Melissa Rowe of Hampton, AR, was named the Magnolia High School Teacher of the Year for 2024. A three-time Southern Arkansas University graduate, Rowe credits the College of Science and Engineering for preparing her for the classroom. “Dr. Schroeder and Dr. White got me to where I am,” Rowe said. “And they are still supportive… Read More
Seven SAU graduates to attend medical school this fall

As the end of the academic year approaches, the biology department at Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce that seven of its graduates have been admitted into medical schools, marking a significant milestone in their academic and professional journey. Lauren Chambliss of Magnolia, AR, John Striednig of Lubbock, TX, and Morgan Schuster of Arlington,… Read More
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders visits SAU as part of her Capital for the Day tour in Magnolia
On Thursday, Southern Arkansas University welcomed distinguished guests as Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and her cabinet graced the campus during her visit to Magnolia, designated as the Arkansas Capital for the Day. The historic occasion marked a pivotal moment for both the University and the community as they received the esteemed leader of the state. Sanders’ visit to… Read More
SAU Engineering Department partners with Southern Aluminum for experiential learning opportunity
A group of 15 engineering students from Southern Arkansas University began work-study projects on lean manufacturing and production system quality at Southern Aluminum, one of the fastest growing local innovation industries. “This is a significant partnership between SAU’s engineering program and Southern Aluminum to provide our students with practical learning experiences,” said Dr. Mahbub Ahmed,… Read More
Southern Arkansas University engineering students attend 2023 Baja SAE Competition
Southern Arkansas University engineering students traveled to Nashport, Ohio, for the annual Baja SAE 2023 Competition in September. Nine engineering students represented SAU ahead of their first competition, scheduled for 2024. The Muleriders attended technical sessions to learn from more than 70 universities from across the globe. Organized by the Society of Automotive Engineers International… Read More
SAU celebrates all-time record enrollment
Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, celebrates another record-breaking enrollment with 5,128 Muleriders for fall 2023. SAU’s 14% freshmen enrollment growth is a result of the University’s commitment to offering in-demand programs and a “culture of caring” approach. “This is all the result of a tremendous team effort at SAU. We are so fortunate to have faculty… Read More
Arkansas Space Grant Consortium grant awarded to SAU Chemistry and Agriculture Departments – Is a Martian greenhouse possible?
The Arkansas Space Grant Consortium board voted to fund Dr. Gija Geme, Dr. Tim Schroeder of chemistry, and Dr. Copie Moore of agriculture on a joint venture to explore the feasibility of growing crops such as soybeans, corn, lettuce, kale, and more, in a Mars soil simulant that is improved with fertilizer to add micronutrients…. Read More
SAU Nursing receives portion of donation made by Troy and Francoise Hendricks
MAGNOLIA – Keeping Southern Arkansas University’s Nursing Department on the front lines of health care technology will be one benefit of a generous donation recently made by Troy and Francoise Hendricks to the SAU Foundation, said Dr. Karen Ainsworth Landry, Chair of the Department of Nursing. This donation was given in memory of Baxter and… Read More
SAU welcomes the largest enrollment in school’s history
Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, has exceeded its enrollment predictions with increases in first-year, transfer, and graduate students. SAU is celebrating a record-breaking enrollment with 5,094 Muleriders, a 15% increase for fall 2022. SAU’s commitment to offering in-demand programs and providing a “culture of caring” approach has provided a tremendous appeal to a diverse group of students…. Read More
Arkansas INBRE grant awarded to SAU Biology Department
Dr. Daniel McDermott and Dr. Jeremy Chamberlain of the SAU Department of Biology have received a $40,000 grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences through the Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) program. This grant is in collaboration with Dr. Lori Neuman-Lee at Arkansas State University (ASU) and Dr. Tiffany Weinkopff… Read More
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