Texas Wesleyan University Sees Record-High Enrollment

Texas Wesleyan University is enjoying record-high enrollment this fall with a total of 3333 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. The increase is roughly 4 percent over last fall’s total of 3202. The largest areas of growth came in the University’s graduate and doctoral programs.

Guitar Fort Worth and the Music Department at Texas Wesleyan Present Alumnus and Guitar Virtuoso Mark Appling

Guitar Fort Worth will open its sixth annual classical guitar series on the campus of Texas Wesleyan University at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, in Martin Hall. Mark Appling, guitar, is a 2007 alumnus of Texas Wesleyan and holds a Bachelor of Arts in music. His appearance is being sponsored jointly by Guitar Fort Worth and the University Music Department, under the banner of Texas Wesleyan's 4th Annual Alumni Invitational Recital.

Appling completed a master's degree from New England Conservatory this past spring as a student of world-renowned classical guitar master Eliot Fisk. He has been accepted into the doctoral program at the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester (New York), where he has been awarded a teaching assistantship. Appling has performed extensively both as a soloist and chamber musician.  He has also performed for many of the leading guitarists of our time, including Pepe Romero, Eliot Fisk, Eduardo Fernandez, Alfonso Moreno, David Tanenbaum and Bruce Holzman.  

     His program for the evening includes an enticing selection of pieces by Manuel Ponce, J. S. Bach, Joaquín Rodrigo, William Walton and Agustín Barrios. While admission will be charged to the general public (visit www.guitarfortworth.org for ticket information), there is no cost to any Texas Wesleyan student, faculty or staff member with a valid ID card. Martin Hall is located at 1309 Wesleyan St., Fort Worth. For more information, call Texas Wesleyan at 817-531-4992 or Guitar Fort Worth at 682-429-5482.

Reception Honoring Authors, Celebrating University Scholars: Proceedings of University College Day

All members of the University community are invited to a reception from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, honoring student and faculty authors and celebrating University Scholars: Proceedings of University College Day, published by the Texas Wesleyan University Press. The reception will be held in Lou's Pavilion. Copies of the proceedings will be on sale in both paperback ($20) and hardcover ($30). Refreshments will be provided by President Harold G. Jeffcoat. The 2008 contributors will be honored, and contributing authors for 2009 will be announced.

Rams Crack Top-25 for First Time

Theo Nabassi leads the Rams with five goals on the season.

The Texas Wesleyan University men’s soccer team won a pair of games last week to improve to 6-0 overall and break into the NAIA top-25 for the first time. The Rams moved from receiving votes to 24th in the latest coaches’ poll.

     At 6-0, the Rams are off to the best start in program history.  Last week they defeated then 6th ranked Oklahoma City University 2-1 and then took a rain soaked 1-0 win over Bethany College to remain undefeated.

     The most recent poll also marks the first time that both the men’s and women’s teams have been ranked at the same time. The Lady Rams dropped one spot to 22nd after a 1-1 week.

     Head coach Josh Gibbs, who coaches both the men’s and women’s team, commented on the dedication of his players. “The players have earned it,” Gibbs said.  “The coaching staff hasn’t changed anything, the players just committed to putting in the hard work which has led to good results.”

     Texas Wesleyan will return to action on Friday, when they travel to Chickasha, OK, to take on the University of Science & Arts (OK) who received votes in the latest poll with a 4-1 record. That game is scheduled for a 3 p.m. start. Get all the latest Wesleyan athletics news at www.ramsports.net.

Seasonal Flu Shots Available at Poly UMC Sept. 22

The seasonal flu shot will be available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, in Bragan Fellowship Hall at Polytechnic UMC. The shot will cost $20; Medicare and insurance are also accepted. Please note that this is for the regular seasonal flu; N1H1 vaccines (for swine flu) will be available later in the year.

Wesleyan Horse Club Meets

The first meeting to organize Wesleyan’s first Horse Club was held on Sept. 4. There were nine people present. Each person had a special horse story. Much discussion was had regarding each person’s experiences with horses and hopes for the club. Students, faculty, and staff were present.  Experience with horses ranged from very little to 30+ years of riding and training. 

     Most conversation at the meeting centered on how to learn about and promote the horse human bond.  The group discussed such activities as sponsoring horses at equine assisted therapy centers, trail rides, fundraising for rescue organizations, and demonstrations by training specialists on their special brand of training.  What everyone had in common was a basic interest in learning more about the positive impact horses have on a person’s life and how they can network with others to promote that bond.

     You do not need to have a horse to benefit from this new club. You just need to have an interest in learning more about horses and be a member of the Wesleyan community.  All students, staff and faculty are invited to come and be a part of this 'first-ever' club.

     The next meeting to continue forming this club and establishing a mission will be held from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, in the Nenetta  Burton Carter Building #112 (#22 on the campus map). Mark your calendars -

please plan on attending and bring a friend along for the ride!!  Feel free to forward this information to any prospective members. Contact Professor Kit Hall at khall@txwes.edu for further information.

Principals' Center at Texas Wesleyan to Hold Inaugural Event

The inaugural event for the newly established Principals' Center at Texas Wesleyan University will occur Sept. 24 and 25 with a panel discussion comprised of area superintendents and administrators, dialogue sessions, as well as a keynote address and workshop by Mike Schmoker, author of the book Results Now: How We Can Achieve Unprecedented Improvements in Teaching and Learning. The Principals' Center is a joint effort of Texas Wesleyan and leaders from the Fort Worth ISD. The Center, with the tagline of "Building leadership capacity for tomorrow - and today," plans to offer professional development for school leaders through networks, retreats, a wiki newsletter, and research agendas. School leaders may become involved by contacting Twyla Miranda at Texas Wesleyan or Marcia Formby with the Fort Worth ISD.

Transfer Students, Faculty, and Staff – Join the Mentorship Program

The Mentorship Program for the freshman and transfer students will begin this fall. Recent changes made to the program:

Study Abroad in India

Plan now for summer 2010 coursework and a proposed reflective travel opportunity in northern India with Carlos Martinez, dean of the School of Education; Twyla Miranda, professor of education, and Mark Hanshaw, assistant professor of comparative religious studies. Join them for an informational session from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, in the Library Orientation Room. Information will be given on the proposed itinerary, courses, projected costs, and deposit. The trip is being planned for July 1-14, 2010. The six hours tuition, fees and study abroad program fee will include airfare, accommodations, lodging, in-country transportation, transfers, insurance, hand-outs, lectures, museums and site fees. The proposed itinerary is scheduled to include visits/interviews with schools and personnel, university faculty, community leaders, historical and religious sites in New Delhi, Hardiwar, Agra, Varanasi, and other Northern India locations. The following courses have been proposed to be offered:

• Edu 7609.71 Culture and Communities

Celebrating 20 years at the School of Law
Mark your calendar to celebrate this milestone with the Texas Wesleyan School of Law.

New Member of Grants & Research; Office Move

The Office of Grants & Research is pleased to announce that Lynette Morones has joined its team in the position of Project Coordinator.  In her new role, Lynette will be providing support in the preparation of initial proposals, implementation of projects, and their subsequent evaluation reports. She will also be conducting research to identify potential funding sources for university grant requests.    

     Lynette started with Texas Wesleyan in 1999, when she worked as the secretary in the International Programs Office. She has served as President Harold Jeffcoat’s executive assistant since 2001. Given this change in Lynette’s position, please forward all requests pertaining to Dr. Jeffcoat and the President’s Office to Norma Vallejo.

     Additionally, the Grants & Research Office has relocated to the second floor of the Administration Building, in the former Communications Office suite. New contact information is below:

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