The Performing Arts Center Concert Hall saw its first full house Thursday afternoon when university President Dana Gibson told faculty and staff that while budget cuts loomed, SHSU also has plenty of opportunity for growth in the upcoming year during her first "State of the University" address. She also recognized faculty and staff for their years of service. Details. — Photo by Brian Blalock
SHSU Update
For Week Of Sept. 5
- Program To Teach Residents About County Government
- Center To Provide Money Skill Lessons
- Rice Prof To Talk Physics Of ‘Saving Space’
- Kansas Researcher To Discuss Evolution Of Plants
- Tickets On Sale For Scholarship Gala
- Kansas Prof To Exhibit ‘Dynamic’ Art
- Alcohol Summit To Target Excuses Friday
- Caldecott Medal Winner To Give Seminar
- Library Workshops Provide Research Aid
- ROTC Unit Gains Recognition, Experience At Camp
- Fall Graduation Applications Due Friday
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Faculty, Staff Honored For Dedication
More than 50 university employees were recognized for their years of dedicated service to SHSU during the annual Faculty/Staff Convocation on Sept. 2 in the Performing Arts Center Concert Hall. Details.
President Recognizes Faculty During Annual Dinner
Faculty members who received tenure, promotion, the Faculty Excellence Award and those who retired were honored during the annual President's Academic Awards Dinner on Aug. 31. Details.
White To Serve As Special Assistant To Interim VP
David White, director of Human Resources, has announced his intention to retire from Sam Houston State University after 33 years of service, effective January 15, 2011, and will serve as a special assistant to the interim vice president for Finance and Operations until his retirement. He will assist with projects transitioning Human Resources during the search to fill the new position of associate vice president for Human Resources and Risk Management. White may be contacted at 936.294.1065 or hrd_dlw@shsu.edu. For Human Resource issues, contact Cynthia Bennett at 936.294.1064.
Five Recognized For 'Distinguished' Lives
Calvert Harrison, Brenda Love, Marcus Luttrell, George Miles and John Garrett will be honored as Distinguished Alumni for their notable contributions in their respective fields, communities and to SHSU itself on Oct. 15 as part of the university's 2010 homecoming festivities. Details.
SHSU Offers Online Higher Ed Administration Degree
Sam Houston State University is taking a unique approach in helping students get a Master of Arts degree with a major in higher education administration, by being the first public college in Texas to offer the program online. Courses specific to the online master’s program will be available this spring. Details.
Center Provides 'Skills You Need to Succeed' in College
Student Advising and Mentoring Center director for academic support programs Bernice Strauss encourages students to take advantage of their services, rather than letting their college career become overwhelming. Details.
SHSU Promotes ‘Exit Strategy’ Awareness To Students
When Sam Houston State University students return to Huntsville, they will see reminders not only on campus but throughout the community as well to be aware of their surroundings in case of an emergency such as a fire. Details.
Summit To Rid Students Of Abuse Excuses
No excuse will be off limits on Sept. 10 when the SHSU Alcohol and Drug Abuse Initiative hosts its fifth annual Alcohol and Drug Summit, a one-day event, designed to raise awareness of the multi-faceted problems associated with substance use and abuse while strengthening healthy attitudes and ultimately achieving positive behaviors. Details.
Regents Approve Sixth College, Reorganization
Sam Houston State University will add a College of Fine Arts and Mass Communication to its academic structure following approval by the university’s governing body on Friday. Details.
Performing Arts Center Named In Honor Of Gaertners
The board of regents of the Texas State University System announced today the naming of Sam Houston State University’s new Performing Arts Center in honor of outgoing President James Gaertner and his wife Nancy. Details.
Parents To Fiesta For Family Weekend
Sam Houston State University’s Dean of Students’ Office will provide parents and siblings with a fun and memorable experience with their SHSU student on campus during Bearkat Family Weekend on Sept. 24-26. Details.
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