A recent graduate of the online master’s degree in Kinesiology-Coaching program at Southern Arkansas University aims to apply his knowledge in physical therapy to an underserved area – rural health care. Brian Schaudt, a December 2018 graduate of SAU’s online program, has been accepted into George Fox University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. George Fox… Read More
Southern Arkansas University business students successful at National Leadership Conference
July 13, 2019
Southern Arkansas University achieved resounding success at the 2019 Phi Beta Lambda National Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas, June 24-27. Students of the David F. Rankin College of Business who placed at the 2019 State Leadership Conference represented SAU and Arkansas PBL by competing in their respective events in San Antonio. Those attending included Kelsie… Read More
SAU’s Engineering Summer Camp gives students hands-on experience with STEM disciplines
July 10, 2019
The College of Science and Engineering at Southern Arkansas University proudly hosted the 2019 Engineering Summer Camp, June 10-13. Dr. Abdel Bachri, dean of the COSE, said students took home incredible knowledge from the camp, which hopefully will inspire students to develop a love for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) disciplines. For one week,… Read More
SAU’s new Director of Choral Activities looks forward to advancing program
July 3, 2019
Southern Arkansas University has announced that Justin Nelson has been named the new Director of Choral Activities. A longtime high school choral director, Nelson is excited to mentor students who will become the next generation of music educators. Originally from Rockwood, Tennessee, Nelson graduated magna cum laude from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee in… Read More
SAU to meet fast-growing need in agriculture industry with new Poultry Science degree option
July 1, 2019
Southern Arkansas University is adding a new Poultry Science degree option beginning in fall 2019 to its diverse slate of degree offerings and is in the process of adding two new facilities near the SAU Agriculture Center to support the Poultry Science program. The curriculum was approved by the Coordinating Board of the Arkansas Department… Read More
SAU brings educators and students together for two-day Google Summit
June 27, 2019
Southern Arkansas University proudly hosted visiting school districts and students from the Hope Academy of Public Service for the 2019 Google Summit, June 17-19, 2019. For the second year, SAU’S Education Renewal Zone presented the summit, which brought together principals, teachers and administrators from El Dorado and Lafayette County public schools as well as 14… Read More
SAU’s Career Closet helps students look their best in professional settings
June 25, 2019
Students preparing for a big job interview will want to dress for success. That’s why a unique service offered by Southern Arkansas University, the Career Closet, is a good resource for those who might not have ready access to professional attire. The SAU Career Closet, located in Blanchard Hall, Room 110, provides contemporary, interview-appropriate clothing… Read More
HKR department celebrates growth and success
The Health, Kinesiology, and Recreation Department at Southern Arkansas University is celebrating a record number of student interns and the success of Hannah Hanson and Jamarious Nelson both who are SAU graduates on the road to professional programs. The department has experienced significant growth over the past few semesters, especially in the Exercise Science degree… Read More
SAU’s new Cyber Criminology degree to prepare students for high-paying careers in high-demand field
June 18, 2019
Southern Arkansas University is excited to announce a new major in Cyber Criminology. The program was approved on April 19, 2019, by the Coordinating Board of the Arkansas Department of Higher Education. The new BS in Cyber Criminology will produce highly-skilled graduates who possess a holistic understanding of cybercrimes. This program will not only emphasize… Read More
SAU alumnus named to “Best-in-State” Forbes list
June 10, 2019
Don McDonald, a 1989 alumnus of Southern Arkansas University, has been named to the 2019 Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list, published on February 20. McDonald is a financial advisor for Merrill Lynch in Fort Smith, Arkansas. “We are incredibly proud of Don being named to the list,” said Mark Rhodes, Merrill market executive. “We believe… Read More
