Community
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Austin College is proud to be a cornerstone of the Sherman, Denison, and larger Grayson County community.
With over 175 years in Texas (the oldest college still operating under original name and charter!), and almost 150 years in Sherman, the College and the surrounding area have grown up side by side. Just like an old friend, Austin College has always been ready to open its doors warmly to the local community. Whether you’re visiting, attending a lecture, making use of our facilities, or getting involved in campus life, we welcome you to come and be a part of our vibrant community.
With an historic "town & gown" connection that still runs deep, the College serves as a major economic engine in Grayson County, contributing $83 million annually to the local economy. Our faculty, staff, students, and alumni live, work, serve, and play across the Texoma region, contributing to a dynamic relationship between the city and the college that significantly impacts both.
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The Community is invited to our
Signature Campus Events
Austin College Posey Leadership Award
Since 2006, the award now known as the Austin College Posey Leadership Award has annually honored an outstanding individual who has demonstrated the principles of servant leadership.
Kenneth W. Street Law Symposium
Austin College brings law professionals to campus for a day of continuing education sessions and educational opportunities for students interested in a career in law.
MLK Day Celebration
Each year the Texoma community comes together for a celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event raises scholarship funds to benefit college-bound residents of Grayson County.
TEDxAustinCollege
TEDxAustinCollege, an annual student-initiated conference, offers a global platform to share the creativity and innovation cultivated on our campus and the greater Austin College community.
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Stay Curious with Wind Down Wednesdays
Wind Down Wednesdays
Austin College is excited to be the new home of Wind Down Wednesdays. Developed and curated by Ginger Nye, these hour-long presentations feature a wide variety of topics sure to spark conversation for curious people. Take advantage of this fun, interesting, and FREE opportunity for lifelong learning and fellowship. Members of the Texoma community, as well as faculty, students, staff, are invited most Wednesdays at 4:30 P.M. in the Robert J. and Mary Wright Campus Center, room 231, located at 1301 E. Brockett Street.
To be notified about upcoming topics and dates, sign up for the Wind Down Wednesday “Curious People” email list by emailing Communications.
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Campus Visitor Information
Due to TxDOT construction on U.S. Hwy 75 and U.S. Hwy 82 in Sherman, routes to campus change frequently. Please allow extra travel time and route your GPS directly to the physical address of the building you are visiting. Common destinations include:
- Wortham Welcome Center at 718 N. Grand Ave. and
- Wright Campus Center at 1201 E. Brockett Street.
Exits change frequently as highway construction progresses, so be sure to look for the exit signs for Houston/Lamar (Downtown) or for Hwy 91 (Texoma Parkway) – which may come sooner than you are expecting!
*Inclement Weather Directions: In the event of ice or snow, the Grand Avenue overpass is sometimes closed. As an alternate route, navigate to the college via the Brockett street entrance.
There are several hotel options in the area, with many offering a discount for visiting Austin College.
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Community Highlights
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 for recreational activities, retreats, meetings, and camping. There are restroom and shower facilities on-site, as well as a covered pavilion.
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Explore Texoma
![Tri-Collegiate Exhibit Flyer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742222678/austincollegeedu/axyzh1iorrghc5hvceq2/2515Tri-CollegiateExhibit.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742222678/austincollegeedu/axyzh1iorrghc5hvceq2/2515Tri-CollegiateExhibit.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742222678/austincollegeedu/axyzh1iorrghc5hvceq2/2515Tri-CollegiateExhibit.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742222678/austincollegeedu/axyzh1iorrghc5hvceq2/2515Tri-CollegiateExhibit.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742222678/austincollegeedu/axyzh1iorrghc5hvceq2/2515Tri-CollegiateExhibit.jpg","width":1486}])
Austin College to Host Tri-Collegiate Exhibit
Austin College will host the Tri-Collegiate Exhibit in the Betsy Dennis Forster Art Studio Complex, Dennis Gallery, from March 17 through March 28.
![Dr. Saritha Bangara]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741196400/austincollegeedu/yc6rqyti7jtacy3rcjhl/2512DrSarithaBangara.jpg","width":200}])
Dr. Bangara’s Research Receives Additional Funding
Dr. Saritha Bangara has received her second grant for research on “Educating Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) on Women’s Health Issues (WHIs) and IPV-associated Risk Factors using Data Driven and Trauma Informed Education Modules at the Grayson Crisis Center in Sherman, Texas.
