VISION

Sam Houston State University Student Services will be a premier division in creating a student culture for learning, leading, and developing.

PHILOSOPHY

The role of the Division of Student Services is to complement the total educational mission of the University by providing opportunities for students to develop and grow in an academic environment.  This is accomplished by offering quality programs and services. Studies indicate that learning occurs in an environment conducive to social, recreational, educational, and intellectual interaction.  A variety of Student Services programs are designed to foster such interaction with students, faculty, staff, and the University community.  The division contributes to the learning experiences of our students, by helping them to become educated, enlightened, and empowered in ways that they can achieve and contribute as productive citizens in a global society.

MISSION

The Mission of the Division of Student Services is to initiate opportunities and provide resources for all students, which promote life skills and development within the academic environment.  As an integral partner in the educational process, Student Services provides quality programs and services for students and staff which foster growth and development.  Departments within the division embrace a student development philosophy that emphasizes a holistic approach in co-curriculum involvement.

GOALS

  1. Provide innovative programs and services.
  2. Foster the development of an inclusive community.
  3. Develop student participation and satisfaction for programs and services.
  4. Engage students in programs that promote critical thinking and lifelong learning skills.
  5. Foster professional and personal development.

MOTTO

Enhancing Learning for Student Success

Student Services
1802 Avenue I
Lowman Student Center Suite 303
Huntsville, TX 77341-2237
(936) 294-1784
vpss06@shsu.edu