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
Southern Arkansas University launches new Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management for Fall 2026
Southern Arkansas University has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management, with enrollment beginning in Fall 2026. The program, housed in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences in the Dempsey College of Liberal and Performing Arts, is designed to meet growing demand for trained emergency management professionals across government,… Read More
SAU alum serves in Africa with Peace Corps
Mulerider alum Kamrin Hooks of Shreveport, LA, is currently serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Lesotho (pronounced luh-SOO-too), where she is teaching life skills, basic arithmetic, and English as part of a two-year assignment. Hooks has always preferred to stay busy. A former scholarship track athlete, President’s Ambassador, and president of her sorority Alpha… Read More
SAU professor’s artwork selected for 13th International Art Competition and Exhibition in Salt Lake City
SAU Associate Professor of Art Rhaelene Rollins Lowther was selected for the 13th International Art Competition and Exhibition in Salt Lake City, UT. With nearly 600 applicants from around the world submitting their work, Lowther’s entry was one of 150 chosen. Her piece “Weaving Life with Light and Love” was on display at the Church… Read More
Southern Arkansas University commencement ceremonies set for May 8 and 9
Southern Arkansas University will come together to honor over 500 spring 2026 graduates during three undergraduate ceremonies on Friday, May 8, and a graduate ceremony on Saturday, May 9. The ceremonies will be held in the W.T. Watson Athletic Center. Friday, May 8 – Undergraduate Ceremonies 8:00 a.m. – Department of Nursing Pinning Ceremony, Grand… Read More
LiTHIUMLEARNS announces $25,000 donation from Chevron to fuel STEM education in southwest Arkansas
LiTHIUMLEARNS today announced a $25,000 donation from Chevron. LiTHIUMLEARNS, an initiative of Southern Arkansas University, is dedicated to building a skilled talent pipeline for the region’s emerging critical minerals industry. This contribution will directly support its STEM education and workforce development programs, including the Mobile STEM Lab set to begin visiting K-12 school districts across… Read More
SAU to host AI workshop series this April
Southern Arkansas University is excited to host a series of engaging workshops this April, offering practical insights into the world of artificial intelligence (AI). These sessions, designed for various audiences, will equip participants with the tools to integrate AI into their daily routines, business operations, and advanced technical applications. The workshops will be held on… Read More
SAU receives transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation
SAU receives transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce a transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to establish the Windgate Scholars Program Scholarship Endowment, marking the largest single donor gift for scholarships in the University’s history. “This is a defining day for Southern Arkansas University,”… Read More
Southern Arkansas University Students and Faculty Visit ExxonMobil Houston Campus (EMHC) in Spring, TX and Baytown Facilities
Southern Arkansas University students and faculty recently participated in an immersive, multi-day industry engagement experience through the LiTHIUMLEARNS program. Sponsored and hosted by ExxonMobil, the group toured the EMHC and Baytown refinery facilities. During the EMHC visit, participants learned about ExxonMobil’s history, toured research facilities, and saw first-hand the emphasis the corporation puts on valuing its… Read More
SAU Biology Department awarded $50,000 start-up package to launch Public Health Informatics Laboratory
Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce that the Department of Biology has been selected to receive a $50,000 New Faculty Recruitment Start-up Package through the Arkansas IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE). This competitive award was granted in recognition of the innovative lab initiative proposed by Dr. Samia Amin, newly appointed assistant professor… Read More
