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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 System Board of Trustees to meet May 20 via Zoom

The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees will meet in session at 8:30 a.m. Monday, May 20, 2024, via Zoom. The agenda includes personnel changes to be discussed in executive session. To access the Zoom meeting, go to https://saumag-edu.zoom.us/j/84720466328?pwd=T3NQVmg4SEpSK2NsOUdsblV6Y29ldz09. Meeting ID: 847 2046 6328, passcode: 771496. To join the meeting via audio only, dial… 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

Finalists named for the presidential search at Southern Arkansas University

The Southern Arkansas University presidential search committee is pleased to announce that after a thorough and rigorous search process, two candidates have emerged as finalists for the position of University president. The finalists, Dr. Bruno Hicks and Dr. Phillip Wilson, bring with them a wealth of experience, expertise, and a shared commitment to advancing the… Read More

SAU System Board of Trustees to meet April 8 via Zoom

The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees will meet in session at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024, via Zoom. The agenda includes academic program changes. To access the Zoom meeting via the internet, go to https://saumag-edu.zoom.us/j/88006880802?pwd=aDFNVEMveFUvSWN3UjZCM3FmdGhJUT09.  Meeting ID: 880 0688 0802, passcode: 075162.  In the event of internet interruptions due to the… 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

SAU System Board of Trustees hears positive updates in regular meeting

The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees met on Thursday, March 7, on the SAU-Magnolia campus in a regularly scheduled session. The first item of business was to accept the minutes from the previous Board of Trustees meeting. The minutes were approved. The next item on the agenda was the annual election of officers…. Read More

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