We know how meaningful and memorable a commencement is to a student. After reaching one of the most important milestones in their lives, they should be celebrated for their accomplishments. This year’s seniors have shown extraordinary strength, courage, and resilience during these challenging times, and we want them to know how proud we are of each of them. So although we can’t gather together in person this year, we would like to take this opportunity to honor our graduates with a virtual ceremony. See the Upward Bound Class of 2020 and hear an inspiring message from our speaker, Mr. Corrigan Revels, a former SAU Upward Bound participant.
Corrigan Revels
Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Development
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Corrigan Revels was born on November 11, 1992 in Magnolia, Arkansas. Prior to graduating from Magnolia High School, he attended Waldo Public Schools before the consolidation. He is a proud 2011 SAU Upward Bound graduate. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication: Motion Pictures (May 2015); and a Master’s degree in Higher Education: Student Affairs (May 2017), from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. He was a College & Career Coach at University of Arkansas Pulaski Tech before accepting the position of Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Development at UALR. As a College and Career coach, he helped local high school students prepare for college and/or workforce after graduating high school. The rest of his time was dedicated towards film and service. Corrigan has a strong passion for telling meaningful stories that can impact viewers. He believes in the power of storytelling and understands the influence that filmmakers can have, when given the platform. One of Corrigan’s most rewarding moments is when he was nominated for the Arkansas Community Service Award, and he was one of six honorees of 2018. Giving back and community service is something that Corrigan is very passionate about. In fact, he is the founder and executive director of the Arkansas Minority Film & Arts Association. This organization is dedicated to the development and awareness of filmmakers and artists of color. Overall, pursuing his purpose, being a husband to his beautiful wife, and mentoring, drives him to become better every day.