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At the Heart of Discovery Southwestern Undergrads Study Cardiovascular Medicine at UTHealth
Dr. Eyal Porat P’21 coordinates summer internships for SU students.
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Inaugural Southwestern Giving Day Exceeds Goal, Raises $462K for Students and Programs
Almost 1,200 donors supported 120 different funds on March 5 and 6
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Southwestern University Establishes the Jack and Camille Garey School of Natural Sciences
The new school advances research and learning in science and mathematics fields within the context of the humanities, social sciences, and fine arts.
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The Magic of Studying Abroad
Ellie Crowley ’20 spent Fall 2018 learning, growing, and opening her mind in Córdoba, Argentina.
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Southwestern Students Help Provide Support Services for Refugees in the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey
Moody Fellows participated in a Houston Spring Breakaway.
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Laura Rativa ’20 Recognized as a 2019 Newman Civic Fellow
Communication studies and political science double major Laura Rativa ’20 reflects on SU’s role in nurturing her lifelong dedication to servant–leadership.
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2019 Shilling Lecture: A Moderated Discussion with Donna Brazile and Mary Matalin
Southwestern warmly welcomes renowned Democratic Strategist Donna Brazile and celebrated Conservative Advisor Mary Matalin as guest speakers at the Roy and Margaret Shilling Lecture on Friday, October 4, 2019.
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Southwestern University Designated as a Voter-Friendly Campus
SU is one of 123 campuses in 31 states recognized for promoting civic engagement.
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Southwestern University Joins the Coalition for College
The University joins institutions dedicated to making a college education more accessible.
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Making the Most of Every College Tour
Here are a few tips on what to look for during a campus visit and how to make your college decision a little easier.
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Southwestern Announces 2019 Commencement Speaker
Southwestern University President Edward Burger recently announced that Dr. Timothy B. Boone ’77 will speak at the 2019 commencement ceremony on May 11 at 10 a.m. in the Corbin J. Robertson Center.
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Rediscovering a 20th-Century Musical Master
Professor of Music and Margarett Root Brown Chair in Fine Arts Michael Cooper uncovers and edits unpublished works by African-American composer Florence B. Price.
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The Staying Power of the Humanities
Why a degree in the humanities is just as important as a degree in STEM.
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The Many Colors of Michael Nguyen
A Southwestern alum turned patent attorney serves the community as an advocate of LGBTQ rights and livable cities.
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SCAC Men’s Swimming & Diving Champions
Pirates win SCAC Men’s Swimming & Diving Championship for first time in program history!
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Korouva Milk Bar: What’s in Your Cup?
It’s a student organization, a coffee destination, and your newest hangout location.
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Love among Pirates
Southwestern Sweethearts share their stories of courtship, partnership, and marriage.
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The Truth about Joining a Sorority
English major and communication studies and business minor Marissa Morin ’19 examines how Southwestern breaks common stereotypes of undergraduate Greek life.
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Mission: Possible
Southwestern alumna Madge Vásquez ’94 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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Muslims in Academia Symposium
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies Lamiyah Bahrainwala is coordinating a one-day event at Southwestern focusing on anti-Muslim sentiment and the needs of underrepresented students and faculty.
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Arbor Day Foundation Honors Southwestern University with 2018 Tree Campus USA® Recognition
Southwestern University was honored with a 2018 Tree Campus USA ® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
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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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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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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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Spiritual Diversity and Religious Pluralism at Southwestern University
Southwestern Chaplain and Director of Spiritual and Religious Life Megan Danner ’06 discusses an important aspect of SU’s commitment to diverse perspectives: spirituality.
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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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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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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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Southwestern Hosts Dream Week
The University celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
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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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Becoming Southwestern in London
A Southwestern University communications major reflects on his experiences studying in the U.K.
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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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Debika Sihi: Understand Your Consumer
Learn more about Assistant Professor of Business Debika Sihi and her love for research marketing strategy in her recent interview with Giraffe Social Media.
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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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Championing Civil Discourse in an Era of Partisan Rancor
Southwestern students tackle the complexities of political division.
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‘Tis the season! 6 Tips for Surviving Finals Week
You are oh so close to winter break. There is just one minor detail standing in your way: Finals week.
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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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Without Work, There Are No Kolaches
Heath Dollar ’92, an educator, musician, and published author, wins the 2018 Texas Observer Short Story Contest.
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Navigating Financial Aid
Here are some basic tips on paying for college for students and their families.
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The Beauty of Bubbles and the Joy of Mathematics
Mathematics scholar Frank Morgan demonstrates the profound mathematical truths hidden within the whimsical world of bubbles.
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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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Growth and Gratitude
Markell Henderson ’19 delivered a speech encapsulating his Southwestern Experience at the fall meeting of the Board of Visitors.
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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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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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The Ghosts of Southwestern
Mischief-making manifestations haunt the historic halls of the University.
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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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Southwestern Featured in the 2018 Edition of the The Princeton Review Guide To 399 Green Colleges
SU is once again recognized for its commitment to sustainability.
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Southwestern Alumni and the Peach Tattoo
A tribute to lifelong friendships by alumnus Josh Franco ’07 underscores the power of Southwestern’s community.
