Prospective Faculty


SHSU is Where "The Measure of a Life is its Service"


Our namesake, General Sam Houston, used to close his letters from "Huntsville, where a warm welcome awaits." At Sam Houston State University, we pride ourselves on our "family" approach: a close-knit, supportive environment for learning, exploring, teaching, researching, and finding your place for success. We intentionally embrace and engage inclusive excellence as both a core value of our university and a way to promote and effect institutional transformation at all levels of the university. Join our university family at SHSU, where as Houston also said, "the measure of a life is its service."


SHSU Highlights

Delve into the brilliance of SHSU through captivating highlights. Experience a journey of innovation, knowledge, and student-centric success, shaping the story of excellence at Sam Houston State University, a member of the Texas State Unversity System. Learn more about SHSU’s Strategic Plan.

LEARN MORE >

Hometown Highlights

Huntsville, Texas, nestled on the edge of the Piney Woods of East Texas, offers several attractions and is notable in historic beauty. A few attractions include not only the University’s own Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library, but also the Sam Houston Statue and Visitor’s Center, and the Huntsville State Park. Other nearby popular destinations and “hometowns” include Conroe, Texas, and The Woodlands, Texas.

LEARN MORE >

Getting Started

You are considering a job at SHSU. If you decide to take the job, what comes next? Here you will find links to important areas to help you get started—from onboarding requirements and needed documents, to parking, to getting your keys. Also, read up on the various benefits and work-life balance opportunities.

LEARN MORE >

Facts and Figures

Explore the essence of Sam Houston State University's faculty and student success efforts through compelling facts and figures. Discover the quantitative brilliance behind our dedicated (and recognized) educators, pioneering research, and student-focused approach, shaping a brighter future for all.

LEARN MORE >

SHSU Internal Community

SHSU could be considered a community within the Huntsville community. While there is plenty to do in the Huntsville Community, SHSU offers a plethora of ways to become involved as well. Faculty Senate, Employee Resource Groups, University Camp, Professional and Academic Center for Excellence (PACE), or serving on various University committees are just a few ways to become involved.

LEARN MORE >

Faculty Success

SHSU prides itself on Faculty and Student Success. The Professional and Academic Center for Excellence (PACE) has resources available to help you achieve academic excellence. They offer mini-session, semester long and one day workshops to assist you. Another great resource is the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) who partners with faculty on sponsored projects.

LEARN MORE >