Axe ’Em, Jacks!
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Stephen F. Austin State University's hospitality administration and visual impairment programs are hosting "Dining in the Dark" from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at the Nacogdoches County Civic Center to raise awareness about visual impairment.
The event is a sensory encounter designed to prompt blindfolded guests to use their senses beyond vision throughout a four-course meal. It also will feature a cocktail hour and silent auction. Every table will have an ambassador from the visual impairment program to assist guests.
SFA student organizations hosting book drive for area children
Stephen F. Austin State University's Jacks Council on Family Relations is partnering with SFA's Residence Hall Association to host a children's book drive to benefit area children. Pictured, from left, are Kelsey Ticer, SFA graduate student and vice president for JCFR; Dr.SFA's School of Human Sciences recognizes students during annual convocation
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Stephen F. Austin State University's School of Human Sciences faculty and staff members recognized dozens of students during its annual Honors Convocation Tuesday, April 12, on the university's campus.
"This convocation recognizes student excellence and scholastic achievement and acknowledges an outstanding alumni," said Dr. Lynda Martin, director of the School of Human Sciences.
SFA faculty members honored during Teaching Excellence Convocation
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Seven Stephen F. Austin State University faculty members were recognized for their teaching abilities during the annual Teaching Excellence Convocation Wednesday, April 13, in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Regents' Suite A on the SFA campus.
SFA political science students present research findings during joint conference
Guest pianist An to perform with Orchestra of the Pines
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - The Orchestra of the Pines at Stephen F. Austin State University will present the program "Stories from Afar" when the ensemble performs at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 25, in Cole Concert Hall on the SFA campus.
SFA Steel Band to present diverse program
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Stephen F. Austin State University's Steel Band will present a multifaceted program when the band, also known as Jacks of Steel, performs at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 24, in Cole Concert Hall on the SFA campus.
"The concert will consist of a diverse variety of styles, including traditional, contemporary, pop songs and even some ska music," said Dr. Brad Meyer, director of percussion studies for the SFA School of Music.
Provost among appointments approved by SFA Board of Regents
Dr. Steve Bullard was appointed provost and vice president for academic affairs during Stephen F. Austin State University's Board of Regents meeting Tuesday.
SFA Board of Regents approves construction, renovation plans
Members of the Stephen F. Austin State University Board of Regents viewed schematic drawings for a new Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics facility during the group's April quarterly meeting and voted to name the facility in honor of long-time SFA benefactors Ed and Gwen Cole.
SFA festival features new works by playwrights Heifner, Cariani, Miyagawa
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - East Texans can be among the first to hear the newest works by three acclaimed playwrights during the Stephen F. Austin State University School of Theatre's 2016 Festival of New American Plays scheduled for Tuesday through Saturday, April 26 through 30, on the SFA campus.