SAU Honors College 2023 Entering Class

Modified: 2023-11-17 1:45 AM CDST


The SAU Honors College welcomes its entering class for 2023!

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The table below is alphabetical by class, fyi. The first 32 are in 9 am section, the second 30 in the10 am section, and the final 3 are in the online section.

See 2020 page HERE it will give you some ideas on how to describe yourselves

Photo Name/Major About Me Bucket List E-mail
 

9 am Class

     
Tyler Anderson/Marine Biology My name is Tyler Anderson, and I am a majoring in Marine Biology. In my free time I enjoy scuba diving and fishing. I hope to get my bachelor's at SAU, and then move on to get my master's out of state. I hope everyone has an amazing year and I'm happy to be a part of Honors College.   TJAnderson8773@muleriders.saumag.edu
Elizabeth Attebery/Modern Languages: Writing My name is Elizabeth Attebery, and I am an English major with an emphasis in writing. I enjoy reading and writing in my free time. I am very excited to be in my first year of college and meet new people!


  ELAttebery3892@muleriders.saumag.edu
Kaegen Bailey/History-Pol Sci: Social Studies Education My name is Kaegan Bailey, I have lived in three separate states and been to 6 different school districts, I have a dog that is a pit bull mix named Nugget or Nughead as everyone calls him. I graduated from Hillcrest High School in Dallas, Tx May of 2023. I enjoy reading, making short stories, going hiking and swimming. I am going to SAU to be a History Teacher so I can educate the next generation.   KABailey7504@muleriders.saumag.edu
Isaiah Calvert/Art and Design:Media and Marketing My name is Isaiah Calvert I am a media and marketing major. I enjoy playing video games with my friends and traveling with my family. I am a sophomore at Southern Arkansas University and have learned a lot of new skills during my time at SAU so far.   IMCalvert4734@muleriders.saumag.edu