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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 Alumnus Turns International Opera Star
Weston Hurt ’99 reflects fondly on his early career at Southwestern.
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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 Hosts Screening of Dirt Rich and a Q&A with Filmmaker Marcelina Cravat
The award-winning film—a powerful documentary about using regenerative agricultural practices, reforestation, and conservation strategies to combat climate change—comes to campus on Nov. 8.
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Tips for Writing an Effective Admission Essay
Writing the college application essay is stressful. Here’s how to share your story and set yourself apart.
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World-Renowned History Scholar Carole Levin Visits Southwestern
Dr. Levin will deliver a public lecture—and students and faculty will stage a reading of her new play—during the 2018 History Colloquium.
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Musician Presents Research at International Computer Science Conference
From soloing at the Austin Civic Orchestra to presenting at the Genetic and Evolutionary Computation Conference in Japan, cellist Isabel Tweraser ’19 embodies Southwestern’s commitment to interdisciplinary study.
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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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Southwestern Students Win the Young Invincibles’ Voter Action Plan Contest
Promoting civic participation, the campus plan wins the top spot among entries submitted by four-year colleges.
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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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Final Beam Ceremony
Watch special moments from the Final Beam Ceremony including: Jack Garey signing the final beam and a bird’s eye view of the construction.
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Southwestern University Tops the List of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges in Texas
Southwestern climbs the ranks in the U.S. News and World Report’s 2019 college guide.
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The Bright Light Social Hour Performs at Pirate Parrrty!
The award-winning band, founded by SU alumni Curtis Roush ’05 and Jackie O’Brien ’07, returns to campus for a performance hosted by FNL Presents.
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Southwestern Alum and Math Faculty Win Prizes for Coauthored Paper
Robert Lehr ’15 and Professor of Mathematics Fumiko Futamura receive the Carl B. Allendoerfer Award
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Why major in anthropology or sociology? Internship experiences!
Madeline Carrola ’19 interns with Congressman Lloyd Doggett’s San Antonio District Office this past summer.
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The Captain Urges SU Pirates to Get out to Vote
Southwestern students premiere their entry for the Texas Voting Summit video contest.
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Washington Monthly Again Ranks Southwestern the #1 Liberal Arts College in Texas
SU is recognized for “contribution to the public good” by current students and alumni.
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Southwestern Students, Faculty, and Staff Can Now Ride GoGeo for Free
SU Pirates who don’t have personal transportation or prefer environmentally friendly options can explore downtown Georgetown.
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Robertson Center Receives a Face-Lift
SU renovates the weight room, upgrades the athletic track, and installs new weight and cardio equipment.
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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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Incoming First-Year Student Promotes Clothing Drive for Children with Chronic Illnesses
Cami Eagle of Beautifully Loved hopes to alleviate the back-to-school anxiety of students coping with pediatric cancer.
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Southwestern Education Major Wins TASPA Scholarship
Quincy Holland ’19 is the nineteenth recipient from SU to earn the Texas Association of School Personnel Administrators
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Tips on How to Make the Most of Your First Year at SU
Current students have come together to give advice to first-years on everything from academic success and navigating extracurricular activities to managing your social life and maintaining your health.
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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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Southwestern Recognized as One of the Best 384 Colleges by Princeton Review
SU is touted for career services, return on investment, sustainability, and student engagement.
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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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The Working Artists of New York City
Sam Russek ’19 describes his time in New York City interning with the Awards Department of PEN America and Bloomsbury Publishing, mingling with working writers, and taking in all the Big Apple has to offer.
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Gearing up for College Move-In Day
Is it too early to start planning for college move-in day? No. But don’t panic! Here’s some savvy advice for students—and their families—on how to prepare.
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Southwestern Rolls out the Welcome Mat for New Families
Parent Leadership Gift Council members and fellow parent volunteers warmly welcome new students and their families to Southwestern at send-off parties across the state.
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Southwestern University Featured in Fiske Guide to Colleges 2019
SU makes the annual list of “the best and most interesting” four-year colleges and universities.
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Forty & Oh
Dr. Munt compiled a record of 554–301 during her 20-year career as SU’s women’s volleyball coach. What began as an entry-level coaching position has blossomed into a nationally recognized career including induction into the NAIA Hall of Fame.
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Southwestern Alumnus Nominated for a 2018 Primetime Emmy
Andrew Mendelson, SU ’96, scores another Emmy nod, this time for his work on Full Frontal with Samantha Bee.
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My Summer in D.C.
Conner Joyce ’19 spends his summer interning with the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs in Washington, D.C.
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My Summer in New Mexico
While other students are enjoying the pool this summer, Courtney King ’20 headed to New Mexico to hone her event planning skills with an internship at Floriography Flowers.
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Psychology Professor and SU Alumni Research Perceptions of Sexting
Newsweek and Refinery29 write articles highlighting Dr. Traci Giuliano’s new research.
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Southwestern’s New Website Named Gold Winner in 2018 CASE Circle of Excellence Awards
Innovative design receives international recognition from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education.
