1930-1939 Lois (Elmore) Clayton ’31, December 13, 2011 James L. Smith ’37, January 30, 2012 1940-1949 Dorothy (Green) Hennessy ’47, December 28, 2011 Robert Neill ’48, December 28, 2011 V. Jo (Stanley) Runnels ’47, February 7, 2012 Benny Walthall ’47 Harold Fincher, ’46, June 7, 2012 1950-1959 James Thomas Duncan
Reality shows were nowhere on Shaun Smith’s radar when he came to Southern Arkansas University to compete with the nationally competitive rodeo team and pursue a degree in marketing. The Emmet native gained more than a top-notch education and calf-roping awards, he gained a little celebrity and experience in front
Claudia “Penny” Lyons was honored this year for her 30 years of service as a Mulerider. Lyons has worn many hats during her time at SAU. The first half of her career was spent as a member of the nursing faculty, during which time she was honored with the Faculty
Southern Arkansas University’s FOSSUS (from the earth) dinosaur exhibit made its debut on March 16 at the Southwest Arkansas Regional Science Fair held at SAU. The educational exhibit was recently donated to the University by Saundra Van Cleef Lewis, Dr. Charles McGahey, and the family of Roger Van Cleef .
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to grow up in the White House? That will be the topic of conversation for David and Julie Eisenhower, speakers for the eighth annual Farmers Bank & Trust Distinguished Speaker Series on Thursday, Sept. 13. Those attending the dinner will get
Southern Arkansas University hosted a dedication ceremony for the Ronnie Ribble Strength Training Center on Wednesday, Feb. 29. The facility is located behind Goodheart Field. The Ribble Strength Training Center provides a place for the University’s athletic teams to conduct strength training and conditioning. Teams previously conducted this training in
Southern Arkansas University has announced the members of its 10th Sports Hall of Fame class. The class will be inducted during a ceremony at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 19, in the Grand Hall of the Donald W. Reynolds Campus and Community Center. The 2012 Sports Hall of Fame class
Andy Sharpe was introduced as the new men’s basketball coach at Southern Arkansas in April. He has served the past five years as head coach at NAIA-affiliated Martin Methodist College in Pulaski, Tenn. Sharpe brings eight years of coaching experience to the Muleriders, seven as a head coach in which
Women’s golf student-athlete Whitley Patterson of Meridian, Texas, and men’s golfer Travis Chrietzberg of Longview, Texas, were honored with the coveted Auburn Smith Awards at the annual Southern Arkansas University All-Sports Banquet. The Auburn Smith Award, given annually to both a women’s and men’s student-athlete, is the most prestigious honor
Southern Arkansas University President Dr. David Rankin has announced the appointment of Steve Browning as director of athletics effective July 1. Browning has served as interim director of athletics since December 1 and will continue to serve dually as head baseball coach. “Coach Browning has done an outstanding job balancing
