The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Chancellor’s Office is a partner to the Fort Smith Adult Education Center.  Chancellor Paul Beran and his wife Janice Beran have a long history in Adult Education, and they are huge supporters of our efforts. 

Janice Beran serves on our WAGE/Adult Education Advisory Board and provides valuable input and collaboration. Her background as a program administrator in Texas gave her a real passion for Adult Education.

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith provides their amazing Stubblefield Center each year to host our graduation ceremony.  They also provide scholarships to our top GED scorers.  They provide tours for our students, and even host special events for our students.  Laura Freeman and Candace Lookado from admissions also serve on our WAGE/Advisory Board, as does Pat Eller, Director of the Center for Business and Professional Development at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith. Laura and Candace work directly with our students, helping them apply move into post-secondary training after leaving adult education.

Thanks to Dr. and Mrs. Beran and the staff of the Chancellor’s Office for their excellent partnership with Fort Smith Adult Education.

We know you have heard about the life-changing benefits of a strong education. However, did you know the impact earning a GED® credential can have on a person’s future? Arkansas Adult Education, a division of the Arkansas Department of Career Education, has continually provided a second chance to Arkansans seeking to improve their lives through basic academic education.

Arkansas Adult Education also provides classes in:

• English As A Second Language

• Workforce Alliance for Growth in the Economy

WAGE(TM)

• Career and Technical Training

• And so much more

It’s essential that you understand what Arkansas Adult Education has to offer. You or a loved one may greatly benefit from these services! I urge you to click here to learn more about adult education. 

Now that you know about our services, you may be wondering how you can help us continue our mission. Please support our efforts to communicate to key decision makers in the State about the benefits of adult education and the need for adequate funding. Your single support could improve the lives of thousands of Arkansans. Won’t you join us?

Arkansas Adult Education. Learn More. Earn More.

Papa John’s is our newest Partner in Education.  Manager Laura Holt has done a great job of helping us raise funds by holding “Adult Education Day” at Papa John’s each month.  They donate 20% of sales to the Fort Smith Adult Education Center! 

Our next Adult Education Day at Papa John’s is this Thursday, January 19.  Make sure you mention Adult Education when you order.  Call 478-6777 to order!

Thanks to Laura and Papa John’s for their excellent partnership with Fort Smith Adult Education.