The Sam Houston State University Faculty Excellence Award is bestowed on professors whose scholarly accomplishments, service and academic engagement stand out among their peers. The 2025 recipients include Shyam Nair, Todd Primm, Jerry Cook, Keila Tyner and Kamphol Wipawayangkool.

Bearkats like Zarek Sain in the College of Criminal Justice know the importance of taking advantage of every opportunity SHSU has to offer. With plans to enroll in law school next fall, Sain is eager to develop his leadership and decision-making skills through both community and campus involvement.

Sam Houston State University's elite commitment to veteran and military-connected students persists through yet another prestigious recognition from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC).

Relive exclusive highlights from Bearkat Kickoff 2025.

Check out photos from SHSU's KATsino Night Fall 2025.

President Alisa White recognized several university faculty and staff members for their service during the annual Faculty and Staff meeting Aug. 27.

SHSU-COM will enhance its prestigious collaboration with St. Joseph Medical Center in Houston through a $500,000 grant aimed at ensuring more Texas-trained physicians have the opportunity to stay and practice in the communities that need them most. 

The framework for the future of Bowers Stadium and Sam Houston football was on full display Thursday as local officials and supporters gathered for a topping out ceremony. The venue has been home to Bearkat football for nearly four decades and continues evolving to blend its rich history with the world-class university setting it inhabits.