Arkansas State University

Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe was sworn in as the state's 45th Governor Jan. 29th, 2007, following more than two decades of public service.   Born in Amagon, Arkansas (Jackson County), in 1946, the Governor earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro in 1968.

Beebe was a fixture at ASU athletic events prior to becoming Governor, and that has not changed since being elected as the state's leader in 2006.  Beebe and Arkansas First Lady Ginger Beebe continue to regularly attend Arkansas State sporting events despite their busy schedules.