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.
