A Texas Wesleyan University - Office of Communications Publication

October 8, 2008

Automated Emergency Communications for Texas Wesleyan University Community

The implementation of the new Wesleyan Emergency Management System (WEMS) will provide accurate and timely information to the historic campus, law school and Burleson site during crisis situations, utilizing the latest in emergency notification technology. In the case of severe weather or a campus crisis, the University will utilize WEMS to alert students, faculty and staff of the nature of the emergency and of any steps the recipient should take to safeguard his or her personal welfare.

     Each student, faculty and staff member should report – and update as necessary – current local and home emergency contact numbers where Texas Wesleyan can most effectively provide the person time-sensitive emergency information; usually this will be a mobile phone or other handheld electronic device. All information submitted is confidential and secure. Use of this emergency contact information will be used for only the most urgent campus emergencies. 

     To begin, all are encouraged to log on to the WEMS web site to provide contact information. After registration, emergency information will be rapidly delivered to your phone or other handheld device if an emergency event is in progress or imminent. Depending on your individual communication plans, you may be charged for each WEMS notification.

Economic Summit at Texas Wesleyan on Oct. 10

Hosted by Congressman Michael C. Burgess (R-26), the Fourth Annual Renaissance Communities Economic Development Summit will be held Friday, Oct. 10, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the GPNA Building. The Summit is a continuing commitment to highlight the growth potential of East and Southeast Fort Worth, along with the Cities of Forest Hill and Everman.  This year's summit will feature open presentations on critical issues like Regional Transit services, pursuit of HOPE VI funding, and Small Business Growth and Retention. The goal is to foster constructive discussions among key community stakeholders, elected officials, and participating municipalities toward additional near-term community revitalization.  To realize the area's true potential, it is essential that residents, community leaders, community-based organizations, neighborhood associations and municipalities participate as permanent stakeholders and partners in fostering revitalization in this community. The Summit provides an opportunity to engage in continued relationships and coalitions to bring about interest and economic change in this sector.  For more information, please contact Congressman Burgess' Office at (817) 531-8454.

Alumni Medal Awards

The Texas Wesleyan University Alumni Association cordially invites you to attend the Medal Dinner Awards Ceremony at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at the Fort Worth Club. A reception begins at 6 p.m. This year's honorees include:

Tickets are $45 each. Please RSVP by Oct. 20 to 817-531-4404. No tickets will be mailed, but a check-in table will be located in the Bistro that evening. Seating is limited. For more information, please call 817-531-4404.

International Week, Oct. 13-17

Texas Wesleyan’s International Week 2008 celebration will be Oct. 13 -17 in various locations across campus. Students, staff, and faculty are invited to participate in any of the many events being offered during the week. Highlights include faculty presentations on broad-reaching subjects from cross cultural psychology to teacher education in India; fun events such as the Day of the Dead Spanish Open Mic, and Free Range Faculty (bringing the world back home). The highlight of the week is the always popular International Fair. A detailed schedule of events can be found on the International Week web site. For more information, contact Betsy Johnson, director of International Programs, at 817-531-4965 or ejohnson@txwes.edu.

Invitation to Participate in International Week

All faculty are invited to be "Free Range Faculty" during International Week. Participating faculty, identified by a button or name tag, will share one of their travel treasures. For example, you could wear a dive T-shirt from Costa Rica and, when asked, show a photo or tell a tale of an experience that is quintessentially of that area. Or, you could have a music recording on your cell phone and play it when asked. The Wesleyan community will be encouraged to ask identified Free Range Faculty about their travel treasures. If you're interested in participating, email your name and object, experience, or location to Terri Cummings by Friday, Oct. 10. Contact Terri at 817-531-5841 or tcummings@txwes.edu.

Gamma Sigma Sigma Hosts Movie Night: Fearless

Gamma Sigma Sigma will host a movie night at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, during International Week. The movie, Fearless, stars Jet Li and is in Mandarin with English subtitles. The event is free, including popcorn and soda, and open to the Wesleyan community.

Professional Development Seminar

The faculty of the Graduate Counseling Programs and the Graduate Student Counseling Organization will host a professional development seminar from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, in the Louella Baker Martin Pavilion. Learn how to start your own practice, how your theory affects the practice that you open, how to make money, and more! RSVP to Jessica Krizek at jkrizek@txwes.edu.

Upcoming Concerts: Brass Quintet and Jazz Combo Halloween Concert

Join Wesleyan Music for two exciting upcoming concerts. The Faculty Brass Quintet will perform its inaugural concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Martin Hall. The quintet consists of two current, full-time faculty members (Jerome Bierschenk, trumpet; and Bryan English, trombone), Wesleyan alumni, and professional musicians (Brian Standridge, BMEd '81, trumpet; Gerald Wood, horn; Vurl Bland, tuba.) The concert will consist of standard classical brass ensemble repertoire, and modern and jazz arrangements. This is the first of many performances for the ensemble. T he concert is free and open to the public.

     The Jazz Combo will perform its annual Halloween Concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, in Martin Hall. Directed by Bryan English, the Jazz Combo will perform an entire concert of beloved jazz standards. There will be several special musical guests throughout the haunted evening and a reception afterwards. Awards will be given for outstanding costumes. Families with children are welcome to attend this free concert. Call 817-531-4992 with any questions about either concert.

