On Thursday, Southern Arkansas University welcomed distinguished guests as Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and her cabinet graced the campus during her visit to Magnolia, designated as the Arkansas Capital for the Day. The historic occasion marked a pivotal moment for both the University and the community as they received the esteemed leader of the state. Sanders’ visit to… Read More
Southern Arkansas University projects supports national days of service
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy, Southern Arkansas University recently hosted food drive events in partnership with Engage Arkansas. The Black Student Association and Greek organizations held an on-campus food drive to collect canned goods. These donations were provided to the Mulerider Market, which serves our most vulnerable students on… Read More
Southern Arkansas University announces committee to begin national presidential search
Committee selection for the nationwide search of Southern Arkansas University’s next president has been completed. SAU Board of Trustees member and chair of the 2024 SAU presidential search committee, Monty Harrington, announces the selection of the following representatives for the presidential search committee: Monty Harrington, Chair of Search Committee Donna Allen, Vice President for Student… Read More
Southern Arkansas University moves forward with presidential search committee
Southern Arkansas University Board of Trustees met today to discuss personnel changes regarding the SAU presidential search. After calling the meeting to order, board chair, Erica Woods, called the roll of board members, and all were present. Board members then exited into executive session. Upon returning from the session, the board chair, Erica Woods, reconvened… Read More
SAU System Board of Trustees to meet February 1 via Zoom
The Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees will meet in session at 5:45 p.m. Thursday, February 1, 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/85758561765?pwd=T1M0RElwWEsxaDE4cURPU0oxVmlRQT09. Meeting ID: 857 5856 1765, passcode: 261619. To join the meeting via audio only, dial… Read More
Windgate Foundation continues partnership with SAU to enrich education and enhance lives
Southern Arkansas University proudly announces a continued partnership with the Windgate Foundation through a transformative, multi-year grant of $400,000. This grant will provide annual contributions of $200,000 over two years, supporting the Windgate Scholars Program, a program that focuses on the most financially vulnerable students, and the College of Education and Human Performance. The Windgate… Read More
Dr. Ben Johnson presents on voting rights in Arkansas on January 23
Southern Arkansas University continues to host the prestigious Smithsonian traveling exhibit Voices and Votes: Democracy in America at SAU Beyond the Campus, on the west side of the town square in Magnolia, Arkansas. This collaborative endeavor between Southern Arkansas University and the Smithsonian Institution promises an engaging exploration of America’s democratic evolution, spotlighting pivotal moments that… Read More
SAU Police Department expands thanks to COPS Hiring Program grant
The Southern Arkansas University System Police Department will hire two additional positions to their staff in 2024. The expansion was made possible by a $250,000 grant from the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS). SAU was one of eight police departments in the state of Arkansas to receive funding to hire more officers under… Read More
Southern Arkansas University Tech welcomes Jerry W. Thomas as chancellor
After a comprehensive search process, Southern Arkansas University proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Jerry W. Thomas as the new Southern Arkansas University Tech chancellor. With a proven track record of leadership and dedication to higher education for the past 29 years, Thomas assumes this pivotal role effective January 10, 2024. Bringing with him a… Read More
Southern Arkansas University honors Dr. Rodney L. Griffin for years of service
Dr. Rodney L. Griffin’s remarkable medical career has been characterized by dedication and excellence. Dr. Griffin attended Southern State College from 1962 to 1965, whereafter he earned his bachelor of science in pharmacy from the University of Arkansas Pharmacy School. Dr. Griffin went on to earn his MD from the University of Arkansas School of… Read More