Tarleton State University Magazine 2011

The Tarleton State University Magazine 2011

In this Issue Tarleton’s New Nursing Building Stunning Home for an Acclaimed Mission

Southwest Dairy Center Opens Innovation for an Industry

Tarleton Goes Big Rapid Growth in the Outreach Campuses Plus Sports, Rodeo, International Business, Honors Students and Literary Lions 1

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Tarleton State University Magazine 2011

TABLE of Contents

Vol. 1, Number 2

12 Tarleton’s New Nursing Building

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BY JAMES LEHR A state-of-the-art facility marks a new milestone for Tarleton’s acclaimed Nursing Program.

Tarleton State University Stephenville, Texas www.tarleton.edu

16 A Dairy Center for the Future

BY KURT MOGONYE Officially opened in May, the Southwest Regional Dairy Center is a model for research and education throughout Texas and the nation.

The Department of Marketing & Communications Tarleton State University Box T-0730 Stephenville, Texas 76402

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Managing Editor, A ly s o n C h a p m a n (254) 968-9404 achapman@tarleton.edu Associate Editor, J a m e s L e h r (254) 968-9553 | lehr@tarleton.edu Associate Editor, K u r t M o g o n y e (254) 968-9460 | mogonye@tarleton.edu Photography, K a r i L e w i s (254) 968-9772 | kllewis@tarleton.edu Design, M o l ly M u r p h y Blank Canvas Graphic Design

Office of Institutional Advancement

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D r . R i ck R i c h a r d s o n , Vice President Box T-0415 Stephenville, Texas 76402 (254) 968-9890 | rrichardson@tarleton.edu

10 Tarleton’s Honors Program

Correspondence: Office of External Relations J a n i c e H o r ak , Director Tarleton State University Box T-0060 Stephenville, Texas 76402 (254) 968-9075 | jhorak@tarleton.edu

A quarter-century of academic excellence

11 Taking Tarleton to the World of Business Students learn by going international

19 Strategic Partnerships Tarleton builds strength through its friends

Office of Development

20 Outreach Campuses

Sa b r a G u e r r a , Assistant Vice President for Development Box T-0260 Stephenville, Texas 76402 (254) 968-9770 | sguerra@tarleton.edu www.tarleton.edu/giving

Cover photo by Jeremy Enlow A member of The Texas A&M University System, Tarleton State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence through diversity. © 2011 Tarleton State University

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Linking the past with the future as Tarleton expands its programs in Fort Worth, Waco, Temple and beyond.

22 Literary Lions In Every Issue President’s Message 2

Student publications let creativity shine

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Campus Briefs

Inside one of Tarleton’s fastest-growing programs

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Faculty Focus

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Alumni News

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Passages

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Silver Taps

24 Criminal Justice 25 Rodeo A national class season

25-28 Athletics Another strong year for Texans and TexAnns

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Pride and Community Letter from the Presid e n t

F. Dominic Dottavio

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ur beloved “Color Song” says: “All Hail the proud defenders of the Purple and the White.”

In Texas and across the country, higher education has been challenged by reduced state budgets. This has required Tarleton to be more focused, strategic and innovative.

The stories that follow capture the pride of the Tarleton family and the loyalty of our graduates and friends. We have not simply stayed the course, but continue to advance our strategic priorities. Together, we have grown Tarleton in size, in relevance and in reputation.

Known as a student-centered university defined by quality teaching and a positive student experience, Tarleton had a record enrollment in the fall.

To help grow the Texas economy and prepare individuals for the workplace, we have extended the university with new satellite centers and programs in Fort Worth, Waco, Weatherford and Cleburne. Tarleton prepares graduates to lead in a global economy through the curriculum and the diversity of our faculty, staff and students.

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The magnificent new Nursing Building allows us to increase the number of nursing graduates and add a master’s program. The just-opened Southwest Regional Dairy Center is the premier research and learning facility in the field, serving the secondlargest livestock industry in Texas and the dairy industry throughout the Southwest.

