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Record SAU Band marching toward ‘perfect size’

The SAU Band is growing by leaps and bounds and will not only expand its rehearsal room in 2019, but fill its own residence hall. J.P. Wilson, director of bands and assistant professor of music, said the size and quality of the band attracts dozens of new applications each day. The Magale Rehearsal Room, located… Read More

Albemarle gifts SAU’s College of Science and Engineering with generous endowment

Albemarle Corporation and the Albemarle Foundation-Magnolia Council recently increased their partnership with Southern Arkansas University through a generous commitment to the College of Science and Engineering. The investment of $100,000 will fund an endowment that will provide annual resources for equipment, technology and instruction. These funds are crucial in moving the program forward to ensure… Read More

SAU Foundation announces new board members

The Southern Arkansas University Foundation has announced the addition of three SAU alumni members to the SAU Foundation Board of Governors. The new members are JoBeth Glass, Larry Henderson and Jennifer Pierce. They reflect a diverse range of experiences and careers, including an attorney, a CPA, and an insurance business owner. They were added to the… Read More

Let the games begin: eSports thriving at Southern Arkansas University

There has been no lag in Southern Arkansas University’s response to the national trending of eSports popularity on college campuses. Josh Turner, a senior Mass Communication: Mass Media major from Texarkana, Arkansas, is student advisor to eSports. The program grew from the Gaming Guild that Turner helped establish here during his freshman year. He calls… Read More

SAU RCB hosts Backpack to Briefcase week

Resume writing, mock interviews and dressing for success were all a part of a special week sponsored by the Rankin College of Business (RCB) at Southern Arkansas University. The RCB recently hosted its first annual Backpack to Briefcase week from Oct. 8-12, 2018. “The Backpack to Briefcase week was a success,” said Dr. Robin Sronce,… Read More

SAU hosts Fall Commencements Dec. 7

  Southern Arkansas University is scheduled to recognize 125 graduate students and 170 undergraduates during three Fall Commencement ceremonies at 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, December 7, 2018. All ceremonies will take place in the gymnasium at the W.T. Watson Athletic Center. The 4 p.m. graduation will recognize associates and bachelor’s… Read More

SAU invites community ‘home’ for Nov. 29 Celebration of Lights

Southern Arkansas University welcomes everyone “Home for the Holidays” for the annual Celebration of Lights on November 29, 2018. The event kicks off with the family Christmas movie, “Home Alone,” at 3 p.m. in Foundation Hall. Showings are also scheduled for 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Personalized holiday bears will be available at no charge… Read More

Concert to feature interactive and classic mix of seasonal favorites

The Southern Arkansas University Heritage Singers and Chamber Singers will combine in a performance of Francis Poulenc’s “Gloria” at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 18, 2018, in the sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church. The performance is free and open to the public. The First United Methodist Church is located at 320 West Main… Read More

SAU’s annual Veterans Day Tribute Nov. 12

Wear your patriotic colors to Southern Arkansas University’s annual Veterans Day tribute from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Monday, November 12, 2018. The event will be held at the Reynolds Center, Foundation Hall, on the University campus. The SAU President’s Ambassadors will provide shuttle services from the parking areas as needed. All veterans attending the tribute… Read More

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