William Clark/Computer Science     WAClark8154@muleriders.saumag.edu
Adrianna Day/History/Pol Sci: History My name is Adrianna Day and I am from Shreveport, Louisiana. I graduated from Northwood High School and followed my sister to SAU. I am a history major, but I am still unsure of what I want to do.   AEDay7267@muleriders.saumag.edu
Gibson Dyess/Biology: Pre-Health I am a first-generation college student. Once I graduate SAU, I plan to enter the medical field to work as a Physician's Assistant or a pediatric doctor in an emergency room and/or hospital.   GJDyess7362@muleriders.saumag.edu
Deziray Elkins/Pre-Nursing My name is Deziray Elkins and I'm from Sarepta, Louisiana. I am currently majoring in Pre-Nursing. I also intend to obtain my CRNA license later on.    DAElkins7924@muleriders.saumag.edu
Molly Fanning/Business Admin: General Business My name is Molly Fanning. I am from Haynesville, LA and I graduated from Claiborne Academy. I am majoring in Business. In my fun time I like to play with my dogs or hanging out with my cows.    MEFanning7272@muleriders.saumag.edu
Trinity Foster/History/Pol Sci: History My name is Trinity Foster and I am a freshman Political Science and Mass Media major from Crossett, AR. After undergraduate, I plan to be a politician or political commentator for a major news network.  In my free time, I enjoy reading my Bible, modeling for my best friend's photography business (@savannah.g_photography on instagram), dancing, singing, and simply talking to others. I love being involved and can't wait to explore ways to continue contributing to my environment at SAU!   TCFoster7833@muleriders.saumag.edu
Miller Green/History/Pol Sci: History Hi! My name is Miller Green! I am from Bearden and have graduated from Bearden as well! I am majoring in History and hope to become a history  professor one day! I hope everyone passes and stay safe.   MLGreen7630@muleriders.saumag.edu
Kaitlyn Hill/Business Admin: Info Systems Analytics My name is Kaitlyn Hill. I am an Information Systems Analytics Major from Magnolia, AR. I enjoy spending my free time with my family and friends or traveling to new places.   KLHill6077@muleriders.saumag.edu
Andy Hua/Computer Science Hello! My name is Andy Hua. I'm from Crossett, AR, and I will be majoring in Computer Science (with plans to possibly double major in Music Ed.). I'm also a percussionist, marching tenors, in the Mulerider Marching Band this semester. I'm excited to kick off the year with everyone!   AHua8466@muleriders.saumag.edu
Jaylon Hall-Wright/Business Administration: Finance-Financial Analysis     DHallWright8652@muleriders.saumag.edu
Rachael Laughlin/Chemistry: Forensic Science
Hi! My name is Rachael Laughlin. I am a Forensic Science major from Paris, Texas. After completing school here at SAU, I plan on going to a law school to study to become a District Attorney.
  RLLaughlin7764@muleriders.saumag.edu
Cody Low/Engr-Physics: Mechanical Engineering Nice to meet you! My name is Cody, and I am a mechanical engineering major. I enjoy hearing about everybody's interests and skills, and I look forward to having you as a peer! I hope to graduate with a bachelor's with all of you and move on to get a masters specified in propulsion systems. Have a great year, and remember that you have people with you along the way!    CWLow4599@muleriders.saumag.edu
Chloe Manasco/Pre-Nursing Hi! My name is Chloe Manasco, and I am from Umpire, Arkansas. I enjoy reading, hanging out with friends, and listening to music. I am a pre-nursing major, and I am looking forward to being a part of Honors College!    MManasco7036@muleriders.saumag.edu
Tori Mattmiller/Undecided Hello Everyone! My name is Tori Mattmiller and I grew up in a small town right down the road called Emerson. Here I graduated from Emerson High School this past spring. If you ever find yourself in Emerson, you can find me in the restaurant "The Smokin Bull" where I work as a waitress. I am majoring in Biochemistry with hopes to possibly have a career as a Pathologist.    TBMattmiller3742@muleriders.saumag.edu
Mercy McGee/Art & Design: Studio Art Hi, I'm Ren! I enjoy drawing, crafting, alternative fashion, and ukulele. After college I plan to get my master's in education and become an art teacher--specifically at the elementary level.   MAMcGee7706@muleriders.saumag.edu
Annagia Mondragon/Pre-Nursing     AMondragon6910@muleriders.saumag.edu
Gavin Nussey/Engr-Physics: Industrial Tech I'm Gavin and my major is Engineering Physics with a focus in Industrial Technology. I play video games and go to the gym in my free time. I plan to get my bachelor's degree and then move into the work force. I'm happy to be in the honors college and ready to see what I can do.   GNussey7941@muleriders.saumag.edu
Julissa Olivarez/Unclassified My name is Julissa Olivarez and I am from Camden, AR. I am majoring in Music Education: Instrumental. I like to play Mario games and am a big family person. Let's have a great year. I am proud to be an Honors student.   JOlivarez7117@muleriders.saumag.edu
Lacy Olivarez/Mass Communication: Mass Media I am a published author and an advocate for the adoption of older foster children because I was one. I was adopted when I was seventeen and I am now engaged to the love of my life.   LKOlivarez4560@muleriders.saumag.edu

Caleigh Patrick/Undecided Hi friends! My name is Caleigh Patrick, and I am double majoring in Chemistry and Pre-Health Biology. I am from Broken Bow, Oklahoma. My future plans are to become a neurologist. Music is a key part of who I am, and I am currently a member of SAU's Chamber Choir.   CLPatrick8021@muleriders.saumag.edu
Kristina Phipps/Biology: Marine Biology I grew up in a split family and often experienced many struggles, like anxiety, dyslexia, touretes and many more. Even though I faced many diversities I still pushed myself to achieve the best education possible. I’m getting bachelor’s in marine biology. I also plan to continue to get a masters and PhD.   KAPhipps7077@muleriders.saumag.edu
Maelee Player/History/Poli Sci: History Hello! My name is Maelee Player, and I will be majoring in Exercise Science with hopes of becoming a Physical Therapist. My hobbies include hiking, taking walks, being involved with my church, hunting, fishing, reading, etc. I am from East Texas and I know about SAU because both of my parents graduated from here! I'm looking forward to the exciting and challenging classes I will be able to take while being in the Honors College!   MPlayer6839@muleriders.saumag.edu
Trilla Richardson/Biology: Pre-Health Hey everyone! My first name is Trilla, but I go by Madison and I'm from Harmony Grove high school in Camden, AR. I chose Southern Arkansas University because it felt like home and everyone here is so welcoming. I am also a biology/pre-health major. I decided to go into medicine because I love helping others during times of need, and being that person that puts a smile on their face during their vulnerability. Over the past year I have obtained a job at Ouachita County Medical Center (OCMC) as an ER tech and phlebotomist. I have found my passion working in the ER, and that is the department I want to work in as a future doctor. I'm welcome to any new friends, so don't be afraid to talk to me in or out of class!   MRichardson6958@muleriders.saumag.edu
Layla Rose/Biology: Pre-Health My name is Layla Rose and I graduated from Bearden High School. I am majoring in pre-health because I've always been interested in pharmacy. I'm excited and extremely thankful for the opportunity to be a member of SAU's Honors College.    LFRose7669@muleriders.saumag.edu

