SHSU Provost

10/21/2026

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on the SHSU American Democracy Project at SHSU.

Part of the SHSU Center for Community Engagement - CCE , the American Democracy Project focuses on civic engagement throughout the SHSU community. Keep watching to learn more about what they do and how you can get involved!

10/09/2026

Fall Break is calling, Bearkats! No classes Oct. 12-13, so rest up, recharge, and enjoy the long weekend. We'll see you back on campus on Wednesday.

10/08/2026

09/04/2026

In observance of Labor Day, Sam Houston State University will be closed Monday, Sept. 7. Stay safe and enjoy the long weekend, Bearkats!

08/18/2026

Today, it was my honor to celebrate our incoming first-year students at Convocation as they begin their new journey as Bearkats!

08/01/2026

Congratulations to our Summer 2026 graduates! We are proud of your hard work and look forward to seeing what you accomplish next.

07/03/2026

Wishing our Bearkats a fun and safe 4th of July this weekend.

06/18/2026

In remembrance of the end of slavery in the U.S., Sam Houston State University will be closed on June 19. Regular hours will resume on Monday, June 22.

06/05/2026

This spring, awarded 2,575 degrees and 106 certificates, the largest graduating class in university history. Thank you for making Spring 2026 Commencement one for the record books, Bearkats!

05/26/2026

We have incredible staff members in Academic Affairs!

Big applause for our Academic Affairs Distinguished Staff Award recipients 👏

’s Office of the Provost recently celebrated and honored five outstanding staff members during the fifth annual Academic Affairs Distinguished Staff Awards on April 22. This year’s recipients include Markeytta Galvan, Sarah Burchett, Dee Dee Dirk, Maegan McKerrow and Julie Campbell.

Read more about our Academic Affairs Distinguished Staff honorees here: https://bit.ly/4tZxf7F