SAU Honors College

The SAU Honors College was founded in 2003 by Dr. David Rankin, president of SAU. Dr. Lynne Belcher served as founding director and is retired from SAU. The Honors College seeks and admits qualified students who seek to pursue a serious academic program with equally gifted peers and committed teachers. Honors classes are small and provide academically enriching opportunities for students and the faculty who teach them. Currently, SAU enrolls nearly 170 honors students and graduates about 66% of admitees in four years or less. Anyone interested in applying to the Honors College or seeking further information should contact the director, Dr. Edward P. Kardas at epkardas@saumag.edu or at 870 904-8897.
Showing posts with label 2025 Honors Recognition. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2025 Honors Recognition. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

NCHC 2025

The National Collegiate Honors Council held their annual conference this year in San Diego. SAUs Honors students: Justin Gravett, Cole Roberts, Jenna Holmes presented posters showcasing their research done throughout the year. Additionally, five Honors College professors: Ed Kardas, Antoinette Odendaal, Brianna McCartney, Hayder Zghair, and Nathan Lambert held a panel discussion board. The faculty members discussed the development of the full honors courses offered over the years at SAU since Covid-19.  

Dr. Ed Kardas, Dr. Antoinette Odendaal, Dr. Brianna McCartney, Dr. Hayder Zghair, and Professor Nathan Lambert


Students Cole Roberts, Justin Gravett, and Jenna Holmes with Dr. Brianna McCartney, Dr. Hayder Zghair, and Professor Nathan Lambert.




Over 300 students from different colleges around the country presented their research from this year. The SAU Honors College is very proud of all students, and faculty for all of their hard work! 

Monday, April 7, 2025

Honors Recognition Ceremony

This years SAU Honors Graduate Recognition Ceremony had a wonderful turn out! Students received a warm welcome from Dr. Wilson.

Students were congratulated for their years of hard work and received their Honors College Medallion. They were also given the opportunity to win some wonderful door prizes including the beautiful table donated by Ivan Smith.  


Thank you to the SAU faculty and staff that helped put it all together and congratulations students!