK Start the fall off right by attending Welcome Week! The week proves to be one of the busiest weeks of the year with events such as Movie on the Green, Casino Night, Tuesday at the Tower, and more.

Welcome Week includes free food and giveaways, and it’s a great way to meet new people!

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SHOW YOUR MOVES AT THE HOWDY DANCE Get rowdy at Howdy! Dress in your western-gear, ride the mechanical bull, chow on some barbecue, and dance the night away! Be one of the first 100 students to attend and get a free souvenir t-shirt you can wear all year long!

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EAT FREE & JOIN AN ORGANIZATION AT THE BLOCK PARTY Learn about all the Recognized Student Organizations and University Support Services while grabbing free food served by UA Fort Smith faculty, staff, and administration. Each organization on campus will be in attendance to give you more information about the organization and ways to get involved.

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PAINT YOUR FACE FOR A VOLLEYBALL GAME Since its inaugural 1998-99 season, the UA Fort Smith volleyball program has continued to make a name for itself as one of the top programs around. The Lady Lions are under direction of thirteen-year head coach Jane Sargent, who is the only coach in the program’s history.

Sargent has compiled a 432-89 record during her tenure. Sargent’s Lady Lions have never had a losing season, have won 30 or more matches nine times, and have made six national tournament appearances. So paint your face and join in the winning tradition!

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SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AT THE ALL SPORTS PEP RALLY Celebrate the start of the UA Fort Smith Athletic season with introductions of all the student athletes by their coaches and performances from the UA Fort Smith Cheer and Pom Squads.

There’s a ton of free food, and it’s a great way to meet the athletes, show your support, and have lots of fun!

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HEAR THE BELLS CHIME AT THE BELL TOWER Standing 108 feet 10 inches tall, the Reynolds Bell Tower dominates the UA Fort Smith campus.

At seven stories, it is the largest free-standing belfry in the south central United States. Every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. there is a Carillon Concert played at the Bell Tower by a student or instructor.

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JOIN A TEAM AND PLAY INTRAMURAL SPORTS Love to play competitive sports, but just for fun? Intramural sports run all year long, and with all the options, there is a sport for you. Intramural sports offered include: Flag Football, Ping Pong, Football Frenzy, 3-on-3 Basketball, 5-on-5 Basketball, Bowling, Dodgeball, Volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, Indoor Soccer, Softball, Magic: The Gathering, March Madness, Texas Hold ‘Em, Kickball, Guitar Hero, Outdoor Soccer, and Frisbee Golf. Now get those competitive juices flowing, and sign up for a team!

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TAKE A PHOTO WITH OUR MASCOT, NUMA Numa, the University’s mascot, was chosen because the male lion in the original Tarzan book in 1912 was named Numa. Numa was also the name of the yearbook until its last publication in 2003. The bronze Numa measures 15 feet in length and weighs approximately 2,000 pounds.

Take your photo with Numa at a game or the Bronze Numa at Lion Plaza.

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DRESS UP FOR THE HAUNTED UNION This year marks the 9th annual Haunted Union. The event is named “Haunted Union� because it was formerly held in what used to be Fullerton Union, now the Fullerton Administration Building. Participate by volunteering to host a carnival game, scare people in the haunted house, or just come and enjoy the fun when the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center is transformed into the Haunted Union! This event is one of the largest of the year and is open to the public.

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ATTEND A LIONS NIGHT OUT Need something to do on Friday night? Have a Lions Night Out! Watch for Friday night activities hosted by the Student Activities Office both on and off campus! Events include on-campus dances, off-campus movies, dinners at local restaurants, and other fun activities.

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GET READY FOR BASKETBALL SEASON AT MOONLIGHT MADNESS The start of basketball season is a much-anticipated time around the UA Fort Smith campus and community. Every mid-October, UA Fort Smith celebrates the official start of basketball practice with Moonlight Madness, a campus and community event for all ages. Fans and students get the opportunity to meet and greet the men’s and women’s basketball players, get autographs and pictures, watch the teams scrimmage, and participate in various fun games and contests.

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WATCH YOUR CLASSMATES ACT IN A THEATRE @ UA FORT SMITH PERFORMANCE Theatre @ UA Fort Smith is this area’s only professional-quality theatre training program and production company. Audition for one of the performances and unlock the artist inside you, or just come out and watch your classmates put on a great performance. Theatre @ UA Fort Smith puts on nationally award-winning productions each year like our Hip-Hop-inspired “Aurora” or the cirque-themed “Corrigenda.”