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I am extraordinarily proud of the people of Tarleton. They have stepped up again and again to help those in need, to respond to a weather closure and damages, to apply their expertise to statewide issues, to invest in this university’s future.

They value tradition, initiate change and respect one another.

Author David Taylor wrote in Pride of Place that what “makes us Texans is our pride in being Texans ...

Texas is so vast and so diverse that an immense pride is a way to find common ground.” He observes that “communal pride equals community.”

We have much of which to be proud at Tarleton. Our pride binds us to one another and to this remarkable university. We are stronger today, building momentum for an ever brighter future. I invite you to get to know Tarleton better and share our Texan pride.

The Trogdon House reopened in September 2010, following a period of extensive restoration.

One of the oldest and most significant landmarks on campus is now an elegantly restored and furnished facility, with living quarters upstairs for President Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio and Dr. Lisette Dottavio.

Tulia to the

Trogdon House How a Kenneth Wyatt Painting Came to Tarleton B y Ma r y B e t h Ma r k s

Ben Baty, longtime friend of artist Kenneth Wyatt, knew Wyatt would create a one-of-a-kind painting for Tarleton’s Trogdon House “in a New York minute.” All it took was a conversation over dinner at a little Mexican restaurant in Tulia.

The works of Wyatt, a Western and Christian artist, can be found in the collections of celebrities and world figures from Larry Boone to Queen Elizabeth II of England. His portrayal paintings include the Texas Supreme Court justices and the King of Dubai. Wyatt also is an ordained Methodist minister who pastored his first church at age 14. He counts professional

magician and after-dinner speaker for the Knife and Fork Clubs of America among his other accomplishments.

An alumnus of Tarleton and McMurry Universities, Wyatt has received the Outstanding Alumnus awards from both universities. He received the Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Tarleton during commencement exercises in May. In August 2010, Baty arranged a meeting between the artist and Tarleton President Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio, his wife, Dr. Lisette Dottavio, and Dr. Rick Richardson, vice president of institutional advancement. After touring Wyatt’s studio, the group headed over to El Camino restaurant, where the conversation turned to Wyatt’s paintings. Baty knew that Wyatt’s art was a natural fit for the Trogdon House, undergoing renovation, and the artist readily agreed. He asked the Dottavios to call him with measurements for the painting’s location.

Lisette Dottavio did so with a follow-up call, and while talking, added that they were looking for a piece that reflected Texas, especially the area surrounding Tarleton. Wyatt said he’d do just that.

Months passed and renovation work progressed. Then one day, out of the blue, Dr. Dottavio received a phone call from Wyatt’s delivery assistant. He wanted to arrange immediate delivery of the painting.

The unorthodox arrival surprised the Dottavios

but not Baty. He had experienced exactly the same thing after commissioning a Wyatt painting.

It’s not an accident. Since he’s also a magician, Wyatt enjoys the element of surprise. “I look at the canvas until I see what I want to paint,” he said. He likes his clients to experience the same sense of excitement and revelation when they receive the finished work.

“Daddy’s Little Piece of Texas,” the painting that began as a request from one friend to another over a Mexican dinner, now graces the wall of the Trogdon House and links one of Tarleton’s most famous alums to one of the university’s own most important works of art: the restoration of the Trogdon House.

Ma r y B e t h Ma r k s is coordinator of transfer

services for Tarleton State University.

Kenneth Wyatt (right) and his son Mark Wyatt during a recent visit to the Trogdon House.

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Bass Fishing Club brings home top prize Tarleton’s bass fishing club competed in the Texas Collegiate Bass Championship, hosted by Texas State University and Sam Houston State University, with Tarleton students claiming three of the top 10 spots.

Grant from local business to fund percussion festival Saint-Gobain Abrasives Foundation donated a grant of $2,500 to support the Tarleton Percussion Festival, which was held in February. “We are very appreciative of the Saint-Gobain funding,” said Dr. Gary Westbrook, director of athletic bands.