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Spurs Up! Giving Southwestern Scholarships
For Jack Lyons ’75, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s support for education is much more than a mission statement.
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Unique Paideia Curriculum
Southwestern’s unique Paideia curriculum challenges our students to think, create, and connect in ways they never thought possible.
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Great SUmmer Reads
Sit back & relax with one these SUmmer reads featuring recommendations from Southwestern faculty & staff.
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From Southwestern to the Supreme Court
SU student Laura Rativa ’21 has her sights set on becoming a U.S. Supreme Court justice.
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Alumna Researches the Screening of Hepatitis C in Babies
Alumna Dr. Catherine Chappell ’03 finds that fewer than a third of infants exposed to hepatitis C are later screened to monitor and treat the potentially fatal virus.
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Austin Named Best Place to Live in the U.S.
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Signed, Sealed, Graduated: Our Southwestern Experience
New Southwestern alumnae Angelica Grayson ’18 addressed her peers at Saturday’s commencement ceremony. She spoke on the Southwestern experience, the value of her liberal arts education and not letting moments pass you by.
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Four King Creativity Fund Projects Supported By Computer Science
Computer Science and Computational Math students used King Creativity Funds to create a facial recognition robot, mine cryptocurrency for charity, create an automated medication dispenser, and count bacteria on petri dishes
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Southwestern Honors Graduating Seniors at the Multicultural Recognition Ceremony
The Multicultural Recognition Ceremony recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of students that have been advocates, leaders and champions for diversity and social justice at Southwestern University for numerous years.
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What’s your favorite Southwestern memory?
As the 2017-2018 academic year comes to an end, Southwestern students reflect on their favorite Southwestern memories.
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Larrieu Smith steps down as Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach
Longtime Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field Coach Francie Larrieu Smith announced her retirement Wednesday after 20 years at Southwestern.
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President Edward Burger Featured in Austin-American Statesman
Dr. Burger talks Paideia, creating agile thinkers, and reinventing higher education.
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President Edward Burger Addresses the Fulbright Education Forum in Athens, Greece
Dr. Burger shared the importance of having practices of effective thinking intentionally incorporated in Southwestern’s courses in his keynote address at the Fulbright Education Forum.
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Southwestern Music Professor to be Honored by Austin Mayor Steve Adler
Assistant Professor of Music Hai Zheng Olefsky will be honored with special proclamation on May 10 for her contribution to the Austin community.
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Professor of Religion Dr. Laura Hobgood’s Book “A Dog’s History of the World” Featured in Psychology Today
Dr. Hobgood was recently interviewed in an article on her 2014 book A Dog’s History of the World: Canines and the Domestication of Humans.
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Southwestern University Receives Largest Single Private Gift in its History
Southwestern Life Trustee Jack Garey, with honor to his late wife Camille Garey, has given $15,000,000 to Southwestern University in support of academic programming, scholarships and high-impact experiences.
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Thomas Delahunt Named Vice President for Strategic Recruitment and Enrollment
Delahunt is a highly respected leader with a track record of success in attracting talented students with diverse backgrounds, while increasing enrollment, diversity, academic profile, and net tuition revenue at every institution he’s worked for throughout his career.
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Why Waste Your Time With a “Throw-Away” Degree
How a Classics degree helped one SU alumnus gain acceptance into highly competitive T14 law schools.
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EPA Recognizes Southwestern University As 2017-18 College and University Green Power Conference Champion
Southwestern University beat our conference rivals by using more than 18 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green power, representing 100 percent of the school’s annual electricity use.
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Southwestern Golf Sweeps SCAC Tournament
Pirate Golf wins both men and women’s SCAC Golf Championship.
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6 Reasons You Should Choose SU
Deciding where you should attend college? There are a lot of reasons to choose Southwestern University, but here are 6 characteristics most students point to as reasons SU should be your top choice.
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Alumna heads to MIT for graduate study in city planning
A biology and environmental studies graduate, Vanessa Toro Barragan ’12 seeks to tackle climate change at the intersections of science and social justice. The flexible and interdisciplinary Master in City Planning (MCP) program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will allow her to do just that.
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Natalie DeCesare SU ‘19 Honored as a 2018 Newman Civic Fellow
The Newman Civic Fellowship “recognizes and supports community-committed students who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country.”
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Dr. Sheppard’s Last Stand
Dr. Kenny Sheppard, who is retiring after 44 years at Southwestern, will conduct his final chorale concert at the Alma Thomas Theatre on Saturday, April 28.
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19th Annual Research & Creative Works Symposium
Southwestern University celebrated the work of students and faculty at the 19 th annual Research & Creative Works Symposium on Tuesday, April 10.
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Southwestern Featured in Smithsonian Magazine
A recent Smithsonian article, “ Is a Texas Town the Future of Renewable Energy?” wonderfully highlighted our city’s and Southwestern’s commitment to sustainability.
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Learn More About Academics at SU
A ssociate Professor of Mathematics Dr. Fumiko Futamura recently sat down to chat with SU seniors Mauro Garcia and JT Marek to during a Facebook Live event. Watch the video.