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ROCK OUT AT THE BATTLE OF THE BANDS Hear local bands as they battle to be the ultimate winner! Prizes are awarded for 1st place, 2nd place, and crowd favorite. Battle of the Bands is fun entertainment and a great place to listen to different types of music! Enter your band or just come enjoy the entertainment.

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JOIN THE BLUE CREW AT A MEN’S & WOMEN’S BASKETBALL GAME The Lady Lions are under the direction of veteran head coach Louis Whorton, who is beginning his 25th season at UA Fort Smith and is the winningest all-time coach in Lady Lions basketball history. The Lady Lions won the 1995 NJCAA national championship and have had four former players drafted by the WNBA. The Lions are under the direction of fifth-year head coach Josh Newman. The Lions won the 1981 and 2006 NJCAA national championships and have had four former players drafted by the NBA. Sit with the Blue Crew student section and cheer on the Lions!

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BRUSH UP ON CURRENT EVENTS DURING CONSTITUTION WEEK Constitution Week is hosted primarily by the UA Fort Smith American Democracy Project. It is held annually the week of September 17 – Constitution Day. Constitution Week activities include the “Let Your Voice Be Heard” forum – an event where students, faculty, staff, and members of the community can give a short speech on the Constitution Week theme (past themes include “Freedom of the Press & You” and “The Right to Vote”). Voter registration drives are also held throughout the week, and students are given the opportunity to express their own thoughts and opinions by submitting responses to issues related to the theme.

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PICK AN ACTIVITY AND ENJOY THE GREEN The Campus Green is always a top spot for concerts, free food, playing Frisbee, reading, social functions, and even sun-bathing (in warm weather, that is). So pick an activity – university sponsored or not – and enjoy the beautiful Campus Green!

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PARTICIPATE IN HOMECOMING EVENTS Cheer on the Lions during this week-long tradition of events, competitions, and Lion Pride!

Don’t miss the royalty ceremony where the UA Fort Smith Homecoming King and Queen are crowned during half-time of the men’s basketball game. There are endless activities going on all week such as Pie a Professor, Cocoa and the Court, Powderpuff, Yell like Hell, and the annual parade. Make sure to clear your calendar!

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GIVE OF YOUR TALENTS AT LION COMMUNITY OUTREACH DAY Lion Community Outreach Day (LCOD) offers a unique opportunity for the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith to give back to the Fort Smith community. This is the Lion way of saying “Thank You� to everyone in our community, and not just those in need. Service projects include raking leaves, sorting clothes, washing windows, trimming trees, planting flowers, sorting canned goods, and many more volunteer opportunities at local non-profit agencies. This one-day service project usually takes place in the spring semester.

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SHOW YOUR SPIRIT BY WEARING A BEAT T-SHIRT BEAT t-shirts are exclusive to SAA members and are perfect for game day. You won’t find these shirts in the bookstore though; they are given out before select home games. Get “caught” wearing one around campus on game day and you could get a cool prize!

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BUNDLE UP AND WATCH THE ANNUAL SEASON’S GREETINGS CONCERT & LIGHTING OF THE CAMPUS Every year during the holidays the campus is illuminated with thousands of lights. The combined talents of the UA Fort Smith music department take the stage first in the Stubblefield Center; following the concert, head out to the Green for the lighting of the UA Fort Smith campus.

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GET YOUR LEARN ON AT THE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM At the UA Fort Smith Undergraduate Research Symposium, it’s all about the students. Their research is exciting, creative, and cutting-edge. The Symposium is their chance to present research and art in a public forum. Each student’s presentation will be followed by a questionand-answer session. The presentations feature lectures, poster presentations, studio art, slideshows, and performing arts from all academic disciplines. UA Fort Smith encourages all students involved in research to talk to a faculty sponsor about participating. The event is held each April.

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THINK PINK AT THE ANNUAL DIG PINK & PINK ZONE GAMES Every year millions of women are affected by breast cancer, and UA Fort Smith is one of many college athletic departments throughout the country committed to the campaign for breast cancer awareness. Each year UA Fort Smith hosts two such events– a Dig Pink volleyball match and a WBCA Pink Zone basketball game – to not only raise breast cancer awareness, but also to raise funds for breast cancer research. Students deck out in pink for these games to support the cause.

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PLAN FOR THE FUTURE AT THE JOB FAIR Career Services hosts five job fairs per year: the fall Health Sciences Job Fair, the fall Career Fair and Grad School Expo, the spring Education Job Fair, the spring Health Sciences Job Fair, and the Spring Career Fair. These events provide the opportunity for students to visit with various organizations about employment opportunities and with graduate schools concerning degrees offered and the application process.

