Rationale
Progressive universities, such as Sam Houston State University, realize that everyone who participates in the educational mission of the university, including students faculty staff and administrators, share responsibility for pursuing learning improvements.
To that end divisions of academic affairs, student affairs, enrollment management, and computer services around the world have collaborated to establish centers for excellence in teaching and learning, typically committed to high-quality instruction, assisting faculty with effective educational preparation, and pursuing the belief that students benefit from learning methods that promote active engagement and diverse educational opportunities.
PACE
MISSION
The Professional and Academic Center for Excellence (PACE) provides a campus resource for learning and teaching to the university community. By creating, coordinating, and maintaining a variety of materials, programs, and activities, PACE promotes excellence by equipping faculty, administrators, staff, and students with tools designed to enhance their abilities to fulfill their respective roles.