For Briston and Carley Rains, running is more than a sport. It is a career, a calling, and a ministry. The two Southern Arkansas University graduates are the owners of Texas Outlaw Running, a company that hosts, markets, and operates running events across the country, with 70 races a year and growing. The idea started… Read More
SAU’s Kathy Gean takes food insecurity solutions to the national stage at 45th Annual First-Year Experience Conference

Southern Arkansas University’s Kathy Gean, director of Service Learning and SAU+VISTA, represented SAU on a national stage this spring, presenting at the 45th Annual First-Year Experience Conference in Seattle, WA. Her presentation, “Hunger on College Campuses and Garden-to-Market Solutions,” showcased SAU’s innovative, data-driven approach to addressing food insecurity among college students and highlighted the University’s… Read More
SAU names Dr. C. Neelie Dobbins dean of the College of Education and Human Performance

Southern Arkansas University is pleased to announce that Dr. C. Neelie Dobbins has been named Dean of the College of Education and Human Performance (CEHP), effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Dobbins assumes the role following more than 15 years of leadership at SAU, including nearly a decade as chair of the Department of Teacher Education… Read More
Southern Arkansas University launches new Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management for Fall 2026

Southern Arkansas University has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management, with enrollment beginning in Fall 2026. The program, housed in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences in the Dempsey College of Liberal and Performing Arts, is designed to meet growing demand for trained emergency management professionals across government,… Read More
Southern Arkansas University named Purple Star Campus for support of military students and families

Southern Arkansas University has been recognized as a Purple Star Campus by the Arkansas Department of Education and the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, honoring the University’s commitment to serving military-connected students and families. The Purple Star Campus designation recognizes colleges and universities that demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting military-affiliated students through resources, programming,… Read More
Southern Arkansas University commencement ceremonies set for May 8 and 9

Southern Arkansas University will come together to honor over 500 spring 2026 graduates during three undergraduate ceremonies on Friday, May 8, and a graduate ceremony on Saturday, May 9. The ceremonies will be held in the W.T. Watson Athletic Center. Friday, May 8 – Undergraduate Ceremonies 8:00 a.m. – Department of Nursing Pinning Ceremony, Grand… Read More
LiTHIUMLEARNS announces $25,000 donation from Chevron to fuel STEM education in southwest Arkansas

LiTHIUMLEARNS today announced a $25,000 donation from Chevron. LiTHIUMLEARNS, an initiative of Southern Arkansas University, is dedicated to building a skilled talent pipeline for the region’s emerging critical minerals industry. This contribution will directly support its STEM education and workforce development programs, including the Mobile STEM Lab set to begin visiting K-12 school districts across… Read More
SAU to host AI workshop series this April

Southern Arkansas University is excited to host a series of engaging workshops this April, offering practical insights into the world of artificial intelligence (AI). These sessions, designed for various audiences, will equip participants with the tools to integrate AI into their daily routines, business operations, and advanced technical applications. The workshops will be held on… Read More
SAU’s Spring Concert to feature Waka Flocka Flame on April 1, 2026

Southern Arkansas University is gearing up for its annual spring concert featuring rap powerhouse Waka Flocka Flame, with DJ Koldwrld as the opening act. Gates open at 6:00 p.m., with DJ Koldwrld taking the stage at 7:00 p.m. and Waka Flocka Flame headlining the night beginning at 8:00 p.m. in SAU’s Story Arena. Admission is… Read More
SAU receives transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation

SAU receives transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation Southern Arkansas University is proud to announce a transformational $4.5 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to establish the Windgate Scholars Program Scholarship Endowment, marking the largest single donor gift for scholarships in the University’s history. “This is a defining day for Southern Arkansas University,”… Read More
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