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Bear Hands and Migrant Kids to Perform at Southwestern
April 20th SU students are invited to a FREE concert at Bishops Lounge. Enjoy pizza, sno cones, yard games, and live music!
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New Sumners Scholars Announced
Four current Southwestern students receive prestigious Hatton W. Sumners Scholarships in 2018.
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Spring Breakaway 2018
Three groups of SU students traveled to communities across the country to engage in direct service and learn about complex social justice issues.
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The Opportunity to be President, Captain, and a Pop-Up Book Designer
Emilie Moeller ’18 shares how her time at Southwestern transformed her from a shy Unicorn Handler to a confident sorority president and tennis team captain.
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A “Typical” Friday Night at Southwestern is Anything but Typical
To give you a glimpse into one student’s recent Friday night, Keyshaan Castle ’20 , takes us behind the scenes of a blacklight dodgeball tournament, hosted by Zeta Tau Alpha and SIRA .
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Georgetown Featured in April Issue of Texas Monthly
The article, Hip to Be Square highlights the blending of our historic past with new local favorites. The examples help describe why “Georgetown has become a destination while still retaining its small-town character.”
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Insider’s Look into the Internship & Career Fair
Parker Rankin ’18 gives us an insider’s look at the Office of Career Services’ Internship and Career Fair.
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Happy Pi Day Pirates!
No matter what you accomplish today, remember “dπ/dt=0” means “Once a Pi-rate, always a Pi-rate.”
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Southwestern Professor of Psychology Dr. Fay Guarraci Led Students in Groundbreaking Research Regarding the Effects of Ketamine on Sexual Behavior in Female Rats
This particular project provided a great experience for students to work in a lab setting, conducting research side-by-side with an expert in the field. What an amazing opportunity for undergraduate students.
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SXSW Tips for First-Timers
There are so many things to do and acts to see at SXSW that it can be overwhelming. Relax. To help, we’ve created a list of helpful info and tips for first-timers.
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My Time Across The Pond
Southwestern senior Parker Rankin details his adventure while studying abroad and completing an internship in London.
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Texas Independence Day
Southwestern’s Special Collections shares an audio recording of Senator John G. Tower reading William Barrett Travis’ last letter from the Alamo.
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Cover of Japanese Politics and Government Has Special Meaning to its Author, Southwestern University Dean of the Faculty Dr. Alisa Gaunder
For the cover of her latest book, she chose a beautiful picture of the National Diet Building in Tokyo. It is a gorgeous and classic shot that represents the contents of the book, but there is personal meaning as well.
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There’s Something About Mary
Tom Morin ’94 honors his former professor by creating The Mary Visser High Impact Experiences Endowed Fund.
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How to Have a Perfect Day in Georgetown, TX
Planning a visit to Southwestern? Check out other fun things to do in Georgetown while you’re here.
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Choose Your Southwestern Challenge
Each student’s Southwestern Experience is unique and defined by many interests. Now, the choice is yours. You can make any size gift to support what matters to you most.
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Associate Professor Allison Miller Discusses Theft of Ancient Terracotta Army Statue
Associate Professor of Art History Allison Miller speaks with CGTN America on the theft of part of an ancient terracotta army statue worth millions.
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Mattie Kotzur ’16 Combines Two of her Passions as Music Teacher at Ford Elementary in Georgetown
Whether she’s teaching second graders about Mozart or showing fourth graders the correct way to hold a recorder, Kotzur approaches each day with positivity, determination and joy.
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The Wonders of Chocolate
Professor of Biology and chocolate expert Romi Burks talks chocolate with Bloomberg Radio.
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Southwestern Sweethearts
Comedian Bill Engvall ’79 and his wife Gail ’83 share their Southwestern Sweetheart story.
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Southwestern Alumnus Ernesto Nieto ‘64, President and Founder of the National Hispanic Institute, Dedicated to Creating Sustainable Leadership Experiences in the Hispanic Community
Nieto’s leadership, dedication and devotion to his community and family are inspiring and motivational.
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The Princeton Review Ranks Southwestern University No. 3 in the Nation on its “Best Schools for Making an Impact” List
Southwestern is the only school in Texas included on the list, moving from no. 11 last year to take the no. 3 spot this year.
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Jerry Pate Honored with the Martha Diaz Hurtado College Town Award
The distinguished award was presented at The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce 2018 Annual Banquet on Friday, January 26th.
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Start Ups
The ability to conceive, create, launch, and nurture a new venture is a monumental achievement. Thanks in part to their Southwestern Experience, these four alumni have done just that.
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Olympic Core
Southwestern University Cross Country and Track and Field Coach Francie Larrieu Smith talks about her time as an Olympian.
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Happy Birthday Southwestern!
Southwestern University celebrates the 178th anniversary of its original charter.
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Living the Glamorous Life
Three Southwestern students transform their residence hall rooms into fascinating home away from homes.
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Southwestern Officially Breaks Ground on Phase II of Fondren-Jones Science Center
On February 2, 2018, Southwestern University officially broke ground on the second phase of a $37 million-dollar expansion to the Fondren-Jones Science Center. The project is expected to be completed and ready to welcome students in the fall of 2019.
