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Donor Spotlight
Dr. Brent Sanderlin’s Legacy Lives on Through Hands-On Training at SHSU-COM
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (SHSU-COM) held a heartfelt dedication ceremony on Oct. 3 to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Brent Sanderlin, chair of Primary Care and Clinical Medicine, who passed away earlier this year.
SHSU Receives Historic Gift to Strengthen Agricultural Sciences
The College of Science and Engineering Technology received a donation, marking the second largest gift in the university’s history.
Countdown to H-Town Event Energizes SHSU's Houston Fanbase
Sam Houston State University hosted “Countdown to H-Town” Thursday, Aug. 14 — a preseason celebration at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston ahead of the Bearkats’ 2025 home opener at the same venue on Friday, Aug. 29 vs. the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).
SHSU-COM Celebrates Opening of Heritage of Healing Gallery
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (SHSU-COM) proudly unveiled its new Heritage of Healing Gallery with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by staff, faculty, medical professionals and special guests from across the state.
SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine Celebrates Donors at Naming Ceremony
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (SHSU-COM) honored key donors May 30 during a heartfelt room-naming and donor appreciation ceremony held at the Conroe campus. The event celebrated the transformational impact of philanthropic support on the college’s rapid rise in reputation, performance and mission-driven outcomes.