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
Southern Arkansas University Commencement ceremonies set for December 15
Southern Arkansas University will come together to honor over 500 fall 2023 graduates during four commencement ceremonies on Friday, December 15, in the W.T. Watson Athletic Center. 8:00 a.m. – Department of Nursing pinning ceremony, Grand Hall 9:00 a.m. – College of Education and Human Performance and Dempsey College of Liberal and Performing Arts undergraduate… 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
SAU MPA student helps make Arkansas schools safer for students with epilepsy
Dominque Brown knew that when she graduated from Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, in 2010 with a degree in Social Work that she wanted to make a difference in the world. Now the Foreman, Arkansas, native has helped pass legislation that impacts almost 5,000 students in Arkansas schools who have seizure disorders. On March 16, 2023,… Read More
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