Happy Halloween from the SouthArk Foundation! We hope you have a STAR-tling night!
🎓 Alum Spotlight🎓
We are very excited to announce John Jameson as this month's South Arkansas College Alum Spotlight!
A 2008 Smackover High graduate, John began his college journey at South Arkansas College, where he discovered his passion for education. After completing the SouthArk–UAM partnership program in 2012, he joined the El Dorado School District as a teacher and coach — and has grown through every level of leadership since!
Now, as Head Principal at EHS, John continues to inspire students just as his mentors once inspired him.
From SouthArk student to school leader — John’s story proves that great things start close to home. 💜📚
We are very excited to announce John Jameson as this month's South Arkansas College Alum Spotlight!
A 2008 Smackover High graduate, John began his college journey at South Arkansas College, where he discovered his passion for education. After completing the SouthArk–UAM partnership program in 2012, he joined the El Dorado School District as a teacher and coach — and has grown through every level of leadership since!
Now, as Head Principal at EHS, John continues to inspire students just as his mentors once inspired him.
From SouthArk student to school leader — John’s story proves that great things start close to home. 💜📚
⚡️Electric Enthusiasm at SouthArk!⚡️
The talented team at Entergy and the brilliant architects behind the design are hard at work discussing plans for the Bill Howard Ballpark, set to open in Fall 2026! 🏟️⚾
These photos give a sneak peek into the teamwork and energy driving this incredible project forward. Every conversation, blueprint, and wire brings us one step closer to a space that will bring our campus and community together in a big way! 💙💛
Stay tuned—great things are on the horizon, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the ballpark next fall! 🎉
The talented team at Entergy and the brilliant architects behind the design are hard at work discussing plans for the Bill Howard Ballpark, set to open in Fall 2026! 🏟️⚾
These photos give a sneak peek into the teamwork and energy driving this incredible project forward. Every conversation, blueprint, and wire brings us one step closer to a space that will bring our campus and community together in a big way! 💙💛
Stay tuned—great things are on the horizon, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the ballpark next fall! 🎉
Don't miss out on the SkillsUSA Car Wash Fundraiser!
Are you ready to graduate? Apply now for December Graduation!
October 10th is the deadline to apply:
1. Complete the December 2025 Graduation Application on your MyCampus account.
2. Click on the STUDENT TAB, and you will find the application in the Graduation Application section.
3. Schedule an appointment with your Advisor! Use the following link to see the list of advisors and schedule your appointment:
http://www.southark.edu/advising
Never Forget
Congratulations to our Systems Student Art Contest honorable mentions!
Congratulations to our Systems Student Art Contest winners in grades 3 through 4!
Congratulations to our Systems Student Art Contest winners in grades 5 through 6!
Congratulations to our Systems Student Art Contest winners in grades 7 through 9!
Congratulations to our Systems Student Art Contest winners in grades 10 through 12!
Want a chance to win a Yeti Tundra Cooler?
Scan the QR code below, click the link below, or come to the SouthArk Outdoor Expo on Saturday, September 6, and speak with an Army Representative to enter for your chance to win!
https://www.goarmy.com/info?iom=BXMK
Scan the QR code below, click the link below, or come to the SouthArk Outdoor Expo on Saturday, September 6, and speak with an Army Representative to enter for your chance to win!
https://www.goarmy.com/info?iom=BXMK
Apply today!
Click the following link to fill out the online application https://form.jotform.com/222775087247060
Click the following link to fill out the online application https://form.jotform.com/222775087247060
A Final (but Sad) Watermelon Wednesday Update
We are very sad to announce that this will be the end of the updates on the watermelons growing in Heritage Plaza here on campus. On Tuesday afternoon, it was discovered that someone had uprooted the vine, taken the two smaller watermelons, and picked but left behind the large watermelon.
The watermelons brought a lot of joy to campus. Several of us met at the plant multiple times a week to watch its progress and admire the resilience and beauty of nature. We are sad that due to the selfishness of one (or a few) people, the whole of campus no longer gets to have these small but meaningful moments as a community.
To end this on a positive note, something as small as spitting a watermelon seed can bring people together. You never know which of the small actions you take will grow into something bigger and better.
And always remember: Smile, you’re on camera. 😊
We are very sad to announce that this will be the end of the updates on the watermelons growing in Heritage Plaza here on campus. On Tuesday afternoon, it was discovered that someone had uprooted the vine, taken the two smaller watermelons, and picked but left behind the large watermelon.