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WATCH THE CROWNING OF MISS UA FORT SMITH The Miss America System is the largest scholarship foundation for women in the country, and the Miss UA Fort Smith Pageant is the first step to Miss America. For the past two years, the Miss UA Fort Smith pageant has received the “Local Pageant of the Year” award, topping over 50 other pageants in Arkansas. Last year the Miss UA Fort Smith Pageant awarded almost $15,000 in recognitions and scholarships. The contestants do more than win scholarships – they gain poise, presence, and confidence and make many new friends.

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LAUGH UNTIL YOU CRY AT THE MR. UA FORT SMITH PAGEANT This eight-year tradition is one of pure entertainment. Sigma Nu Fraternity and Gamma Phi Beta sorority have co-hosted the Mr. UA Fort Smith pageant for the past two years. This annual event, held in the spring semester, is a fun and comical spin-off of the Miss UA Fort Smith pageant. The categories of the event are casual wear, sport wear, talent, and formal wear with an on-stage question. The proceeds from the event go to a local charity or nonprofit organization.

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LEARN ABOUT THE WORLD AROUND YOU AT THE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL The International Festival is an entertaining and educational annual celebration of different cultures. Its purpose is to broaden international perspectives for our students and the community. Booths exhibit items of interest from various countries. Cultural performances and food from various countries are available at the festival. The festival committee is headed by First Lady Janice Beran and includes dozens of students, faculty, staff, and community volunteers.

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DONATE BLOOD AT ONE OF THE FOUR ANNUAL QUARTERLY BLOOD DRIVES Donate and be a hero during the four blood drives hosted each year! All donors receive a free UA Fort Smith blood drive t-shirt, snacks, and are entered to win door prizes with drawings every thirty minutes! Giving blood is a great way to help others.

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ATTEND A SEASON OF ENTERTAINMENT SHOW This is the Season’s 30th year to bring entertainment to the University and our community.

Every year there are a variety of shows to choose from, including Broadway productions, operas, and even student concerts. Tickets are FREE for students! Pick yours up in the Box Office, located in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.

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BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIR FOR A BASEBALL GAME UA Fort Smith’s tradition-rich baseball program is under the direction of veteran head coach Dale Harpenau, who will begin his 13th season with the Lions. Harpenau has had more than 30 former Lions go on to sign professional contracts. The Lions play their home games at spacious Crowder Field, which seats about 1,000 fans. Crowder Field is named in honor of former Lions baseball coach Bill Crowder, who won more than 1,000 games during his stellar 33-year coaching career and is an inaugural member of the Lions Hall of Fame.

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WEAR YOUR FLIP FLOPS TO THE ISLAND PARTY This end-of-the-year, island-themed bash includes music, inflatables, games, food, door prizes, and much more! It is held in the spring semester on the Green (weather permitting). It’s a great way to celebrate the end of the school year and the coming of warm weather!

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WHILE ON VACATION, TAKE NUMA WITH YOU Going to another country, skiing, or maybe just going to the beach for Spring Break? Take Numa (the small, stuffed version anyway) with you and take a photo! Numa loves to travel!

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TAKE A STUDY BREAK AND ATTEND THE MIDNIGHT BREAKFAST Held just before finals, Midnight Breakfast gives you the chance to take a study break and head to the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center for midnight breakfast served by UA Fort Smith faculty and staff. Relax with board games, karaoke, prizes, and more.

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DRESS IN YOUR BEST FOR THE NUMAS The NUMAS honor outstanding students, advisors, and organizations who have exemplified exceptional student leadership skills within the context of Recognized Student Organizations.

This awards program is considered the showcase for outstanding student leadership. The Chancellor’s Spirit Award is the highest award available for students whose accomplishments reflect the utmost ideals of the university. This honor is bestowed on those students who, by their involvement in student organizations, demonstrate superior leadership, impact oncampus life, and display genuine love and respect for the campus community.

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WALK ACROSS THE STAGE AT COMMENCEMENT Commencement ceremonies are held each fall and spring semester. Faculty and staff are dressed in academic regalia while students wear their caps and gowns. Study hard and feel that sense of accomplishment when your name is called to walk across the stage and get your diploma.

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CAREER SERVICES The Career Services Center provides UA Fort Smith students and graduates with a full range of professional services. The Career Services office also works closely with Student Advisement and Career Planning to ensure that your career goals and academic course selections are coordinated as much as possible.

