NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Through a real-world project, Stephen F. Austin State University students in the Rusche College of Business have experienced business in a professional format.

For the second year, Dr. Rajat Mishra, assistant professor in SFA’s Department of Management and Marketing, has tasked students in his project management course with creating a project as if they were implementing their plans in real life. Projects ranged from building a new disc golf course to constructing a laser tag arena in Nacogdoches.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Wires, red plastic cups, magnets and other gadgets blanket the table as eager students await instructions. Dr. Hector Ochoa, assistant professor in Stephen F. Austin State University’s Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy, explains how students can use the household items on the table to create a speaker. Soon, students begin constructing their own devices.

This activity was part of the SFA School of Honors’ Maker Fair, an event that introduced students to various disciplines through hands-on activities.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University students studying elementary education recently proved learning can happen anywhere.

Seated in a new outdoor learning space called “Class in the Grass,” SFA students and children from Brooks-Quinn-Jones Elementary School and their families participated in Día de los Libros, a bilingual family event celebrating a yearlong commitment to Bookjoy — a movement encouraging families to read together.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — The key to progress is knowledge. But what happens when access to knowledge is hindered?

Son Pham, a doctoral student enrolled in Stephen F. Austin State University’s Doctor of Education in educational leadership program, traveled more than 8,700 miles from his home in Vietnam to discover a solution to the social and organizational issues facing his country’s higher education system. He believes stepping outside of his country will help him find a new approach.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — A graduate student’s investigation into attitudes and perceptions regarding handguns being allowed on college campuses has been named a winner of the Best Paper Award at the Stephen F. Austin State University 2018 Graduate Research Conference.

Longview native Hayden Holmes presented research he has conducted regarding Texas Senate Bill 11, which allowed for campus carry of licensed handguns for permit holders over age 21. Holmes wanted to better understand how the perception of handguns on campus affects daily interactions and classrooms.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas – The Stephen F. Austin State University College of Fine Arts and School of Art will present an exhibition of work by former SFA art professor John Daniel showing May 10 through June 16 in Reavley Gallery in The Cole Art Center @ The Old Opera House.

A reception is planned for 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 2, at The Cole Art Center.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Anticipation builds as the stage lights dim. Backstage, actors shake out their nerves, take a deep breath and move to their opening spots. A hush falls over the audience. It’s show time.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — As Stephen F. Austin State University prepares to celebrate its 95th anniversary, it will graduate the largest class in university history with more than 1,500 candidates. Approximately 1,190 students will receive their bachelor’s degrees, and 335 students will receive their graduate degrees during this historic occasion.

Two ceremonies are scheduled for Saturday, May 12, in Johnson Coliseum with U.S. Sen. John Cornyn offering the commencement address.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas — It began as a lofty goal: raise $23,000 for the Children’s Miracle Network. Many told them this couldn’t be done. Many suggested lowering their goal to a more feasible number. But after a year of fundraising, Stephen F. Austin State University students raised more than $33,000 through the annual Dance Marathon — surpassing their initial goal by more than $10,000.