Category Archives: All SFA
SFA adds orientation session to meet surge in enrollment
The excitement is building at Stephen F. Austin State University, where extraordinary momentum in student enrollment has prompted the addition of a first-year student AXEcepted Day orientation session July 31. With more incoming Lumberjacks confirming their plans to attend SFA, … Continue reading
SFA Gardens to receive grant for trail remodel
Stephen F. Austin State University will receive a 2025 Recreational Trail Program grant from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department following an environmental review and grant agreement. Dr. David Creech, SFA Gardens director, and Dr. David Kulhavy, professor in the … Continue reading
SFA’s East Texas Research Center, The Sons of the Republic of Texas partner to preserve the area’s role in Texas Revolution
Stephen F. Austin State University’s East Texas Research Center recently received a $3,000 donation from The Sons of the Republic of Texas as part of the group’s efforts to commemorate the role played by the Department of Nacogdoches in the … Continue reading
SFA faculty member earns 2025 Inspirational Geoscience Educator Award
The American Association of Petroleum Geologists, a nonprofit foundation supporting educational and scientific activities in the field of geology, has named Dr. Julie Bloxson, associate professor of earth sciences and geologic resources at Stephen F. Austin State University, as its … Continue reading
SFA’s JacksTeach program launches fellowship to support STEM educators
In recognition of exceptional public school science teachers, Stephen F. Austin State University’s JacksTeach program has launched the JacksTeach Science Teacher Fellowship to support their continued professional growth. Inaugural fellow Jessica Mayes is an accomplished middle school science teacher at … Continue reading
SFA business students earn honors at national FBLA competition
Two students in Stephen F. Austin State University’s Nelson Rusche College of Business earned top honors at the collegiate Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference, which hosted an estimated 1,100 FBLA members last month in Dallas. Jessica Frasier, … Continue reading
Nacogdoches native turned French chef to teach cooking workshops at SFA
In Nacogdoches, locals and visitors can find award-winning barbecue, unforgettable tacos and chicken-fried steak the size of your head. However, for a limited time, Stephen F. Austin State University will offer the opportunity to cook and enjoy French cuisine, as … Continue reading
SFA earns Carnegie recognition for access and research
The Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education designated Stephen F. Austin State University as a Higher Access, Medium Earnings institution due to its work to advance opportunity in a rural service area. Because of SFA, East Texas students … Continue reading
SFA students earn top honors at US Soccer Student Hackathon during 2025 World Cup Innovation Summit
Students in Stephen F. Austin State University’s Nelson Rusche College of Business earned first place at the U.S. Soccer Student Hackathon during the 2025 World Cup Innovation Summit last month in Frisco. “The hackathon is part of ongoing efforts to … Continue reading
SFA students leave mark in Austin during Legislative Internship Program
Five Stephen F. Austin State University students participated in the 89th Texas Legislature as part of SFA’s Legislative Internship Program. Pictured, from left, are Miguel Koch, political science major from Allen; Dylan Miles, political science major from Center; Wil Stafford, … Continue reading


