The Southern Arkansas University System continues to take proactive measures intended to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. Currently, there are no confirmed cases among the Southern Arkansas University System. Out of an abundance of caution, the Southern Arkansas University Magnolia campus has canceled all face-to-face classes scheduled for the week of March 16-20 prior… Read More
SAU Coronavirus Update March 11, 2020
March 11, 2020
The Southern Arkansas University System Risk Management Task Force continues to actively monitor the public health concerns surrounding COVID-19, or the novel Coronavirus. The safety and well-being of our campus communities remain our highest priority. Decisions are based on the fluid information provided by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and… Read More
Don McDonald gifts College of Business with subscription to Barron’s in Education program
February 13, 2020
The Rankin College of Business is excited to announce a beneficial new collaboration with the Barron’s in Education Program from Dow Jones. Dr. Robin Sronce, dean of the College, said a license providing 24/7 access to Barron’s content will enhance the business curriculum for faculty and students. The subscription to Barron’s was made possible by… Read More
SAU’s Rankin College of Business earns coveted AACSB International accreditation extension
January 29, 2020
The David F. Rankin College of Business at Southern Arkansas University has had its esteemed AACSB accreditation extended for five years following an encouraging peer review. A continuous improvement review team visited the SAU College of Business in the fall semester, and its recommendation for accreditation extension was ratified recently by the Board of Directors… Read More
Magnolia-area insurance company makes scholarship contribution to Rankin College of Business
December 17, 2019
Campbell & Company Insurance Agency of Magnolia, a dedicated supporter of Southern Arkansas University, recently committed $25,000 to fund annual scholarships in the Rankin College of Business through the University’s new Love and Loyalty Campaign. Bill Talbot, co-owner and vice president of Campbell & Company of Magnolia hopes the agency can make a difference for… Read More
Karly Chambers learns important business lessons at global summit in Chicago
December 6, 2019
Karly Chambers, a senior accounting major from El Dorado, Arkansas, learned some valuable lessons about herself and picked up some new skills to be applied to her future career goals by attending Beta Gamma Sigma’s Global Leadership Summit in Chicago. Her experiences in the Rankin College of Business at SAU inspired her to attend the… Read More
Jeffrey Weiss presents advice on stock market
November 7, 2019
With high energy, humor and enthusiasm, Jeffrey Weiss, author of Relationship Investing – Stock Market Therapy For Your Money, delivered the Executive-in-Residence Forum in Foundation Hall at Southern Arkansas University on November 6, 2019. The Forum was co-sponsored by the David F. Rankin College of Business and Farmers Bank & Trust Wealth Management. Weiss is an… Read More
SAU Board of Trustees approves new program in International Business
October 2, 2019
The increasingly global world is demanding graduates that can solve cross-cultural problems and think globally. Southern Arkansas University is satisfying this demand by continuing to diversify their degree offerings with the addition of a BBA in International Business. The approval of this degree program was just one of the items on the agenda for the… Read More
Southern Arkansas University to honor veterans, first responders at Sept. 14 home game
September 9, 2019
SAU will honor veterans and first responders during the home opener Saturday, September 14, at Wilkins Stadium. During the expanded Mulerider Marching Band pre-game show, SAU will honor all area veterans and first responders. Entrance to the game is free to all veterans and first responders with valid ID or badge. Representatives from local agencies… Read More
SAU sets records for undergraduate and on-campus enrollment
September 6, 2019
There are more undergraduate students enrolled at Southern Arkansas University this fall than in its 110-year history. Undergraduate enrollment rose to an all-time high of 3,584. Retention rates are an essential factor in enrollment with the increased focus provided through the work of our Retention and Completion Task Force. SAU heightened its retention efforts by… Read More
