Saturdy@SAM Program | Sam Houston State University | 2024
October 12, 2024
Dear Future Bearkats and Guests,
Welcome to Saturday@SAM! We are glad you are here to experience some of what makes Sam Houston State University a great place to learn, live, and make connections. Today you will tour campus, meet future peers at the student organization fair, and hear from faculty and staff who will support you on your Bearkat journey. Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
You probably have your own definition of what the “college experience” should be. You may see it only as an opportunity to study hard and get a degree; you might see it as one big social experience. My hope is that your college experience is somewhere in between.
College is more than just a path to a degree; it’s an opportunity to explore the world around you and build a foundation on which to live the life you want to live. What you learn along the way will last you a lifetime. You’ll also make friends here that will last a lifetime.
Know that as you navigate the life of a college student, Sam Houston State faculty and staff want you to be successful and are here to support you.
Our motto, “The Measure of a Life is its Service,” provides a meaningful standard by which we can evaluate ourselves as people of purpose who provide value to others. During your time at SHSU, you will have opportunities to put the motto into action by participating in activities you value and serving our community.
I hope you get a real sense of the Sam Houston State University experience today and that your visit is everything you want it to be.
Welcome to Huntsville and Sam Houston State University.
Eat ‘em up, Kats!
Alisa White, President Sam Houston State University
Saturday@SAM Overview
7:15 a.m.
Early Check-In
7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Optional Campus Tours
7:45 to 9:15 a.m.
Check-In
8:45 to 9:25 a.m.
Admissions and Financial Aid
9:45 to 10:25 a.m.
Academic Overview #1
10:40 to 11:20 a.m.
Academic Overview #2
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Residence Life Open House and Walking Tours
11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Apply Today!
Noon to 2 p.m.
Information and Academic Fair
Visit the LSC
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Visit the Lowman Student Center, located at the center of campus. Enjoy a refreshment at Starbucks or visit the Campus Bookstore!
Dining Options
Lowman Student Center | 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Bookstore | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Starbucks | 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chick-fil-A | 7:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Freebirds | 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Panda Express | 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sammy’s Shakes | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Gibbs Ranch Tour
Noon & 1 p.m.
1143 TX-75, Huntsville, TX 77320
Come tour our 1,500+ acre working ranch that serves our Agricultural Sciences program.
POD | All Day
Old Main Market
Lunch ($8) | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Explore On Your Own Open Houses & Tabling
Parker Plaza
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Admissions and Accepted Students
Career Success Center
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Honors College
Lowman Student Center
Military Science - ROTC
Registrar
Residence Life
SAM Center/Advising
SH Hospitality & Dining
SHSU Online
Student Account Services
Student Money Management
Testing Center
The Smith-Hutson Scholarship
Open Houses
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Campus Activities and Traditions
LSC | 215
Campus Recreation Center
Campus Store
Lowman Student Center (LSC)
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Iris Technical-Communications Suite
Evans | 251
Newton Gresham Library (NGL)
Admissions & Financial Aid: Follow Along!
English
Admissions/Financial Aid
For prospective, accepted, and transfer students.
8:45 to 9:25 a.m. Johnson Coliseum
Spanish
Admissions/Financial Aid
For prospective, accepted, and transfer students.
8:45 to 9:25 a.m. CHSS 120
Plan Your Day Academic Overview #1
Not sure what you’re interested in majoring in yet? Check out up to two academic programs to hear what they’re all about.
All of our residence halls and apartments provide economical, convenient living for students. Come see why living on campus will enhance your college career!
Scan the QR code to access the Residence Life Viewbook for more information on housing and dining rates, floor plans, what to bring, and more!
Open Houses/Showrooms
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If You’re Considering Go Visit Traditional
• 2 per Bedroom / 4 per Restroom
• Co-ed Halls (Except Estill Hall) Upgraded Traditional
• 2 per Bedroom / 4 per Restroom
• Co-ed Halls
Estill Hall (Female Only) Elliot Hall (CAM Majors) White Hall (Unique Floor Plan)
Piney Woods Hall San Jacinto Hall
Semi-Private
• 2 per Bedroom / 2 per Restroom
• Co-ed Halls Private
• 2 Single Rooms / 2 per Restroom
• Co-ed Halls
Jackson-Shaver Hall
Raven Village Sam Houston Village
See map for shuttle pick-up/drop-off locations. Shuttle service provided by:
Lone Star Hall
Noon to 2 p.m.
Finding Campus Resources Information & Academic Fair
Come and visit with student organizations and the following campus resources and departments!
Departments & Organizations
Academic Success Center
Bearkat Marching Band
Counseling Center
Disability Services
ELITE
Evolve
First-Generation Center
First-Year Experience
Fraternity & Sorority Life
Global Engagement Center
People Operations - Human Resources
Shop Sam Houston
Student Involvement
Student Health & Wellness
TRIO Student Support Services
Veteran Benefits Processing
Veterans Resource Center
Academic Colleges
College of Arts & Media
College of Business Administration
College of Criminal Justice
College of Education
College of Health Sciences
College of Humanities & Social Sciences
College of Science & Engineering Technology
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Information Fair
Scan the QR Code to see the full list of current student organizations!
Campus Tours
English & Spanish Tours 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
English Tours | 30 minutes
Spanish Tours | 45 minutes
Campus walking tours will begin at the tent near the Bell Tower. Tours will go out every 15 minutes.
Explore the Language College Terms
Below are some words that you may hear used in your Saturday@SAM sessions and as you start your college journey.
Academic Advisor
A staff member who will help students choose majors/minors and help determine which classes are needed.
ApplyTexas College application used for all public universities in Texas.
Bachelor’s Degree
A four-year undergraduate degree.
Credits/Credit Hour
Measure of class time/# of hours a student spends in a class.
Degree Program
The combination of any major/minor that a student chooses and what is required to graduate.
FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
An application used by students to apply to receive federal funding/financial assistance for college.
First-generation Student
A student whose parent/guardian did not graduate with a bachelor’s degree in the United States.
GPA
Grade Point Average
The average of a student’s final grades in all courses.
Higher Education
Refers to any formal schooling after high school.
Major
Focus area of study for a degree program.
Minor
Secondary area of study, requires less credits than a major.
TASFA
Texas Application for State Financial Aid
An application for students who are Texas Residents but do not qualify for federal aid (ex. DACA).
Transfer
To earn credits at one college or university and move them to another.
Tuition
Cost of college classes, usually paid per credit hour.
Undergraduate
A student who has not yet earned a Bachelor’s degree.
Scan here for more college and SHSU campus terms, and Google Translate for Spanish.
Contact Us
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Bowers Stadium
Don Sanders Stadium
Softball Complex
Hoyt Art Complex
Bearkat Village
Campus Edge
Copper Village
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