Sam Houston State@SamHoustonState

Since 1879, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. “The measure of a Life is its Service" #SHSU

 Huntsville, Texas
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Joined December 2008
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For Bearkat alumna Madison Smith (’19), a middle school career assessment sparked an interest in broadcast journalism that would eventually take her from the #SHSU student newscast to the anchor desk. Read Smith’s #AlumniSpotlight here: bit.ly/4rs6atW
Sam Houston State University alumna Madison Smith navigates the Newsroom in her career.

ALT Sam Houston State University alumna Madison Smith navigates the Newsroom in her career.

Sam Houston State University alumna Madison Smith navigates the Newsroom in her career.

ALT Sam Houston State University alumna Madison Smith navigates the Newsroom in her career.

Sam Houston State University alumna Madison Smith navigates the Newsroom in her career.

ALT Sam Houston State University alumna Madison Smith navigates the Newsroom in her career.

Madison Smith (third from right) celebrates with her colleagues at ABC 13 in Tucson, Arizona.

ALT Madison Smith (third from right) celebrates with her colleagues at ABC 13 in Tucson, Arizona.
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This homecoming was one for the scrapbook 📸 #FBF | #SpiritFriday
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Room for Research is LIVE! 🎙️ From #SHSU’s Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP), the new podcast features researchers, scholars & creatives discussing what inspires them, the problems they solve and how big ideas become real-world impact: bit.ly/4dIlMUz
Room for Research, a new podcast from Sam Houston State University's Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP), bringing you conversations with the researchers, scholars and creatives behind the work.

ALT Room for Research, a new podcast from Sam Houston State University's Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP), bringing you conversations with the researchers, scholars and creatives behind the work.
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Bearkats, let's talk 🎤 TEDxSHSU is back for its fifth year, bringing 12 speakers to #SHSU's Lowman Student Center on Sept. 30 to explore this year’s theme: “Human Connection.” See who’s taking the stage and what they’ll be talking about here: bit.ly/3T28ziB #TEDxSHSU
A person is standing on stage, speaking at a TEDxSHSU event.

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Just a reminder that our merch looks REALLY good on Bearkats 😮‍💨 From campus essentials to #SHSU swag and game day apparel, the SHSU Bookstore has what you need to rep the Kats from class to kickoff. Consider this your sign to upgrade your Bearkat wardrobe. #EatEmUpKats
A person is smiling against an orange background, wearing a "Sam Houston Bearkats" T-shirt and cap.

ALT A person is smiling against an orange background, wearing a "Sam Houston Bearkats" T-shirt and cap.

A person stands against an orange background, wearing an orange shirt with "Sam Houston Bearkats" written on it and a cap with "SH" on the front.

ALT A person stands against an orange background, wearing an orange shirt with "Sam Houston Bearkats" written on it and a cap with "SH" on the front.

A person smiling and adjusting a cap with "BEARKATS" written on it.

ALT A person smiling and adjusting a cap with "BEARKATS" written on it.

A person stands against an orange background, wearing an orange cap with a bear claw on the side.

ALT A person stands against an orange background, wearing an orange cap with a bear claw on the side.
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For students interested in animal science and agriculture, #SHSU’s Block & Bridle chapter is a place to learn, connect & get involved beyond the classroom. Ready to get involved? Find Block & Bridle on Bearkat HQ or Instagram, and learn more here: bit.ly/4y7tWOx
Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

ALT Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

ALT Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

ALT Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.

ALT Block & Bridle is a national organization, and SHSU’s chapter focuses on equipping students with knowledge through guest speakers and service projects.
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#ICYMI, Sam Houston State's Homecoming was filled with #SHSUTraditions, community and plenty of #SHSU pride. Bearkat Football topped off the week with a 59-0 win over Nicholls, bringing that pride to the field and the stands. Check out all the photos: bit.ly/4yRkwqv
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Okay, your majesties 👑💅 Introducing #SHSU's 2026 Homecoming King & Queen, Kaipolani Kaeo and Jasmine Broussard! #Homecoming | #SHSUTraditions
Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming King Kaipolani Kaeo and Queen Jasmine Broussard.

ALT Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming King Kaipolani Kaeo and Queen Jasmine Broussard.

Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming King Kaipolani Kaeo and Queen Jasmine Broussard.

ALT Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming King Kaipolani Kaeo and Queen Jasmine Broussard.

Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming Queen Jasmine Broussard with University President Alisa White.