Student project benefits local company, community

Fill the Field benefits area charities

Tarleton Student Government Association and Tarleton Athletics sponsored a food and clothing drive to benefit charities throughout Erath County on March 31. Donations were solicited with the goal of filling the entire Memorial Stadium field. “This event gives all of us who call Erath County home a chance to help those in our own communities directly,” said James A. Reed, Tarleton State University student body vice president.

Social Work class partners with United Way The Social Work Practice II class partnered with Erath County United Way to connect Tarleton students with volunteer opportunities within Stephenville and surrounding communities. More than 200 students attended. The class also raised $650 for Erath County United Way through fundraisers held during 2010.

Tarleton purchases streets from city of Stephenville After receiving approval from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and coordinating with the city of Stephenville, Tarleton purchased portions of several city streets that run through campus. Tarleton has formed a committee that will work with city officials to develop a plan to navigate vehicle traffic to ensure the safety of students, staff, faculty and visitors.

Sigma Alpha honored at national convention Members of Tarleton’s Alpha Zeta chapter of Sigma Alpha Sorority were awarded Most Outstanding Professional Development and Most Improved GPA at the group’s national convention in Irving.

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Additional campus parking under way

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Two new campus parking lots will be added in the coming months. P-23 is located at the corner of Neblett and Vanderbilt streets, and will add 115 spaces, and the P-30 expansion lot is located at the corner of St. Peter and Tarleton streets and will provide 79 spaces. The lots are being built to accommodate the growing need for additional student parking.

Tarleton students joined FMC Technologies in research to bring a new valve product line to Stephenville. The valve will be used in various industry applications, including the oil industry. Students also prepared documentation for directions on safe use of the fixtures as well as detailed instructions on assembly of the valve.

Moscow Ballet returns to Tarleton The Moscow Ballet returned to Tarleton for a second year, after performing to a full house in 2009. The program included scenes from the Nutcracker, Swan Lake and other classic adagio repertoire. The event was a collaborative effort of Tarleton’s Department of Fine Arts, the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council and the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce.

Stenholm gallery brings Washington to Tarleton An exhibit and gallery was created in the university’s Tarleton Center to honor former Congressman Charlie Stenholm. Stenholm graduated in 1959 from the two-year Tarleton College. He credits a Tarleton professor with his decision to pursue a career beyond the farm. “I hope this inspires young men and women to be not only better students, but better citizens,” he said. “Tarleton really does give the best of the best to students.”

Symposium promotes diversity awareness The department of communication studies held its second annual “R.E.A.L.” experience, the Diversity and Communication Research Symposium. Keeping it R.E.A.L., or Real Experiences Applied to Learning, describes Tarleton’s plan to enhance undergraduate education by integrating applied learning experiences into the students’ baccalaureate education. The symposium featured research paper presentations by various guests.

CAMPUS Display Encourages Safe Spring Break

Tarleton’s ‘front door’ to be remodeled Tarleton’s Welcome Center has outgrown its current space and construction has begun to prepare the former nursing facility to house the Welcome Center and Office of School Relations. As enrollment increases, larger tour groups are coming through and additional space is needed. “Compared to 2009, we’ve seen a 19 percent increase in regular campus tours and a 130 percent increase in group tours,” said Laurie Gaiser, director of school relations.

As part of the Safe Spring Break Initiative by Student Life, memorial walls were temporarily erected in three places on campus for students to write memorials to friends and loved ones they lost tragically. A total of 1,825 black flags, symbolizing the number of lives lost each year to alcohol-related accidents and other displays were placed in various locations around campus to remind students to be safe during spring break.

