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For 10 years, Stephen F. Austin State University’s Cooking Matters program has provided families in Nacogdoches new ways to manage health and budgeting while cooking. This year’s curriculum, “Food Smarts: A Cooking and Nutrition Class,” concluded after six weeks of nutrition education, equipping a new group of participants with practical skills to prepare nutritious, affordable meals.
November 24, 2025 – For 10 years, Stephen F. Austin State University’s Cooking Matters program has provided families in Nacogdoches new ways to manage health and budgeting while cooking. This year’s curriculum, “Food Smarts: A Cooking and Nutrition Class,” concluded this week after six weeks of nutrition education, equipping a new group of participants with practical skills to prepare nutritious, affordable meals.
Hosted by SFA’s Department of Allied Health Studies in partnership with the East Texas Food Bank, the six courses featured valuable lessons in nutrition and cooking taught by students enrolled in SFA’s “Community Nutrition” class. Following the completion of each of the six courses and a grocery store tour during week five, all participants received a free bag of groceries to re-create the meal at home. The final week closed with a Thanksgiving potluck graduation November 17 at the Nacogdoches Helping Other People Eat, or HOPE, food pantry’s resource center.
“Collaborating with the East Texas Food Bank and HOPE pantry is allowing students to create sustainable changes for individuals and families in need,” said Justin Pelham, food, nutrition and dietetics clinical assistant professor. “This program gives back to our community and our students by providing hands-on experience to complement lecture-based content. Students gain valuable skills and take what they learn to practice while educating people who need it most in Nacogdoches.”
The first five weeks of “Food Smarts” consisted of Pelham’s students providing nutrition education lessons followed by chef instruction. The fifth lesson featured a grocery store tour at the Nacogdoches Walmart, where students gave in-store instruction on shopping.
This year, 10 graduates completed the program. With one in three Nacogdoches residents living in poverty, the program provides vital resources and education to underserved communities while offering SFA students invaluable real-world teaching experience.
Cooking Matters continues to make a difference by helping families prioritize their health while sticking to a budget. For more information on SFA’s dietetics and nutritional sciences programs, visit gosfa.com/dietetics-nutrition.
Stephen F. Austin State University recently established the Nu Xi chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha, a national honor society for first-generation college students as well as faculty and staff who were first-gen college students. Nearly 50 students and eight faculty and staff were inducted into the inaugural cohort this month.
November 17, 2025 - As the number of first-generation college students continues to rise at Stephen F. Austin State University, so do the opportunities to recognize their success. With the establishment of the Nu Xi chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha, or Tri-Alpha, SFA’s first-generation students now have an honor society of their own.
“We are so excited to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of first-generation Lumberjacks,” said Dr. Ja’Von Long, Nu Xi chapter faculty advisor and director of student development and support at SFA. “As a former first-gen college student, myself, I know how much they’ve overcome just to enroll in college. To qualify for an honor society on top of that shows the excellence, resilience and leadership these students have and will carry with them beyond graduation.”
Nearly 50 first-generation college students were inducted into the inaugural cohort of SFA’s Nu Xi chapter this month. To qualify for Tri-Alpha membership, students must:
• be a current degree-seeking student at SFA
• come from a family in which neither parent earned a bachelor’s degree
• have at least 30 credit hours
• and hold an overall GPA of 3.2 or higher.
Roughly 40% of SFA’s graduates each year are first-generation students. First-generation students are those whose parents or guardians have not earned a bachelor’s degree in the United States. Many of these SFA students also qualify as low-income, defined as being eligible for a Pell Grant. The percentage of Pell Grant-eligible undergraduates at SFA exceeds both state and national averages, as well as those of peer institutions.
Josephine Damian, criminal justice junior from Houston and the first president of the Nu Xi chapter, said she’s excited about building a legacy at SFA and establishing resources that will benefit future members for years to come.
“Serving as an inaugural member and president is an honor and an opportunity to truly build something from the ground up,” Damian said. “It’s a representation of a community dedicated to supporting first-gen students and faculty.”
