Southern Arkansas University’s Department of Nursing is proud to announce a remarkable achievement—our 2025 NCLEX-RN first-time licensure exam candidates achieved a 100% pass rate. This exceptional milestone places SAU at the top among state-funded nursing programs in Arkansas. It reflects the department’s unwavering commitment to excellence in nursing education, underscoring the strength of our curriculum,
Southern Arkansas University, in partnership with the City of Magnolia and Columbia County, has announced the eighth annual Blue & Gold Day on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the SAU Alumni Center. On this day, the Magnolia community is encouraged to wear blue and gold to support SAU. Community
In a world where career paths are as diverse as the people who walk them, the Tyson family stands out as a shining example of dedication, unity, and service in the healthcare profession, particularly in dentistry and nursing. Dr. Jim Tyson, a proud 1993 graduate of Southern Arkansas University, began his journey in healthcare as
The Southern Arkansas University Alumni Association is proud to announce that Makenzi Hamilton has been named executive director of Alumni Relations. Hamilton brings over a decade of exemplary service and leadership to the role, having contributed significantly to student success through both academic and administrative positions across campus. A two-time SAU graduate, Hamilton earned her
Arkansas Business announced its 2025 New Influentials: 20 in Their Twenties class, which includes Southern Arkansas University graduate student and Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) business consultant Ben King of Little Rock, AR. “Ben exemplifies the Mulerider spirit,” said Janell Reeves, ASBTDC’s director. “He gets the job done with professionalism, earns high
