William “Steve” Keith has been appointed to the Southern Arkansas University Board of Trustees. Keith is an SAU alum and President of Farmers Bank & Trust. The appointment was announced by Gov. Mike Beebe on Monday, June 10, 2013. Keith will replace Ronnie Ribble of Hot Springs. The appointment expires January 14, 2018. Keith will… Read More
Commencement exercises set for May 4
Southern Arkansas University is set to confer degrees on 347 students during spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 4. Three ceremonies are planned. Students receiving degrees from the Department of Nursing will graduate during a ceremony at 2 p.m. in the Grand Hall of the Donald W. Reynolds Campus and Community Center. The speaker for… Read More
State University Leaders Announce Higher Education Compact
LITTLE ROCK – The presidents and chancellors of Arkansas’ 11 public universities and two university systems Tuesday issued a 16-point pledge to accountability, collaboration and cooperation aimed at addressing the state’s educational, social and economic needs and opportunities. Speaking at a news conference held in the State Capitol’s Rotunda, the education leaders unveiled their “Compact… Read More
Bill Stringfellow appointed to Board of Trustees
MAGNOLIA — Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe has announced the appointment of William “Bill” Stringfellow, a retired insurance executive and attorney from Little Rock, to the Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees. He replaces Nathan Evers of El Dorado, a two-term member of the Board who recently completed his second stint as chairman. “Governor Beebe… Read More
University recognized by Governor’s Quality Award Program
MAGNOLIA — A commitment to continuous improvement earned Southern Arkansas University state-wide recognition Monday night during the 16th annual Arkansas Governor’s Quality Awards celebration at the Peabody Hotel in Little Rock. A total of 18 business organizations were recognized on four award levels during the event. SAU President Dr. David Rankin accepted the Commitment Level… Read More
SAU Trustees approve $6.5 million bond issue for Agriculture Center
MAGNOLIA – Construction of a new Agriculture Center at Southern Arkansas University is one step closer to reality after the SAU System Board of Trustees gave administrators the green light for a $6.5 million bond issue for the project. The vote came during the trustees’ quarterly meeting on Thursday at the SAU Tech campus in… Read More
Governor Beebe will speak at University Science Center dedication
MAGNOLIA – Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe will be the featured speaker when Southern Arkansas University dedicates the new University Science Center at noon on Monday, April 5. The outdoor ceremony will take place in the plaza area directly in front of the facility. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the… Read More
Governor Beebe appoints two to SAU Board of Trustees
MAGNOLIA – Governor Mike Beebe has announced the appointment of two Magnolians to the Southern Arkansas University Board of Trustees. Ken Sibley has been appointed to a five year term and replaces Dr. D. Bud Dickson, outgoing chairman of the Board. Otis A. “Buddy” Franks, Jr., has been appointed to fill the remaining two years… Read More
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