David Scott/Computer Science: Gaming and Animat Design
Hello, my name is David Peralta Scott and I will be majoring in video game development, in the computer science department. I attended high school in Greenville, Texaswhile achieving an associate's degree. I want to participate in E-Sports and soccer at this college.
  DPScott8387@muleriders.saumag.edu
Haylee Smith/Biology: Marine Biology My name is Haylee Smith, I'm from Benton, AR, and I'm majoring in Marine Biology. In my free time I enjoy any outdoor activities, sleeping, hanging out with friends, and playing with my pets. I'm excited to see what this school year has in store and hope everyone has a wonderful year!   HMSmith7982@muleriders.saumag.edu
Leah Weaver/Pre-Nursing     LLWeaver6902@muleriders.saumag.edu

Kersten Webb/Exercise Science: Strength & Conditioning Hey, my name is Kersten Webb (better known as Kay Kay). I am from Haynesville, Louisiana. I enjoy getting to know new people, can be very talkative once comfortable. Also, I like playing video games, mud riding, and basketball.   KWebb7638@muleriders.saumag.edu

Austin Willeford/Exercise Science: Pre-Professional Hello my name is Payton Willeford and I run track at SAU. My specific event is the decathlon and I am an exercise science major. I enjoy working out and eating as much food as possible.    APWilleford6886@muleriders.saumag.edu
 

10 am Class

     
Logan Barnett/Computer Science My name is Logan Barnett, I graduated from Arkadelphia High School.  During my time at SAU I intend discovering my place in the world of engineering. I'm grateful to be a part of the SAU Honors college and am thrillled for the upcoming challenges I will face as a member.    LWBarnett7133@muleriders.saumag.edu
Jayla Carter/Engineering
Hey, y'all! I'm Jayla. I'm from Camden, Arkansas. I plan to one day become a Project Manager at Lockheed Martin. I work part-time in the Financial Aid office. An interesting fact about me is I am a pageant girl.
  JCarter7115@muleriders.saumag.edu
Brynne Chandler/Biology: Pre-Health My name is Brynne Chandler and I went to Texas High School in Texarkana, TX. I'm hoping to graduate here and immediately apply to med school specializing in surgery. I enjoy reading and hanging out with my friends (and I hope to make more). My biggest hope for this year is us all doing well in our classes!   BMChandler7514@muleriders.saumag.edu
Ryan Druin/Business Administration     SDruin7976@muleriders.saumag.edu
Taylor Eubanks/History and Languages Hello, I am a history/languages major. I am from Louisiana. After undergrad graduation, I plan to work as a translator through law school and eventually become an immigration lawyer. I also have an interest in journalism. I'm not sure where the journalism avenue will lead. I look forward to learning from those around me and having a great school year.   tleubanks7263@muleriders.saumag.edu

