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Students from Southern Arkansas University assist with tornado disaster relief in Wynne, Arkansas

The SAU’s culture of caring shined bright recently when 26 students and staff dropped everything they were doing to aid those impacted by recent storm damage. On March 31, 2023, residents of Wynne, Arkansas, and other areas of Arkansas, were aware of the threat of spring tornado weather alerts. As the day progressed, it became… Read More

National disc golf champion Whitney Brown reflects on her journey

When Bryant, Arkansas, native Whitney Brown began her studies at Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, in 2016, she’d never heard of disc golf. In fact, Whitney assumed she’d only compete in volleyball. But Whitney’s collegiate career changed in 2018 when a friend handed her a disc and invited her to play. Though she was new to… Read More

SAU to host “Forever a Mulerider” homecoming on October 1

Southern Arkansas University is thrilled to welcome back our Mulerider alumni and friends for a week of fun and tradition. This year’s homecoming theme is “Forever a Mulerider.” Behind this homecoming theme sits rich SAU history. When G.R. Turrentine welcomed his team from the Third District Agricultural School to his home following a Thanksgiving Day… Read More

Southern Arkansas University to host Family Day on September 24

The time has finally arrived to continue one of Southern Arkansas University’s most treasured traditions – Family Day! Family Day is set for September 24, 2022, with a full schedule of family-friendly events planned throughout the day, beginning at 11:00 a.m. and culminating with a Mulerider football kickoff at 6:00 p.m. “We are so excited… Read More

SAU welcomes the largest enrollment in school’s history

Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, has exceeded its enrollment predictions with increases in first-year, transfer, and graduate students. SAU is celebrating a record-breaking enrollment with 5,094 Muleriders, a 15% increase for fall 2022. SAU’s commitment to offering in-demand programs and providing a “culture of caring” approach has provided a tremendous appeal to a diverse group of students…. Read More

Southern Arkansas University Commencement ceremonies set for May 6

Southern Arkansas University will come together to honor over 500 spring 2022 graduates during three commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 6, in the W.T. Watson Athletic Center. The Rankin College of Business and the College of Liberal and Performing Arts ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m., while the ceremony for the College of Education and… Read More

SAU to host “Love and Loyalty” Homecoming Week October 4-9

Southern Arkansas University is thrilled to celebrate Homecoming October 4-9, 2021, with a whole week of exciting traditions and events. The theme for Homecoming 2021 is Love and Loyalty, representing the completion of the Love and Loyalty Campaign. The Campaign Celebration takes place on Friday, October 8, and Saturday, October 9. The Love and Loyalty… Read More

Southern Arkansas University to host Family Day on Saturday, September 18

The time has finally arrived to continue one of Southern Arkansas University’s most treasured traditions! Family Day will take place on Saturday, September 18, 2021. The schedule of events will begin at 11:00 a.m. and continue throughout the day with activities for everyone to enjoy. The Family Day 2021 schedule of events will be as follows:… Read More

Suttle receives Homegrown by Heroes scholarship

Michael Suttle, an agriculture business major at Southern Arkansas University, has received the 2021 Homegrown by Heroes scholarship from the Arkansas Department of Agriculture and Farm Credit Associations of Arkansas. He was awarded $1,000 for the fall semester. The Arkansas Department of Agriculture and Farm Credit Associations of Arkansas provide scholarships to military veterans and… Read More

SAU honors professional and support staff with awards

Members of Southern Arkansas University’s non-teaching professional and support staff were recently recognized for excellence and years of service during a virtual year-end staff meeting hosted by Dr. Trey Berry, SAU president. Receiving the 2021 Mary Anna King Whitehead Support Staff Excellence Awards were Angela Collins, Administrative Specialist I – Behavioral and Social Sciences, and… Read More

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