Category Archives: SFA News
Marine brass quartet featuring SFA alumnus to perform at commencement
For the first time ever, a quartet from the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve Band based in New Orleans will perform during Stephen F. Austin State University’s four commencement ceremonies May 8-9 at Johnson Coliseum. The quartet features SFA alumnus … Continue reading
SFA economics and finance students receive awards from local financial institutions
Stephen F. Austin State University students received monetary awards — many donated by Nacogdoches-area financial institutions — during a recent ceremony. Award recipients were chosen by faculty members from the Nelson Rusche College of Business’ Department of Economics and Finance. … Continue reading
SFA students pitch business ideas at fourth annual entrepreneurship competition
All six Stephen F. Austin State University colleges were represented by the students who pitched their business ideas at the fourth annual “Shark Tank”-style Lumberjack Entrepreneurship Competition April 25. “I am continually amazed by the creativity, dedication and entrepreneurial spirit … Continue reading
SFA’s Fraternity and Sorority Life raise more than $11,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Stephen F. Austin State University’s Fraternity and Sorority Life raised $11,770.88 to donate to their shared philanthropy, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, during Greek Week, an annual weeklong series of competitions. “We’re proud not only of the friendly competition but of … Continue reading
SFA human sciences students conduct nutrition simulation
Stephen F. Austin State University students in the School of Human Sciences’ “Medical Nutrition Therapy II” course completed nutrition simulations in collaboration with third-semester students in the DeWitt School of Nursing April 15-16. Dietetics and nutritional sciences students participated in … Continue reading
SFA students earn top honors, You’re Killin’ It award and scholarships at national advertising competition
Stephen F. Austin State University students from the Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts, Nelson Rusche College of Business, and College of Liberal and Applied Arts showcased their creativity, collaboration and professionalism at the 2025 District 10 American Advertising Federation’s … Continue reading
SFA’s construction management program to host open house for tiny homes
Stephen F. Austin State University’s construction management students in the James I. Perkins College of Education’s School of Human Sciences will host an open house featuring two tiny homes they built this spring from 11 a.m. to noon May 9 … Continue reading
SFA alumnus and Lockheed Martin engineer to address SFA graduates during spring commencement ceremonies
Daniel Campos, Lockheed Martin quality engineer, will give the commencement address during Stephen F. Austin State University’s spring graduation ceremonies for undergraduates Thursday and Friday, May 8-9, in Johnson Coliseum. Campos received a Bachelor of Science in engineering physics from … Continue reading
SFA mathematics and statistics students present research at Texas Meeting of the Mathematics Association of America
Stephen F. Austin State University’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics goes far beyond the average coursework required to earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Under the guidance of nine dedicated faculty members, 15 students received the opportunity to participate in … Continue reading
SFA receives gift to honor dance pioneer
Stephen F. Austin State University announced a generous donation from distinguished alumna Priscilla “Prissy” Abshier Sliva in support of the School of Theatre and Dance. A proud member of SFA’s Class of 1959, Sliva made the generous commitment to enhance … Continue reading


