Compiled by Nikitha Murugesan ’18 and Oyindamola Olufosoye ‘20, Public Affairs Interns
International and National Media Highlights
Future Founders, Chicago, Illinois | October 26, 2017
Future Founders, a non-profit organization that believes every youth can become an entrepreneur, announced the 18 semifinalists for its 4th Annual U.Pitch National College Elevator Pitch Competition & Showcase, which includes Karisma Sheth ’17.
Holistic Management International (HMI)
Daniel Nuckols, professor of economics at Austin College, has been elected Chair of the Board of Directors for HMI, whose mission is to aid beginning and existing farmers & ranchers in their transition from industrial, traditional operations to that of resilient, holistic land management.
Institute of International Organization (IEE), Washington D.C. | October 2, 2017
Shardae White ’16 was selected as one of the winners of the IEE and New York Times in Education Study Abroad Video Contest.
The Regulatory Review, Pennsylvania | October 16, 2017
Kevin Simmons, economics professor at Austin College, comments on data showing that more stringent building codes deliver benefits greatly exceeding their costs.
The Washington Post, Washington D.C. | October 27, 2017
Lydia Bean ’02, executive director of Faith in Texas and author of “The Politics of Evangelic Identity,” writes about how voters are learning to make their faith suit their partisanship.
Dallas and Regional News
Dallas Morning News | October 9, 2017
Lisa Fain ’91 published her latest cookbook, Queso! Regional recipes for the world’s favorite chile-cheese dip, a definitive guide to melted cheese and chiles across the Lone Star State.
CBS, Dallas-Fort Worth | October 20, 2017
Austin College was founded before the Civil War and has the oldest, continuously operating institution of higher education in the state of Texas.
Local Media Highlights
Herald Democrat | October 7, 2017
Emma Barron ’18 met former First Lady Michelle Obama and together, shared their opinions regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals-related legislation.
Herald Democrat | October 20, 2017
Roger Gregory-Allen ’84, Dan Pucul ’04, and Viki Reeder ’84 gathered together as part of the Sherman-based Mashrunners, a collective group of home brewers who make everything from craft beer and cider to wine and grog.
Herald Democrat | October 14, 2017
Jason Butscher ’19 announced his candidacy for the 59th Judicial District Court of Grayson County.
Herald Democrat | October 25, 2017
Austin College hosted its 18th annual ‘Roo Boo, family-friendly Halloween event presented by the local chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, a national service fraternity.
Herald Democrat | October 25, 2017
Austin College students in the Student Investment Fund course manage a real $1.5 million dollars with the goal of aiding students in learning how to manage an investment portfolio of stocks, bonds, and exchange-traded funds.
KXII News | October 26, 2017
Austin College students in the Student Investment Fund get a hands-on experience with investing real money while earning course credit; all profits go toward a scholarship fund.
KTEN News | October 25, 2017
Austin College is molding future business barons through the Student Investment Fund where students get to manage an investment fund of more than $1.5 million dollars.
North Texas e-News | September 26, 2017
The Austin College Theatre Department will open a new season starting with Martin McDonagh’s The Cripple of Inishmaan.
North Texas e-News | September 26, 2017
Jerry Lincecum, retired Austin College professor, voices how the intelligence of animals should not be underestimated because of studies showing otherwise.
North Texas e-News | September 29, 2017
Dr. Henry H. Bucher Jr., humanities professor at Austin College, comments on the issues regarding how the first amendment reflects the values embedded in the U.S. Constitution.
North Texas e-News | September 29, 2017
Dr. Henry H. Bucher, Jr., humanities professor at Austin College, comments on the potential outcomes of an independent Kurdistan emerging from the 2017 referendum.
North Texas e-News | October 3, 2017
“Urban Dialog: Science After Dark”, joint production of the Sherman Museum, Austin College, and the Sherman Rotary Club, discussed the Woodman Circle Home, a famous landmark in Sherman.
North Texas e-News | October 4, 2017
Jerry Lincecum, retired Austin College professor, discusses the perspective about ‘luck’ and how the belief in ‘good’ or ‘bad’ luck can affect someone.
North Texas e-News | October 29, 2017
The Austin College A Cappella Choir has selected approximately 50 students by audition to join the traditional college choir.
North Texas e-News | October 30, 2017
Several Austin College students have been selected as members of the Sherman Symphony Orchestra (SSO), directed by Daniel Dominick, member of the music faculty at Austin College.
Blogs and Online Media
Austin College|October 12, 2017
Homecoming and Family Weekend will take place from October 12 to 15, welcoming alumni, families, and friends to campus for a variety of activities and celebrations.
Austin College | October 16, 2017
Brianna M. Burnett ’02 is the fine art photographer for the exhibit, “Borrowed Whimsy,” hosted by the Austin College Department of Art and Art History.
Austin College | October 16, 2017
Brandon Harner ’19 is the featured speaker at the Environmental Studies Lunch Talk, where he will discuss his summer 2017 internship at Little Traverse Conservancy in Harbor Springs, Michigan.
Austin College | October 16, 2017
Laura J. Lawson ’10 will host the art exhibit “Laura J. Lawson: Elements of Place” in the Dennis Gallery of the Forster Art Complex.
Austin College | October 23, 2017
Dr. Jeffrey Fontana, associate professor of art history, will present “Up Close and Personal: Getting to know some famous ancients and not-so-famous moderns” as part of the Sabbatical Lecture Series.
Austin College | October 25, 2017
The 18th annual ‘Roo Boo, hosted by the local chapter of the national service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega, is an alternative trick-or-treating service event.
Austin College | October 25, 2017
The Adams Observatory will open its door to the community for a Star Party November 4; visitors will be able to view the universe through the largest research grade telescope in North Texas.
Austin College | October 25, 2017
Katie Collins ’19 will be the featured speaker at the upcoming Environmental Studies Lunch Talk where she will discuss her summer 2017 internship at The Land Institute in Salina, Kansas.
Rowlett LakeShore Times | October 5, 2017
Among the students named to the Austin College soccer team is Rowlett High School graduate Coby Kelton ’20.
News ’Roos Can Use
Dickinsonian | October 5, 2017
A liberal arts education encourages open mindedness, development of critical thinking skills, and the debate of old and new ideas.
Inside Higher Ed | October 12, 2017
A decade in the making, upgrade of the federal government’s main higher ed database enables tracking part-time and adult students and gauging graduation rates for Pell Grant recipients.
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