On Monday, August 25, 2025, the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville responded to reports of an active shooter near the David W. Mullins Library, a central campus location adjacent to the Student Union. At approximately 12:30 p.m., the university's emergency notification system, RazALERT, issued a message advising students and staff to avoid the area due to an active shooter report.

In response to the situation, Fayetteville Public Schools implemented a secure status, restricting entry and exit from all district buildings. The district communicated to parents that the University of Arkansas was dealing with an emergency situation, and all schools would remain on secure status until further notice.

Fayetteville Police Department Sergeant Stephen Mauk reported that, as of 1:10 p.m., there was no confirmed shooting, and law enforcement was actively clearing the area. A subsequent RazALERT at 1:29 p.m. indicated that police were responding to multiple reports around campus, urging the community to continue to "Avoid. Deny. Defend."

By 1:45 p.m., the University of Arkansas Police Department confirmed that there were no confirmed gunshots or injuries related to the reported active shooter situation. The investigation remained active, with authorities continuing to clear buildings and assess the situation.

U.S. Representative Steve Womack, representing Arkansas' 3rd District, expressed concern over the incident, urging residents to follow all safety alerts. He stated that he and his team were closely monitoring the situation.

As of now, the University of Arkansas campus remains on lockdown, and authorities are continuing their investigation. The university has advised the public to avoid the campus and surrounding areas until further notice.