Education at SAU
Welcome to the Southern Arkansas University College of Education and Human Performance. We are committed to preparing educators, administrators, coaches, athletic trainers, student services professionals, and clinical professional counselors.
We have a dedicated faculty who incorporates best practices in teaching into their courses providing for the best possible preparation of students for their chosen professional careers. Please take a moment to explore the degrees we have available and find the one that is the best fit for you.
Mission
Our mission is to prepare candidates who attain educational achievement through collaboration and reflection. The department collaborates with K-12 schools, Educational Service Cooperatives, Educational Renewal Zones and other local, state, and national organizations to inculcate high standards of educational achievement for all students. Through initial teacher preparation programs for Elementary, Middle, and Secondary teachers, the Department engages pre-service teachers to excel in teaching, leadership, scholarship, service, and dispositions.
Recent News
- Exercise Science students accepted to Doctoral Physical Therapy programs
The Human Performance and Sport Sciences Department faculty at Southern Arkansas University celebrates the accomplishments of two students within the department. Matt Aiken was recently accepted into the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at […]
- SAU tennis player stays in touch with family in Ukraine
Staying strong and hopeful is a goal for Marko Nikoliuk, a senior entrepreneurial finance major at Southern Arkansas University hailing from Kakhovka, Kherson Oblast, Ukraine. The nationally-ranked Mulerider tennis player is competing this Spring […]
- Adcox family memorializes beloved SAU coach with fitness stations along Walking Trail
The Magnolia community as well as students and visitors to Southern Arkansas University can now enjoy new outdoor fitness equipment located on the SAU Walking Trail. Twelve fitness stations were given in memory of Jay Adcox by his wife, Bonnie […]