National Media Highlights
The Presbyterian Outlook | May 8, 2014
Dr. John Williams writes about what it means to be a church related institution.
International Record Review | June 2014
The work of Dr. Lisa Cheryl Thomas, Farwell Piano Music, Volume 2 released by Toccata Classics, is reviewed by the International Record Review.
Dallas and Regional News
Dallas Morning News | May 5, 2014
The Austin College Athletic Alumni Board will host a 5K and 1 mile fun run on Saturday at Myers Park, 7117 County Road 166 in McKinney.
Dallas Morning News | May 27, 2014
Dr. Joe Clifford, a member of Austin College Board of Trustees, Head of Staff and Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church of Dallas, comments on Religious Life on Austin College campus.
Dallas Morning News | May 28, 2014
Maya Angelou, who once gave a memorable commencement speech at Austin College, passed away at the age of 86.
Forth Worth ISD | May 1, 2014
Paschal graduating senior Safa Khawaja is the grand prize winner for the Words for Wheels contest, and plans to attend Austin College in the fall.
The Clarion-Ledger−Jackson, Mississippi | May 5, 2014
Dr. Kevin Simmons interviews on the topic of mobile homes, adding higher chance of death during a tornado. See links to related articles at The Dish, April 30th, and Vox, April 29th.
Austin360.com | May 21, 2014
Austin College Alumna Hayley Gillespie ’03 and her Art Science Gallery are highlighted on the Arts and Theater section. Her “Year of the Salamander” exhibit continues through June 21st at the gallery in Austin, Texas.
Local Media Highlights
Austin College |April 29, 2014
Austin College seniors Katie Bosler, Ellie Cary, Amanda Hovey, Sarah Martin, and Shelbie Monkres will host an Art Walk Thursday, May 1, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in various galleries and art spaces across campus.
Austin College | April 30, 2014
Noted international architect Giancarlo Mazzanti will visit Austin College Friday, May 2, speaking with students, faculty, and community leaders during his time on campus.
Austin College | May 5, 2014
Austin College is recognized for excellence among its faculty at the annual Honors Convocation April 22, in addition to the awarding of more than 60 student scholarship and fellowships for excellence in a variety of disciplines
Austin College | May 5, 2014
More than 60 students received academic awards at the Austin College 2014 Honors Convocation on April 22.
Austin College Roos| May 5, 2014
Gus Daniel has been named All-Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference for his outstanding play during the 2014 season.
Austin College | May 8, 2014
One of Austin College’s own, Andrew Patterson ’98, has a film screening at the local Interurban Film Festival.
Austin College | May 9, 2014
The Austin College coaches and team members honored more than 40 student-athletes, including the Austin College male and female athletes of the year, in its annual Athletics Convocation on Thursday night in Sid Richardson Gymnasium on the Austin College campus.
Austin College | May 15, 2014
Weather reports are favorable for the Austin College Commencement exercises for the Class of 2014 on Sunday, May 18, where thousands of families and friends will gather outdoors on the Clyde L. Hall Graduation Court, north of Caruth Administration Building on campus.
Austin College | May 15, 2014
Austin College’s top honors for campus leadership and student involvement were handed out May 1 at the annual Student Affairs Leadership Awards and Recognition dinner, which recognizes the contributions to the campus community of a wide variety of campus organizations and programs.
Austin College | May 18, 2014
Austin College President Emeritus Oscar C. Page had many family and friends among the crowd at Commencement 2014 at the College today, as he was honored with the honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree.
Austin College | May 21, 2014
Austin College alumnus Hayley Gillespie ’03 and her Art Science Gallery are highlighted on the Arts and Theater section of Austin360.com and the Austin American-Statesman.
Austin College | May 28, 2014
Don Rodgers, the associate professor of political science, assists Austin College students who work to end poverty in the United States—eventually.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | May 4, 2014
Austin College hosted a celebration for Cinco de Mayo Sunday, open to all of Texoma not just students.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | May 7, 2014
Four members of the Austin College women’s tennis team have earned All-Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference honors, and Cierra White has been named the SCAC Newcomer of the Year, the conference office has announced.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | May 7, 2014
Three members of the Austin College men’s tennis team have been named All-Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Honorable Mention Performers for their play during the 2014 season, the league office has announced.
North Texas e-News | May 12, 2014
Austin College’s annual Honors Convocation was held to recognize students that were selected for induction into international and national honor societies based on academic achievement.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | May 15, 2014
Austin College seniors hosted a party tonight on campus for the entire student body with a live band, and a hot air balloon.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | May 8, 2014
The Austin College coaches and team members honored more than 40 student-athletes, including the Austin College male and female athletes of the year, in its annual Athletics Convocation on Thursday night in Sid Richardson Gymnasium on the Austin College campus.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | May 2, 2014
Austin College students offered free food, live music, and family activities during the celebration of Cinco de Mayo.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | May 7, 2014
Thinking green: Austin College receives three major environmental honors.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | May 15, 2014
Roo pride keeps bagpipe player returning for graduation each year.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | May 16, 2014
Austin College students say goodbye with a balloon glow.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | May 19, 2014
Austin College graduates leave the Roo-st with degrees in hand and beaming grins into their next stages of life during the 2014 Commencement ceremony.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | May 29, 2014
Austin College’s nonprofit program takes off with the help of community leaders and college faculty.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | June 1, 2014
Letter written by Professor Light T. Cummins discussing Austin College’s relationship with the Sherman community described in the article written about the school’s nonprofit program.
News ‘Roos Can Use
Links to articles about current issues in higher education and topics that are relevant to the RooNation.
Forbes | March 27, 2014
Forbes ranks Austin College #68 as a ROI (rate of investment) school providing the best long-term value.
Lawlor Focus | May 1, 2014
National Benchmarks for Assessing Higher Education Value survey compares the job expectations of the Class of 2014 with the actual job outcomes of the Classes of 2013 and 2012.
Inside Higher Ed | May 6, 2014
NY Lawmakers are working on a proposal to require New York colleges to fully disclose the cost of their study abroad programs.
The Presbyterian Outlook | May 8, 2014
Dr. John Williams writes about what it means to be a church related institution.
The New York Times| May 27, 2014
Is College Worth It? With the debt of a college education and with the job market not being what it was, questions are being raised about the worth of a college degree.
Austin American-Statesman| May 23, 2014
The University of Texas System Board of Regents voted to hold down in-state tuition at nine of the system’s institutions for the upcoming academic year.