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In fall 2020, in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, SAU
surpassed prior year enrollment numbers (excluding
high school enrollment) to record the institution's highest
freshman retention rate in its history.

golf course, golf driving range and eSports gaming
hub, more students choose to live on campus than
ever before.
The First Financial Bank Poultry Education Facility
opened in February 2021, launching SAU's new
poultry studies curriculum that will meet state and
regional industry needs.
The University has expanded the Richard O.
Oliver Band Hall to accommodate the fast-growing
Mulerider Band, boasting over 160 members. The
Alexander-Warnock and Ozmer Historic Farmstead
and Learning Center opened on campus in March
2020, honoring SAU's agricultural foundation while
also commemorating two families with deep Columbia
County roots.
A new building has also been constructed for
the College of Education and Human Performance.

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An indoor practice facility is in the works to be
constructed behind Wilkins Stadium for all SAU
sports teams and the Magnolia community.
The nursing program has taken great strides,
with program graduates ranked No. 1 among statesupported four-year universities in Arkansas for firsttime NCLEX pass rate (as reported by the State Board
of Nursing).
In fall 2020, in the midst of a worldwide pandemic,
SAU surpassed prior year enrollment numbers
(excluding high school enrollment) to record the
institution's highest freshman retention rate in its
history.
" This year has presented challenges, " Dr. Trey
Berry, SAU's president, says, " but together, we are
#MuleriderStrong, and we will make it our most
successful year yet! " 

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