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2017 President’s Report
Southwestern University continues to embrace the future of higher education.
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2018 Mundy Awards for Exemplary Service Honors Four Southwestern Faculty and Staff Members
32 Southwestern staff members were also recognized for their years
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SU Student Cameron Henkel ‘21 Wins National Design Contest, Exhibits His Smart Medication Dispenser at CES Conference in Las Vegas
Inspired by his late great-grandmother, Cameron hopes his design will “help people lead independent lives while providing reassurance to their caretakers and loved ones.”
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Miesse, Light honored as Fay Vincent Sr. Sportsmanship Award winners
The Fay Vincent, Sr. Sportsmanship Award was established by Southwestern University Board of Visitors member and former Commissioner of Major League Baseball Fay Vincent, Jr., in honor of his father, a former Yale football and baseball captain and National Football League referee.
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Southwestern Announces Dr. Sybil Jordan Hampton as 2018 Commencement Speaker
Southwestern University President Edward Burger announced this week that Dr. Sybil Jordan Hampton will speak at the 2018 Commencement Ceremony on May 12.
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Mary Miller, Sterling Professor of the History of Art at Yale University, Will Present “Were They Enslaved? Maya Figurines from Jaina and Beyond” at Southwestern
Phi Beta Kappa’s Visitng Scholar Program welcomes Dr. Miller to campus Feb. 1.
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Rendon Explains Her Love of Playing Piano and Southwestern
“The professors take the time to really get to know you. They not only care about your academic success, but they’re genuinely interested in you as a person.” - Maureen Rendon ’21
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Southwestern Featured in Austin-American Statesman
Southwestern featured in Austin-American Statesman after hosting civil rights activist Dolores Huerta on campus Jan. 18.
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The Roy and Margaret Shilling Lecture Series - A Signature Southwestern Event for Nearly Two Decades
The Shilling series showcases internationally prominent speakers on topics relating to ethics, public service and public policy. This year’s speaker is renowned social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, one of the world’s leading experts on the intuitive foundations of morality.
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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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Southwestern University Recommended in Princeton Review Book, “Colleges That Pay You Back: 2018 Edition”
Southwestern University is one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking a superb education with great career preparation and at an affordable price according to The Princeton Review ® .
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New SU Kinesiology Professor Dr. Edward Merritt’s Research Focuses on Helping Trauma & Burn Victims Regain Muscle Functionality
When most people think of kinesiology they think of exercise studies or improving athletic performance. But as with most academic disciplines, there are often lesser-known areas that can lead to interesting and rewarding career paths as well.
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Professor Thomas Howe to Present “Strolling with Power: Excavation and Publication of the Ancient Roman Garden of the Villa Arianna Stabiae” at Southwestern January 17
Howe, Professor of Art and Art History and chair of Art History, will present on his experience of ten years of excavation and study at the largest, best well-preserved Roman garden ever discovered.
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6 Tips to Help you Narrow Your College Short List
Narrowing down your college short list is not easy. Here are six tips to help.
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Hands-on Learning
Alumnus Jacob Schrum ’06, Assistant Professor of Computer Science, reflects on his time as a student at SU, what it’s like to be on the other side of the desk, and chimes in with his thoughts on Artificial Intelligence. Spoiler alert: we’re not doomed.
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Southwestern Welcomes Civil Rights Legend Dolores Huerta to Campus
Dolores Huerta is an activist and labor leader who has dedicated her life to fighting discrimination and improving social and economic conditions for farm workers, immigrants and women.
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SU Alumnus Aaron Jimenez ’13 Redefines Latinx Media with Digital Startup Latinx Spaces
As with many new ventures, the concept for digital media startup Latinx Spaces developed from an unfulfilled need in the marketplace.
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New Year Message from President Burger
Whether or not you believe in making resolutions, now is the perfect time to revisit and review your personal, academic, or professional goals.
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Southwestern lands on Kiplinger’s 2018 “Best College Values” Rankings
Southwestern University is one of 300 colleges and universities to make the list.
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Happy Holidays, Pirates!
Wishing the entire Southwestern University community a wonderful winter vacation filled with laughter, friends, family, and plenty of holiday joy.
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President Burger to Present 5 Elements of Effective Thinking at SXSW EDU® Conference & Festival
SXSW EDU attracts educators with a shared goal of impacting the future of teaching and learning.
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Karen Hanson-Flowers ’75, Distinguished Southwestern Service
Karen Hanson-Flowers ’75 is one of those inspiring people whose many accomplishments, successes, and commitments beg the simple question: how does she do it? In addition to her impressive day job as the Senior Vice President of Contract Administration and Human Resources at Alpheus Communications, Hanson-Flowers also finds time to be a member of The Junior League of Houston, to serve on the Board of The Women’s Resource Center of Greater Houston, and also on the Board of Visitors of Southwestern University.
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Lawrence Kern ’01, Distinguished Humanitarian
Lawrence Kern ’01 believes the transformative power of artistic expression is something that people of all cognitive and developmental abilities should have access to. Since 2010, he has served as a teaching artist for individuals with disabilities, and is a proud co-founder of A.B.L.E. (Artists Breaking Limits and Expectations) which offers performing arts experiences for individuals with developmental differences. With each performance, these young actors develop a new depth of emotional understanding, new carefulness and confidence in their verbal communication, new belief in their ability to have an impact on other people, and a new belief that they have something valuable to say in the world.