Third Annual Day of Leadership Development: “Challenges for Leaders in These Times”

Courage and Renewal North Texas will offer the third annual Day of Leadership Development on Tuesday, Oct. 21. "Challenges for Leaders in These Times" will feature Tom Beech, president and CEO of the Fetzer Institute, as well as panel dialogues with local leaders -  including Carlos Martinez, dean of the School of Education at Texas Wesleyan. The retreat program, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, will examine many questions, including how do we as leaders navigate with integrity, compassion and effectiveness? How do we influence the organizations, institutions, and communities we serve to do the same? The retreat costs $125 (including lunch), and CEUs for general, social work, and education will be available. For more information about the retreat, click here or call Margie Mann at 817-882-8222.

Staffing Changes, Hires in the Office of Advancement

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The Office of Advancement is pleased to announce a new hire and two staffing changes in order to better serve the University community, alumni and donors. Jeannie Conner has been promoted to associate director of advancement services and stewardship. DeAwna Wood has been promoted to assistant director of alumni relations. Both positions will report to Gina Phillips, director of development and alumni relations. Alumnus Jeffrey Rodriguez, BS '08, has been hired as prospect research assistant. The position of Director of Annual Giving has been posted.

Mathis Presents at National College Learning Center Annual Conference

Glynn Mathis, director of the Academic Resource Center (ARC), gave a presentation at the National College Learning Center's annual conference. The theme of this year's conference, held in Memphis, was "The Rhythm and Blues of Research and Practice." Mathis' presentation, "A Different Rhythm to Overcome Academic Blues," focused on how some students "have the blues" and dance out of rhythm all over campus trying to find the help they need. The multi-functional approach of centers like Texas Wesleyan's ARC - one location, four different services - gives a new rhythm and does away with the "blues" by meeting

the needs of students all at one location. Mathis pointed out in his presentation that most learning centers are tutoring-oriented, but Wesleyan's ARC offers tutoring, advising, placement testing/orientation, and career services.

Willson Lecture Series
The Willson Lecture Series has been scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009. Josh McDowell will be the speaker. During his 47 years of ministry, McDowell has written or co-written 108 books, including More Than a Carpenter which has been translated into more than 85 languages, and New Evidence That Demands a Verdict, which has been recognized by World Magazine as one of the century’s most influential books. He has been chosen for the Gold Medallion Book Award four times.

     Two events will be occurring that day. At noon there will be a luncheon for religion faculty, religion majors and area pastors. At 7 p.m., there will be the formal lecture in Martin Hall which is open to all. More information will be available as the date approaches. Call Gladys Childs, chaplain, at 817-531-4461 with any questions.

October Training Events with CETL

The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce upcoming training events. Seating is limited so please RSVP early. Some sessions will be provided online (as denoted); space for these sessions is unlimited. Click here to view the full schedule.

Alumna Publishes Op/Ed Article in Fort Worth Star-Telegram

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram published an editorial on Monday, Sept. 29, by alumna Deborah Norwood, BS '97, a teacher at Seguin High School. Norwood wrote about the importance of math in education: "Without math, there is no rocket science." Norwood wrote, "Mathematics needs to be viewed as a second language that uses symbols in place of words to convey meaningful expressions. It needs to be a language that transitions as effortlessly to the science classroom as does the written word from the English classroom to social studies. Like any second language, the earlier someone is exposed to the components of the new language, the easier it is to learn and to become fluent." Click here to read the full article.

Athletics Update

Volleyball

Texas Wesleyan University’s Rachel Daniel has been named Red River Athletic Conference Volleyball Hitter of the Week for the period of Sept. 29-Oct. 5. Daniel’s teammates Emily Millican and Katlynn Romig took Setter and Libero of the Week honors. Daniel, a sophomore middle blocker from Burleson, posted 21 kills in a 1-2 week for the Lady Rams. Millican, a freshman setter from Red Oak, averaged 8.5 assists per game as the Lady Rams battled through three matches. Romig, a freshman defender from Mansfield, accounted for 63 digs for Texas Wesleyan last week.

     The Lady Rams return home Friday, Oct. 17, to take on UT-Brownsville at 2 p.m. and Huston-Tillotson University at 6 p.m. at their RRAC Crossover Tournament.

Golf

Heading into Tuesday’s final round of competition, the Rams held onto ninth place to shoot a 299 at The Grand Canyon Invitational. The Rams, ranked 8th in Golf World/ Nike NAIA Coaches Poll, were led by Sophomore Stuart Martin. After the first round of competition, Martin led the Rams with a one-over 145 (75, 70) and was tied for 16th position. Drew Koonce (148) was tied for 32nd. Kevin Doskocil (151) shared 48th place. Armando Villarreal and Carlos Arenas (154) were both tied for 65th in the field of 90 golfers. 

     After the Rams ended the first round of competition in ninth place, Stuart Martin rose to a tie for 14th position at 217 for the tournament on Tuesday. Drew Koonce (224) tied for 29th. Kevin Doskocil (227) tied for 40th. Carlos Arenas (229) tied for 47th, and Armando Villarreal (232) shared a tie for 65th. The team will return to action Oct. 13-14 at the Sam Houston Invitational.

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