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12 Benefits of a Liberal Arts Education

A liberal arts education prepares students to examine ideas from multiple points of view, solve problems, adapt, and collaborate.

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Spotlight on Austin, TX

Southwestern’s prime location gives its students the best of both worlds – the charm of historic Georgetown with convenient access to Austin, just 25 miles south.

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Mission: Possible

Southwestern alumna Madge Vásquez ’94, an international relations major, is now the CEO of nonprofit Mission Capital.

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Playing the Stock Market in Real Life

Students in Southwestern’s Financial Analyst Program are responsible for managing a hefty portion of the University’s endowment.

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An Education by Experience

Worth Payton ’18 demonstrates the importance of learning about oneself and connecting with others in building success.

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SU is featured in the 2019 edition of The Princeton Review’s guide to best colleges for return on investment.

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Making Up Your Own Mind

President Edward Burger addressed the Brain Performance Institute in Dallas.

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Fulfilling the Dreams of Many

Shauna Davidson ’08 helps build primary schools and empower children to overcome poverty in Northern Uganda.

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Patience, Grit, and an Open Mind

Lauren Gillespie ’19 reflects on what it takes to research, present, and publish successfully as a chemistry and computer science double major.

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The Business of Show Business

Savannah Ritz ’20, theater and business major, travels the world supporting the dramatic arts.

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Connecting the World

Marie Nugpo ’18, Southwestern Information Technology, and the Coalition for Diversity and Social Justice received a certificate of appreciation for bringing learning technology tools to a school in the Philippines.

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The Science and Art of Salamanders

Kira McEntire ’13 explores creative expression while teaching and researching wildlife biology.

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Playing the Stock Market in Real Life

Students in Southwestern’s Financial Analyst Program are responsible for managing a hefty portion of the University’s endowment.

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Southwestern University Again Ranks among the Nation’s Best-Value Colleges

SU is featured in the 2019 edition of The Princeton Review’s guide to best colleges for return on investment.

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How to Survive That Dreaded 8:30 a.m. Class

Here are some tips to make it a little easier to get through the morning.

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The Human Impact on Earth

Interdisciplinary scholars and artists explore the Anthropocene at Southwestern’s Brown Symposium XXXIX.

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Patience, Grit, and an Open Mind

Lauren Gillespie ’19 reflects on what it takes to research, present, and publish successfully as a chemistry and computer science double major.

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The Business of Show Business

Savannah Ritz ’20, theater and business major, travels the world supporting the dramatic arts.

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Becoming Southwestern in London

A Southwestern University communications major reflects on his experiences studying in the U.K.

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Thirty-Five Hours, Four New York Museums

Three art history majors and their professor traveled to New York City this past spring to inspire ideas for the students’ capstone projects.

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“What Day Is It? Friday! YAY!”

Southwestern University celebrates our beloved Ms. Ella in a bench ceremony.

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Southwestern Students Do Good and Do It Well

SU’s BC for Change Awards the Georgetown Family YMCA a $3,500 Grant

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Men’s Soccer Earns NCAA Tournament Bid

The Southwestern University Pirates men’s soccer team (12-5-3) is going to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in the program’s history.

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Southwestern Celebrates Its 109th Homecoming

October 26—28, Southwestern faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends gathered to celebrate Homecoming.

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Southwestern University Again Ranks among the Nation’s Best-Value Colleges

SU is featured in the 2019 edition of The Princeton Review’s guide to best colleges for return on investment.

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Making Up Your Own Mind

President Edward Burger addressed the Brain Performance Institute in Dallas.

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The Human Impact on Earth

Interdisciplinary scholars and artists explore the Anthropocene at Southwestern’s Brown Symposium XXXIX.

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Patience, Grit, and an Open Mind

Lauren Gillespie ’19 reflects on what it takes to research, present, and publish successfully as a chemistry and computer science double major.

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The Business of Show Business

Savannah Ritz ’20, theater and business major, travels the world supporting the dramatic arts.

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Southwestern Celebrates Its 109th Homecoming

October 26—28, Southwestern faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends gathered to celebrate Homecoming.

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Art History Student Wins Coveted Internship at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Sabrina Silva ’18 provided research and writing support for the International Center for the Arts of the Americas at the leading art institute.