![Mr. Rayce Guess]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739805893/austincollegeedu/p2u8380sjjclqyermyf5/2504RayceGuess.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739805893/austincollegeedu/p2u8380sjjclqyermyf5/2504RayceGuess.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739805893/austincollegeedu/p2u8380sjjclqyermyf5/2504RayceGuess.jpg","width":689}])
Black History Month “Living Legend Series”
As a part of its first annual Black History Month: Living Legend Series, Austin College will honor Mr. Rayce Guess as its first "Living Legend" recipient on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
![Austin College will host its annual Dr. Kenneth Street Law Symposium on Thursday, February 20, 2025, with the theme, Ethical Challenge and Legal Reform in an Era of Incivility.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739201367/austincollegeedu/buav4c7frexoingxbc5h/2506LawSymposium.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739201367/austincollegeedu/buav4c7frexoingxbc5h/2506LawSymposium.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739201367/austincollegeedu/buav4c7frexoingxbc5h/2506LawSymposium.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739201367/austincollegeedu/buav4c7frexoingxbc5h/2506LawSymposium.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1739201367/austincollegeedu/buav4c7frexoingxbc5h/2506LawSymposium.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1739201367/austincollegeedu/buav4c7frexoingxbc5h/2506LawSymposium.jpg","width":2200}])
Austin College will host Dr. Kenneth Street Law Symposium
Austin College will host its annual Dr. Kenneth Street Law Symposium on Thursday, February 20, 2025, with the theme, Ethical Challenge and Legal Reform in an Era of Incivility.
![Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737478538/austincollegeedu/qedaaulobrqmohupoxok/2503MLKDay.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737478538/austincollegeedu/qedaaulobrqmohupoxok/2503MLKDay.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737478538/austincollegeedu/qedaaulobrqmohupoxok/2503MLKDay.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737478538/austincollegeedu/qedaaulobrqmohupoxok/2503MLKDay.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737478538/austincollegeedu/qedaaulobrqmohupoxok/2503MLKDay.jpg","width":1280}])
Austin College Celebrates MLK Day
Austin College will host the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Community Celebration on Monday, January 20, 2025.
![Service of Lessons and Carols: Wynne Chapel, Clifford J. Grum Sanctuary on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 5 p.m]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732634097/austincollegeedu/jbgch7fcmzsxvq2jdrso/2425LessonsandCarols.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732634097/austincollegeedu/jbgch7fcmzsxvq2jdrso/2425LessonsandCarols.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732634097/austincollegeedu/jbgch7fcmzsxvq2jdrso/2425LessonsandCarols.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732634097/austincollegeedu/jbgch7fcmzsxvq2jdrso/2425LessonsandCarols.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732634097/austincollegeedu/jbgch7fcmzsxvq2jdrso/2425LessonsandCarols.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1732634097/austincollegeedu/jbgch7fcmzsxvq2jdrso/2425LessonsandCarols.png","width":2200}])
A Service of Lessons and Carols
Austin College will ring in the 2024 holiday season with its Service of Lessons and Carols.
![Sherman Symphony Orchestra playing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729807361/austincollegeedu/paiuz6drfi3bjao474qu/SSO.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729807361/austincollegeedu/paiuz6drfi3bjao474qu/SSO.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729807361/austincollegeedu/paiuz6drfi3bjao474qu/SSO.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1729807361/austincollegeedu/paiuz6drfi3bjao474qu/SSO.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1729807361/austincollegeedu/paiuz6drfi3bjao474qu/SSO.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729807361/austincollegeedu/paiuz6drfi3bjao474qu/SSO.jpg","width":2048}])
Sherman Symphony Orchestra to Perform Fall Concert
The Sherman Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will perform a concert on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in Kidd-Key Auditorium, 400 Elm Street, Sherman, Texas.
![Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub group]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725992843/austincollegeedu/dlam5djswt8wnopgcugo/TSTHPressReleasePhoto.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725992843/austincollegeedu/dlam5djswt8wnopgcugo/TSTHPressReleasePhoto.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725992843/austincollegeedu/dlam5djswt8wnopgcugo/TSTHPressReleasePhoto.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725992843/austincollegeedu/dlam5djswt8wnopgcugo/TSTHPressReleasePhoto.jpg","width":1200}])
TSTH Receives Consortium Accelerator Award
Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub is awarded $500,000.00 from the EDA.
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First We Serve
First-year students completed a service opportunity prior to the start of classes.
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