International and National Media Highlights
The Wall Street Journal| October 13, 2014
Former Austin College Posey Leadership Award Winner, Nathan Wolfe, wrote an opinion piece on the current Ebola issue in the United States. Link was not available see attached article below.
USA Today| October 23, 2014
Austin College was listed as number 9 in the top 10 colleges in the state of Texas.
Dallas and Regional News
Odessa American | October 1, 2014
Austin College alumna, Deborah Crombie ’77, is a British crime novelist who hails from Texas, discussing her passion and inspiration for becoming a writer.
NetworkWorld | October 1, 2014
Austin College’s very own network and operations manager, Thomas Carter, discussed ‘unlawful’ WiFi hotspot blocking and how it relates to college campuses.
Houston Chronicle | October 9, 2014
Austin College was ranked number nine in the state of Texas with a mention of graduation rates, high salaries for graduates, and low percentage of students defaulting on loans.
Moncrief Cancer Institute – UT Southwestern |September 2014
Professor Mark Smith’s paintings are on display at the Moncrief Cancer Institute, providing inspiration to the patients, survivors, and caregivers. Link not available – see excerpt.
PlanoStarCourier | October 9, 2014
Austin College Alumnus, Richard Matkin ‘74, has announced his retirement from the Plano Independent School District as their Superintendent.
Panola Watchman | October 16, 2014
Austin College Alumnus, Minister Otis K. Amy ‘89, was named “Man of the Year” by the 100 Men of East Texas Organization.
The Courier | October 19, 2014
Austin College Alumnus, Reverend Dr. David Green ‘87, the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Conroe, discusses the 75 years of visionary in the Presbyterian church.
The Dallas Morning News | October 19, 2014
The Helen Suzman Exhibit, previously housed at Austin College, is now at Paul Quinn College, highlighting the life and accomplishments of the Nobel peace prize nominee. Link not available – see excerpt.
Local Media Highlights
Austin College |October 8, 2014
The Austin College community is saddened to learn of the death of senior trustee Joe F. Rayl ’54 on September 29 and extends sympathy to his wife, Jane, and their family.
Austin College |October 8, 2014
Austin College professor Kevin Simmons, internationally recognized for his work on the economics of natural hazards discussed how “The Three Little Pigs” is a classic story that both entertains and provides a valuable lesson: patience with a view to the long run pays dividends—in this case, surviving a visit from the big bad wolf.
Austin College |October 22, 2014
The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame have announced the names on the 2015 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame, and among the six coaches included, two have Austin College connections with former head coach Pete Cawthon and former assistant Bill Snyder.
Austin College |October 24, 2014
Austin College’s Associate Professor of English Randi Tanglenis spending her fall sabbatical as a visiting scholar at the Charles Redd Center for Western Studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah.
Austin College |October 24, 2014
The Austin College theatre program will present Sarah Treem’s a feminine ending on campus directed by senior students Anika Payne.
Austin College |October 27, 2014
Austin College history professors Light and Victoria Cummins presented the lecture “New Things in Old Places, Old Things in New Places: Historical Research in the Digital Age on campus for faculty development and excellence in teaching.
Austin College |October 30, 2014
Austin College hosted Stephanie A. Fryberg as she presented the lecture “Culturally Grounded Interventions to Enhance Academic Performance for Native American and First-Generation College Students”
Austin College |October 30, 2014
Austin College will honor five graduates and two faculty members for distinguished professional accomplishment and/or service to the College during Homecoming events on the campus.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 2, 2014
Austin College students, faculty and community members filled Hoxie Thompson Auditorium to hear a visiting expert, Dr. Kristina Ford, speak on the ‘bitter lessons’ of Katrina.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 4, 2014
Aspiring writers from across Texoma gathered at Austin College for the Herald Democrat’s first-ever Writers Conference where alumnae Deborah Crombie ’77, gave a keynote address to the writers.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 7, 2014
Students and professors at Austin College and 40 colleges across the country are commemorating the Fall of the Berlin Wall series of events as part of the Think Transatlantic Campus Weeks.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 13, 2014
Students and professors at Austin College and 40 colleges across the country are commemorating the fall of the Berlin Wall in a series of events as a part of the Think Transatlantic Campus Weeks.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 16, 2014
Opened this fall in an underutilized corner of Austin College’s Abell Library Center, a new courtroom that will host AC’s mock trial, moot court and mediation teams, was created for students.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 23, 2014
Austin College’s Kappa Gamma Chi sorority will hold its 24th annual 5K ’Roo Run and Joey Walk Nov. 1, with proceeds supporting Women Rock!, a Sherman organization that provides education to encourage early breast cancer detection.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 23, 2014
Austin College men’s soccer player Chris Abad-Jacobi has been named the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Co-Offensive Player of the Week.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 25, 2014
Austin College hosted a ’Roos Who Write Conference on campus where Alumni who work in the world of words and composition — producing news programs to novels, music to blogs to grants — shared their thoughts and experiences in several sessions.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 23, 2014
Austin College’s Kappa Gamma Chi sorority hosted its 24th annual 5K ’Roo Run and Joey Walk on homecoming weeked, with proceeds supporting Women Rock!, a Sherman organization that provides education to encourage early breast cancer detection.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 23, 2014
The 15th annual ’Roo Boo at Austin College, hosted by the local chapter of Alpha Phi Omega national service fraternity, came earl this year but still offered the same great fun for the Sherman trick-or-treaters.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 25, 2014
Austin College hosted a ’Roos Who Write Conference on campus where Alumni who work in the world of words and composition shared their thoughts and experiences in several sessions.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 29, 2014
On Homecoming weekend, the tailgating area at the south end of Jerry Apple Stadium was named in honor of the late, legendary Kangaroo football coach Larry Kramer.
