NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– An ensemble of artists representing Stephen F. Austin State University’s School of Art — including a faculty member, graduate students and alumni — will be featured in the spring exhibition, “Five Painters: New Myths,” on view from April 11 to May 16 with an opening reception and panel discussion from 5 to 7 p.m. April 11. The exhibition will be held at Kirk Hopper Fine Art, 1426 N. Riverfront Blvd. in Dallas.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– The American String Teachers Association has awarded Stephen F. Austin State University’s Music Preparatory Division the 2026 Outstanding National String Project Consortium String Project Award for its SFA Strings Project.

The SFA Strings Project provides high-quality string instruction to students of all ages across East Texas through partnerships with local schools and community organizations. The program offers lessons, ensemble experiences and performance opportunities while giving SFA students valuable teaching experience.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Stephen F. Austin State University reported significant gains in spring 2026 enrollment, marking its first spring-to-spring enrollment increase since 2019 and the largest spring enrollment increase since 2010.