Posts Tagged ‘brook’

Two Choices for Smart Student Living in Huntsville

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

As the beginning of the fall semester at the Sam Houston State University draws near, students must make one of the most important choices they’ll make during the the entire school year: finding a place to live. You should make the smart choice and live at the Aber

Both of these magnificent properties have all the basic amenities that a student will need and more such as free internet, a full size washer and dryer, and a luxury kitchen in each unit. On top of those amazing amenities, the community has a resort style swimming pool, hot-tub, and state-of-the-art fitness center. With all of these amazing features included as part of a students rent, living at Brook Place or Aberdeen place is definitely a smart choice. As SHSU’s premier student living communities Brook Place and Aberdeen Place offer real value, a convenient location, and most importantly, a fun place to live for SHSU students.

Both properties offer individual leases so you don’t have to worry about one of your roommates being behind on rent, a common problem for college students. So what are you waiting for? Sign your lease today! It will be one smartest decisions you’ve ever made! But don’t wait too long, or the apartment of your dreams will be occupied by someone else.

Story of the Year and Lifehouse to Perform at SHSU

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Attention all SHSU Bearkats, you should clear for schedules for August 24th, 2010 because internationally known rock bands, Story of the Year and Lifehouse will be performing at Johnson Coliseum for the first ever Sammypalooza, an exciting music and food festival guaranteed to entertain students as they bring in the new academic year.

Lifehouse are the Los Angeles based band who produced 2001’s Billboard Hot 100 Single of the Year, “Hanging by A Moment”. They are also known for their other hit singles, “You and Me” and “Whatever It Takes”. Story of the Year is a St. Louis based band whose claim to fame is the 2004 hits, “Till the Day I Die” and “Anthem of our Dying Day”. Both bands have different, but alluring musical styles. Lifehouse is more appealing to an easy listening fan, and Story of the Year will appeal to fans of the pop punk genre. If these headlining bands aren’t your thing, you may be interested in listening to the other artists who will be present at Sammypalooza: Country music superstar, Jack Ingram and Rap artist Chalie Boy.

If you are an SHSU student, tickets to the event are free! This is an unbeatable deal to see such amazing artists. You can reserve your tickets at http://www.sammypalooza.com/tickets.html. You definitely don’t want to miss this day of music, food, and fun. Bring a friend or two and start out the school year on a good note by checking out Sammypalooza!

Smart Student Living in Huntsville

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

The school year is just about wrapped up at Sam Houston State University and students are just days away from freedom. Once finals are completed, it will officially be summertime for students and all of the stress that school brings will disappear for the next few months. However, many students still need to line themselves up with a place to stay for the next school year. They should make the smart choice and choose Brook Place or Aberdeen Place

Both of these magnificent properties have all the basic amenities that a student will need and more such as free internet, a full size washer and dryer, and a luxury kitchen in each unit. On top of those amazing amenities, the community has a resort style swimming pool, hot-tub, and state-of-the-art fitness center. With all of these amazing features included as part of a students rent, living at Brook Place or Aberdeen place is definitely a smart choice. As SHSU’s premier student living communities Brook Place and Aberdeen Place offer real value, a convenient location, and most importantly, a fun place to live for SHSU students.

Both properties offer individual leases so you don’t have to worry about one of your roommates being behind on rent, a common problem for college students. So what are you waiting for? Sign your lease today! It will be one smartest decisions you’ve ever made!

SHSU Honored For Success

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Congratulations Bearkats, Sam Houston State University has recently been selected as by the Southern Education Board as one of 15 public universities nationwide that has been “outperforming most similar institutions in helping students stay on track and graduate.” From 2004 to 2006, SHSU six year graduation rates dramatically increased from 34 to 46 percent and one year retention rates increased to 75 percent.

Much of this success can be attributed to the Student Advising and Mentoring Center (SAM), a one stop shop for advising, mentoring, and support services geared to assist students in creating goals, achieving those goals, and staying on track to graduate. The SAM center undoubtedly assists in SHSU’s success in a time where college enrollments in the US are increasing, but timely completion of bachelor’s degrees has stalled.

Fewer than 33% of degree-seeking, full-time freshmen in public four year universities graduate in four years. Most of those students take at least six years to earn their bachelor’s degree and only 55% of students graduate in that time span. These figures are shocking, to say the least. However, SHSU is on the right track.

This recognition is definitely the perfect way to kick off the summer because now students will have more pride in their amazing institution. Good luck with finals and Go Bearkats!

Say Farewell to SHSU’s President

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

Attention all Bearkats of the past and present: Friends and alumni from the Huntsville area will join faculty, staff and students on Wednesday, April 21st in the center of campus from 3 to 5 PM to say farewell and thank you to retiring president James F. Gaertner, the 12th president of SHSU’s 130-year history. President Gaertner officially retires on August 31st but “This will be the last opportunity for graduating seniors and many others who may not be in the area in August to shake their hands and wish them well.  We’re inviting all faculty, staff and students to join us, and also friends and alumni in Huntsville and beyond,” said Maggie Collum, Director of University Events.

Over the last nine years, the Gaertners have made many friends in the area and Collum wants as many people as possible to have the opportunity to wish them well with a lively and festive celebration. The celebration will include music, entertainment, food, refreshments, and a brief program.  The purpose of this farewell celebration is to give the campus, the community, and the Gaertners a chance to say farewell and mutual best wishes.

Free parking and a shuttle service will be available from the lots east of Johnson Coliseum. This may be your last chance to see President Gaertner so be sure to check it out!