By Nadia GonzalesCommunity Relations Staff Writer About two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of speaking to BSA’s Promotions Coordinator, Eryka Thompson and BSA’s Parliamentarian, Johnna McClendon. Both of the ladies spoke to me about the purpose of BSA, what BSA typically does as an organization and some things they wanted the public and student body to know about the organization. Black Student Alliance (aka BSA) is an organization with […]
By Andrea MauWeb Content Contributor The Theatre Department is hosting a cans and coats drive for the Hays-Cadwell County Women’s Center (HCWC). The HCWC is a local organization that has been dedicated to women’s health and safety since 1973. This includes providing services such as emergency shelters, hospital access, and helplines for women and children in domestic violence situations. Amongst a pandemic, the circumstances of women to exit abusive relationships […]
By Piper BlakeWeb Content Manager Interview with Cortney Lebens Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to interview Cortney Lebens, the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Muy’Ono Hospitality and the lifestyle company, Live Large. Due to her success since graduation, Lebens has been chosen by the Texas State University Alumni Association as one of three Alumni Rising Stars. Cortney Lebens is CEO and Co-Founder of 2 major companies. Image […]
By Paige GreeneWeb Content Assistant Manager James Taylor graduated from Texas State University in 1981 with a bachelors degree in international studies. 39 years later, Taylor is receiving one of the Distinguished Alumni awards from Texas State University. “It’s a great honor and of course was not expected,” said Taylor. “I have a lot of great things to say about Texas State....and I was especially happy to remember those that […]
By Tiger ShiWeb Content Contributor This upcoming week, from Oct. 26 to Oct.30, is Homecoming week. It is a week of opportunity for alumni to reconnect with their alma mater. Last week, I had the honor and privilege of interviewing alumni Mr. Mark Estrada, Superintendent of Lockhart ISD. He attended Texas State and earned a bachelor’s degree in 2006 and a master’s degree in 2010. When Estrada first attended TXST, […]
By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Dr. Deborah Bergeron, known by her kiddos and close colleagues as “Dr. B,” is the current director of the Office of Head Start (OHS). Since the end of her time at Texas State, Dr. Bergeron has spent the last 30 years using her experience in education, as well as her leadership, to help and encourage young children in preparing for school. Within this time, she […]
By Andrea MauWeb Content Contributor September is Hispanic Heritage Month and Texas State will be hosting a series of events and workshops that are great opportunities to learn more about Hispanic mental health, artistry, migration, and complex identity mislabels. The previous topics will be presented by reputable and diverse guest speakers such as activist and artist Maximo Anguiano and from our own College of Education, Dr. Laura Rendon. The workshops […]
By Andrea MauWeb Content Contributor The Black Student Alliance is an organization at Texas State University focused on welcoming and supporting incoming black students. The organization has contributed to the growing diversity and inclusion initiatives on campus and is dedicated to monitoring and spreading knowledge on a variety of issues. I was able to interview Vice President Vanessa Thibodeaux to discuss the Black Student Alliance and how it has been […]
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