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
SAU to honor nine alumni at Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner
The Southern Arkansas University Alumni Association, Inc. will honor nine outstanding SAU alumni during the organization’s annual Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Tickets may be purchased online at www.saualumni.com/alumnidinner or by calling the Alumni Office at (870) 235-4079. Individual tickets are $20, or a table with eight seats… Read More
Dr. Connie Wilson named vice president for advancement at Southern Arkansas University

Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Connie Wilson as the University’s next vice president for advancement. Her appointment comes after a comprehensive search process, and she officially began her new role on December 2, 2024. Wilson, who has been a dedicated member of the SAU community for over 15 years,… Read More
Emmitt Smith energizes sold-out crowd at the 19th annual Farmers Bank and Trust Distinguished Speaker Series

Farmers Bank and Trust proudly hosted NFL legend Emmitt Smith as the keynote speaker for the Distinguished Speaker Series at Southern Arkansas University on September 26. The W.T. Watson Athletic Center was elegantly transformed to host a sold-out crowd of SAU supporters and students eager to hear from the NFL’s all-time leading rusher. This year’s… Read More
Cagen Knoles takes the reins as the new SAU Mulerider
Southern Arkansas University is thrilled to announce that Cagen Knoles has been selected as the next Mulerider, the iconic mascot representing the University. Knoles takes over the reins of this prestigious position from the former Mulerider and recent SAU graduate, Malli Dooly of Emerson, AR. Cagen Knoles, a senior agricultural education major from Paris, AR,… Read More
Dr. Bruno Hicks named the 13th president of Southern Arkansas University
Southern Arkansas University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Bruno Hicks as its 13th president, effective June 17, 2024. Dr. Hicks brings to the role a wealth of experience in higher education administration, a commitment to academic excellence, and a vision for the future of SAU. The SAU Board of Trustees unanimously approved… Read More
SAU will honor seven Mulerider alumni at Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner on May 9
The Southern Arkansas University Alumni Association, Inc. will honor seven outstanding SAU alums during the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Tickets may be purchased online at www.saualumni.com/alumnidinner or by calling the Alumni Office at (870) 235-4079. Individual tickets are $20, or a table with eight seats can… Read More
Southern Arkansas University begins national search for president
The national search for the next leader of Southern Arkansas University is officially underway. SAU just released the presidential position profile, official position announcement, and presidential search webpage. The profile outlines the qualifications, characteristics, and expectations of leadership for candidates interested in assuming the presidency of SAU. The presidential profile is available on the University’s… Read More
Southern Arkansas University announces committee to begin national presidential search
Committee selection for the nationwide search of Southern Arkansas University’s next president has been completed. SAU Board of Trustees member and chair of the 2024 SAU presidential search committee, Monty Harrington, announces the selection of the following representatives for the presidential search committee: Monty Harrington, Chair of Search Committee Donna Allen, Vice President for Student… Read More
SAU System Board of Trustees hears positive updates in regular meeting
The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, December 7, at the SAU campus in Magnolia. The Board heard a variety of agenda items, including campus highlights and updates, a resolution for the SAU Tech campus, academic changes for SAU and SAU Tech, and an update on the SAU… Read More
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