Sam Houston State University
Sam Houston State University (Sam Houston, SHSU or Sam) is a public research university in Huntsville, Texas. Founded in 1879, it is the third-oldest public college or university in Texas. It is one of the first normal schools west of the Mississippi River and the first in Texas. The school is named for Sam Houston, who made his home in the city and is buried there.
Former names | Sam Houston Normal Institute (1879–1923) Sam Houston State Teachers College (1923–1965) Sam Houston State College (1965–1969) |
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| Motto | "The measure of a Life is its Service" |
| Type | Public research university |
| Established | April 21, 1879 |
Parent institution | Texas State University System |
| Accreditation | SACS |
| Endowment | $152.3 million (2021) |
| President | Alisa White |
| Provost | Michael T. Stephenson |
Academic staff | 598 |
| Students | 21,679 |
| Location | , , United States 30°42′50″N 95°32′50″W |
| Campus | Distant Town, 272 acres (110 ha) |
| Newspaper | The Houstonian |
| Colors | Orange & White |
| Nickname | Bearkats |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division I FBS – CUSA |
| Mascot | Sammy Bearkat |
| Website | www |
SHSU is a member of the Texas State University System and has an enrollment of more than 20,000 students across over 80 undergraduate, 59 master's, and 10 doctoral degree programs. The university also offers more than 20 online bachelor's and graduate degrees. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity."
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