Southern Arkansas University recently recognized 75 faculty members for their scholarly accomplishments. The event, titled the All-Star Scholars Celebration, was held to recognize the research and scholarship produced by faculty. “It was a wonderful event to acknowledge what our faculty are doing,” said Dr. Robin Sronce, provost and vice president for academic affairs at SAU…. Read More
SAU recognizes faculty excellence at annual awards presentation
At the annual Faculty Awards Presentation, Southern Arkansas University honored members of its faculty for outstanding contributions in teaching, research, service, and institutional spirit. Excellence Awards After faculty and students submitted nominations, four faculty members received Excellence Awards in recognition of distinguished performance in their respective areas. Recipients were each given a plaque and monetary… Read More
Assistant principal returns from Japan for SAU doctoral commencement
Southern Arkansas University held its second commencement ceremony for the Doctor of Education in Rural and Diverse Educational Leadership program on May 9, 2026. Five students graduated this spring, including Catherine Mince, who traveled nearly 30 hours from Sasebo, Japan, to participate in the ceremony. Mince is an SAU alumna who earned bachelor’s degrees in… Read More
SAU names Dr. C. Neelie Dobbins dean of the College of Education and Human Performance
Southern Arkansas University is pleased to announce that Dr. C. Neelie Dobbins has been named Dean of the College of Education and Human Performance (CEHP), effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Dobbins assumes the role following more than 15 years of leadership at SAU, including nearly a decade as chair of the Department of Teacher Education… Read More
Southern Arkansas University earns national recognition for preparing future elementary teachers in the science of reading
The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at Southern Arkansas University has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for how well it prepares future teachers to teach reading to elementary students. Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.E.) in Elementary Education K-6: A+ (View grade page) The report, Teacher Prep Review:… Read More
Eric Perez embraces role to lead as assistant principal
It’s a word that means different things to different people. To some, it means being in charge; to others, it means setting the course for a group or organization; and to others, it means being at the forefront. To Eric Perez, however, it means just one thing – setting a positive example for the young… Read More
District-funded teacher residencies surpass $2 Million as SAU’s Rider Residency model gains momentum
In just two years since launching its innovative Rider Residency model, Southern Arkansas University and its six partner school districts have reached a major milestone—providing over $2 million in direct support to aspiring teachers through paid, year-long residencies. This groundbreaking approach to teacher preparation is made possible through strong collaboration with Ashdown School District, Camden… Read More
SAU faculty and staff complete leadership development course
A total of 11 members of the faculty and staff at Southern Arkansas University recently completed the Mulerider L.E.A.D. Program. L.E.A.D., short for Lead, Excel, Advance, and Develop, is a year-long professional development course that is designed to help promote leadership through a cohort model. SAU has used the program since the 2017-18 academic year…. Read More
Fourth Annual Undergraduate Research Conference open for submissions
On May 1, 2025, the College of Science & Engineering will host the Fourth Annual Undergraduate Research Conference. All undergraduate students and invited to participate and present their research. Projects can be independent or class projects. The deadline for submissions is April 12, 2025. Learn more at https://web.saumag.edu/science/research-conference/.
Southern Arkansas University inducts 2025 Educational Leadership Hall of Fame honorees
Southern Arkansas University proudly inducted the newest members into the Educational Leadership Hall of Fame on Monday, March 17, 2025. The evening honored outstanding leaders in the field of education, recognizing two building-level administrators, two district-level administrators, and two recipients of the Community Leadership Award, culminating with the prestigious Dr. Kenneth C. Booth Educational Leadership… Read More
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