1. Sam Houston State University

2. Where is it?  Sam Houston State University is located in Huntsville, Texas. Huntsville is about 67 miles away from Houston going towards Dallas. *Interesting fact: There is a prison VERY close to the school

3. What’s there? Degree Programs  Graphic Design  Computer Animation  Criminal Justice  Interior Design  Kinesiology

4. How to use the degree  Graphic Designers The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design focuses on creating visual solutions to communication. Graphic designers work with images as well as text in order to design and create visually appealing elements, including brochures, logos, advertisements, and websites.

5. How to use the degree  Computer Animation The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation offers a highly collaborative experience in 2D and 3D animated story telling.

6. How to use the degree  Criminal Justice The College of Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University is one of the oldest and most prestigious programs in the nation. The Criminal Justice and Victim Studies degrees offered by the college provide a close-knit learning environment, expert faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities including a full service courtroom. Career Example: Legal Assistant

7. How to use the degree  Food Science and Nutrition The demand for registered dietitians (RDs) continues to grow. Health care and extended care communities must employ them. Food service, product development, government agencies, spas, and wellness programs also seek to hire Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) majors.

8. How to use the degree  Interior Design What can you do with a Family and Consumer Sciences degree in Interior Design? Commercial Designer Residential Designer Design Showroom Manager Space Planner

9. How to use the degree  Kinesiology Careers in kinesiology enhance the health and improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities through the provision of service and research in the areas of health education and health promotion. All Levels Teacher Certification Athletic training Corporate fitness Hospital-based wellness Cardiac rehabilitation Assistants to chiropractors and physical therapists Recreational specialists in camps, communities and YMCA’s Personal trainers

10. SPORTS!  Baseball  Basketball  Football  Bowling  Track & Field  Golf  Cross country  Softball

11. Residence Life  Key words All girls All guys Small house Large hall Private room Suite Meal plan

12. Clubs and Organizations Benefits of Joining:  Social Networking  Social Skills  Professional experience.  Personality development  Leadership Skills  Alumni Networking  Organization/Management Skills  Resume builder  Friendships and Fun

13. YOU CAN BE A BEARKAT IF….  Steps to Apply for Admission as a Freshman  Step 1: Complete the Online Application for SHSU  Complete an online application through ApplyTexas.org [what's this?] and pay the $45 non-refundable application fee at ApplyTexas.ApplyTexas.org  Step 2: Submit Your Transcripts  Contact your high school to send an official transcript to SHSU.  Step 3: Submit Your Test Scores  Class Ranking ACT SAT  (Critical Reading and Math only)  In top 25%Automatic acceptance†Automatic acceptance†  In 2nd quarter20960  In 3rd quarter23 1060  In 4th quarter Considered by review only. http://www.shsu.edu/admissions/un dergraduate/