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Expect to find your community
“Life on campus is about continuing to pursue your passions, discovering more about yourself and others. At Austin College, ‘RooNation lives and learns together in a community that is kind, curious, inclusive and active.”
- Michael Deen, Dean of Students
70+
organizations with 100+ leadership opportunities
16,000+
volunteer hours in the community
16
students show in our 3 student art galleries a year
14
D3 NCAA Sports
Discover Campus
With over 100 acre environmentally green campus, there is plenty of room to stretch out and find your favorite spot.
The Mall
The Mall
The Mall
"The Mall" is the main area on campus where you’ll often see friends and classmates on your way to classes or meetings. It’s not always busy; between classes and activities, students relax in the red Adirondack chairs and enjoy some peace and quiet.
Solstice Calendar
Solstice Calendar
A signature landmark on campus and the quintessential metaphor for the importance of studying liberal arts at Austin College is the Solstice Calendar. The sculpture combines art and science, constructed of three pieces of Texas pink granite, a scientific instrument marking each season's solstice with a shadow falling over metal bars that are part of the sculpture.
Campus Squirrels
Our Beloved Campus Squirrels
Did you know our campus squirrels have their own Instagram page? It is true, you can follow along their shenanigans, along with some great student research on their behaviors.
Ida Green Learning Commons
Research
Research
Austin College students have logged more than 130,000 hours of research and earned over 650 academic credits. Each spring, students present their research projects at the annual Austin College Scholars Conference. Research is completed during the academic year, over the summer through the Scarbrough Program, Summer Science Research Program, Mellon Research program, and more.
Theatre, Music, or Art
Theatre, Music, or Art
Each semester there are plenty of opportunities for you to express your artistic side. Audition for the main stage theatre production or the student plays, join a vocal or instrumental ensemble and let the music carry you through the semester, or express your ideas via paint, photography, clay, or metal work as you create pieces for an art show.
Signature Events
Signature Events
Big events happen on our campus, including our annual TEDxAustin College, MLK Celebration, and Posey Leadership Convocation, just to name a few. These events bring dynamic world changers to our campus and offer many sessions for our students to interact and engage with the individual. Who will you meet while on campus?
Campus Commons
Study Skills
Study Skills
We have you covered with our Center for Student Success and Access Services. Whether you need to strengthen your time management skills or find new strategies for learning, our center is open to you. Do you enjoy studying outside? Don’t worry about running low on power, as we have you covered with power outlets throughout the North Lawn.
Red Adirondacks
Red Adirondacks
Enjoy the lush green campus spaces to meet a study group or have a moment of personal reflection. The red Adirondack chairs are ready and waiting for you.
Campus Traditions
Campus Traditions
There are many traditions at Austin College, but the one with the most to celebrate is Commencement. 98% of May 2023 graduates completed their undergraduate studies in four years or less. They walk across the stage, ready to make an impact on the world as they head to medical, law, and other graduate programs, entering the finance, nonprofits, politics.
Dickey Fitness Pavilion
Intramurals
Intramurals
Stay active while on campus and have fun playing with your friends. Each semester, the Intramurals program hosts competitions for flag football, volleyball, soccer, and more.
Athletic Teams
Athletic Teams
Seeking an elevated competition? Austin College offers 14 D3 Athletics Teams and a competitive Cheer team.
Wellness
Wellness
Studies show that being active helps with an individual's overall wellbeing and stress level. Take advantage of the treadmills, ellipticals, weights, and more in the Dickey Fitness Center. Enjoy the outdoors? Our newly renovated fitness track at the stadium is waiting for you.
Birthday Fountain
Birthday Fountain
To celebrate your birthday, your friends may dunk you in the Jonsson Plaza Fountain at midnight.
Wright Campus Center
Eating on Campus
Eating on Campus
From the Dining Hall to the Kangaroo Coffee Shop and the Pouch Club, you will stay fueled for all your classes and extracurricular activities.
Student Assembly
Student Assembly
The chief student governmental organization and the representative body of the students of Austin College. The organization actively advocates for students in campus issues and seeks to affect positive change by encouraging communication and involvement.
Supporting You
Supporting You
The WCC is home of many of the student services you need each day including the Book Store, Mail Center, Center for Career and Professional Development, Center for Student Success and Access Services, Student Life and residence Life, plus many more.
JanTerm & Travel Abroad
JanTerm and Travel Abroad
Pack your bags and head to a new destination during our distinctive three week JanTerm or for a full semester of study abroad. ‘Roos have visited over 100 countries, what is on your list?
Favorites Around Town
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Local Eats
Venturing off-campus to get something to eat? You can find everything you need to get you through the week on campus, but here are some local favorites to try when your family is visiting, you have a date, or just want to go exploring!
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Parks and Nature
If you need to stretch your legs and clear your mind after a long week of studying, we’ve got great places to do just that. There’s something nearby for everyone!
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Shopping in Town Center
You can find everything you need in the Sherman Town Center.
Photo Courtesy of NewsQuest
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Lake Campus
Sitting just 25 minute drive from campus, The Robbie Kubela Rogers Lake Campus is located on the Preston Peninsula at Lake Texoma. The Lake Campus is open for all Austin College Community members.
Sherman, TX
The City of Sherman is in the midst of rapid growth and change, yet local favorites remain at the heart of its unique character and charm.
18+ annual signature events