The chapter also includes a mentoring component that allows faculty and staff who were first-generation college students to join. Eight SFA faculty and staff members were inducted into the inaugural cohort this month.
“This creates another support system for our first-generation students because these faculty and staff members share similar experiences,” said Dr. Veronica Beavers, associate dean of students - Student Development and Access Services. “Many of them are connected to initiatives that support first-gen Lumberjacks, from participating in Generation Jacks to assisting with first-generation workshops and other student success efforts across campus. Our faculty and staff have been amazing at helping students overcome challenges, and this new initiative offers yet another opportunity for them to connect with and uplift our students.”
Dr. Kent Willis, senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement who helped Long and Beavers establish the Tri-Alpha chapter at SFA, said the new inductees are a source of pride for their families and an inspiration to future first-generation students.
“The students, faculty and staff inducted into the Nu Xi chapter of Tri-Alpha embody what it means to break barriers and create new pathways for others,” Willis said.
“They understand the significance of this responsibility and embrace it with purpose and dedication. They are trailblazers and role models. I look forward to seeing the Nu Xi chapter continue to grow.”
Tri-Alpha was founded March 24, 2018, at Moravian University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and has grown to more than 150 chapters nationwide.
For more information on Tri-Alpha, visit 1stgenhonors.org. For more information on first-generation student support at SFA, visit sfasu.edu/firstgen.
November 5, 2025 - Stephen F. Austin State University will host SFA Day at Center High School on Wednesday, November 12, bringing Lumberjack spirit and educational opportunities to Shelby County.
The day's events will include academic information sessions from 2pm to 3pm, giving Center High School students the chance to explore SFA's academic programs, scholarships and student life. Staff members will be available to answer questions and provide resources for students interested in continuing their education at SFA.
Later in the afternoon, the SFA Tennis team will host a clinic at 5pm for members of the Center High School Tennis team. The clinic is also open to the public, offering community members the opportunity to learn from collegiate athletes and coaches.
The event is a collaboration between Stephen F. Austin State University, Center High School, and the Bone Hill Foundation, reflecting a shared commitment to expanding access to higher education and strengthening regional partnerships.
"SFA Day at Center High School is a great example of how our university connects with students and communities across East Texas," said Dr. Kent Willis, SFA's senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement. "We're proud to showcase the opportunities available at SFA while building relationships that help students see a pathway to success close to home."
About Stephen F. Austin State University
Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers' college in Texas' oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges - business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 40 academic facilities, 11 residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor's degrees, more than 40 master's degrees and four doctoral degrees covering over 120 areas of study. Learn more at sfasu.edu.
October 29, 2025 –– Stephen F. Austin State University’s Department of Earth Sciences and Geologic Resources will host an Earth Science Day event from 10am to 2pm November 8 in the Cole STEM Building atrium.
This free event is open to the public. Visitors who have minerals, rocks or fossils they would like to have identified are encouraged to bring them for a free identification service. There will be geology-themed activities for all ages, including dinosaur races, cupcake geology and an augmented reality sand table.
“Our annual earth science celebration is designed to increase awareness and help our community gain a better understanding of the planet we call home,” said Dr. Wesley Brown, chair of the department. “The enthusiastic faculty and students are eager to open the Department of Earth Sciences and Geologic Resources’ doors to the community and answer all earth-science-related questions.”
The influence of geosciences spans across science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines, as well as the humanities, according to Dr. Liane Stevens, associate professor of earth sciences and geologic resources.
“Our lives are so intertwined with the Earth that we often don’t realize the many ways that earth science impacts us,” Stevens said. “Beyond accessing resources and planning for natural disasters, earth scientists are working to protect our planet and environment.”
For more information, contact Stevens at stevenslm@sfasu.edu or (936) 468-2024.
A Jack Walker leads a campus tour for students and their families at Stephen F. Austin State University. SFA recently broke its single-day application record with 2,700 submitted applications. The university is waiving application fees through December 1.
October 22, 2025 – Stephen F. Austin State University recently broke its single-day application record with 2,700 submitted applications thanks in part to Free College Application Week.
Administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board the second full week of October, the initiative helps Texas residents apply to public colleges at no cost.
“This is part of the statewide push to make college more accessible for all Texans, with SFA leading the way,” said Dr. Kent Willis, senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement. “SFA will continue to waive application fees through December 1.”
Willis credited the record-breaking numbers in part to SFA’s 2023 affiliation with The University of Texas System, which has expanded the university’s reach, reputation and resources.
“This milestone is a tangible result of our partnership with the UT System,” Willis said. “Our Purple Promise program and transfer pathway initiatives are opening doors for rural, first-generation and transfer students who want to earn their degrees at SFA.”
Purple Promise, which covers tuition and fees for high school and transfer students with a family income of $100,000 or less, and expanded transfer pathways from community colleges are helping more Texans access an SFA education.
Many students have shared that these initiatives have made earning a college degree not only possible but deeply meaningful — especially for those who are the first in their families to attend a university or who come from small, rural communities. For many, SFA’s supportive and connected campus culture has been a deciding factor in their college choice.
“It was the small-campus feel, the energy on campus, and how involved the faculty are with students that really drew me to SFA,” said Kason Cauley, a first-year human resource management student from Denton.
Billy Stewart, a kinesiology transfer student from Tyler Junior College, said the encouragement of his former high school coaches — who are also SFA alumni — helped guide his decision to become a Lumberjack.
“The friendly campus environment and amazing academic support and mentorship opportunities, along with being part of the Lumberjack Transfer Alliance, have all made my transition to SFA seamless,” Stewart said.
SFA faculty and staff are working hard to share the qualities Cauley and Stewart love about being a Lumberjack with prospective students across the nation.
“For years, many have seen SFA as Texas’ best-kept secret,” said Dr. J.D. Salas, director of SFA’s School of Music. “Today, our faculty and staff are working hard to change that by showing students across Texas and beyond just how much they matter here.
“Every new student who joins our campus brings a spark of curiosity and possibility,” Salas continued. “They don’t just fill our classrooms — they energize our community with fresh perspectives that fuel innovation and growth.”
Like faculty, staff and students, Willis said he’s excited about the university’s momentum.
“This means more highly qualified applicants, more opportunities and a stronger Lumberjack community.”
To apply to SFA by December 1 and have your application fee waived, visit sfasu.edu/apply.
About Stephen F. Austin State University
Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges — business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 40 academic facilities, 11 residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees covering over 120 areas of study. Learn more at sfasu.edu.
Concert featuring award-winning country duo Maddie & Tae beginning at 8pm October 17 at the Intramural Fields.
October 8, 2025 –– Stephen F. Austin State University has a full calendar of events for Homecoming 2025, including the annual bonfire, drone show and concert featuring award-winning country duo Maddie and Tae beginning at 8pm October 17 at the Intramural Fields.
The fun begins today with the launch of SFA Alumni Association’s online Homecoming Auction 2025. Through October 19, participants can bid on items ranging from custom SFA creations to exciting travel packages. All proceeds go toward SFA Alumni Association student and alumni programming.
Sigma Chi fraternity will begin building this year’s bonfire on Friday at the Intramural Fields, located at the corner of Starr Avenue and Wilson Drive, and complete it early the week of Homecoming, which kicks off October 13 with a student-focused celebration at the Surfin’ Steve fountain in Sesquicentennial Plaza.
Events open to the public begin with Campus Recreation’s Homecoming 5K, which starts at 5:30pm October 15 in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Plaza. The cost to register for the 5K is $15 for students; $20 for faculty, staff and alumni; and $25 for community members. A one-mile route costs $5 for all participants. Entry fees will fund SFA scholarships.
Homecoming week continues with a blood drive scheduled from 11am to 5pm October 16 in Baker Pattillo Student Center Regents’ Suite A. That same day, SFA’s Ladyjack volleyball team faces Houston Christian University at 6pm in Shelton Gym.
