Today’s veterinarian is a medically trained, scientifically-oriented professional, capable of rendering many services and accepting wide responsibilities in all areas of animal health and in many areas of public health. Such a challenging career stimulates the interest of students; therefore, the competition for vacancies in veterinary medicine is high. While most of the pre-veterinary medicine… Read More
Political Science
Political science is the study of governments, public policies and political processes, systems, and political behavior, according to the American Political Science Association. Those earning degrees in political science understand the governing process and its relationship to complex issues arising in a modern society. Careers A bachelor’s degree in political science can lead to exciting careers in federal, state and local governments; law;… Read More
Psychology
The psychology major attempts: To develop the understanding that laws of cause and effect operate in behavior and that behavior can be studied scientifically; To promote understanding of self and others through knowledge of basic principles of psychology; To develop an understanding of how psychological principles may be applied in child rearing, teaching, industry, and… Read More
Agriculture: Plant Science
Southern Arkansas University’s multi-faceted Agriculture program reflects the complexity of the vast industry providing food and fiber to the world. A degree in animal science with a plant science option provides students with a broad knowledge base to tackle real-world problems and immediately enter the workforce. Greenhouses, forage plots, horticulture, agronomy, and forestry plots provide students… Read More
Agriculture: Animal Science
The agricultural science major with an animal science option opens up a number of doors for students. State of the art facilities await students who choose the agriculture science major at SAU. Primary coursework includes a mixture of biology, farm management, and animal science – with selected courses in dairy, horse, beef, swine, and/or poultry production. Students… Read More
Social Work
The bachelor of social work degree is the entry-level professional degree, and the SAU Social Work Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. It enables the undergraduate professional to practice social work in a variety of settings. These settings include hospitals, schools, mental health centers, and other public and private human service… Read More
Agricultural Education
The agricultural education major is for the student who desires to teach agriculture in a school setting. State of the art facilities await students who choose the agricultural education major at SAU. After completing the general education requirements, students focus on courses in agriculture and education. Admission to the Teacher Education Program is required. The Results Students who complete all… Read More
Agricultural Business
Students who desire a career in businesses that are involved in agriculture should pursue a degree in agricultural business. This degree provides students with a core set of business classes while providing education in the basic principles of animal and plant sciences, preparing students for careers in the various aspects of agribusiness including agricultural… Read More
Minor in Africana Studies
This minor familiarizes students with the histories, thoughts, politics, literature, geography, socialization, economics, and cultures of Africans and African Americans. This knowledge is helpful for all students, but especially those who will work with varied communities or who seek further study.
Engineering
The Engineering (BSEngr) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Physics, and Engineering Science.. It is housed in a dedicated, state-of-the-art facility near a newly renovated dormitory reserved in part for science majors. Courses emphasize solving engineering problems… Read More