Our professionals and trained student paraprofessionals all work to advise you on a variety of areas such as:

• Finding Co-ops, Internships, Volunteer, or Summer Opportunities

• Full-time Jobs

• Part-time Jobs

• Resumé and Cover Letter Writing

• Interviewing Skills

• Job Search Strategies

For more information contact Career Services at 479-788-7017 or visit their office on the second floor of the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith Alumni Association is the best way to stay in touch with your alma mater, former classmates, friends, and professors. Sound irrelevant to you now? It’s not. It’s never too early to get connected to the Alumni Association and you can do that as a student through the Student Alumni Association (SAA). The Alumni Association helps the University communicate with close to 45,000 alumni, provides programs and services, and encourages alumni to support and strengthen the institution.

Just like with the Student Alumni Association, when you graduate we will not ask you to pay dues. We just want you to stay connected. The association has a variety of Young Alumni programs designed specifically with our recent graduates in mind. That means we are here to serve you even after you receive that diploma!

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MEMEBERSHIP FORM STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Requirement: Members must attend one SAA meeting and volunteer at a minimum of one event per semester. (Really…that’s it!)

Name: Student ID #: E-mail: Cell #: T-shirt size: Expected Year of Graduation: Major:

JOIN NOW! Come to an event and sign up, register online at uafortsmithalumni.com/saa, or return this application to the UA Fort Smith Alumni Association: Student Alumni Association c/o Katie Schluterman PO Box 3649 Fullerton Administration 202 Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649 Fax: 479.788.7023

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2010-2011 STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sarah Davis ’11 President

Katie Garcia ’12 President-Elect

Magaly Centeno ’12 VP Communications

Emilee Higdon ’12 VP Programming

Danielle Spillers ’12 VP Traditions

Laramie Alves ’13 VP Seniors

Tyler Lamon ’11 Member at Large

Jami Hendrix ’13 Member at Large

Jillian McDaniel ’12 Member at Large

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IMPORTANT CAMPUS PHONE NUMBERS All numbers begin with (479)-788-XXXX.

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Admissions 7120

Police – Non Emergency

7141

Advisement 7400

Police – Emergency

7140

Alumni Affairs

Provost/Academic Affairs

7030

7920

Athletics 7590

Records/Registrar 7230

Bookstore 7320

Sebastian Commons

7340

Box Office

7300

Student Activities

7699

Career Services

7017

Student ADA Services

7577

Cashier 7060

Student Health Clinic

7444

Counseling Clinic

7398

Student Senate

7698

Dean of Students

7310

Testing Center

7682

Dental Clinic

7270

Tutoring 7675

Dining Services

7312

Welcome Center

Financial Aid

7090

Fitness Center

7600

College of Applied Science & Technology 7783

Help Desk

7460

College of Business

7807

Information Desk

7412

College of Education

7908

LAC 7675

College of Health Sciences

7840

Library 7200

College of Humanities & Social Sciences 7430

Lion’s Den North

7344

College of Languages & Communication 7290

Lion’s Den South

7347

Maintenance 7170

College of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

7610

Non-traditional Students

7663

College Preparatory

7660

Plant Operations

7170

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DECEMBER 2010 Note: All dates are subject to change. Check the campus calendar at uafortsmith.edu/calendar for the most up-to-date events and activities.

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Season of Entertainment Chorale Concert

24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Numa’s Birthday Bash Academic Excellence Awards Dinner

Finals Begin Numas

APRIL 2011 Note: All dates are subject to change. Check the campus calendar at uafortsmith.edu/calendar for the most up-to-date events and activities.

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Note: All dates are subject to change. Check the campus calendar at uafortsmith.edu/calendar for the most up-to-date events and activities.

SPECIAL THANKS Special thanks to all who contributed in the compilation of this Traditions Book. Without your help, this project would have never been possible.

Dr. Paul B. Beran

Stacey Jones

Dr. Ray Wallace

Sherry Card

Dr. Arleene Breaux

Melissa Brown

Dr. Marta Loyd

Don Bailey

Dr. Lee Krehbiel

Kerri Hughes

Anne Thomas

Alex Snowden

Katie Schluterman

Takeo Suzuki

Zack Thomas

Dave Pinson

Nancy Moore

Ron Orick

Danielle Spillers

Bob Stevenson

Beth Presley

Sarah Davis

Jonathan Gipson

Sigma Nu

Bonnie Harmon

University Marketing and Communications

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Bike Rack

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Crowder Field (CF) 10 Donald W. Reynolds Plaza, Tower & Campus Green

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51st Annex 2 Baldor Technology Center (BD) 3 Ballman-Speer Building (BS) 4 Boreham Library (LI) 5 Breedlove Building (BB) 6 Business & Industrial Institute (BI) 7 Business Center (BC) 8 Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center (CC)

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Gymnasium/Field House (GY) Pendergraft Health Sciences Center (HS) Holt Building (HT) Kinkead Annex (KA)

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