04/22/2026
Today, April 22, 2026, in observance of 2026 Earth Day, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Sigma Beta Omega Chapter, acquired a slender sweet gum tree, which was planted at Southern Arkansas University Tech. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Enhance Our Environment Initiative, is dedicated to improving and safeguarding the environment through sustainable, community-oriented actions. The Sigma Beta Omega Chapter extends its gratitude to the Physical Plant staff at SAU Tech for their assistance with planting the tree. The event was attended by members of Sigma Beta Omega, as well as SAU Tech Chancellor Dr. Jerry Thomas, and Vice Chancellors Michael Armstrong, Dr. David Mason, and Dr. Rickey Rogers, along with other SAU Tech staff members.