The Rankin College of Business Hall of Fame was established in 2019 by the Business Advisory Council. Each year, the council selects alumni who have distinguished themselves in business, leadership, and service. On October 27, 2023, Gary Sewell, class of 1971, and Dr. Gayle White, class of 1963, were recognized
Dr. Jesse Filbrun – Faculty Associate Professor of Biology Dr. Jesse Filbrun is an associate professor of biology and the advisor for SAU’s Marine Biology degree option. He is a broadly trained freshwater and marine ecologist. He earned his B.S. in Biology from Bowling Green State University, Ohio, and his
Dr. Jessica Samples Dr. Megan Quebedeaux College of Education and Human Performance Southern Arkansas University has been ranked #12 in the nation as the Best Online Master’s Degree in Kinesiology by University HQ. Congratulations to HPSS Department Chair Steve Dingman and his amazing faculty and staff! The Human Performance and
Southern Arkansas University’s genuine culture of caring and service was on display with its most recent partnership with Tacos 4 Life and Feed My Starving Children (FMSC). The MobilePack event was organized by SAU’s Volunteer Coordinator, Katie Heese. Heese brought together the entirety of the freshmen class, other students, alumni,
Southern Arkansas University was honored to officially welcome Tacos 4 Life to campus with a grand opening celebration. Tacos 4 Life is well-known for its amazing tacos and unwavering commitment to fighting world hunger. For every taco sold, Tacos 4 Life donates a meal to a child in need through
In an exciting move to accommodate students, Southern Arkansas University opened a new space for students to unwind and socialize. The area, called the Mulerider Lounge, is located on the bottom floor of the Bruce Center. As requested by the Student Government Association, the concept became one of the University’s
The legacy of one man’s leadership, initiative, and love for students is being remembered. J Courson has left an indelible mark on the SAU campus and community through his unwavering dedication and establishment of enduring traditions. Courson began his time at SAU in 1981 as assistant dean of students, whereafter
It is truly great to be back in the saddle here in Mulerider Country at Southern Arkansas University. I am pleased that I can be of help during this period as we are searching for our next president. When Toni and I arrived in Magnolia in the fall of 1968,
The College of Education and Human Performance at Southern Arkansas University has been selected as one of two phase II recipients of a grant from Forward Arkansas. SAU is being awarded $798,830 as part of the implementation of phase II. This grant is a part of the Educator Preparation Program
Faculty Spotlight – Dr. Daniel McDermott Dr. Daniel McDermott joined the Southern Arkansas University Biology Department in the Fall of 2018. Daniel received his B.S. in Biology at Chadron State College in Chadron, Nebraska. He then attended the University of Iowa, received a Ph.D. in Immunology, and then joined the
