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The Southern Arkansas University College of Science and Engineering recognized five faculty members as recipients of its 2025–2026 Outstanding Awards during the college’s annual back-to-school meeting in August. The Outstanding Awards are among the college’s highest honors, presented annually to faculty members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and achievement in
Southern Arkansas University, in partnership with the City of Magnolia, the Magnolia-Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, and the SAU Alumni Association, will host the 9th annual Blue & Gold Day on Tuesday, August 18, 2026,
SAU Theatre & Dance students have traveled the country this summer to gain hands-on experience through numerous summer intensives. From Arkansas to New York and cities in between, Muleriders took to the boards to learn
Southern Arkansas University has named William Cattell the inaugural recipient of the Dr. Bob L. Burns Military Service Scholarship. A veteran, retired law enforcement officer, and now a school administrator, Cattell is using the award
Southern Arkansas University hosted its second year of the Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) Academy, an initiative funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration and coordinated in partnership with the University of Arkansas for
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Established in 1909, SAU has built on its dedication to student achievement and continues to grow, both on-campus and online, with more than 100 degrees in four distinct colleges and the School of Graduate Studies.
Nestled in a quiet and beautiful part of south Arkansas, SAU is a great place to call home and to study a broad range of academic programs, including some unique offerings to the state and region. Along with boasting a complete college experience on campus, the University is a short drive from outdoor activities and is central to many regional hubs, such as Texarkana, Shreveport, Little Rock, etc.
