Help represent the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at open houses, tailgates, and recruiting events across campus. CHSS Ambassadors welcome incoming students, staff college tables, and help prospective Bearkats see what our departments offer. It's a resume-building leadership role with flexible time commitments built around your schedule. 

The Measure: A Journal of Undergraduate Research is a refereed journal dedicated to publishing undergraduate research from courses in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Sam Houston State University. Students enrolled in a CHSS course during the academic year are eligible to submit their work for publication consideration, whether or not they are majoring in one of the disciplines in the college.

The SHSU Model United Nations Program was established in 2019 and has quickly developed into one of the university’s most successful experiential learning programs. Since its founding, SHSU MUN delegations have earned conference recognition every year for six consecutive years, reflecting the dedication, preparation, and professionalism of our students. Through participation in Model United Nations conferences, students strengthen their skills in research, public speaking, negotiation, diplomacy, teamwork, and global affairs while representing Sam Houston State University on a national stage.

The SMUN Program is open to all SHSU undergraduate students, with selection priority generally given to Political Science majors and minors, followed by students in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and then students from other SHSU colleges and programs.

Selected delegates will enroll in POLS 4081: Problems in Political Science – Diplomacy in Practice (Hybrid) in Spring 2027 and represent SHSU at the 2027 National Model United Nations – New York, Conference B, March 29–April 2, 2027.

Up to 12 student delegates are expected to be selected, and no previous Model UN experience is required.

Undergraduate students conducting research with a CHSS faculty member can apply for research support up to $500 per long semester. Applications will only be open for a short period of time each semester and must be submitted by the announced deadline. Decisions on funding will not be announced once the SPUR committee has reviewed all applications.  All SHSU policies and procedures must be followed to use the funding.

The faculty sponsor must provide a letter of support explaining the need for funding and confirming their responsibility for overseeing and maintaining accountability for any items purchased with the awarded fund.

Congratulations to Dr. Craig Henderson for being named a 2026 TSUS Regents' Professor.

This award honors professors who demonstrate a distinguished record of teaching, research or other scholarly activity, and service at the local, state and national levels. Selection as a Regents’ Professor is the highest honor bestowed by the Texas State University System on faculty members, and reflects a dedication to research, teaching, and service. 

“I am incredibly honored to receive this award,” Marek said. “The award is especially meaningful because it represents NIH’s investment not only in my current research, but also in my long-term development as a clinical scientist. It gives me greater freedom to continue building a program of research focused on improving outcomes for people living with obesity and type 2 diabetes, while also creating meaningful research opportunities for our students at Sam Houston State.”

"It is a privilege and honor to join The Measure as assistant editor in June of 2026, alongside the managing editor, Meghan Makthepharack. I joined the team during the home stretch of the revision and design process, and just in a few short weeks of the July deadline, it was immensely rewarding to read such growth in the author’s important and necessary ideas. It must be emphasized that the process students and faculty undergo is by no means simple. It requires time, often outside of typical class and working hours, discipline, and dedication to the important ideas the journal protects. Our standards are high because we believe that students can exceed them."

-Lindsey Rowley

Back: Dr. Chien-pin Li, Dr. Ryan Marek, Dr. Lisa Dahlgren, Dr. Miriam Akoto

Front: Kristin Trojacek, Amy Dean, Dr. April O'Brien

Excellence in Teaching (Tenured and Tenure-Track)
Dr. Miriam Akoto, World Languages and Cultures

Excellence in Teaching (Non-Tenure Track)
Amy Dean, History

Excellence in Scholarly and Creative Accomplishments
Dr. Ryan Marek, Psychology

Excellence in Service
Dr. Lisa Dahlgren, Communication Studies

Excellence in Community Engagement
Dr. April O'Brien, English

Excellence in Staff Performance
Kristin Trojacek, Political Science

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