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Stephen Foster ’09, Distinguished Young Alumnus
With all that Stephen Foster ’09 has accomplished since his graduation from Southwestern University just eight years ago, it’s clear he is a talented computer scientist. But what is most remarkable about Dr. Foster, is his passion for sharing those talents with the next generation of coders.
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Cile Spelce Elley ’91, Distinguished Professional
For 25 years, Cile Spelce Elley ’91 has carefully assessed people, culture, and information as an award-winning journalist and documentarian. She began her career as a Cub reporter before working her way up to become a star on-camera field reporter, and then a major-market TV news anchor. Since co-founding her own media company, Elley has created, written, produced real-life stories for all types of media, including the nationally-acclaimed documentary television series Friday Night Tykes, currently in its fourth season.
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Dr. Traci Giuliano, Ms. Homecoming
For the past 23 years, Traci Giuliano has held the title of Professor of Psychology at Southwestern University. But in truth, she is so much more than a professor to her students. Mentor, supporter, confidant, counselor, friend—all of these words are used to describe her.
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Robert H. Simpson ’32, Medal of Honor
With his pioneering efforts into hurricane research, meteorologist Robert “Bob” Simpson ’32 did more than earn a place in history. His legacy is an ongoing one that still impacts the way storms are tracked and categorized. Dr. Simpson is the co-founder of the Saffir–Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, with its well-known one through five categories. He was also instrumental in the advancement of surge forecasting models to issue urgent warnings that have saved hundreds of lives through the years, and continue to do so today.
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President Edward Burger Featured in Houston Chronicle
President Burger shares his vision for education and Southwestern in an interview with the Houston Chronicle
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A Meaningful Southwestern Tradition: The President’s Table Dinner
This unique tradition has become a rite of passage for SU seniors.
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Southwestern University to Host Screening of Documentary “Never Give Up! Minoru Yasui and the Fight for Justice”
The film examines Yasui’s challenge of military orders that led to the forced removal from the West Coast of over 120,000 Japanese Americans 75 years ago and his ongoing fight for justice.
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SU to host an NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championship Regional
Southwestern is set to play Whittier Friday at 8 p.m.
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Believe - The Southwestern Experience
The Southwestern Experience is like no other. Your days here will be busy, challenging, stimulating and rewarding – but never boring!
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Southwestern Professors Effectively Handle Conflict In the Classroom
An article in today’s New York Times, “In a Volatile Climate on Campus, Professors Teach on Tenterhooks ,” discusses the politically charged climate on college campuses and specific ways faculty prepare for and handle conflict in the classroom.
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Southwestern’s New Logo: Focused on the Future While Honoring the Past
Southwestern’s updated logo introduced as part of a full identity rebranding effort.
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Southwestern Dining Services Strives to Increase Sustainablity
SU Dining Services has introduced various measures in it’s operations that serve to preserve and protect the environment
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Southwestern Goes LED
As Southwestern University begins to focus on improving its carbon footprint, faculty and students join together to research alternative energy resources and the fast pace technological world of lighting. Using Heather Hall as a research laboratory, the LED group is slowly developing a energy conservation plan for theatrical environments on campus and creating a course to further study “going green.”
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Southwestern Celebrated Charline & Red McCombs with a Joint Birthday Celebration on Campus October 12
Texas businessman, philanthropist and sports enthusiast Red McCombs turned 90 this month.
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TREIA & Southwestern’s Environmental Studies Program to Host Film Screening of Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power on Campus October 22
Southwestern’s Environmental Studies Program, in conjunction with The Texas Renewable Energy Industries Alliance (TREIA), will host a film screening of Al Gore’s An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Poweron campus October 22.
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Sustainability Begins with “SU”
Evidence of the school’s eco-minded efforts are visible in every corner of campus, from the solar panels on Heather Hall to the water bottle refill stations, rainwater collection barrels, single stream recycling, and much more.
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Chelsey Clammer, SU ‘05, Releases New Book, Circadian, Winner of the Red Hen Press Nonfiction Manuscript Award
“I take a different approach to storytelling, and I wouldn’t be where I am today if it weren’t for the critical thinking skills I learned at Southwestern.” - Chelsey Clammer ’05
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Noor Tagouri, a first-generation Libyan American, Journalist and Activist to Present Breaking Barriers Through Storytelling at Southwestern
Noor’s presentation, Breaking Barriers Through Storytelling, shares a universally powerful message of acceptance and embracing individuality in a multicultural society.
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Southwestern President Announces 2017 Thinking Symposium Speakers
Annual symposium brings alumni, powerful leaders to campus.
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Southwestern to Celebrate Charline & Red McCombs with a Joint Birthday Celebration on Campus October 12
Red McCombs, the larger than life Texas businessman, philanthropist and sports enthusiast turns 90 this month.