The watermelons brought a lot of joy to campus. Several of us met at the plant multiple times a week to watch its progress and admire the resilience and beauty of nature. We are sad that due to the selfishness of one (or a few) people, the whole of campus no longer gets to have these small but meaningful moments as a community.
To end this on a positive note, something as small as spitting a watermelon seed can bring people together. You never know which of the small actions you take will grow into something bigger and better.
And always remember: Smile, you’re on camera. 😊
🍉 Watermelon Wednesday! An Update on Our Friends in Heritage Plaza! 🌱
Since there has been so much interest in the Watermelon plant that is unexpectedly growing here on campus, we have decided to start posting updates every other Wednesday until the Watermelon(s) are ready to be harvested!
Our original watermelon has officially grown to 12 inches from stem to stern! We are also welcoming two new Watermelon friends to campus, growing alongside the original! 🌞🍉
The plant continues to grow like a wildfire. We can't wait to see how many fruits we get before the first freeze!
Since there has been so much interest in the Watermelon plant that is unexpectedly growing here on campus, we have decided to start posting updates every other Wednesday until the Watermelon(s) are ready to be harvested!
Our original watermelon has officially grown to 12 inches from stem to stern! We are also welcoming two new Watermelon friends to campus, growing alongside the original! 🌞🍉
The plant continues to grow like a wildfire. We can't wait to see how many fruits we get before the first freeze!
🍉 Surprise in Heritage Plaza! 🌱
We’ve got an unexpected guest growing at SouthArk — a watermelon plant has popped up in Heritage Plaza and just produced its first fruit! 🎉
We're pretty sure it got its start the old-fashioned way… someone probably enjoying a summertime snack and spit a seed into the flower bed. And now — boom — watermelon magic! 🌞🍉
It’s thriving, and we’re rooting for it (pun intended). Just another reminder that you never know what might grow when you plant a little joy — or a stray seed.
We’ve got an unexpected guest growing at SouthArk — a watermelon plant has popped up in Heritage Plaza and just produced its first fruit! 🎉
We're pretty sure it got its start the old-fashioned way… someone probably enjoying a summertime snack and spit a seed into the flower bed. And now — boom — watermelon magic! 🌞🍉
It’s thriving, and we’re rooting for it (pun intended). Just another reminder that you never know what might grow when you plant a little joy — or a stray seed.
🎓 Once a SouthArk Student, Always Family 💙
To our amazing alumni —
No matter how far you’ve gone or how long it’s been, we hope you still carry a little piece of SouthArk with you. Maybe it’s the friends you made, the professors who believed in you, or the memories tucked between classes, late-night study sessions, and laughter in the plaza.
You helped shape our story, and your journey inspires today’s students to dream big and keep going.
We’d love to hear where life has taken you — drop a memory in the comments or tag a classmate you still keep in touch with! 💬👣
And remember, the SouthArk Foundation is always here, cheering you on and keeping the legacy strong. 💛
To our amazing alumni —
No matter how far you’ve gone or how long it’s been, we hope you still carry a little piece of SouthArk with you. Maybe it’s the friends you made, the professors who believed in you, or the memories tucked between classes, late-night study sessions, and laughter in the plaza.
You helped shape our story, and your journey inspires today’s students to dream big and keep going.
We’d love to hear where life has taken you — drop a memory in the comments or tag a classmate you still keep in touch with! 💬👣
And remember, the SouthArk Foundation is always here, cheering you on and keeping the legacy strong. 💛
Campus Closure Notice
Just a reminder that SouthArk will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of the holiday. All offices and campus services will resume regular hours on Monday, July 7.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing break! 💙
Just a reminder that SouthArk will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of the holiday. All offices and campus services will resume regular hours on Monday, July 7.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing break! 💙
✨ At the SouthArk Foundation, we believe big dreams start right here—with community, compassion, and a lot of HEART.
Whether you support scholarships, cheer on our students, or simply believe in brighter futures, YOU make a difference.
We’re not just building careers—we’re building confidence, connection, and lifelong impact. And honestly? We’re having a great time doing it. 🎉🎓
Don't stop shooting for the STARS. The best is yet to come! 💫
🎓 From Classroom to Career: Your Impact in Action! 💼✨
Every success story at South Arkansas College begins with opportunity - and opportunity starts with you! Thanks to the generosity of our donors, students are gaining the education, confidence, and tools they need to step into the workforce and change their lives.
🌟 This is what community support looks like.
Your gift isn't just a donation—it's an investment in brighter futures.
Let’s keep the momentum going!