Tarleton on ice

A severe winter storm forced the closing of campus from Feb. 1-4, as temperatures dropped well below freezing. While Tarleton was spared large amounts of snow, the accumulation of ice and “winter mix” residue created hazardous conditions on sidewalks, steps, streets and parking areas. The severe cold and subsequent thawing took a toll on the plumbing in a number of campus buildings.

The facilities crews who braved the cold to work round-theclock to repair the issues were recognized for their efforts and given a commemorative “Winter Storm Crew” T-shirt.

Major gift provides scholarship support for ROTC students Retired Army Col. Ray Yantis, a highly decorated World War II veteran, established the Col. Ray and Pat Yantis ROTC Scholarship Endowment. “I am honored to be able to provide this gift to help support ROTC cadets in their educational goals,” Yantis said. “I proudly served my country, and I am deeply grateful to these fine Tarleton students who have chosen to serve as well.”

Texans get hands dirty at river cleanup Tarleton students, faculty and staff from the Stephenville and Fort Worth campuses, armed with trash bags, took on cleanup tasks at the Trinity River in Fort Worth. Texans lent their support to the Tarrant Regional Water District’s 19th annual Trash Bash and helped clean up the river along River Park on Bryant Irvin Road. The Student Government Association was awarded the title of “Greenest Group on Campus” for their contribution to the cause.

Scholarships established in honor of couple’s commitment to education excellence Dr. Cynthia Carter, daughter of Arthur J. and Beatrice Carter, presented two generous scholarship endowments in her parents’ names. The scholarships will benefit McLennan County and minority students pursuing a degree from Tarleton State University. “I chose to establish the separate scholarships in memory of my mother and father because of who they were and what they meant to me and so many people,” said Dr. Carter.

Briefs Tarleton receives $300,000 endowment through planned giving Rancher and businessman Roscoe Maker donated a $300,000 endowment to the university through the Planned Giving Program. Maker, 93, also named Tarleton as the sole beneficiary of his estate. “Students, present and future, will benefit on and on from this very generous gift,” said university President Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio.

Tarleton research center receives Top 10 international ranking Tarleton’s Center for Agribusiness Excellence received an award from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, which featured the center as one of the Top 10 data mining case studies at the IEEE International Conference on Data Mining. “This award is an international recognition,” said Dr. Bert Little, executive director and associate vice president for research and professor of computer science and math.

Tarleton students partner with FMC Technologies on project Four Tarleton students recently worked together with other key players to develop a supplier manual that will be used by local industry leader, FMC Technologies. The student team worked closely with employees from various FMC departments to develop the manual, which will help in facilitating relationships with suppliers and enhance quality.

Tarleton choir students receive national recognition Seven members of the university’s choirs were selected through a national audition process to perform with the American Choral Directors Association’s National Men’s and Women’s Honor Choirs in Chicago. “To be chosen to sing with such prestigious national choirs is an extremely high honor,” said Dr. Charles Rives, director of choirs.

New Grassburr sure to become ‘legendary’ A small but dedicated staff published the newest volume of the Grassburr, “Legendary.” For the past few years, the Grassburr faced an uncertain future due to sagging sales and low student participation, and many thought the beloved yearbook would become a lost campus tradition.

Tarleton Legends, past, current and future, fill the pages of the new, elegantly bound book.

Tarleton’s accreditation approved The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools recently notified Tarleton that its accreditation was reaffirmed until 2020. Faculty and staff members from all parts of the university spent the last three years preparing for the accreditation process. SACS representatives visited the campus in March 2010, and determined that Tarleton displayed the required commitment to student learning and achievement. Tarleton possesses one of the oldest SACS accreditations, having first received accreditation in 1926.

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Tarleton to offer new veterinary technology degree program

Tarleton Round-Up offers helping hands

A new bachelor of applied technology with major in veterinary technology degree program at Tarleton was approved. The program objectives are to enhance the understanding of animal physiology and give students the business skills necessary for management of a veterinary clinic.

The Vet Tech occupation is predicted to be one of the fastest-growing occupations over the next decade, due to a growing pet population and demand by owners.

