The College of Education at Sam Houston State University

SHSU connecting across Texas 🧡

This week, we’re proud to be representing at both the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) conference and the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) conference.
If you’re attending either event, we invite you to stop by and connect, we’d enjoy the opportunity to meet you!

Last week, our College of Education students traveled to Washington, D.C. to engage directly with federal policymakers.

They shared their perspectives and experiences while advocating for policies that strengthen and support the educator workforce nationwide. We are proud to see our students contributing to meaningful conversations that will help shape the future of education.

Congratulations 🎉 to Dr. Felicia Mirghassemi on being chosen as the recipient of the Sam Houston State University Excellence in Teaching Award!

Thank you, Dr. Mirghassemi, for your student-centered teaching innovation, particularly in community engaged instruction and your drive for excellence in course design & leadership!

A heartfelt thank you to our very own Dr. Maribeth Jorgensen! We truly appreciate everything you and your amazing team do! 🧡

First of the month. First Monday. Fresh perspective. 💭

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Way to go, Alexis!! 🤩🧡

The College of Education at Sam Houston State University is celebrating a historic achievement by student Alexis Argueta, an English and education double major who became the first student to represent the university at the state level during the Texas Association of Future Educators’ annual meeting. She later earned third place nationally in the children’s literature competition at the 41st Annual Teach Tomorrow event.

Her book, “Miles and the Magic of Words: Penny the Pencil and Eddie the Eraser to the Rescue!,” was written and illustrated by Argueta to inspire creativity, confidence and curiosity in young learners. Designed for a third-grade audience, the story highlights teamwork, self-expression and problem-solving through engaging characters and thoughtful literacy strategies.

Argueta, who also serves as the community outreach officer for SHSU’s TAFE chapter, said the experience reinforced the importance of paving the way for future Bearkats while continuing to create meaningful impact through education. Read more here: https://bit.ly/42JmxqJ

Way to go Alexis!! 🤩🤩

The College of Education at Sam Houston State University is celebrating a historic achievement by student Alexis Argueta, an English and education double major who became the first student to represent the university at the state level during the Texas Association of Future Educators’ annual meeting. She later earned third place nationally in the children’s literature competition at the 41st Annual Teach Tomorrow event.

Her book, “Miles and the Magic of Words: Penny the Pencil and Eddie the Eraser to the Rescue!,” was written and illustrated by Argueta to inspire creativity, confidence and curiosity in young learners. Designed for a third-grade audience, the story highlights teamwork, self-expression and problem-solving through engaging characters and thoughtful literacy strategies.

Argueta, who also serves as the community outreach officer for SHSU’s TAFE chapter, said the experience reinforced the importance of paving the way for future Bearkats while continuing to create meaningful impact through education. Read more here: https://bit.ly/42JmxqJ

Pinned hallelujah. Graduate hallelujah. Everything hallelujah! 🎓🙌💕

All of Sam Houston State University's colleges are represented by these phenomenal Academic Community Engagement (ACE) College Coordinators!

ACE Coordinators are selected by college deans and work with CCE staff to develop and promote ACE courses and events. As the contact point for ACE courses within their colleges, this group provides leadership and support for faculty.

We look forward to welcoming them (and their fantastic ideas) back in the fall!

Back Row (from left to right): SHSU College of Humanities & Social Sciences- Dr. Michael Demson, SHSU College Of Health Sciences - Associate Dean, Ron Reed, SHSU College of Criminal Justice - Dr. Mary Breaux, SHSU College of Arts and Media - Associate Dean, Michael Henderson

Front Row (from left to right): SHSU College of Science & Engineering Technology - Dr. Danhong Chen, SHSU College of Business Administration - Dr. Danica Schieber, CCE Director - Dr. Lee Miller, The College of Education - Dr. Lisa Brown, SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dr. Natasha Shah-Williams.

After 12 years serving as the dean for the College of Education (COE) at Sam Houston State University, Stacey Edmonson will be stepping into a new role as assistant vice chancellor with the Texas A&M University System.

Edmonson is a widely respected leader who has honored and elevated the COE’s legacy as the first teacher preparation institute in Texas by expanding resources to meet the needs of all learners and communities. Her departure marks a long career defined by leadership across higher education and public schools.

Read More: https://www.shsu.edu/news/2026-news-stories/coe-dean-edmondson-announces-departure

España, you have my corazón 🧡
College of Education students arrived in excited, taking in their first moments in Spain! They are ready to head into the classrooms and start their unforgettable study abroad experience.