Parents' Association
If you have any questions, please contact Parent & Family Relations at 936-294-2714 or parents@shsu.edu.
Purpose:
Sam Houston State University Parents' Association exists to create unique opportunities to engage and support parents, who in return, contribute to student retention.
Benefits:
- Scholarship Opportunities ($10,000 given annually)*
- Membership Discount Card**
- Parent T-shirt***
- Car Decal
- Personalized Newsletters
- Membership Directory (optional)
- Closed Facebook Group
- Volunteer Opportunities and Exclusive Events
History:
The SHSU Parents' Association was first originated in 1925 when Sam Houston State Teachers College celebrated it's first Parents' Day. It was such a success that the association elected officers and officially became the Parents' Association on November 5, 1926. The SHSU Parents' Association is an official university organization housed within the Dean of Students' Office.
*For students whose parents are members of the association
**Membership Card with benefits to include hotel, restaurant, and local business discounts
**Membership Card with benefits to include hotel, restaurant, and local business discounts
***Sizes are available on a first come, first serve basis. Student must retrieve your shirt on campus. Further instructions will be included in your welcome letter.
We do not issue returns or refunds
Social Media
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SHSUParents/