Christin Flory/Agri Science: Pre-Vet Science Hi! My name is Christin Flory and I graduated and played softball at Atkins High School, and will be playing softball here, too! I enjoy everything outdoors and have a fascination with everything that calls the outdoors its home. I don’t believe in luck, so it’s our choice whether we succeed or not. Let us make the right decisions!   CGFlory6948@muleriders.saumag.edu
La'Drea Hamilton/Business Adminstration: Management My name is La'Drea Hamilton. I graduated from Rison High School. My major is Business Management. I plan on getting my Real Estate License next summer. The things I enjoy most is sleeping and eating.   LMHamilton6945@muleriders.saumag.edu

Lilly Henry/Studio Art My name is Lilly and I am a Studio Art major. I went to high school in Fouke, Arkansas and play the alto saxophone in the SAU Mulerider band. When I graduate, I want to become a tattoo artist.   LMHenry7467@muleriders.saumag.edu
Sa'riya Hildreth/Pre-Nursing Hello! My name is Sa'Riya Hildreth. I'm from Youngstown, Ohio and I graduated from Boardman high school and MCCTC studied Allied health. I enjoy exercising in my free time, and I am majoring in nursing.   SLHildreth6424@muleriders.saumag.edu

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Aidan Hubbell/Biology: Marine Biology     AMHubbell8467@muleriders.saumag.edu
Paige Hudson/Modern Languages: English Education Hi! My name is Paige Hudson, and I'm from Bearden, Arkansas. I'm majoring in English Education so I can become a high school english teacher in the future. I'm very grateful for the opportunity to be in the Honors College here at SAU :)    PTHudson7957@muleriders.saumag.edu
Lou Hughes/Engineering My name is Lou Hughes but most people call me Garrett. I was born in Chicago, Illinois but currently live in Katy, Texas. I am majoring in Engineering and I run track & field at SAU. I am an incoming freshman and I’m excited for the year!   LGHughes7406@muleriders.saumag.edu
Gavin Ketcher/Engineering Hello, my name is Gavin Ketcher. I am an Engineer major who is from Ashdown, Arkansas. I am proud to be a little over a quarter Cherokee and am trying to learn the language in my spare time.   GLKetcher7052@muleriders.saumag.edu
Elyssa Liechty/Business Administration: Healthcare Admin Hi, my name is Elyssa Liechty and my major is healthcare administration. I'm super excited to meet everyone and make lots of great memories in honors college!    EFLiechty6974@muleriders.saumag.edu
Mtende /Art & Design: Studio ArtMoyo My name is Mtende Moyo, with my first name meaning Peace, and last name meaning Life in Chichewa. I’m planning to double major in Studio Art and Graphic Design, while doing freelance work, and love to meet new people!   MMoyo8959@muleriders.saumag.edu
Andrew O'Grady/Engr-Physics: Industrial Tech My name is Andrew O’Grady. I am from Wylie, TX. I completed an associate of applied science in welding and joined the workforce as a production welder. I quickly realized pursuing a higher education was in my best interest. After returning to school, I transferred to SAU, hoping to major in chemical engineering.   APOGrady8447@muleriders.saumag.edu
Leo Paquin/Social Work     LSPaquin7235@muleriders.saumag.edu
Gavin Prothro/Undecided Hello everyone, my name is Gavin Prothro and I am from El Dorado, Arkansas. I have yet to choose a major, but I will likely be focusing on either History or English, with the intention of becoming a college professor.    GPProthro9321@muleriders.saumag.edu

Melody Raymick/Elementary Education STEM My name is Melody Raymick. I graduated as valedictorian from Rison High School. I am majoring in Elementary Education, which I am very excited about. I also enjoy dancing, napping, and planning.   MARaymick7043@muleriders.saumag.edu

