SHSU College Of Health Sciences

SHSU College Of Health Sciences SHSU's College of Health Sciences (COHS) prepares students to succeed in their chosen health profess

Sam Houston University's College of Health Sciences strives to prepare its students to succeed in their chosen health profession through mastery of the appropriate knowledge and skills, a well-developed sense of professionalism, and a strong commitment to promoting health and providing quality care. Officially established on September 1, 2013, the College of Health Sciences (COHS) was created in r

esponse to the rapidly growing need in Texas (and the nation) for more qualified health professionals and surging student interest for degree programs in the health sciences. Departments within the College include:

• Human Sciences
• Kinesiology
• Nursing
• Public Health

🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Bearkat Impact!Please join us in celebrating our Dean, Dr. Ryan Zapalac, on 20 years at Sam Ho...
09/02/2026

🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Bearkat Impact!

Please join us in celebrating our Dean, Dr. Ryan Zapalac, on 20 years at Sam Houston State University!

For two decades, Dr. Zapalac has shown what it means to truly care about students, faculty and staff. He shows up — whether he’s cheering on students at events, meeting their families, celebrating the big and small accomplishments of his team or even dressing up for Halloween. 🎃

He’s the Dean who will walk a new student across campus to make sure they get where they need to go, pause lunch to help a student who drops by just to say hi and go the extra mile to make people feel seen, supported and valued.

His leadership has helped shape the College of Health Sciences, but it’s his genuine investment in people that makes his impact so meaningful.

We’re proud to have him leading COHS as we continue to grow our programs, strengthen partnerships and prepare the next generation of health professionals.

We are incredibly grateful for 20 years of dedication, leadership and Bearkat spirit. Congratulations, Dr. Zapalac! Here’s to the next chapter! 🎉

College of Health Sciences Majors!! Make Your Voice Heard!Join the COHS Dean’s Student Advisory BoardShare your ideas • ...
09/01/2026

College of Health Sciences Majors!! Make Your Voice Heard!
Join the COHS Dean’s Student Advisory Board
Share your ideas • Build leadership experience • Connect with the Dean
📅 Sept. 10 | 1 PM | LSC 241A
🍔 Lunch Provided
👕 Free T-shirt for board members!

✨ Scholarships4Kats Application is NOW OPEN! 🎓💙Ready to secure your funding for the Fall 2027–Spring 2028 academic year?...
09/01/2026

✨ Scholarships4Kats Application is NOW OPEN! 🎓💙

Ready to secure your funding for the Fall 2027–Spring 2028 academic year? Don't wait—get your application in early! 🚀✨

📌 How to Apply:
1️⃣ Sign into My Sam using Google Chrome 💻
2️⃣ Click on the Campus Resources tab 📂
3️⃣ Select Scholarships4Kats under Scholarship Information 📝

⏰ Priority Date: November 1, 2026 🗓️

Get those applications submitted and set yourself up for success! 🌟💪

CONGRATULATIONS are in order!! We were also excited to announce the 2026 COHS Awards for our faculty and staff, who are ...
08/23/2026

CONGRATULATIONS are in order!! We were also excited to announce the 2026 COHS Awards for our faculty and staff, who are all very worthy honorees:

🏆 Faculty Teaching Award - Tenured/Tenure-Track: Dr. G. Kevin Randall
🏆 Faculty Teaching Award - Non-Tenure-Track: Prof. Tiffany Moffett
🏆 Faculty Teaching Award - Part-Time: Prof. Tammy Rodgers
🏆 Faculty Research Award - Tenured/Tenure-Track: Dr. Andrea Smith
🏆 Faculty Service Award - Tenured/Tenure-Track: Dr. Matthew Wagner
🏆 Faculty Service Award - Non-Tenure-Track: Prof. Courtney Wallace
🏆 Academic Community Engagement (ACE) Award: Dr. Lilibeth Al-Kofahy
🏆 Staff Service and Performance Awards: Allie Stanfield-Paramore and
Cindy Gallatin
🏆 WE ARE COHS Award: Dr. Bob Roush
🏆 Answering the Call Award: Dr. Keri Rogers Mize

Congratulations to all the recipients and you are what makes the COHS so special!

