Sam Houston State University is a public research university in Huntsville, Texas. Founded in 1879, it is the third-oldest public college or university in Texas. It is one of the first normal schools west of the Mississippi River and the first in Texas. The school is named for Sam Houston, who made his home in the city and is buried there.
Former names: Sam Houston Normal Institute (1879–1923) · Sam Houston State Teachers College (1923–1965) · Sam Houston State College (1965–1969)
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