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Restaurant mogul and SFA alumnus to address May graduates

Mike Karns ’86, Stephen F. Austin State University alumnus as well as founder and CEO of Dallas-based Local Favorite Restaurants and Karns Commercial Real Estate, will give the commencement addresses during the university’s four graduation ceremonies this weekend, one Friday, … Continue reading

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SFA’s James I. Perkins College of Education launches research center on identity

Stephen F. Austin State University’s James I. Perkins College of Education has launched a stand-alone, independently funded research center dedicated to the study of college students’ identities. Called the Center for Research Advancing Identities and Student Experiences, or RAISE, its … Continue reading

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Registration underway for SFA Art Academy; new session offered for older students

The School of Art at Stephen F. Austin State University is expanding its summer art camp to provide more opportunity for a larger demographic. The SFA Art Academy is now offered for older students as well as elementary age students, … Continue reading

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SFA’s Office of Multicultural Affairs recognizes 51 graduates of its Diversity and Inclusion Certification Program

Stephen F. Austin State University’s Office of Multicultural Affairs recognized 51 graduates of its Diversity and Inclusion Certification Program during a campus luncheon April 26. Held annually, the program strives to engage and expose SFA faculty and staff to critical … Continue reading

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SFA’s Dr. John Allen Hendricks, chair and professor of the Department of Mass Communication, earns second book award

Hendricks’ research interests intersect the broadcasting industry, social media and new media technologies, and political communication. He has authored and edited 12 books, including “The Radio Station: Broadcasting, Podcasting, and Streaming,” “The Palgrave Handbook of Global Radio,” “The 21st Century … Continue reading

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Dr. David Creech honored for international contributions to horticulture field

Dr. David Creech, Stephen F. Austin State University professor emeritus of agriculture and director of SFA Gardens, will receive the 2022 Outstanding International Horticulturist Award from the American Society for Horticultural Science, recognizing his decades-long contributions to international horticultural science, … Continue reading

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SFA Sylvans win fourth consecutive title at Louisiana Forest Festival

The Sylvans, Stephen F. Austin State University’s timbersports team, won its fourth consecutive collegiate title at the Louisiana Forest Festival’s timbersports competition held April 23 in Winnfield, Louisiana. “We scored 26 points overall, narrowly beating out tough competition from Louisiana … Continue reading

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Brahms’ Requiem featured in SFA choral masterwork concert

The combined choirs at Stephen F. Austin State University will present the spring choral masterwork concert, featuring Johannes Brahms’ Ein deutsches Requiem (A German Requiem), at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at First Baptist Church, 411 North St. Admission is … Continue reading

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SFA’s Contemporary Ensemble to present live-streamed concert

The Contemporary Ensemble at Stephen F. Austin State University will present a live-streamed concert at 6 p.m. Friday, April 29, available for viewing on the SFA School of Music YouTube channel. The Contemporary Ensemble is directed by James Adams, director … Continue reading

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Wurtz named dean of SFA’s Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts

Stephen F. Austin State University has named Dr. Gary T. Wurtz dean of the Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts. With a 30-year history at SFA, Wurtz has served as interim dean of the ECFA since July 1, 2021 to … Continue reading

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