Southern Arkansas University will keep its “Candle of Hope” illuminated throughout 2021 until the battle against the worldwide pandemic is won. Dr. Trey Berry, SAU president, said the annual conversion of the University’s bell tower to a beautiful holiday candle creates “a beacon that can be seen for miles around. As we move through our… Read More
SAU Board of Trustees to meet virtually Jan. 28
January 21, 2021

The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees will meet virtually at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, in the Reynolds Center Grand Hall. Board members and presenters only will meet face-to-face, observing COVID safety guidelines. Guests are invited to join on Zoom via smartphone, laptop or desktop at https://zoom.us/j/94077034917?pwd=VTZOcXZDSHB2WWJoK0xJd1FnbVBzUT09, using meeting ID 77034917 and passcode… Read More
SAU+VISTA, AmeriCorps partnership serves MJCL Backpack Program on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 19, 2021

EngageAR AmeriCorps awarded a grant to SAU+VISTA to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. as a National Day of Service. SAU+VISTA Fellows purchased food items for the Magnolia Junior Charity League Backpack Program. The Backpack Program currently services 80 children in K-6th grade at Magnolia School District and Emerson School District through their… Read More
John and Beverly Dews Scholarship benefits first-generation college students
January 18, 2021

Giving back to the hometown area that gave him his start inspired a Southern Arkansas University alumnus to endow a scholarship that will provide access to a quality education for Union County students. John Dews, former Simmons Bank of El Dorado chairman and CEO, and his wife, Beverly, a 1985 graduate of SAU-El Dorado, have… Read More
With continued focus on safety, SAU welcomes students back to campus
January 13, 2021

Southern Arkansas University is excited to welcome students back to campus for Spring Semester 2021. While some changes are necessary to remain in compliance with state and federal safety guidelines, SAU plans a robust academic semester and student experience in the midst of the pandemic. A mix of hybrid and in-person classes began Wednesday, Jan…. Read More
Applications accepted for in-person 2021 MKC and MTC
January 11, 2021

Following on the success of 2020’s Virtual Mulerider Kids College (MKC) and Mulerider Teen College (MTC) at Southern Arkansas University, plans are underway for the 2021 camps to be held in-person on the SAU campus. Proposals can now be submitted online for those interested in teaching a class during these summer camps.
Students praise SAU’s 2020 intersession
December 15, 2020

More than 200 students have taken advantage of Southern Arkansas University’s five-week fall intersession, which offers a variety of courses allowing students to earn credits over the winter break. Dr. Trey Berry, president of SAU, said the 2020 fall schedule was adjusted for COVID, ending in November but presenting a great opportunity for an intersession… Read More
SBA recognizes SAU’s Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center with 2020 award
December 10, 2020

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) at Southern Arkansas University was honored for its quality rural outreach by receiving the 2020 SBA Arkansas Small Business Development Center of the Year award at a virtual awards ceremony on November 12. ASBTDC Director Janell Morton and business consultant Kristen Cribb were recognized for achieving… Read More
SAU continues traditional community outreach with RHA Turkey Dinner, Angel Tree
December 8, 2020

Despite the challenges posed by the worldwide pandemic, Southern Arkansas University continues to engage its service area with holiday traditions aimed at reaching the neediest in our community. For the 20th year, the Annual Residence Hall Association Turkey Dinner provided a traditional Thanksgiving meal, including turkey and all the trimmings. SAU Housing partners each year… Read More
SAU to install additional speed bumps on campus
December 3, 2020

In an effort to slow traffic in high pedestrian areas, SAU will be adding new speed bumps in both lanes of traffic on North Jackson Street in front of Overstreet Hall. Signage for the new safety measures will be installed this week, and the speed bumps will be installed on Thursday, Dec. 10. Assistant University Police… Read More
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