Sam Houston designs its educational offerings and experiences to meet the expanding and evolving needs of our students, the workforce, and rapidly growing, dynamically evolving region today and in the future. We also recognize that education is best experienced when it's personal and applied in the real world. Sam Houston is at the forefront of active learning that meets the student and employer needs through small classroom sizes, personalized experiences, and hands-on learning — providing them the skills necessary to transition from college to career and beyond successfully.
2023 - January 19
Computer Science Department Awarded Grant Funding for Scholarships
SHSU's Computer Science Department obtained a $2.8 million NSF CyberCorps grant, training 20 students for government cybersecurity roles. It's recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education, aiming to improve cybersecurity education and outcomes.
2023 - January 23
MOU with Blinn College
Blinn College District and Sam Houston State University (SHSU) launch a partnership allowing students to earn an associate degree at Blinn before pursuing a bachelor's degree at SHSU. The program spans various disciplines, promoting affordability and workforce readiness.
2023 - February 15
National Teaching Grant to Boost Enrollment
SHSU's College of Education received the Hawkins Center of Excellence grant, providing $1,599,900 to support Hawkins Scholars of Excellence. This initiative addresses the teacher shortage by offering diverse students financial, instructional, and mentoring support, with a focus on bilingual educators in Texas.
2023 - March 30
Military Institution
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) is recognized as a Military Friendly School for 2023-24, emphasizing commitment to service and support for military-affiliated students. The Veterans Resource Center is highlighted for aiding successful transitions, earning SHSU silver status in various excellence categories.
2023 - May 5
Partnership with Goose Creek CISD
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) establishes the Bearkat Advantage Program with Goose Creek Consolidated ISD, offering scholarships, fostering closer counselor ties, and encouraging seamless admission for district students to SHSU.
2023 - May 11
Partnership with HISD
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) deepens its commitment to education by partnering with Huntsville Independent School District (HISD), offering scholarship opportunities, dual credit programs, and enhanced counselor support for a seamless transition to higher education.
2023 - September 1
Scholarship Fundraising
Scholarships are an incredible source of financial assistance for SHSU students. University Advancement and the Sam Houston University Foundation helped raise $3,570,252.91 in student scholarships for the 2023-2024 school year.
2023 - September 1
SHSU Partners with the East Texas Rural Network
SHSU collaborated with RSSI to boost rural student enrollment and completion rates. Through initiatives like the RSSI College Fair, SHSU aims to extend campus tours to rural districts, aligning with strategic objectives of partnership, community engagement, and opportunity gap reduction.
