Events Calendar

Updated administrative and financial training sessions will be held in the West Library’s Orientation Room on Thursday, Oct. 11. The training will focus on purchasing cycles, payables, budget and expense transfers, reimbursements, initiator/approver overview, purchase orders, mail room procedures, Money Matters guide, receiving, requisitions, hiring, terminating, timesheets, and HR/payroll deadlines. Please RSVP to Lindsay Choice, by e-mail: lchoice@txwes.edu or by phone: 817-531-4447 to reserve a seat.

C. E. Hyde Weekend/Evening Program Launches Thirteenth Year at Texas Wesleyan

The C. E. Hyde Weekend / Evening Program has launched its thirteenth year at Wesleyan, serving 340 total students: 257 undergraduate, 83 graduate. The program is designed for students who may need alternative scheduling because of job, family commitments, and other life circumstances. These individuals need the flexibility of attending weekend, evening, and online classes in order to complete their degrees.

     A limited number of majors and one minor are specifically featured as weekend/evening degree completion programs: Liberal Studies, Paralegal Studies, Sociology/CRJ, and a minor in Business Administration. Classes meet seven alternate Saturdays or Sundays for four hours: 23 classes on Saturday, 2 classes on Sunday. Click here to learn more.

     Now is the time for schools and departments to schedule Weekend courses for Spring, Summer, Fall 2008. Advisors can pull Weekend classes on RamLink by entering the course extension or designating Sat./ Sun. classes Thanks to all students, faculty, deans, and staff for your support. If you have questions or suggestions, please contact Karen Hodges at 817-531-4928 or khodges@txwes.edu.

The Road Less Traveled Concert Series
The Christian radio station Power FM 89.7 and Texas Wesleyan University are joining together to present a Christian rock concert at 7:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, in Martin Hall. (Doors open at 6:45 p.m.) The evening will feature nationally known independent Christian recording artist Slingshot 57 with One Minute Halo and Eimi Hall. This event is open to all ages and denominations who would like to spend an evening worshipping God through music. Check out the artists' music at MySpace.com.

     Tickets $5 in advance or $7 at the door for general seating and $15 for VIP reserved seats. Tickets are available through the Texas Wesleyan University Bookstore or the Chaplain's Office (817-531-4461 or gchilds@ txwes.edu).

International Week Oct. 15-19
Texas Wesleyan University will host its annual International Week on Oct. 15-19. International Week is a tradition that has been enjoyed at Texas Wesleyan for many years and celebrates the unity in the diversity of cultures and traditions of other countries.There are 41 international students attending Texas Wesleyan University from 25 different countries. International Week is a way of recognizing the importance of international education and our international students, and it is also a fun way of helping our campus become more aware of other nations by participating in different cultural activities.

     Many of the free events range from fun activities such as Irish Dance lessons, Scottish Putting Challenge, Italian Ice Social and an international movie to more academic presentations by faculty and classes on Cross-Cultural Psychology, Population & Society, International Student Perspectives, and Open Microphone in Spanish. Also, a major focus will be placed on Study Abroad with last year’s program directors from Arts and Sciences showing their programs on Monday, directors from Education presenting their trips on Tuesday, and this year’s study abroad directors highlighting their trips on Wednesday.  The most popular event of the week is always the International Fair at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, where our international students showcase their cultures with displays and food from their countries. This year’s International Fair will be held in the Pavilion. SOAC, SGA, Student Life, West Library, Dora's Cafe, professors and staff all support this week, and we encourage all students to take advantage of the different activities that will broaden and enrich their lives. We look forward to sharing the world with you!  For more information, please call (817) 531-4965.

Trombone Recital

Bryan English, assistant professor of music, will present a trombone recital at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, in Martin Hall. English will be accompanied on the piano by Jessica Koebbe, adjunct piano instructor. The recital will feature several guest performers and a wide variety of music, including classical, jazz, and film score. Admission is free. Reception to follow in the Louella Baker Martin Pavilion.

Chapel Speakers in October

Chapel is held every Tuesday at 12:15 p.m. in the Chapel of Polytechnic United Methodist Church, followed by a free lunch. Everyone is invited to participate and hear the following speakers during the month of October: Oct. 9 - Vaughn Baker, pastor; Oct. 16 - Brian Young, pastor; Oct. 23 -Bryan Bellamy, college/youth pastor.

Successful Student Advising: Practical Tips and Strategies

Did you know that how well you advise your students has a direct – and significant – impact on their satisfaction with your program, your colleagues, and Texas Wesleyan as a whole? When it comes to advising, students today are very demanding - but not unreasonable. They evaluate the quality of the advising you provide based on certain factors and expectations. Find out what your students expect during advising and what they want in an advisor. 

Join Kathy Prater, director of the Freshman Academic Advising Center and associate professor of chemistry, at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, in Bragan Fellowship Hall for practical tips and proven strategies for success. Lunch will be provided for all in attendance. Please RSVP to Krista Hughes-Bailey at khughes@txwes.edu by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9.

Neeley Presents Paper at National Feminism(s) and Rhetoric(s) Conference
Stacia Dunn Neeley, associate professor of English, will attend the national Feminism(s) and Rhetoric(s) Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas, Oct. 4-7. She will present a paper exploring college students’ responses to feminism entitled “Well, That Depends on What You Mean by ‘Feminist’: Millenial Student Myopia and a Renewed Commitment to a Gendered Critical Pedagogy” and attend a meeting of the Coalition of Women Scholars in the History of Rhetoric and Composition. Neeley’s presentation is part of a collaboration with two TCU professors for a panel entitled “Are We Movin’ or Just Shakin’?: Strategies for Feminist Identification in Academia.”