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Saturday Night Live Internship Leads to Position as Production Assistant for Southwestern Alum
Hailee Williams, SU ’17, describes New York Arts Program internship as an “amazing experience.”
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Gilman Scholarship Winner Studying Abroad in Morocco
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Winner Dakota Cortez,’19, studying Migration and Transnational Identity in Morocco.
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Dubai Summer Internship for Tech Startup Provides Memorable Experience
Aiden Steinle, SU ’20, interned for tech startup Wandafi in Dubai over the summer
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SU Professor Mark Bottorff Traveled to Wyoming to Experience “Sublime, Metaphysical” Total Solar Eclipse
The recent total solar eclipse generated plenty of excitement across the entire country, but for Bottorff the event was much more than an excuse to wear funny glasses.
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Southwestern’s 2017 Borderlands Symposium on Contemporary Borderlands Culture and Literature to Feature Award-Winning Educator and Author Dr. Norma Elia Cantú
Southwestern to host second annual Borderlands Symposium Thursday, Sept. 28th.
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Southwestern University Ranks in Top 100 Best National Liberal Arts Colleges
Southwestern University ranks among the 100 Best National Liberal Arts Colleges and Number 5 Best College for Veterans by U.S. News and World Report
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Georgetown Utility Systems Presents Check to Southwestern University
Payment Awarded for Participation in ERCOT’s Demand Response Program
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Southwestern Senior Returns from Second Summer at NIST
Sometimes being a known entity is the best way to land a job.
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#DecYourDigs Room Decorating Contest
#DecYourDigs gives SU students the opportunity to showcase their awesome residence hall rooms and win cool prizes!
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Undergraduate STEM Research Provides Valuable Experience
SCOPE summer research projects teach patience, persistence and effective failure
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Southwestern Declared One of the Best 382 Colleges by Princeton Review
University highlighted for value, sustainability and career services.
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Hatton W. Sumners Scholars Program Recognizes Top Achievers
Southwestern checks in with Sumner Scholars including recent grads, rising seniors and the newest class of scholars
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Southwestern adds Animal Studies, Data Science, Health Studies and International Studies minors
Four new minors to begin in Fall 2017
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Updated Admissions Policy Saves Prospective Students Time and Money
SU applicants will no longer be required to submit test scores via testing agency
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Southwestern University SCOPE Scholars Launch Ozonesondes on Weather Balloons
Three Southwestern University students recently learned to launch instruments on weather balloons that measure the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere.
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Southwestern University Included in Fiske Guide to Colleges 2018
Southwestern is among an elite group of colleges and universities to make the list.
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Georgetown’s New Bus System GoGeo to Begin Service in August
GoGeo will have two stops near the Southwestern campus, which will help students, faculty and staff that don’t have cars or prefer the convenience and benefits of utilizing public transportation.
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SU Student Presented His Startup at DivInc’s Demo Day
Southwestern student Donté Houston pitched his startup Voya to investors at DivInc’s Demo Day on June 29th.
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Mattie Cryer, SU ’17, Selected as Fulbright Recipient
Southwestern graduate named Southwestern’s 18th Fulbright recipient in 18 years.
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SU Professor and Bob Dylan Expert David Gaines Traveled to Sweden for Nobel Week
David Gaines shares his “once-in-a-lifetime” experience in Sweden when Bob Dylan awarded the Nobel Laureate in Literature.
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Southwestern’s Theatre Department Prospers With New Approaches to Recruitment and Retention
Theatre Department takes deliberate steps to deepen and broaden students’ knowledge of theatre studies while making the degree even more relevant in the outside world.
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SU Magazine Features the Latina History Project
Southwestern’s Latina History Project provides context through connections.
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SU Scholar Athletes Succeed Both On and Off the Field
Blood, Sweat, and Milk. Southwestern Football affirms the maxim that success lies in the details.
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EPA Recognizes Southwestern University as a Green Power Champion
Southwestern University wins with green power.
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House of Cards Actress Suzanne Savoy to Perform One-Woman Show at Southwestern University
Southwestern University to host Suzanne Savoy as she performs “Je Christine: A Medieval Woman In Her Own Words” on Monday, April 24, at 5 p.m.
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Southwestern Professor Joseph Hower Receives National Endowment for Humanities Stipend for New Book
Historian will use $6000 award to fund research trips and writing this summer.
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Southwestern Launches Social Media Ambassador Program
Help generate positive buzz about SU by becoming a Social Media Ambassador.
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Alexandria Colurciello, Class of 2017, Represents Southwestern at Undergraduate Research Showcase at the Capitol
Senior’s work in public policy exemplifies SU student-led research.
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Four Receive Sumners Scholarships
Four Southwestern students have been selected to receive Hatton W. Sumners Scholarships beginning in fall 2017.
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The Princeton Review Ranks Southwestern University No. 11 in the Nation on its “Best Schools for Making an Impact” List
Southwestern is the only university in Texas to make the list.
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The Princeton Review Names Southwestern University a Top “College That Pays You Back”
Southwestern University is featured in the 2017 edition of The Princeton Review’s Colleges That Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck.
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Fountainwood Observatory Public Nights Return for Spring 2017
This semester’s lineup includes a sunset movie series.