The 13th annual Tarleton RoundUp, a day of service to help Stephenville’s elderly residents and others who cannot perform common household chores, was a great success. Approximately 45 projects were completed for residents in the Stephenville community. The event is coordinated each year by Tarleton Student Leadership, with help from the city of Stephenville and the “Keep Stephenville Beautiful” initiative.

Tarleton’s student-focused enrollment strategy earns award

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Tarleton State University is the winner of the 2011 SunGard Higher Education Award for Institutional Performance, which includes a $10,000 prize for student scholarships. The university was recognized for its studentfocused strategy that resulted in the 2010 entering freshman class being the largest in Tarleton’s 111-year history. SunGard is a global software and services company that works with higher education institutions and presents an annual award “for measurable performance improvements” supported through SunGard Higher Education Technologies and/or services.

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Tarleton grad students display prowess at sports medicine meeting Three graduate students from Tarleton’s department of kinesiology represented the university with scientific poster presentations at the Texas American College of Sports Medicine meeting in Austin on Feb. 24 and 25. The meeting was held to host an array of cutting-edge science and clinical sessions, where many of the top names in the country also presented.

Central Loop project results in big payoff for Tarleton Tarleton’s central loop project, completed in August, puts high-efficiency chillers and boilers in a central location to replace individual building cooling and heating units. As a result, Trane Commercial Energy Systems recently presented the university with a Texas Energy Efficiency Incentive check for $285,400.

Work begins on campus streets Work has begun to prepare selected streets on campus for closure this summer. This is the first step in re-configuring campus traffic patterns for increased safety and a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere since Tarleton purchased portions of the streets from the city of Stephenville.

Tarleton site for Texas Guard training

Alumni Ambassadors reach out to community The Tarleton State University Alumni Ambassadors spent $600 on clothing and Christmas gifts to benefit three local nonprofit organizations, Shine a Light on a Soldier’s Child, The Community Nursing Center and Child Protective Services in the Stephenville community. “It was a great experience knowing that I could put a smile on a child’s face this Christmas season,” said Sheila Bishop, president of the Ambassadors.

New residence hall under way Construction has begun on a new 300-bed residence hall designed to accommodate a growing on-campus population. The facility, located between Jones and Shirley streets, has an expected completion date of fall 2011.

Members of the Texas State Guard conducted a training mission on the university campus the weekend of Jan. 29-30. The 2nd Battalion, 4th Regiment of the Guard, based in Fort Worth, underwent a team building exercise at the Tarleton Challenge course and used the Tarleton swimming pool for water safety training.

Cannon restoration keeps Tarleton history alive One of Tarleton’s most distinctive campus landmarks, a World War I cannon in front of the E.J. Howell Education Building, has been repainted and refurbished with several new handmade wooden wheel spokes. Employees of Tarleton’s Physical Plant gladly took on the project as a labor of love. The cannon was placed in its present site in the early 1930s and used in a weekly ceremony for many years until the university was forced to silence it.

Tarleton hosts national livestock judging workout The Tarleton Livestock Judging Team and Spring ANSC 490 Livestock Shows and Contests class hosted the fifth annual Pre-Houston Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Workout. Judging teams from across the country participated. The workout is an annual event of 12 classes of Tarleton livestock for teams competing in the International Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Contest, which is held in Houston.

Texan Star Dance Team places first in contest For the fourth consecutive year, Tarleton’s Texan Star Dance Team placed first in the American Dance/ Drill Team Collegiate Championship, Division II. The contest was held March 26 at the University of North Texas in Denton.

Dr. Jesus Velasco, holder of the Joe and Teresa Long Endowed Chair in Social Sciences, published Neoconservatives in U.S. Foreign Policy under Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush: Voices Behind the Throne, in 2011. The book examines the origins and history of the neoconservative political movement associated with President George W. Bush’s administration.

