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SFA graphic design student receives Lyle Metzdorf Scholarship
Laney Wise, senior graphic design student in Stephen F. Austin State University’s School of Art, received the 2024 Advertising Education Foundation of Houston’s Lyle Metzdorf Scholarship during an awards luncheon at the Junior League of Houston. Along with the $5,000 … Continue reading
SFA graduate students work to increase outreach of local health nonprofit
Stephen F. Austin State University graduate students in the Rusche College of Business spent the fall 2024 semester working with representatives from East Texas Community Health Services Inc. to create a strategic marketing plan for the private nonprofit so it … Continue reading
New report shows SFA’s impact on Nacogdoches economy
Stephen F. Austin State University accounts for more than $348 million of local economic activity and supports 4,819 local jobs, or 18% of total local employment, according to a 2025 economic report produced by the Center for Business and Economic … Continue reading
SFA launches alliance with community colleges to streamline transfer process
Stephen F. Austin State University has launched the Lumberjack Transfer Alliance, a partnership with community colleges in East Texas that features guaranteed admission, scholarships and enhanced services to students. Angelina College signed on to become SFA’s first alliance partner recently … Continue reading
SFA mathematics alumna receives nation’s highest award for STEM education
Voke (Gbemre) Ogueh, who graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2006 with a master’s degree in mathematics, has earned the President’s Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The White House and former President Joe Biden’s administration … Continue reading
Distinguished donors to be celebrated at 34th annual SFA Gala
Stephen F. Austin State University will recognize several prominent donors who have supported the institution during the 34th annual SFA Gala, slated for Saturday, Jan. 25, in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Grand Ballroom. Hosted by the SFASU Foundation, the … Continue reading
Comedian Warren to perform in SFA’s University Series
Stephen F. Austin State University’s Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts presents nationally acclaimed comedian Greg Warren as part of its University Series at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, in Turner Auditorium in the Griffith Fine Arts Building. Warren, celebrated … Continue reading
SFA students create communications guide for small businesses
A guide created by four students in Stephen F. Austin State University’s Rusche College of Business has been adopted by the Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce as its official resource for helping local small businesses with their communications. “Both internal … Continue reading
SFA appoints Dr. Kent Willis inaugural senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement
Stephen F. Austin State University announces the appointment of Dr. Kent L. Willis as the institution’s inaugural senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement. A 2008 graduate of SFA, Willis brings a wealth of experience in student affairs and … Continue reading
SFA students learn how to launch businesses from local business owners
More than two dozen Stephen F. Austin State University students majoring in a variety of subjects spent the semester exploring local businesses to learn about the challenges owners faced on their paths to success. The students, who are either members … Continue reading