The Student Activities Association’s annual SFA Homecoming bonfire lighting; drone show presented by Sky Elements; and pep rally featuring the Lumberjack Cheer and Dance Teams, Lumberjack Marching Band and Twirl-O-Jacks begin at 8pm October 17 at the Intramural Fields. Maddie & Tae will take the stage at 9pm. This event is free and open to the community.
Game day kicks off with the Alumni Association’s Homecoming flap “Jack” breakfast from 7:30 to 10am October 18 at The Fredonia Hotel. The Homecoming parade follows at 10am in downtown Nacogdoches.
After the Ladyjack volleyball team plays the University of the Incarnate Word at noon in Shelton Gym, the Lumberjack football team takes center stage when it faces Nicholls State University at 6pm at Homer Bryce Stadium.
The Alumni Corner Tailgate, hosted by the Alumni Association, begins at 3pm at the Pineywoods Dining Hall Pavilion on the corner of East College Street and Wilson Drive.
To view full details on SFA Homecoming events, visit sfasu.edu/homecoming.
Acclaimed actor and Texas native Dennis Quaid will bring star power and policy insight to Stephen F. Austin State University this spring as the speaker for the fifth installment of the Nelson Rusche Distinguished Lecture Series. Best known for iconic film roles in “The Rookie,” “The Parent Trap” 1998 remake and “A Dog’s Purpose,” Quaid will speak at 7:30 p.m. April 9, 2026, in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Grand Ballroom.
October 2, 2025 - Acclaimed actor and Texas native Dennis Quaid will bring star power and business policy insight to Stephen F. Austin State University this spring as the speaker for the fifth installment of the Nelson Rusche Distinguished Lecture Series. Best known for iconic film roles in “The Rookie,” “The Parent Trap” 1998 remake and “A Dog’s Purpose,” Quaid will speak at 7:30 p.m. April 9, 2026, in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Grand Ballroom.
Quaid will discuss his advocacy for Texas film and television industry incentives, offering firsthand insights into the intersection of entertainment and economic development. As part of the “True to Texas: Let’s Bring Productions Home” campaign, Quaid joined fellow Texas stars Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Billy Bob Thornton and Renée Zellweger in championing Senate Bill 22 during the 89th Texas Legislature in spring 2025. The landmark bill, which took effect Sept. 1, dramatically increased funding for the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program, allocating $300 million every two years to attract major film and television productions to the Lone Star State.
“The film and television business generates significant revenue, and thanks to SB 22, Texas has a real opportunity to become the next Hollywood,” said Dr. Jason Reese, interim dean of SFA’s Nelson Rusche College of Business. “Dennis Quaid is the perfect Texan to discuss how our students can build successful careers in entrepreneurship, business and leadership in the film industry right here in East Texas.”
The bill also provides additional incentives to projects that partner with higher education institutions. This will be particularly important as SFA launches the LED volume production studio in its new entrepreneurship building. Featuring technology to create realistic and immersive virtual environments for film, television and video production, the studio will be available for collaborative projects and entrepreneurial ventures across SFA’s areas of study as well as East Texas communities.
“SFA’s new LED volume studio will be a game-changer for East Texas, opening the door to cutting-edge virtual production capabilities that were once only available in major film hubs,” Reese said. “This facility will not only enhance hands-on learning across disciplines — from media and STEM to agriculture and aviation — but also create new opportunities for local businesses, entrepreneurs and creatives to collaborate, innovate and attract film and television projects to our region.”
Established in 2016 to honor the legacy of A. Nelson Rusche, who gifted $5 million to the Rusche College of Business, the Nelson Rusche Distinguished Lecture Series brings high-profile figures to SFA to inspire and inform. Past speakers include Candace Nelson, guest Shark for ABC’s “Shark Tank” and founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes and Pizzana, in 2024; Daymond John, “Shark Tank” star and FUBU founder, in 2021; Tony Hawk, skateboarding champ, in 2019; and Jeb Bush, former Florida governor and presidential candidate, in 2016.
Free tickets for the event will be available starting Jan. 2 at the Charles Bright Visitor Center downtown, and on campus at the Baker Pattillo Student Center Information Desk and the McGee Business Building, Room 137.