Dr. Leslie Spotz, associate professor of piano, celebrates her 50th year playing piano.

December 2010 saw her return to Berlin, Germany in a solo recital at the prestigious HeiligKreuz-Kirche. For summer 2011, she has been invited to perform in London and Milan.

Dr. Ivelisse Urban, assistant professor of Spanish, had his second article, “Ontologia de la metafora en El Divino Narciso de Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz” published in the distinguished journal, Romance Notes. The article studies the ontology of metaphors in the Auto Sacramental El Divino Narciso by colonial poet Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz. Dr. Urban also received the 2010 Texas A&M System Teaching Excellence Award for a Spanish literature course.

Sue Lewis, an assistant professor in the management, marketing and administrative systems department in the College of Business Administration, was chosen Teacher of the Year in April 2010 by the COBA student body. In July 2010, she was awarded the Teaching Excellence Award

by The Texas A&M University System Chancellor’s office. She is currently pursuing a doctor of education degree.

Dr. T. Lindsay Baker, holder of the W.K. Gordon Endowed Chair in Texas Industrial History, succeeded the late Dr. Tom Pilkington as editor of the Tarleton State University book series on Humanities in the Southwest at the Texas A&M University Press. Baker currently has two books of his own in press at scholarly publishers: A Gangster Tour of Texas at the Texas A&M University Press and Texas Stories I Like to Tell My Friends: Real-life tales of Love, Betrayal, and Dreams from the History of the Lone Star State at the Abilene Christian University Press.

Dr. Dokagari Woods, assistant professor in the nursing department, completed her Ph.D. in nursing from Texas Woman’s University in December 2010. Her dissertation title was “Predictors of Early Retention in Rural Baccalaureate Nursing Programs.”

Dr. George Eichenberg, associate professor of criminal justice, was elected president of the Southwestern Association of Criminal Justice (SWACJ) on Oct. 8, 2010. The SWACJ is a sixstate regional affiliate of the Academy of Criminal

FACULTY Focus Justice Sciences, an international association of academicians and practitioners working to enhance knowledge and practice of criminal justice and criminology. As president, he is responsible for a newsletter, an online-refereed journal, and the fall 2011 annual meeting.

Dr. Allan Nelson, a professor of biological sciences, and Dr. Jim Goetz at Laredo Community College recently received funding of $114,398 from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to carry out research for the next two years. The award provides funds for travel, supplies and salaries to determine the status and vegetative ecology associated with a statethreatened mammal. A botanist, Nelson will help identify critical habitat, and data will be used to determine if the species is federally threatened or endangered.

Dr. James Gentry and Dr. Ingrid Graves, assistant professors in the department of curriculum and instruction, had two books published. Gentry published My Cool Grandparents are Ancient!, a story about a young man who misunderstands the word “ancient” as it relates to his grandparents. Graves published Playing Games in School: Video Games and Simulations for Primary and Secondary Education, which focuses on why games should be part of education, selecting games, perspectives on game-based learning and the availability of games in four core subjects.

The National Association of Social Workers/Texas Fort Worth Area Branch 2011 Social Worker of the Year Award was presented to Francine Esposito Pratt, MSSW, LMSW-AP, interim social work program director.

She was selected based on her efforts that exemplify the best of the social work profession’s values and achievements. The nomination has also been sent to the NASW/Texas chapter for consideration of the state award.

Dr. Karol Blaylock, associate professor in the department of agricultural and consumer sciences, was installed during fall 2010 as president-elect for Phi Upsilon Omicron, an international family and consumer sciences honor society. Blaylock will serve as president-elect for two years before assuming the president’s position for two years.

Blaylock served as a member of the society’s national council for the past eight years. Phi Upsilon Omicron has more than 92,000 members worldwide and in 2010, awarded more than $90,000 in scholarships, fellowships and awards.