ALT Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming Queen Jasmine Broussard with University President Alisa White.

Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming King Kaipolani Kaeo and Queen Jasmine Broussard with University President Alisa White and VP of Student Affairs Dannie Moore.

ALT Sam Houston State University's 2026 Homecoming King Kaipolani Kaeo and Queen Jasmine Broussard with University President Alisa White and VP of Student Affairs Dannie Moore.
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Roll the tape. 🎥 The Homecoming Parade took over Sam Houston Avenue, and we caught it all. Run it back and relive every moment in our Flickr album: bit.ly/4xvYTeg #Homecoming | #SamhoustonState
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#TFW you realize today's Friday AND tomorrow is game day! @BearkatsFB vs. Nicholls. Bowers Stadium. 6 p.m. We'll see y'all there! #EatEmUpKats | #SamHoustonState
Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

ALT Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

ALT Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

ALT Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

ALT Fans cheering on the Bearkat Football Team at the first home game of the season.

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The Relaxation Room is now open at #SHSU's Campus Rec Center, giving Bearkats a dedicated space to pause, recharge and reset between everything on your to-do list. 😌 Stop by the Rec’s main entrance and our staff will point you in the right direction! #PAWSForMentalHealth
Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

ALT Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

ALT Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

ALT Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.

ALT Relaxation Room located in the Campus Rec Center at Sam Houston State University.
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#SHSU recently honored five faculty members whose excellence in teaching, service, scholarship and academic engagement has made a meaningful impact on the Bearkat community with the 2026 Faculty Excellence Awards. 🧡 Read more about this year’s honorees: bit.ly/4xtpY1E
Sam Houston State University's Zachary Doleshal stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

ALT Sam Houston State University's Zachary Doleshal stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

Sam Houston State University's Lilibeth Al-Kofahy stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

ALT Sam Houston State University's Lilibeth Al-Kofahy stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

Sam Houston State University's Mitchel Roth stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

ALT Sam Houston State University's Mitchel Roth stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

Sam Houston State University's Kandi Tayebi stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

ALT Sam Houston State University's Kandi Tayebi stands with President Alisa White at the 2026 Academic Awards.

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How many Sam Jams could a Sam Jammer jam if a Sam Jammer could jam at Sam? 🤯 We may never know. But we do know it was a good time! Relive the Sam Jam Carnival here: bit.ly/4yysncm #SHSUTraditions | #SamHoustonState
Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

ALT Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

ALT Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

ALT Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

Students having fun at the 2026 Sam Jam Carnival.

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Pritchett Field is back and better than ever. 🐾 New turf, rugby goalposts and a shock pad give Bearkat student-athletes an upgraded place to compete and practice. Read more about Pritchett Field’s reopening and the teams that call it home: bit.ly/4dxY7pJ
Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.

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Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.

ALT Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.

Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.

ALT Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.

Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.

ALT Sam Houston State University is celebrating the official reopening of Pritchett Field.
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Hm… what are we doing today? 🤔 Oh, right. Watching Beyond the Measure! Tune in to today’s episode of Beyond the Measure and see how one alumna is giving back to her community and alma mater: bit.ly/4xp6ds8 #BeyondTheMeasure | #SamHoustonState
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We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸 25 years later, we pause to remember the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, and honor the courage, compassion and service that followed. #NeverForget
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📍 Elliott T. Bowers Stadium #EatEmUpKats
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These colors have meant home for generations. 🧡🐾 Now, they’re back in a whole new way. The Sam Houston State Homefield Collection is online now. Vintage-inspired apparel for Bearkats past, present & future. Wear the memories. Rep the Kats. @BearkatSports x @HomefieldApparl
Sam Houston State’s Homefield Collection is online now, bringing vintage-inspired apparel that celebrates the spirit and traditions that make Sam Houston home.

ALT Sam Houston State’s Homefield Collection is online now, bringing vintage-inspired apparel that celebrates the spirit and traditions that make Sam Houston home.

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Order here -> homefieldapparel.com/collect…

Sam Houston T-Shirts, Vintage Hats, Sweatshirts | Homefield

Homefield designs and creates the best Sam Houston Bearkats apparel. We have what you need for your game day--thoughtfully designed, retro-inspired gear.

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This episode hits close to home for our VP of Student Affairs, Dr. Dannie Moore 👌 Subscribe to our YouTube channel at the link below and tune in 9/14 for the latest Beyond the Measure! 🔔 bit.ly/425Hv24 #BeyondTheMeasure | #SHSU
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