Compiled by Mike Davis, Associate Director of Marketing and Communications; Emma Gibson, Renata Loyo Perez, and Emily Rodriguez, Institutional Marketing and Communications Interns.
International and National Media Highlights
BVM Sports | November 22, 2023
Three members of the Austin College women’s soccer team were selected as All-District honorees by the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Sarah Davis ’24, Kenedie Lane ’25, and Emeri Watson ’26 will each advance to the All-American ballot, which will be announced in December.
BVM Sports | November 21, 2023
Sammi Thiele ’24, has been named the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Women’s Swimmer of the Week after her record-setting performance at the Tiger Invitational in San Antonio, Texas.
CNBC | October 18, 2023
Caryn Schenewerk ’99, President of CS Consulting, commented on the urgent need for senators to make improvements within the Federal Aviation Administration’s regulatory and licensing processes.
The New York Times | November 14, 2023
Dr. Kirk Everist, Associate Professor of Theatre at Austin College, commented on the recent controversial decision by Sherman ISD that temporarily stripped a Sherman High School transgender student from his performance role, citing the “mature adult themes” of the musical. Everist noted that in theater circles, Oklahoma is often considered one of the safest shows to perform.
Space News | October 19, 2023
At an October 18 meeting of the Senate Subcommittee on Space and Science, Caryn Schenewerk ’99, President of CS Consulting, spoke on behalf of the space flight industry, urging Congress to streamline the Federal Aviation Administration’s review process for efficiency.
CF Today | November 15, 2023
Sheila Amin Gutiérrez de Piñeres, former Dean of Faculty at Austin College, has been appointed as the interim Chief Information Officer at the University of Central Florida.
U.S. Senate Committee | October 18, 2023
Caryn Schenewerk ’99, President of CS Consulting, served as a witness in a hearing with the Subcommittee on Space and Science to discuss the federal government’s role in regulating human activity in the commercial space sector.
Weil | November 21, 2023
Veronica Bonhamgregory ’04 was appointed to the new council class at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP, which provides legal services to public companies, private equity firms, and financial institutions.
Dallas and Regional News
Austin American-Statesman | November 28, 2023
Austin College was featured as one of the top colleges and universities in Texas, in an article that also provides application tips for prospective students.
The Dallas Morning News | November 7, 2023
Three student-athletes signed letters of intent to continue their education and play sports at Austin College; these include Ashlynn Brothers ’28 of Flower Mound and Jadyn Myers ’28 of Midlothian for softball, and Corey Huffman ’28 of Rowlett for soccer.
The Huntsville Item | November 27, 2023
On Thursday, November 30, the Henderson Yoakum Chapter Sons of the Republic of Texas, will again celebrate the life of Henderson King Yoakum at Huntsville’s Oakwood Cemetery. Yoakum made great efforts to ensure the formation of the original Austin College location in Huntsville, Texas.
Star Local Media | November 8, 2023
Ashlynn Brothers ’28 of Flower Mound and Corey Huffman ’28 of Rowlett have signed with Austin College to continue their education and play softball and soccer, respectively.
The Vindicator | November 2023
The Daughters of the American Revolution Libertad Chapter in Liberty, Texas, will present The History of Christmas Music on November 16 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, featuring a performance by Marshall Maxwell ’73, former Liberty resident and founder of the Marshall Maxwell Entertainment Agency.
Local Media Highlights
Herald Democrat | November 24, 2023
Austin College has taken a major step to expand its academic programs while helping meet the need for more healthcare providers. College officials and area dignitaries gathered Tuesday, November 14, for a ribbon cutting and open house at the Austin College Health Campus, home of the College’s new Master of Medical Science-Physician Assistant program.
Herald Democrat | November 10, 2023
Dr. Kola Alade ’10, licensed psychologist at Cook Children’s Medical Center, will be featured as the speaker at the 2023 Austin College Cunningham Lecture Series; his speech is titled The Mental Health Umbrella: Our Need for Diversity & Equity.
