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Donor Spotlight
Bearkat Power on Full Display: Giving Day Surpasses All Expectations
The second annual Sam Houston State University Giving Day fundraising initiative has met and exceeded expectations once again, raising $306,478 from approximately 1,026 donors, with gifts continuing to come in.
SHSU Unveils Plans for the Smith-Hutson Financial Center and Trading Floor to Elevate Business Education
Sam Houston State University’s College of Business Administration is proud to announce the development of the Smith-Hutson Financial Center and Trading Floor, a state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance finance and economic education through hands-on, technology-driven learning. This initiative is made possible through the Smith-Hutson Scholarship Program.
Euzella "Lee" Holland Ford's Legacy Supports Advancements in Cardiology Research
The Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine has received a generous $25,000 gift from the estate of Euzella "Lee" Holland Ford, a lifelong animal lover and dedicated rancher from Maysville, North Carolina. Lee passed away at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy rooted in hard work, compassion and a desire to support future medical advancements.
Sam Houston Alumni Association Launches Exclusive Wine Collection
After nearly a year of planning and collaboration, the Sam Houston State University Alumni Association, in partnership with Wildseed Farms, has unveiled the official SHSU Alumni wine collection, crafted especially for alumni and friends of the university.
Museum Receives Grant From Texas Historical Foundation
Earlier this fall, the Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library received a generous grant from the Texas Historical Foundation. As part of the grant, the museum will photograph its collection of furnishing and textiles.