Dr. Amber Overholser, director of the master of public administration program, returned from a National Study Tour of Washington D.C. as a member of LeadAR’s 21st cohort, bringing the latest in agriculture policy and advocacy to SAU students. Overholser applied for LeadAR looking for a new challenge that was relevant to the work she does…. Read More
SAU MBA student and ASBTDC business consultant selected for Arkansas’ 2025 New Influentials: 20 in Their Twenties

Arkansas Business announced its 2025 New Influentials: 20 in Their Twenties class, which includes Southern Arkansas University graduate student and Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) business consultant Ben King of Little Rock, AR. “Ben exemplifies the Mulerider spirit,” said Janell Reeves, ASBTDC’s director. “He gets the job done with professionalism, earns high… Read More
Dr. Angela Stanford named dean of Graduate Studies at SAU

Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Angela Stanford as the new dean of the School of Graduate Studies, effective June 1, 2025. Dr. Stanford brings more than three decades of experience in education, a strong background in academic leadership, and a passion for student success to this vital leadership role…. Read More
Southern Arkansas University celebrates first class of doctoral graduates

The Ed.D. in rural and diverse educational leadership program at Southern Arkansas University will graduate its first class of 11 students on Saturday, May 10, at 9:00 A.M. at the W.T. Watson Athletic Center basketball gymnasium. “Graduating our first class is a tremendous milestone—not only for SAU, but for the students who have dedicated themselves… Read More
Southern Arkansas University launches Public Policy Fellowship in partnership with the Arkansas Public Policy Center

Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce the launch of a new Public Policy Fellowship, created in partnership with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, and Public Policy Center. This initiative is designed to provide Master of Public Administration students with hands-on experience in policy research, civic engagement, and public… Read More
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
Southern Arkansas University’s Rankin College of Business earns reaffirmation of AACSB International accreditation

The David F. Rankin College of Business at Southern Arkansas University recently earned reaffirmation of its esteemed AACSB accreditation for six years following an extensive and encouraging peer review. A continuous improvement review team visited the SAU College of Business in the fall semester, and its recommendation for extension of accreditation was ratified recently by… Read More
Southern Arkansas University team of faculty and students participate in DART 2024

The DART (Data Analytics that are Robust and Trusted) initiative, supported by a $20 million NSF EPSCoR grant and an additional $4 million from the state of Arkansas, is entering its final year in 2024-25. This collaborative effort involves several Arkansas universities, including Southern Arkansas University, and aims to enhance data analytics through a multidisciplinary… Read More
Southern Arkansas University celebrates national Niche ranking as the #1 Best Small Public College in Arkansas

Southern Arkansas University is proud to celebrate a major achievement, soaring to the top of Niche’s national rankings! Recognized as a leading force in higher education, SAU has been crowned the #1 Best Small Public College in Arkansas and the #2 Top Public University in the state. These prestigious rankings confirm SAU as a go-to… Read More
SAU Alum Erika Armstrong honored with 2023 Champion for Children Award

Erika Armstrong, an alumna of Southern Arkansas University, has been recognized with Arkansas Children’s Hospital’s highest accolade–the 2023 Champion for Children Award. Armstrong, who earned her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling in May 2022, is one of only three recipients of this prestigious award, which honors individuals who demonstrate exemplary safety, teamwork, compassion,… Read More
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