SHSU Giving Day 2026 has ended!
SHSU Giving Day 2026
College of Education
SHSU Giving Day 2026 has ended!
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Don't miss the chance to multiply your impact, thanks to gift matching opportunities from some of our most generous donors.
If you would like to issue a match or challenge to your fellow Bearkats on Giving Day, contact givingtoshsu@shsu.edu.
Past Events
COE Starfish Challenge
Thanks to the generosity of Dr. Mandy Epley ’97, Navarro ISD Superintendent, Dr. LaTonya Goffney ’99, ’03, ’11, Aldine ISD Superintendent, and Dr. Rhonda Mason ’98, ’22, Lamar CISD Area Superintendent, every 10 gifts to the College of Education unlocks an additional $1,000—up to $3,000— to uplift future educators. It’s a reminder, much like the Starfish Story, that even small acts of kindness can spark powerful waves of impact.
30 / 30 Gifts
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COE Scholarship Dollar-for-Dollar Match
Thanks to the generous support of Omar Ilsever ’04 and Katherine Labarbera Ilsever ’05, gifts to the COE Scholarship fund will be matched dollar‑for‑dollar up to $3,000. Your contribution helps ensure the College of Education continues shaping Today’s Learners into Tomorrow’s Leaders.
$3,000 MATCHED
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Most Gifts Leaderboard
Which specific area on campus will receive the most gifts to support their larger philanthropic goals? Make a gift now to help your favorite area at Sam Houston State University get to the top of the leaderboard!
| Rank | Participating Group | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athletics | 262 |
| 2 | College of Business Administration | 147 |
| 3 | Student Affairs | 62 |
| 4 | College of Science and Engineering Technology | 58 |
| 5 | College of Education | 56 |
| 6 | Alumni Association | 49 |
| 7 | Sam Houston Memorial Museum | 42 |
| 8 | College of Health Sciences | 36 |
| 9 | SHSU Food Pantry | 31 |
| 10 | College of Criminal Justice | 28 |
| 11 | College of Humanities and Social Sciences | 23 |
| 12 | Former Foster Youth | 20 |
| 13 | College of Arts & Media | 17 |
| 14 | Senior Class Legacy | 16 |
| 15 | LEAP Center | 11 |
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College of Education Challenge
When 10 gifts are made to the College of Education, a gift of $500 will be unlocked, thanks to the generosity of Ronny Snow '90. Your gift gets us one step closer to unlocking this challenge!
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Fraternity & Sorority Life Leaderboard
Calling all Fraternity & Sorority Life organizations—it's time to show your pride! On Giving Day 2026, the challenge is on to see which chapter can rally their members, alumni, and friends to raise the most support. Bragging rights (and serious campus glory) are on the line—let the friendliest competition begin!
| Rank | Answer | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No | 671 |
| 2 | Alpha Kappa Alpha | 28 |
| 3 | Kappa Alpha Order | 13 |
| 4 | Alpha Tau Omega | 13 |
| 5 | Zeta Tau Alpha | 12 |
| 6 | Sigma Chi | 10 |
| 7 | Delta Tau Delta | 9 |
| 8 | Alpha Chi Omega | 8 |
| 9 | Kappa Sigma | 6 |
| 10 | Sigma Phi Epsilon | 5 |
| 11 | Alpha Phi Alpha | 4 |
| 12 | Sigma Gamma Rho | 4 |
| 13 | Alpha Omicron Pi | 3 |
| 14 | Alpha Delta Pi | 3 |
| 15 | Sigma Sigma Sigma | 3 |
Ended
Highest Participation by Decade Challenge
Which SHSU decade of graduates will make the most gifts on Giving Day? Make a gift now and spread the word to get your class decade to the top of the leaderboard.
| Rank | Answer | Gifts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2016 - 2025 | 119 |
| 2 | 1996 - 2005 | 114 |
| 3 | 2006 - 2015 | 87 |
| 4 | 1976 - 1985 | 84 |
| 5 | 1986 - 1995 | 75 |
| 6 | 1966 - 1975 | 37 |
| 7 | Current Student | 29 |
| 8 | 1956 - 1965 | 6 |
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