University Life
This office helps students with course registration, transcripts, and academic records.
What is the Registrar’s Office?
This SHSU library, named after a famous Texas historian and educator, is a central hub for research and study on campus.
What is the Newton Gresham Library?
This document outlines the course schedule, grading policies, and expectations for the class.
What is a syllabus?
Sam Houston passed away in 1863 in this Texas town, where his name is now commemorated in the university.
What is Huntsville, Texas?
The university is named after this famous Texas historical figure.
Who is Sam Houston
This on-campus option gives students access to dining halls and other food services around SHSU.
What is a dining plan (or meal plan)?
This outdoor venue is a popular spot for campus events, concerts, and student gatherings.
What is the Frank Parker Plaza?
Before the start of a semester, students must complete this process to officially join classes and access course materials.
What is registration?
This iconic 1836 battle at a San Antonio mission saw a small Texian force, including Davy Crockett, defeated by General Santa Anna’s army.
What is the Battle of the Alamo?
This year marks the founding of Sam Houston State University.
What is 1879?
If you’re having trouble with a class, SHSU offers this service where students can meet with a tutor for free.
What is tutoring (or the Academic Success Center)?
This state-of-the-art building is home to the College of Criminal Justice, one of the top programs in the country.
What is the George J. Beto Criminal Justice Center?
This term refers to a course that must be completed before a student can enroll in a more advanced course.
What is a prerequisite?
Sam Houston served as the President of this independent nation before it became part of the United States.
What is the Republic of Texas?
Every year, SHSU students celebrate this annual event, which includes a parade, bonfire, and a football game.
What is homecoming?
This service offers assistance with internships, resume building, and career planning.
What is the Career Services Center?
This SHSU facility includes the university's theater and performance arts programs, showcasing student performances throughout the year.
What is the Gaertner Performing Arts Center?
Instructors often set this period of time for students to discuss grades or ask questions outside of class.
What are office hours?
This "Father of Texas" led the first American settlers, known as the "Old 300," into Texas in the 1820s.
Who is Stephen F. Austin?
This building, one of the oldest on campus, was originally used as the university’s first permanent building.
What is Austin Hall?
This SHSU office is responsible for helping students with housing assignments and residential life issues.
What is the Residence Life Office?
This body of water, located on campus, is a popular location for students to relax and study outdoors.
What is Bearkat Pond (or "the Duck Pond")?
This document, typically one or two pages, highlights a student’s education, skills, and experiences for job applications.
What is a resume?
In 1836, Sam Houston led the Texian army to victory over General Santa Anna at this decisive battle.
What is the Battle of San Jacinto?
Sam Houston State University’s athletic teams are known as the Bearkats, but before that, they were known as this.
What are "The Normals"?