Herald Democrat−Sherman | October 30, 2014
In keeping with its history and culture of leadership and community service, Austin College unveiled its Peace Corps prep program with hopes of preparing students for potential service within the Corps upon graduation.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | October 2, 2014
Austin College football player Delmas Hoye was named to the D3Football.com Team of the Week after a strong performance against Howard Payne.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | October 13, 2014
The Austin College Department of Art and Art History is hosting the drawing exhibition “Spotblack on the Soul” by current student, Carl Antonowicz.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | October 13, 2014
Austin College’s head volleyball coach, Ed Garza, is reaching milestone in his career, closing out Hispanic Heritage month with a bang.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | October 22, 2014
Associate Vice President of Institutional Enrollment, Matthew Krov ‘02, at Austin College was quoted discussing helicopter parents and the effects they have on their children.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | October 22, 2014
The 15th annual ’Roo Boo at Austin College, hosted by the local chapter of Alpha Phi Omega national service fraternity, came early this year but still provided the Sherman community with a great alternative to regular trick-or-treating.
KXII−CBS, FOX Television News | October 28, 2014
After the tragic death of former Austin College baseball player, Justin Frost ‘08, the “Frosty” Frost Memorial Baseball Fund was established, and as the ’Roo football team takes the field for Homecoming, friends and family members of Frost’s will be presenting a gift of funds raised to date to the Austin College athletics department.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | October 1, 2014
Austin College’s campus was in a buzz as the ‘Roos had won two in a row before departing to compete against Southwestern in Georgetown.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | October 2, 2014
Austin College students had the chance to learn from Dr. Lorenzo Cohen, a world-renowned doctor discussing how to prevent cancer.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | October 23, 2014
Austin College’s head volleyball coach, Ed Garza, closed in on another career milestone this month.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | October 23, 2014
The Society of Physics Students at Austin College held a Solar Observing Party on campus, open to the Sherman community, to view the last visible eclipse until 2017.
KTEN−ABC, NBC, CW Television News | October 27, 2014
Austin College football players Noah Jesko, Delmas Hoye, and Casey Davis have been named the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Offensive, Defensive, and Special Teams Players of the Week.
North Texas e-News | October 1, 2014
Austin College lectures address ‘The Global Landscape: Idealized Home vs. Ravaged Environment’ with guest speakers James Howard Kunstler and Kristina Ford.
North Texas e-News | October 1, 2014
Austin College hosted Dr. Lorenzo Cohen, professor at University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, in a lecture, “The Value of Integrative Medicine in a Shifting Health Care Environment.”
North Texas e-News | October 3, 2014
Austin College theatre students presented Theresa Rebeck’s comedy, Seminar, on campus for the whole community to enjoy.
North Texas e-News | October 13, 2014
Austin College offered free grant-research training where participants learned how to use the Foundation Directory Online to find potential funders for nonprofit organizations.
North Texas e-News | October 23, 2014
Austin College alumnus and history professor William Kerrigan ‘85 presented the address, “Johnny Appleseed: St. Francis or Steve Jobs?” on campus, in relation to his book.
TRIB−Total Media | October 4, 2014
Austin College alumnae, Deborah Crombie ‘77, discusses her multiple novels and love for all things British.
Gainesville Daily Register| October 20, 2014
Cambodian refugee camp survivor Loung Ung spoke at Austin College discussing her multiple written works.
News ‘Roos Can Use
Links to articles about current issues in higher education and topics that are relevant to the #Roonation.
Inside Higher Ed| October 21, 2014
As Democrats look to keep control of the U.S. Senate and hold on to House seats, they are continuing to raise student loans as an issue in this fall’s election.
Boston Globe| October 28, 2014
A report on ways to curb predicted shortfall in college degrees.
The Chronicle of Higher Education| October 30, 2014
Why colleges don’t want to be judged by their graduation rates.