million investment to fund expansion of advanced manufacturing programs at UAFS, leadership says

FORT SMITH -- The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith plans to use a $1 million investment from ABB to build on its advanced manufacturing program...

May 21, 2023
6:58 PM

FORT SMITH -- The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith plans to use a $1 million investment from ABB to build on its advanced manufacturing programs and strengthen workforce development in the River Valley. Chancellor Terisa Riley said the university will expand who qualifies for its associate degree program in automation and robotics, which is designed to prepare graduates for careers in advanced manufacturing. The degree is offered to high school students through the university's Western Arkansas Technical Center in partnership with the Fort Smith School District at the Peak Innovation Center.

Thomas Saccente