KTEN | November 30, 2023
Austin College celebrated Native American Heritage Month with a student-led event that included readings of Native poetry, presentations, and game demonstrations from the Choctaw Nation.
KTEN | November 16, 2023
Austin College hosted the grand opening of its new Health Campus, where it will welcome 34 new students to its Physician Assistant program next June.
KXII | November 29, 2023
The Austin College Office of Inclusion and Diversity worked with students to host a celebration of Native American culture. Student organizer Carrie Johnson ’24, who is Chickasaw and Pawnee, spoke about how this event was a great opportunity to share her Native culture with the community.
KXII | November 14, 2023
Austin College had the official celebration of the opening of the new Austin College Health Campus. Located in a beautifully renovated space within the former Cigna building, north of TMC hospital in Denison, the Health Campus will provide a state-of-the-art learning experience for incoming students in the College’s new Master of Medical Science-Physician Assistant program.
KXII | November 8, 2023
Reagan Brinkley ’28 from Valley View, Texas, signed with Austin College to continue her education and play softball.
Blogs and Online Media
Austin College | November 30, 2023
Austin College students to travel abroad to attend the 2023 United Nations Climate Conference as official observers in the host city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Delegates from around the world are coming together to take action toward achieving the world’s collective climate goals as prescribed under the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement.
Austin College | November 9, 2023
Austin College to welcome leaders in education for The Public Administration Symposium on November 16. The symposium is titled The Changing Landscape of American Education: Challenges and Opportunities. The symposium, sponsored by the Austin College Pre-Law Society, Student Assembly, and The Sumners Foundation will feature several alumni and community leaders as panelists.
North Texas E-News | November 29, 2023
Austin College to host the Sherman Symphony Orchestra’s annual Christmas Pops Concerts in early December. This year’s performance will feature a silent film with live orchestral accompaniment.
North Texas E-News | November 29, 2023
Austin College will ring in the 2023 holiday season with its annual Service of Lessons and Carols. Dr. John Williams ’84, Chaplain and Director of Church Relations at Austin College, will lead the service that includes scriptures, carols, anthems, and a candle-lighting ceremony.
North Texas E-News | November 26, 2023
Austin College celebrated the opening of the new Health Campus, home to the new Physician’s Assistant program. The program will begin admitting the first class of students in 2024.
North Texas E-News | November 14, 2023
Austin College recognized its 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award and Service Award recipients at an award dinner on Friday, November 3. These honorees have distinguished themselves in their professions and in their communities, exemplifying leadership and ethical standards in their interactions. Honorees include Anissa Coss Centers ’93, Leigh Hiester ’90, Carol A. Wiley Toll ’74, Rizwan Rayaz Jagani ’15, James T. Jarratt ’67, and Dr. Patrick Duffey, Professor of Spanish at Austin College.
North Texas E-News | November 14, 2023
Henry H. Bucher Jr., Faculty Emeritus in Humanities at Austin College, penned an op-ed piece discussing what his late 1990s January Term class learned about Judeo-Christian heritage in Israel.
North Texas E-News | November 12, 2023
Austin College will welcome Dr. Kola Alade ’10 as the speaker for the 2023 Cunningham Lecture with a speech featuring mental health, diversity, and equity.
North Texas E-News | November 9, 2023
Amanda Billings ’92, Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations at UT Southwestern Medical Center, will present at the 2023 Posey Leadership Institute Speaker Series: Women in Leadership on November 9.
North Texas E-News | November 6, 2023
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs (ECA) recognized Austin College as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader for 2023.
News ‘Roos Can Use
The Chronicle of Higher Education | November 13, 2023
Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT were initially met with ethical concerns from many higher education faculty members across the nation, however new insights show that several more are seeing this as a crucial, emerging tool for student success.
University Business | November 30, 2023
The American Association of Colleges and Universities has conducted research and found that despite the national post-pandemic drop in college enrollment, most employers of all ages, genders and political denominations believe college prepares the workforce adequately and is worth the cost.
- 'Roos in the News
- 2023