The mission of the Social Work program at Southern Arkansas University is to prepare students for fulfilling careers as knowledgeable, competent, and effective social workers in generalist practice at all systems levels, with a specific emphasis on meeting people’s needs in the context of our rural and diverse service area, but with an understanding of how their work fits into the global quest for … Learn more
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- Sah’Myah Holloway awarded first Renda Henry Memorial Scholarship in Social Work
Senior Sah’Myah Holloway of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, was awarded Southern Arkansas University’s first Renda Henry Memorial Scholarship in Social Work. “I want to thank Dr. Wilson, SAU Foundation, and future donors for allowing this scholarship to honor Ms. Renda and inspire future students and […]
- SAU makes a strong showing at the National Association of Social Work Conference in Little Rock
Southern Arkansas University proudly shares its excellent representation at the National Association of Social Work-Arkansas Chapter 45th Annual Conference in Little Rock. The event, which took place in March, served as a platform for professionals and scholars in the field of social work to […]
- SAU Social Work students attend Lobby Day at the Arkansas General Assembly
On February 16, 2023, twenty-seven Southern Arkansas University (SAU) students and two faculty members, Professors Welch and Sherman, traveled to the Arkansas State Capitol to participate in Lobby Day. This event provided an opportunity for SAU students to advocate for the social work profession at […]