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Academic Stories
SHSU Professor Participates In Fulbright Specialist Program In Indonesia
Li-Jen Lester, a professor of computer science and associate dean of the College of Science and Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University, led a successful, collaborative workshop in Indonesia as part of her participation in the Fulbright Specialist Program. The workshop developed teacher educator competencies in STEM-based learning and was held in partnership with the faculty of mathematics and natural sciences at Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ), and its STEM Education Centre.
SHSU Polytechnic College Admissions Standards Among Items Approved By Regents
Admission standards for Sam Houston State University Polytechnic College were among the items approved by the Texas State University System (TSUS) Board of Regents at their regular quarterly meeting Nov. 21-22.
President White Elected Chair Of Board Of Directors At The American Association Of State Colleges And Universities
Alisa White, president of SHSU, has been elected chair of the Board of Directors at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.
SHSU Joins Gulf Scholars Program to Tackle Gulf Region Challenges
As a Gulf Scholars participant, SHSU will develop a unique educational program with courses, workshops and a major research project in collaboration with Lone Star College (LSC) and other regional organizations.
SHSU-COM To Partner With CMU-CCM On Educational Programs, Research And Exchanges
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine is pleased to announce an exciting partnership with China Medical University College of Chinese Medicine in Taichung, Taiwan. This collaboration will provide meaningful opportunities for student and faculty education and hands-on training
SHSU COM Achieves Nation’s Highest First Time Pass Rate On COMLEX-USA Level 1
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine is proud to announce that its student doctors have achieved the highest pass rate in the nation for first-time test takers on the Comprehensive Medical Licensing Examination Level 1 exam for the class of 2025, administered by the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners.
Institute For Homeland Security Leader Recognized For Support Of Reservist Employees
Mike Aspland, executive director for the Sam Houston State University Institute for Homeland Security has been awarded the Patriot Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.
Digging Into Texas: Museum To Host Special Lecture By Texas Archaeologist
With one parent in the military, Alexandra Younger was raised in Europe as a “third-culture kid.” There, she grew up in a culture that differed from the one of her parents’ home country and learned about the rooted histories of the western world. These formative years made an impact on her intellectual interests as an adult.
Faculty Members Honored For Years Of Service
Sam Houston State University President Alisa White recognized several university faculty members for their service during the Faculty Service Awards reception on Sept. 25 at the president’s home, the Smith-Lenamon House.
SHSU School of Agricultural Sciences Secures $750K Grant to Support Future Ag Teachers
SHSU was awarded a four-year, $750,000 grant from United States Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Professor Applies Deep Learning Approaches In Mayan Archaeology
Sam Houston State University is honored to have Leila Character become a part of the Department of Environmental and Geosciences and learn from her innovative research into Mayan Archaeology.
Introducing The 2024 Faculty Excellence Winners
Sam Houston State University professors whose scholarly accomplishments, service and academic engagement stand out among their peers have been honored with the 2024 Faculty Excellence Awards. The recipients are Tamara Cook, Excellence in Teaching; Maria Botero, Excellence in Service; Jaime Anderson, Excellence in Scholarly & Creative Accomplishments; Olga Minich, Non-Tenure Track Teaching; Magdalena Denham, David Payne Academic Community Engagement Award; and John Strait, C-USA Faculty Achievement Award.
Staff Recognized At Annual Meeting
SHSU President Alisa White recognized several university employees for their service during the annual Faculty and Staff General Meeting on Aug. 29 in the Gaertner Performing Arts Center Concert Hall.