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CAM Magazine Brings Home AMA Houston Crystal Award

For the past four years, the publication has served as a channel of visibility for the college by celebrating the work of CAM students, faculty, staff, and alums. In addition to showcasing the college's achievements, productions, and contributions to the community, the state, and beyond, CAM Magazine is an invaluable tool for promoting CAM's mission and vision and elevating its reputation as a leading educational institution.


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SHSU Society of Professional Journalists Recognized Nationally

The SHSU Society of Professional Journalists, a student organization in the Department of Mass Communication, was recognized by the national organization for two programs held during the 2021–2022 academic year.


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Art Collector and Curator Murray Smither Receives 2022–2023 CAM Legacy Award

The Huntsville native has had a significant impact on culture as a gallerist who introduced internationally recognized contemporary artists to the Dallas area and provided Texas artists with national exposure as they rose to prominence in their respective careers.


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Dance, Music, & Neuroscience: A Groundbreaking Intersection

To understand the workings of the brain during a performance, scientists from the University of Houston’s BRAIN Center fitted dancers, including SHSU alumni Shohei Iwahama ‘22 and Evelyn Toh ‘21, with EEG caps to monitor their brain activity as they danced to choreography by SHSU faculty Andrew & Dionne Noble.


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Support the Future of Creativity

At Sam Houston State University’s College of Arts & Media, students don’t just study the arts—they live them. Every day, they grow as creators, storytellers, performers, and visionaries, shaping the world around them through their work.

Your gift helps provide the tools, experiences, and mentorship that fuel their transformation. Whether it’s a scholarship, a spotlight on stage, or access to industry-leading resources, your support makes a lasting impact.


Ways to Make a Difference

  • Scholarships
    Contribute to the College of Arts & Media Scholarship Fund and help talented students overcome financial barriers as they pursue degrees in the arts, media, and communication. Your support helps us recruit, retain, and empower the next generation of creative leaders.

  • Enrichment Fund
    A gift to the College of Arts & Media Enrichment Fund gives the Dean the flexibility to support student research, fund travel to performances and conferences, and launch creative initiatives where they’re needed most.

  • Department and Program Support
    Donors may also choose to support a specific academic department or school—directly impacting the students, faculty, and programs they’re most passionate about.

  • Legacy Gifts
    Interested in establishing a named fund or making a planned gift? Contact the CAM Dean’s Office or the SHSU University Advancement team to explore long-term giving options.


Join Us in Shaping the Arts

Every contribution—big or small—nurtures the next generation of creative minds. Thank you for believing in the power of the arts and in the students who are ready to make their mark.

Make your gift today and help us fuel the future of creativity.