For more information about the lecture series, visit the Nelson Rusche Distinguished Lecture Series webpage.
Stone Fort Museum
September 17, 2025 - Stephen F. Austin State University’s Stone Fort Museum will host the Old Stone Harvest Fest from 4pm to 8pm October 25 at the museum on SFA’s campus.
According to Carolyn Spears, Stone Fort Museum director, the family-friendly event will feature traditional cooking demonstrations, heritage crafts and live music.
“Old Stone Harvest Fest is about savoring the past while we celebrate the future,” Spears said. “We welcome everyone to join us for an evening of music, food and hands-on fun.”
The event will consist of a jelly-making demonstration using native plums from the museum’s Spanish Colonial Demonstration Garden and paired with Dutch oven cornbread. Owen Flynn, chef and owner of O’Geez food truck, will share tips on foraging and using local ingredients as he prepares a traditional stew.
Guests can enjoy live music from the local acoustic band Camino Real de Nacogdoches, followed by alternative country rock performances from Sons of Atlantis and an open mic showcase celebrating local talent. Visitors are also invited to weave a bookmark in the heritage handcrafts makerspace and explore the museum’s current exhibit, Fabricating Fashion.
Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, contact museum staff members at (936) 468-2408 or stonefort@sfasu.edu.
Stephen F. Austin State University is one of four higher education institutions in Texas where aviation sciences students can qualify to receive their Restricted Airline Transport Pilot certificate following graduation, which will shave 500 hours off of their required hours to begin their piloting careers.
September 16, 2025 –– Stephen F. Austin State University aviation sciences students can begin their piloting careers sooner because the university is now one of only four higher education institutions in Texas authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration to certify students are eligible for their Restricted Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
The FAA normally requires 1,500 flight hours and a minimum age of 23 to qualify for the Air Transport Pilot certificate, a credential needed to fly for an airline. Airlines also hire pilots who have earned a Restricted Airline Transport Pilot certificate, which requires 500 fewer hours of flight time and can be earned by age 21 as pilots complete their ATP certificate requirements.
With the new FAA Part 141 Letter of Authorization, SFA’s aviation sciences students, also known as Flying Jacks, can qualify for their RATP certificate following graduation. These students have been graduating with their commercial pilot certificate and instrument and multi-engine ratings as well as their certified flight instructor certificate, depending on their training path. Now, with the addition of RATP certification, Flying Jacks can be hired by airlines and start earning salaries as soon as they graduate and reach 1,000 hours of flight time.
“This is a huge milestone and will allow us to recruit more qualified students into the program,” said Dr. Chay Runnels, director of the School of Human Sciences and Professional Studies in SFA’s James I. Perkins College of Education. “The only other four-year aviation programs in Texas with institutional authority to issue the RATP certificate are Baylor, LeTourneau and Texas Woman's University. Not every flight training program is an approved Part 141 program, so this puts SFA in an elite class of flight training programs in the country.”
The multiyear undertaking to qualify for the FAA Part 141 Letter of Authorization involved an application process, inspections and a review by the FAA. Jack Gainer, SFA’s chief instructor pilot, spearheaded the effort and helped SFA reach this milestone 36 months sooner than most other universities, a testament to the program's steadfast commitment and high standards.
“This will benefit our Flying Jacks by reducing their flight hours by 500 hours and allowing them to begin their career in the airline industry much sooner,” Gainer said. “This equates to an unmeasurable earnings potential that could easily be worth over a million dollars in career earnings — and everlasting alumni pride in being a Flying Jack.”
Since its launch in 2021, SFA’s aviation sciences program has experienced remarkable growth. What began with 21 students and one faculty member has now expanded to more than 160 students, four full-time faculty members and four adjunct faculty members. The program celebrated its first full cohort of graduates in May 2025.
“This growth reflects both the strength of the program and the dedication of its leadership,” Runnels said. “Under the direction of Aviation Sciences Program Director Allen Wilson, our faculty work closely together to recruit and retain students, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed. Importantly, every member of our aviation faculty brings practical, real-world aviation experience to the classroom, which allows our students to bridge theory and practice as they prepare for careers in the field.”
