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The spring semester is in full swing! New Student Programs has been participating in many activities around campus and we are planning many more for this semester. Come by and see us in the Academic Success Center on the ground level of the library!

Transfer Advising and Registration Information
Summer & Fall 2012

Transfer students will need to meet with their advisors between March 26th and March 30th to decide which courses they will be taking for the summer and/or fall 2012 semesters. All sophomores and juniors are required to meet with their advisors to have the "Advisor Hold" removed off of their accounts. All seniors are also strongly encouraged to meet with their advisors as well, but there is not an advisor hold placed on the senior students' accounts. Once you have met with your advisor, you are encouraged to register online or in the registrar's office on the following days depending on your classification:

  1. April 2nd and 3rd – priority registration for seniors
  2. April 4th and 5th – priority registration for juniors
  3. April 6th and 9th – priority registration for sophomores
  4. April 2nd – 9th – Priority online registration for Summer I 2012
  5. April 10th- May 27th – Open online registration for Summer I 2012
Transfer Student Advisory Board (TSAB) – JOIN TODAY!

The mission of the TSAB is to serve as advocates for transfer students at Texas Wesleyan University and to form relationships with others. It is our hope that members of the TSAB can provide feedback, suggestions and assistance in recruiting, welcoming and supporting students as they transition into their new role as successful members of the Texas Wesleyan community!

We are currently taking membership applications. Membership is FREE! Stop by the Academic Success Center in the West Library to fill out an application!

"Like" TSAB on Facebook!

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Past and Upcoming Events with New Student Programs

Vale-Grams – New Student Programs will be selling Vale-Grams to anyone on campus that wants to buy something for someone special. You can purchase a Vale-Gram on February 6th, 7th and 8th between 12 and 3pm in the Academic Success Center for 25 cents each.

Spring Mentorship Luncheon - The spring Mentorship Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, February 14th in the Pavilion where we will be giving out prizes and eating a delicious meal! It isn't too late to submit your application if you are still interested in joining the Mentorship Program. Stop by the Academic Success Center to pick up the form or send it to Ali Atchison at agatchison@txwes.edu.

Keep your ears open and check our Facebook page for any future events coming up with New Student Programs throughout the semester.

Ram Parent Association

This is our third year to have a Ram Parent Association and it is going really well. We have approximately 140 student's families that have signed up for the organization. Ali Atchison is heading up the association and some upcoming/ongoing events taking place are listed below.

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Door Mat Fundraiser – Texas Wesleyan doormats are always available for purchase through the Parent Association. They cost $15 for members and $20 for non-members and are available in the Academic Success Center at any time. Come by and purchase a mat and show your support for Wesleyan!

Wesleyan Yard Signs – Ram Parent Association is selling Texas Wesleyan yard signs for $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Anyone who wishes to purchase a yard sign can come by the Academic Success Center and pick one up today!

Homecoming Tailgate Event – Join us at the basketball games in the Sid Richardson Gym Saturday, February 18 from 2:00-5:30. Come support your Rams and enjoy free food, fun activities and each student that attends receives a free Homecoming T-shirt!

Ram Parent Scholarship – Last year the Ram Parent Association gave away a $500 scholarship to two students of Ram Parent members. This year's scholarship will be awarded in Fall 2012 to a student of a Ram Parent member here at Wesleyan. The association has been participating in various types of fundraisers to raise money for the scholarship.

***If you think your parents would be interested in being involved in this organization or you would like for them to be involved, please contact Ali Atchison at 817.531.4923 or agatchison@txwes.edu.***

Academic Calendar

Click here to view the Academic Calendar

Some important dates that you may want to be aware of include:

  1. March 14th - Financial Aid Priority Application(s) Date
  2. March 12th - 16th – Spring Break. Campus will be closed
  3. Thursday, April 5th – Easter Break. Campus will be closed
  4. Friday, April 6th – Good Friday. Campus will be closed. The campus will re-open Monday, April 9th for classes.
  5. April 17th – Last day to drop a class
Staff Spotlight
Michael Greer – Academic Success Center
Michael Greer Position: Learning Specialist and Assistant Director of the Academic Success Center
Hometown: Fort Worth, TX
Favorite TV Show: Right now- GLEE, totally addicted
Favorite Food: Bagel and cream cheese
Favorite Sport: FOOTBALL!
Favorite Thing about Your Job: I get to watch students overcome obstacles and succeed.
What Makes the Texas Wesleyan Different From Other Universities: Small size, family feeling
Best advice for students: Don't ever be afraid to ask for help; none of us know it all.
Transfer Student Spotlight
Elena Hernandez- Junior, Political Science and Pre-Law Major
Michael Greer Describe yourself: I am an extremely friendly person who loves to talk to people! I try to be the best person that I can be and that to me means doing everything with good intentions.
Can't live without: Coffee, my cell phone and Spotify!
Favorite place at Texas Wesleyan: For some weird reason I love the Dan Waggoner building. I love the way the building looks and how traditional the style is.
Favorite hobby: Besides eating I love to read :)
Dream job: Being an attorney in a specific field where I can hopefully help people who really need it.
Tutoring Services and Schedule

Click here to find the Academic Success Center's hours and tutoring times.

Workshops

Various workshops are held during the Fall and Spring semesters of each academic year and can be found in various locations around the campus. Check out the website or The Center's news board for upcoming topics and dates.

Upcoming Career Fair

Career Services will be holding a career fair on Thursday, March 29, 2012 from 9am until 1pm in Sid Richardson Center (gym). For more information on employers that will be in attendance, the schedule, or other information, please see the Career Services' website.

Join New Student Programs on Facebook!

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Please "become a friend" of New Student Programs on Facebook by clicking on the picture above! All your questions and concerns can be answered there.

Academic Success Center Staff
Melody Bell Fowler Melody Bell Fowler
Ms. Fowler is the Director of Student Support Programs and Services. She earned her Bachelor's degree in English from The University of Texas, and a Master's degree in English from Texas Woman's University.
817-531-4919
mbell@txwes.edu
Michael Greer
Ms. Greer is the Assistant Director of the Academic Success Center and Learning Specialist, and earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology here at Texas Wesleyan University as well as her Master's degree in Psychology and LPC-I.
817-531-4219
mihall@txwes.edu
Michael Greer
Ali Atchinson Ali Atchison
Ms. Atchison is the Coordinator of New Student Programs / Transfer Liaison / Ram Parent Liaison. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Texas Christian University.
817-531-4923
agatchison@txwes.edu
Mary Tran
Ms. Tran is the Student Worker for New Student Programs in
The Academic Success Center. She started in the Academic Success Center in Spring 2011.
She is a Senior Chemistry/Biology - Pre-Med major.
Mary Tran
Giovanni Monsanto Giovanni Monsanto
Mr. Monsanto is the Student Worker / Receptionist for the Academic Success Center. This is Gio's fifth semester in the Academic Success Center. He is a Junior Political Science - Pre-Law major.
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Contact Information

Joe Brown
Dean of Freshman Success

jbrown@txwes.edu
817-313-0993

Stacy Dissinger
Freshman Advising
sdissinger@txwes.edu
817-531-5824

Melody Bell Fowler
Director of Student Support Programs and Services
mbell@txwes.edu
817-531-4919

Blair Moore
New Student Programs
Ram Parent Liaison
bmoore@txwes.edu
817-531-4923

Mailing Address:

Office of New Student Programs
1201 Wesleyan St
Fort Worth, TX 76105-1536


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