College of Science and Engineering Technology
About
Administrative Officers
| Dean | John Pascarella, Ph.D. jbp014@shsu.edu; 936) 294-1401 |
| Associate Dean | Anne R. Gaillard, Ph.D. bio_arg@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1326 |
| Associate Dean | Marcus Gillespie, Ph.D. geo_bmg@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1945 |
| Department of Agricultural Sciences and Engineering Technology | Stanley Kelley, Ph.D., Chair sfkelley@shsu.edu; (936) 294-2220 |
| Department of Biological Sciences | Chad Hargrave, Ph.D., Chair CWH005@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1538 |
| Department of Chemistry | Richard E. Norman, Ph.D., Chair norman@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1527 |
| Department of Computer Science | Peter A. Cooper, Ph.D., Chair cooper@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1569 |
| Department of Geography and Geology | Brian Cooper, Ph.D., Chair bio_bjc@shsu.edu; (936) 294-3274 |
| Department of Mathematics and Statistics | Brian Loft, Ph.D., Chair mth_bml@shsu.edu; (936) 294-4465 |
| Department of Physics | Barry Friedman, Ph.D., Chair phy_baf@shsu.edu; (936)294-1604 |
Mission
The College of Science and Engineering Technology strives to foster scientific literacy, analytic abilities, and the knowledge and competencies necessary for graduates to succeed as professionals working in science-based careers. The College of Science and Engineering Technology also strives to enhance interpersonal abilities and communication skills, both oral and written, which are fundamental to functioning effectively in the University and in the larger community. In providing educational foundations that enable students to develop, evaluate, and express ideas critically, the College hopes to contribute to the formation of responsible citizens and competent professionals.
Vision
The College of Science and Engineering Technology aspires to be a gateway of opportunity and a catalyst for personal and professional development. Embracing high standards, ethical practices and personalized student-faculty interaction, the College dedicates itself to excellence in teaching, engagement in quality research, and active community service. The College of Science and Engineering Technology will pursue its vision by:
- preparing students for continued intellectual growth throughout productive and personally rewarding careers;
- fostering the development and dissemination of knowledge through scientific inquiry;
- promoting continual professional growth and scholarly activity;
- exemplifying high ethical standards and teaching the importance of ethics in professional practice;
- increasing scientific literacy in the populace, and instilling a high regard for nature and humankind;
- understanding and respecting diversity among people, cultures, and ideas; and
- assuming the responsibilities of academic community engagement and membership in a global society.
Contact Information
(936) 294-1401
Lee Drain Building 200
slf015@shsu.edu
Website
http://www.shsu.edu/academics/sciences/
Academic Programs
Master's Degrees
| Major, Degree | Department |
| Agriculture, MS | Agricultural Sciences and Engineering Technology |
| Biology, MS | Biological Sciences |
| Chemistry, MS | Chemistry |
| Computing and Information Science, MS | Computer Science |
| Digital Forensics, MS | Computer Science |
| Geographic Information Systems, MS | Geography and Geology |
| Information Assurance and Security, MS | Computer Science |
| Mathematics, MS | Mathematics and Statistics |
| Statistics, MS | Mathematics and Statistics |
| Sustainable Agriculture and Food Environment, MAg | Agricultural Sciences and Engineering Technology |
Certificates
| Graduate Certificate | Department |
| Cyber Security | Computer Science |
| Data Assurance | Computer Science |
| Digital Investigation | Computer Science |
| Educational Technology | Computer Science |
| Geographic Information Systems | Geography and Geology |
| Sustainable Agriculture | Agricultural Sciences and Engineering Technology |
Highlights
- Faculty members in the College of Science and and Engineering Technology have been recognized nationally and internationally for their expertise through national grants and awards, publications, and presentations.
- Undergraduate research is encouraged through partnerships with faculty members.
- Students in the College of Science and and Engineering Technology have presented and published nationally and internationally.
- The Math Center at the Academic Success Center provides free tutoring in mathematics and statistics courses.
- The College of Science and Engineering Technology houses the Sam Houston State University Center of Excellence in Digital Forensics and the Daniel Reeves Center for Mathematics Education.
- Departments in the College of Science and Engineering Technology annually host state and regional conferences and symposiums.
