As the latest coronavirus variant, Omicron, is producing challenges, Southern Arkansas University gears up for the spring semester, with classes scheduled to begin Wednesday, January 12. After careful consideration and evaluation for the overall well-being of SAU’s campus community, the Risk Management Task Force has announced updated public health policies for the return to campus…. Read More
SAU announces safety procedures for 20-21 academic year
As Southern Arkansas University looks forward to beginning the 20-21 academic year August 11, Dr. Trey Berry, president, urges students, faculty, and staff to be heroes by practicing the safety protocols established to maintain a healthy campus. “This year will be like no other in our history, but we are in this journey together,” Berry… Read More
Southern Arkansas University announces Fall 2020 semester to begin August 11
In response to the COVID-19 situation, Southern Arkansas University has modified its calendar for Fall 2020. Classes will now begin Aug. 11, 2020, and end Nov. 20, 2020. “We are truly excited to welcome our students back to campus,” said Dr. Trey Berry, SAU’s president. “Over the past few months we’ve heard from countless students… Read More
SAU System makes plans for students to return for Fall 2020
The campuses of the Southern Arkansas University System (SAU in Magnolia and SAU Tech in Camden) are working tirelessly taking precautions and planning for its campuses to re-open for the fall semester. Because the health and safety of students, faculty and staff remains our top priority, the Risk Management Task Force is working diligently to… Read More
SAU postpones Spring Commencement ceremonies
Southern Arkansas University is committed to the safety and wellbeing of its students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. During this worldwide pandemic, the University has been forced to make unprecedented decisions in an effort to protect its most valuable asset — its people. Because of this, SAU is announcing that the May 2020 commencement ceremonies will be postponed and combined with its summer ceremonies on August 7 and August 8.
Degrees for spring graduates will be conferred in May and students will receive diplomas this summer. However, the University welcomes all graduates, along with their families and friends, to have the opportunity to celebrate this milestone by attending a full commencement ceremony in August. Students will receive more information regarding these ceremonies from the Office of the Registrar in the coming weeks.
SAU Coronavirus Update, March 19, 2020: SAU Implements Remote Work Policy for Employees
Because of the continued public health concern, effective March 30, SAU employees will work remotely or from home with the exception of those who will be reporting to campus on rotating schedules to meet critical staffing needs. On-campus student services will continue to be provided as previously stated. Housing is still open, dining services will… Read More
SAU Coronavirus Update March 18, 2020: Counseling Services Continue, No Presumptive Cases
We are again grateful to report that to date we have no confirmed cases on the campuses of the SAU System. Our faculty and staff are working continuously to move curriculum delivery online, student services online, and follow the Centers for Disease Control and local and state health officials’ guidelines to minimize the spread of… Read More
SAU Coronavirus Update, March 16, 2020
Travel Updates, Changes to Campus Tour Schedule, and Payroll Benefits for Students Recently in response to COVID-19, federal guidelines mandated institutions of higher education to provide payroll benefits to student workers currently receiving federal work-study financial aid and allowing suspension of student work. This change in federally supported student aid provides students who depend on… Read More
SAU Coronavirus Update March 15, 2020
Update to Travel Restrictions, Campus Events, Testing Center, and Employee Leave Regarding Health Risk and Childcare The Risk Management Task Force held a specially called meeting Sunday, March 15, at 4:00 PM to address the changes in the public landscape regarding COVID-19. As of this evening, Arkansas public schools are closed mandatorily beginning March 17… Read More
SAU Coronavirus Update March 13, 2020
Today the SAU System proceeded with plans to move course delivery online by March 30. SAU Tech released its plan for the remainder of the spring semester. SAU faculty and staff have pulled together to facilitate changes in curriculum delivery and student services to be ready to meet campus needs. We know that many questions… Read More
