I've always had a passion for empowering those around me to be the best versions of themselves. 

This is only possible when you have a positive, supporting community as well as the resources needed to reach your goals. Within this new role for CHSS, I aspire to empower the Bearkat Community; students, faculty, staff, and alumni alike.

Together, empowered, and supported, we can continue cultivating a culture of belonging in CHSS, paving the way for students yet to step foot on SHSU's campus.

Tiffany Hubrig

"I always knew I wanted to major in history, but I wasn't entirely sure what I wanted to do with it. I pretty much knew I didn't want to go into teaching so I was keeping my options open. It wasn't until I took the public history course that the department of History offers under Dr. Doleshal, that I really found a passion in going into public history."

Ty Hilliard

SHSU Graduate - 2024

Major in History, Minored in Spanish

Ingrid Patino

SHSU Graduate - 2019

Double major in History & Spanish

In April of this year, we ran a naming contest for this very newsletter and after viewing over forty submission, we found our winner!

Congratulations Kristen Zeman (Sophomore, Psychology) for winning the eternal glory of naming our newsletter "Inside CHSS", and winning the $300 contest prize!

The National Book Foundation was founded in 1989 to administer the National Book Awards, which has been one of the most prestigious literary prizes in the country since 1950. The Foundation also produces numerous educational and public programs that help connect readers to books in new and meaningful ways.

"SHSU’s partnership with the National Book Foundation is one of the only few like it in the country. Because of this partnership, we are able to bring in some of the best writer’s working today to our community! The festival activities themselves have a direct impact on our university community, our public schools, our students, and our faculty.”

- Dr. Jacob Blevins

Lacy M. Johnson

Moderator

Top: LaToya Watkins, Author

Bottom: Anthony Cody, Author

Shing Yin Khor, Author

"It really is so much fun, if I had the chance I would do it a million and one more times!"

-Amy Dellacrosse

"You're able to see new places and experience different cultures while earning credit toward your degree!"

-Tina Ellison

"It’s an experience you’ll never forget. You’ll talk about it for years to come." 

-Dr. Robert Donahoo

Founded in 1979, TRP: The University Press of SHSU (Texas Review Press) is committed to publishing quality poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and scholarship. 

The National Book Foundation was founded in 1989 to administer the National Book Awards, which has been one of the most prestigious literary prizes in the country since 1950. The Foundation also produces numerous educational and public programs that help connect readers to books in new and meaningful ways.

This year, for the first time, a TRP published book has the honor of being selected for the National Book Awards Longlist! We congratulate this distinguished author.

Excellence in Teaching (Tenured and Tenure-Track):

Dr. Jadwiga Biskupska, History,

Dr. Benjamin Park, History

Excellence in Teaching (Non-Tenure Track): Jennifer Child, English

Excellence in Scholarly and Creative Accomplishments: Dr. Brian Jordan, History

Excellence in Service: Dr. Frances Brandau, Communication Studies

Excellence in Staff Performance: Sarie Fuller, Former Assistant to the Chair of English

Back: Dean Chien-pin Li, Dr. Benjamin Park, Dr. Brian Jordan

Front: Dr. Frances Brandau, Sarie Fuller, Jennifer Child, Dr. Jadwiga Biskupska

Need a little something extra on your resume?

CHSS is now accepting applications to become an ambassador!

This is a great opportunity for students to represent the college at university events and network with leaders across campus and the community.

CHSS Skill Workshops for Students

Join us this fall for the 2024 Skills Workshop Series, building on last year's success. We’re offering five workshops this semester, covering essential skills like business communication, intercultural communication, and critical thinking. Don't miss out on the chance to win scholarships, connect with peers, and enhance your skills!

Scholarships4Kats opens every year on September 1st. Completing your Scholarships4Kats application early is crucial for maximizing your opportunities and minimizing stress. By starting early, you give yourself ample time to gather all required documents, craft thoughtful responses, and ensure every detail is accurate.

The priority date to have your application submitted for the

2025-2026 aid year is November 1, 2024.

September 2024

Join Marina DiMarco as she discusses "The Mystery of disappearing Social Causes: Explanation Laundering in the Health Sciences

Be sure to get involved with the various Homecoming Week Activities!

Eleven Sam Houston State University alumni contributing significantly to their professions, communities, and alma mater will be recognized during this year’s homecoming festivities.

Honoring Chris Tritico, Distinguished Alum, Political Science

October 2024

Looking for a good read?

TRP: The University Press of SHSU will be having a book sale, all titles under $5.00.

Join National Book Award–honored authors Anthony Cody (Borderland Apocrypha, 2020 Poetry Finalist), Shing Yin Khor (The Legend of Auntie Po, 2021 Young People’s Literature Finalist), and LaToya Watkins (Holler, Child, 2023 Fiction Longlist) for readings and conversation on the porous boundaries of genre, of history, and of place.

Got a story? We want to brag about you!

If you have any events, stories, successes, announcements, or news about students, faculty, staff, or alumni please send it over!

We want our Bearkat Community to celebrate with you!

CHSS Newsletter Team

Brianna Chapman - Writer/Editor

Andrea Stone - Writer/Editor

Tiffany Hubrig - Marketing and Communications Coordinator

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