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Moody Fellow Studies Abroad in Argentina

Armando Vidana ’19 expands his worldview and builds lifelong relationships in Buenos Aires.

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Southwestern Debuts SU Makerspace Studios

The A. Frank Smith, Jr. Library Center houses makerspaces where Pirates can gather, create, invent, and learn.

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Southwestern Alumna Founds International Schools

Rebecca Skinner, SU ’96 and founder of the International School of Brooklyn, helps build the new Dwight School Dubai as associate head of school.

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Southwestern Undergraduates Present and Publish Their Groundbreaking Research

Devon Lucero and Chantal Gonzalez, both ’19, engage with experts at an international neuroscience conference and coauthor publications in animal behavior.

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Tips for Crafting a Successful College Application

Many college admission offices begin accepting applications on August 1. Here’s how to navigate the process and put your best foot forward.

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Mission: Possible

Southwestern alumna Madge Vásquez ’94, an international relations major, is now the CEO of nonprofit Mission Capital.

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Southwestern Honors Faculty and Staff for Their Exemplary Service

The University recognized four dedicated members of the campus community with the 2019 Mundy Awards.

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The Human Impact on Earth

Interdisciplinary scholars and artists explore the Anthropocene at Southwestern’s Brown Symposium XXXIX.

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Laura Sewell ’95 Connects as an Alumna and Staff Member

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Connecting the World

Marie Nugpo ’18, Southwestern Information Technology, and the Coalition for Diversity and Social Justice received a certificate of appreciation for bringing learning technology tools to a school in the Philippines.

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Eleven Southwestern Faculty Members Awarded Prestigious Sam Taylor Fellowship Grant

Grants ranging from $1,000 to $1,600 will allow faculty to pursue graduate study or postgraduate research.

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“What Day Is It? Friday! YAY!”

Southwestern University celebrates our beloved Ms. Ella in a bench ceremony.

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Southwestern Students Do Good and Do It Well

SU’s BC for Change Awards the Georgetown Family YMCA a $3,500 Grant

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The Professional Grounds Management Society Salutes Southwestern University for Grounds Management Excellence

The Professional Grounds Management Society recognized Southwestern University with an Honor Award in the Society’s 2018 Green Star Awards® competition.

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Southwestern’s Career Services Relaunches as the Center for Career and Professional Development

The new CCPD offers expanded opportunities for students preparing for internships and postgraduate careers.

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So Happy Together

Students are back! That means it’s time for a sequel to the “Missing You” video.

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Preserving the Past for Posterity

Professor Thomas Howe leads SU students on a study abroad experience in ancient Stabiae.

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Mission: Possible

Southwestern alumna Madge Vásquez ’94, an international relations major, is now the CEO of nonprofit Mission Capital.

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Southwestern University Again Ranks among the Nation’s Best-Value Colleges

SU is featured in the 2019 edition of The Princeton Review’s guide to best colleges for return on investment.

more information

Making Up Your Own Mind

President Edward Burger addressed the Brain Performance Institute in Dallas.

more information

Fulfilling the Dreams of Many

Shauna Davidson ’08 helps build primary schools and empower children to overcome poverty in Northern Uganda.

more information

The Human Impact on Earth

Interdisciplinary scholars and artists explore the Anthropocene at Southwestern’s Brown Symposium XXXIX.

more information

Connecting the World

Marie Nugpo ’18, Southwestern Information Technology, and the Coalition for Diversity and Social Justice received a certificate of appreciation for bringing learning technology tools to a school in the Philippines.

more information

The Science and Art of Salamanders

Kira McEntire ’13 explores creative expression while teaching and researching wildlife biology.

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Looking out for the Community

Inspired by a service trip to Honduras during one eye-opening spring break, Megan Schubert Leese ’01 now champions public health.

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Dr. Roy Rivera Jr. ’02

Distinguished Professional

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“What Day Is It? Friday! YAY!”

Southwestern University celebrates our beloved Ms. Ella in a bench ceremony.

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Men’s Soccer Earns NCAA Tournament Bid

The Southwestern University Pirates men’s soccer team (12-5-3) is going to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in the program’s history.

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Southwestern Celebrates Its 109th Homecoming

October 26—28, Southwestern faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends gathered to celebrate Homecoming.

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