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Southwestern University President Joins CIC Board of Directors
President Edward Burger is elected to serve a three-year term on the Council of Independent Colleges Board of Directors.
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Southwestern Alumna Becomes Orbital Debris Scientist at NASA
Alumna uses computational modeling of “space trash” to keep astronauts, satellites, and the international space station safe.
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Seven Southwestern Faculty Members Awarded Prestigious Sam Taylor Fellowship Grant
Grants ranging from $1,100 to $1,830 will allow faculty to pursue graduate study or postgraduate research.
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Living the Glamorous Life
Three southwestern students transform their residence hall rooms into fascinating homes away from home.
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President Burger’s Article “Why Teachers Must Nurture Curiosity And Confidence To Inspire Students” Featured on Huffington Post
Educators have a responsibility to insure that students’ natural curiosity and confidence are nurtured and encouraged through their curricula, not despite their curricula.
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Southwestern Senior Gains Rare Undergraduate Experience at Menil Collection
Taylor Bailey changes career path from art therapy to art conservation, lands door-opening summer internship opportunity through Southwestern connection.
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Southwestern English Professor David Gaines Reflects on Bob Dylan’s Nobel Prize
English professor loves sharing his knowledge of Bob Dylan, and applauds Dylan’s Nobel Prize.
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Art and Political Science Major Recognized as One of 15 Emerging Artists with Disabilities
VSA, the international organization on arts and disability, selects Southwestern senior’s artwork for national traveling exhibition.
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Personalized Approach Ranks Southwestern’s Office of Career Services No. 12 in the Nation
Career Services offers a unique, one-on-one “Boutique Model” that keeps the office winning a myriad of awards, and leading students to successful careers.
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Southwestern Junior Researches Wireless Technology over Summer
Computational mathematics and physics double major spends summer developing ways to create 5G cellular technology at the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
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Kinesiology Students Investigate the Underwater Dolphin Kick
SCOPE students spend summer poolside researching the segmental and joint movements involved in dolphin kicking among various age groups.
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Startup Founded by Southwestern Alumnus Receives $750K NSF Grant
National Science Foundation awards Small Business Innovation Research grant to ThoughtSTEM for its LearnToMod technology, a Minecraft Modding software.
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Southwestern Senior Experiments with Lasers, Explores Exoplanets this Summer
Physics major is researching with lasers alongside nation’s top scientists at National Institute of Standards and Technology.
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Southwestern Student Awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Prestigious scholarship affords computer science major the opportunity to extend her stay abroad.
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“Captains Academy” to Help First-Generation Students Achieve Academic Success
Mentor program will hold monthly meetings, offer resources to guide first-generation students.
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Computer Science Majors Develop Artificial Intelligence for Video Games
SCOPE project focuses on developing intelligent agents using video games and creating visual patterns on a computer screen.
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Student Takes Life-Changing Trip to Africa, Climbs Mt. Kilimanjaro
Young Life’s Climb for Change program takes Southwestern senior to new heights.
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Students Investigate Possible Factors of Endometrial and Breast Cancer Progression
SCOPE participants study how a disruption in cell-to-cell connections could potentially lead to tumor metastasis.
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Students Research Antioxidant Levels in Growing Basil
SCOPE students grow, harvest basil to analyze antioxidant properties as plant matures.
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Alumna Gains Hands-on Experience at the Library of Congress
Prestigious internship affords 2016 graduate rare opportunity to work with historical objects.
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Southwestern’s Special Collections Receives Reed Papers as Gift
Rare Texas papers of Michael Reed, named “Patriarch of the Robertson Colony” by Malcolm McLean, finds new home in Special Collections.
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Southwestern Chorale Takes France
Southwestern student Alison MacAluso details her Spring Break trip to France with the Southwestern Chorale.
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Cupcake Wars to END7 Saves Thousands of Lives in 2016
HEAT hosts second annual Cupcake Wars to raise money and awareness for END7.
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Southwestern Students Create Energy Efficient Water Recycling System
Southwestern physics majors use energy efficient water recycling to protect Fountainwood Observatory equipment from Texas heat.
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Transfer Student Receives First Southwestern S-STEM Scholarship
Math major and transfer student, Tilea West, is awarded S-STEM scholarship and will serve as a campus ambassador and STEM leader.
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Gaines’ In Dylan Town Arrives!
David Gaines’ study, In Dylan Town: A Fan’s Life, has just been released by Iowa University Press. T.C. Boyle, author of The Harder They Come, writes “[In Dylan Town is a] life within a life. David Gaines’s portrait of one of our great artists is at once an appreciation, an assimilation, and a stirring memoir of a very fine writer so very deeply touched by another.”
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Faculty Focus: Dr. Stacie Brown & Inquiry-Based Learning
Director of First Year Lab to partner with national project to examine anti-biotic resistance
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Inaugural Awardee for Leading-edge Innovation & Leadership
Southwestern University Graduate Wins Inaugural NCWIT Collegiate Award
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Southwestern Student Receives Teaching Assistantship in France for 2013-2014
Alejandra Benitez will spend the year teaching in Reims
