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Southern Arkansas University to host Family Day on September 21

The time has finally arrived to continue one of Southern Arkansas University’s most treasured traditions – Family Day! Family Day is set for September 21, 2024, beginning at 11:00 a.m., with a full schedule of family-friendly events planned throughout the day. The festivities will wrap up with an exciting Mulerider football game at 6:00 p.m…. Read More

Sheila Pearson named 2024 SAU Honor Professor

Sheila Pearson, associate professor of information systems, was named the Southern Arkansas University Honor Professor for 2024 at the spring faculty meeting on April 19, 2024. The highest accolade bestowed upon faculty at SAU, the award recognizes those who display excellence in teaching, research and service. Pearson received the ceremonial University mace from Dr. Tim… Read More

SAU Upward Bound to present “Mack to the Past” on July 11

The Upward Bound program at Southern Arkansas University will present a drama production, “Mack to the Past,” on Thursday, July 11, at 6:30 p.m., at Harton Theater on the SAU campus. This production not only showcases the artistic talents of Upward Bound participants but also underscores the program’s commitment to nurturing creativity and academic achievement…. 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

SAU System Board of Trustees hears updates and approves budget

The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, June 27, on the SAU Tech campus in East Camden. Dr. Bruno Hicks, newly appointed SAU president, shared that he and his wife, Linda, are settling in nicely in Magnolia. Hicks noted that he is busy getting to know people, places, and… Read More

SAU team presents to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) on health disparities in southern Arkansas

Earlier this month, the Southern Arkansas University (SAU) College of Science and Engineering faculty made a significant presentation to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) in Little Rock, coinciding with a site visit by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The focus was on their innovative efforts to understand and mitigate health disparities… Read More

SAU Board of Trustees to meet on May 17 in Magnolia

The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees will meet in session at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 17, 2024, on the SAU campus. The agenda includes personnel changes to be discussed in executive session. Southern Arkansas University provides students with the complete college experience in a caring environment of service, innovation, and community. With more… Read More

Seven SAU graduates to attend medical school this fall

As the end of the academic year approaches, the biology department at Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce that seven of its graduates have been admitted into medical schools, marking a significant milestone in their academic and professional journey. Lauren Chambliss of Magnolia, AR, John Striednig of Lubbock, TX, and Morgan Schuster of Arlington,… Read More

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