On Saturday, August 15th, our inaugural Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) cohort received their white coats! ...
08/21/2026

On Saturday, August 15th, our inaugural Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) cohort received their white coats! 🥼✨

So proud of our faculty, staff, and leadership team—including Prof. Wilma Mealer, Dr. Jack Runyan, Dr. Jinae Spear, Dr. Tiffany Webb, Gloria Fernandez, Dr. Phillip Bell, and Prof. Connor Woods—for all their hard work leading up to this week's first classes.

Special thanks to keynote speaker Prof. Frank Ambriz, as well as Dr. Jennifer Bunn, Dr. Keith Ahee, Dr. Heather Thielemann, Dr. Thomas Mohr, SVP Amanda Withers, Provost Sumanth Yenduri, President Alisa White, and Dr. Emily A. Roper! 🙌

Congrats to Cohort #1️⃣—we can't wait to see you graduate in 2028! 🎓



The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the SHSU MPAS sponsored by SHSU. The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-sam-houston-state-university/.

We're recruiting! 📣 Our research team at Sam Houston State University is seeking adults to participate in an 8-week Lagr...
08/20/2026

We're recruiting! 📣 Our research team at Sam Houston State University is seeking adults to participate in an 8-week Lagree Method research study at the SHSU Health Professions Building in Conroe, TX. Participants will complete 3 supervised Lagree sessions per week while helping us examine how the Lagree Method may influence balance, movement, muscular endurance, posture, physical and emotional well-being, and responses to exercise. Interested in participating or learning more?

Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete our interest and preliminary eligibility form (Link: https://shsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hwzt2f6wb2xizs?Q_CHL=qr)

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be interested!
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Lost on campus or looking for your next class? We’ve got you covered! 🗺️🧡Scan the map to download the app and easily nav...
08/19/2026

Lost on campus or looking for your next class? We’ve got you covered! 🗺️🧡

Scan the map to download the app and easily navigate campus, check out dining options, and find event locations all semester long.

Save this post or take a quick screenshot so you always know where you're going! 📍✨

Happy First Day of Class, Bearkats! 🐾✨The COHS Dean’s Office is sending big smiles and high energy to everyone starting ...
08/19/2026

Happy First Day of Class, Bearkats! 🐾✨

The COHS Dean’s Office is sending big smiles and high energy to everyone starting their semester today. We are beyond excited to welcome you back to campus—and extra proud to highlight our very first cohort of our brand-new Physician Assistant program! 🩺🧡

Make sure to keep an eye out for details on our upcoming Meet the Dean event coming up soon! Have the absolute best first day, work hard, and let's make this semester incredible.

Eat 'Em Up, Kats! 🧡🧡

The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the SHSU MPAS sponsored by SHSU. The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-sam-houston-state-university/.

We’re recruiting! 📣 Our research team at Sam Houston State University is seeking adults to participate in an 8-week Lagr...
08/14/2026

We’re recruiting! 📣 Our research team at Sam Houston State University is seeking adults to participate in an 8-week Lagree Method research study at the SHSU Health Professions Building in Conroe, TX. Participants will complete 3 supervised Lagree sessions per week while helping us examine how the Lagree Method may influence balance, movement, muscular endurance, posture, physical and emotional well-being, and responses to exercise. Interested in participating or learning more?

Scan the QR code on the flyer to complete our interest and preliminary eligibility form (Link: https://shsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6hwzt2f6wb2xizs?Q_CHL=qr)

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be interested!
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✨ Behind every successful research project is someone helping make it possible.Meet Sharla Miles, the SHSU College of He...
08/08/2026

✨ Behind every successful research project is someone helping make it possible.

Meet Sharla Miles, the SHSU College of Health Sciences' Research Compliance Specialist. 🧡

From guiding faculty and students through the research approval process to ensuring studies meet important compliance standards, Sharla helps keep research moving forward with expertise, patience and a smile.

While much of her work happens behind the scenes, her impact is felt across our college every single day. Through workshops, one-on-one guidance and unwavering support, she helps our researchers turn great ideas into meaningful discoveries.

Thank you, Sharla, for your dedication, professionalism and commitment to advancing research at SHSU. We appreciate everything you do for our students, faculty and college! 👏

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