This semester, the aviation sciences program launched a new concentration in aviation management. Designed for students who are passionate about aviation but may not want to pursue a flying career, this concentration prepares students for a wide range of postgraduate career opportunities in the aviation industry, from airport operations to airline management.
“I’m excited about the new aviation management concentration,” Wilson said. “Within the aviation industry, it is estimated that pilots make up approximately 16% of the workforce. The aviation management degree opens up the doors to the other 84%.”
After two and a half years as director, Wilson is pleased with the program’s growth.
“It was rewarding and fulfilling to see our first graduates this past spring,” he said.
Runnels agreed and thanked HCH Aviation, the program’s private partner, for its support and Dr. Stacy Hendricks, interim dean of Perkins College of Education, for her leadership.
“I’m proud to have been part of this program since its inception and to see firsthand the time, energy and expertise our faculty have invested in both the program and our students,” Runnels said.
For more information on SFA’s aviation sciences program, visit sfasu.edu/aviation.
About Stephen F. Austin State University
Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, began a century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town, Nacogdoches. Today, it has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges — business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA enrolls approximately 11,000 students while providing the academic breadth of a state university with the personalized attention of a private school. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 40 academic facilities, 11 residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees covering over 120 areas of study. Learn more at sfasu.edu.
Stephen F. Austin State University kicked off the 2025 fall semester Monday with its largest first-time undergraduate class ever. The university also celebrated its first increase in total enrollment since fall 2018. SFA’s largest freshman class, pictured, gathered for a photo ahead of last week’s Holler at Homer event.
August 30, 2025 – Stephen F. Austin State University kicked off the 2025 fall semester Monday with its largest first-time undergraduate class ever. The university also celebrated its first increase in total enrollment since fall 2018.
“This historic milestone reflects the growing confidence in SFA's mission, our outstanding faculty and staff, and the transformative experience we provide,” said Dr. Neal Weaver, SFA president. “Reaching record enrollment is not just a number — it's a testament to the dedication of our Lumberjack community and the bright future ahead for every student who chooses to call SFA home.”
According to the university’s early enrollment data, SFA welcomed nearly 2,800 first-time undergraduate students, up 31% compared to last year. Transfer student enrollment increased by 16%, and total enrollment is up 7% from fall 2024.
The new fall enrollment record is a reflection of The University of Texas System’s investment to expand SFA’s Purple Promise program, which covers tuition and fees for families earning $100,000 gross income or less. It’s also a result of new initiatives like the Lumberjack Transfer Alliance and Lumberjack Launch to improve access, support and college readiness for students across Texas, said Dr. Kent Willis, senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement at SFA.
“Students are looking for the personal touch of a close-knit and safe campus that also provides rigorous academics, strong career preparation, and opportunities for leadership, service and social engagement at an affordable price,” Willis said. “SFA offers all that along with the power and prestige of the UT System.”
The increase in enrollment has led to an increase in semester credit hours, which are up 9% over fall 2024. This marks SFA’s highest number of semester credit hours since fall 2020 and the first annual (fall to fall) increase since fall 2021. In Texas, state lawmakers use a formula driven by weighted semester credit hours to determine the funding for public universities.
Enrollment highlights:
- 7% increase in total headcount
- 9% increase in semester credit hours
- 16% increase in first-time transfer students
- 31% increase in first-time undergraduate students
- 12% increase in first-time undergraduate applications
- 25% increase in admitted first-time undergraduate students
- 21% increase in first-time transfer applications
- 18% increase in admitted first-time transfer students
Official enrollment data reported to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board will be available following the 20th class day.
Applications for the fall 2026 semester are officially open, and students can apply today at sfasu.edu/apply. High school students and their families exploring universities can learn more about SFA by visiting sfasu.edu/lumberjackfamily, scheduling a campus tour at sfasu.edu/visit, and viewing SFA’s episode of Amazon Prime Video’s “The College Tour,” which premieres September 1 at sfasu.edu/tct.
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