Joe Regan/Biology: Pre-Health Hi, my name is Joe Regan, I am a biology major and plan on going to med school and dream of being an ER doctor or possibly something with pediatrics. I have 8 cats at my house and am a huge animal lover.   JRegan8597@muleriders.saumag.edu
Matthew Ringgold/Computer Science: Cyber Sec & Privacy Hello, I'm Matthew Ringgold from Conway, Arkansas. I just graduated from high school and now I'm a Cybersecurity major.   MARinggold8471@muleriders.saumag.edu
Morgan Sharp/Psychology I am a tennis player here at SAU and I also was a USTA Texas Superchamp. My favorite book is the Secret History and my two favorite artist/band are Jeff Buckley and the Cocteau Twins. I also love playing the Legend of Zelda games. I'm looking forward to this school year!   MCSharp7352@muleriders.saumag.edu
Haley Stone/Exercise Science: Pre-Professional Hello, I'm Haley and I am majoring in Exercise Science Pre - Physical Therapy. My goal is to get a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. In my free time, I enjoy being active and getting involved!   HEStone7259@muleriders.saumag.edu
Amy Tarlton/Chemistry: Pre-Health: Prof Biochem Hi! My name is Amy Tarlton, and I graduated from Bismarck, Arkansas where I was born and raised. I was a member of the high school band and journalism club. I am majoring in Biochemistry and plan on attending PA school after earning my bachelors. My end goal is to become an OBGYN PA and help improve women's health care.    AETarlton6986@muleriders.saumag.edu
Alexis Tatum/Business Administration My name is Alexis Tatum. I am from Shreveport, Louisiana. I love powerlifting and I am majoring in business administration. I plan to get my BBA and MBA at SAU.   ATatum8087@muleriders.saumag.edu
Aiden Thacker/Computer Science: Gaming & Animat Design Hello, I am Aiden Thacker. I am from Lepanto, AR (Northeast), but I graduated from high school in Hot Springs, AR. I am completing the computer science side of my degree, and this is my second year at SAU. I enjoy gaming of all sorts and traveling. While at SAU I want to crack my introverted shell and communicate to more people.   APThacker4747@muleriders.saumag.edu
Katherine Tucker/Computer Science: Gaming & Animat Design Hello, my name is Katie Tucker. I graduated from Greenwood Highschool; however, I mostly grew up in Moss Bluff, Louisiana. I am a game development major, and my favorite game is Disco Elysium. I've got a deep love for spirit Halloween skeletons and wizard themed objects. When I grow up, I want to be a weird old man who yells at kids to get off of his lawn, but for now they're making me get a career in something. I also have a 3 month old kitten that I can show you an obnoxious amount of pictures of if you simply ask me nicely.   KTucker7193@muleriders.saumag.edu
Harrison Vann/Pre-Nursing     HAVann7094@muleriders.saumag.edu
Chaney Williams/Computer Science: Gaming & Animat Design I'm Chaney WIlliams, and I'm from Wright City, Oklahoma. This is my first year at SAU and I'm majoring in Computer Science with an emphasis on Gaming and Animation Design. I look forward to seeing what this semester has to offer.   CRWilliams7711@muleriders.saumag.edu
Kyle Ybanez/Computer Science Hello! My name is Kyle Ybanez, and I am from Liberty City, Texas. I will be majoring in computer science here at SAU, and I will also be part of the Mulerider Marching and Concert Bands for the next four years as a percussionist. Nice to meet you!   KLYbanez8916@muleriders.saumag.edu
 

Online Class

     
Abegayle Drabek/Agri Science: Animal Science Hello! My name is Abegayle (Abby) Drabek and I am from La Grange, Texas. I am an animal science major with a plan on becoming an animal nutritionist. I am involved with SAU softball and in my free time I show cattle. I am excited to be at SAU and looking forward to meeting new people.   ADrabek7486@muleriders.saumag.edu
Andrew Green/Chemistry: Environmental Toxicology My name is Andrew Green and I am from Texarkana, Texas. I'm doing college online so that I can take care of my grandma. I am a business major but I plan to study environmental science in the future.    ARGreen8777@muleriders.saumag.edu
Shelby Whitehurst/Elementary Education STEM My name is Shelby Whitehurst and I am an Early Education STEM major! I am an online freshman here at SAU. I am the first person in my family to attend college. I am excited to become the first graduate and make them all proud! I have always wanted to be a teacher ever since I was a little girl. In my free time I love spending time with my friends and my dogs, Willow and Rooster.   SLWhitehurst8072@muleriders.saumag.edu

Ed Kardas

Director

Starting my 44th year at SAU and the 15th as Honors College director. This class will introduce you to honors education and prepare you to succeed at SAU.  

 

Ed

 

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