Dr. Mallory Young, a professor in the department of English and languages, published an article, Marie Antionette: Fashion, ThirdWave Feminism, and Chick Culture, in the peer-reviewed journal, Literature/Film Quarterly (Vol. 38 #2, April 2010). Young also served as a peer reviewer for the journals, Feminist Media Studies, Peer English and Frontiers: A Journal of Women Studies. She was the external evaluator for Nova Southeastern University’s B.A. Program in English in May 2010.

Dr. Cara F. Pollard was invited to perform trumpet at the International Trumpet Guild Conference in Sydney, Australia for the “Festival of Trumpets” concert. The concert took place on July 10, 2010, at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Trumpet players from around the world attended the concert and performance.

Dr. Jennifer Edwards, assistant professor of communication studies, earned two awards, presented her research in three distinguished paper sessions at regional and national conferences, and published four articles in scholarly journals.

Selected as one of the newest fellows (2011-2013) for the Society of New Communication Research, she will focus on the millennial generation’s perceptions of technology in the workplace.

Tarleton State University English Professor Dr. Sam Dodson was featured in a WFAA Channel 8 news story after saving his neighbor from a burning SUV. The accident occurred in front of Dodson’s home. Dodson was home at the time of the crash because of spring break.

Dr. Marilyn Duran, assistant professor in Tarleton’s nursing department, spent more than three years researching and identifying the community’s need for affordable healthcare services for low-income residents, and a new Federally Qualified Health Clinic (FQHC) at 135 River North Blvd. is the result of her findings.

Cross Timbers Clinic will oversee daily operations, in partnership with Tarleton State University, which will provide additional services and guidance.

Lt. Col. Daniel Thiebaud, B.S. Agribusiness ’89; M.Ed. Educational Administration, ’09, both from Tarleton, was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserves effective Jan. 3, 2011.

Dr. Donald G. McGahan, assistant professor of soil science, has accepted an appointment as associate editor of Soil Survey Horizons. www.soils.org/publications/soil-survey-horizons

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student Spotlight

Ashlee Noblin and Shonda Sears When local businesswoman Michele Dunkerley went to Tarleton’s Small Business Development Center for marketing research on developing downtown Stephenville, little did she know that two Tarleton students would turn an assignment into a shining example of interaction between the university and the community.

Credit the achievement to Ashlee Noblin, a senior management major and a Presidential Honors Scholar from Marble Falls, and Shonda Sears, a senior management major from Whiteface.

Dunkerley owns the First National Bank building at the corner of Belknap and College Streets, a Romanesque revival, two-story stone building that dates back to 1890. She wanted to

James Reed In the spring of 2004, James Reed walked through the gates of Tarleton State University as a bright-eyed freshman from Burnet ready to take on the world. He had just received a second chance at life six months earlier, undergoing a kidney transplant at the age of 17.

But less than a year into his college career, Reed went to the doctor with what he thought was a sinus infection, and was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

“It was a devastating blow to not only my Tarleton career but my future, as it was thought that I might lose the transplant while undergoing chemotherapy,” he says. “On the other hand, I had one thought in my head.

Nothing is going to stand in the way of my future—nothing.”

Reed visited new doctors, new clinics and new treatments. “I had already overcome end-stage renal disease, and I wasn’t going to let a little thing called cancer stand in my way,” he says.

As the months went by, Reed became cancer-free, and was able to return to Stephenville and his Tarleton family. “Many people would say it was very unfortunate that I had to go through so much at such an important time during a young adult’s life, but I wouldn’t trade the experience for anything,” he says. “After going through dialysis, kidney transplantation, various surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation, it hits you that nothing can stand in the way of your dreams. This motivation strives within me to this day.”

Back at Tarleton, Reed double-majored, graduating with degrees in finance and agricultural economics. He’s currently working on a master’s in leadership development. He was vice president of the Student Government Association, and has been involved with numerous organizations on campus.

“I have found my journey here at Tarleton nothing more than amazing,” says Reed. “My achievements at Tarleton are without a doubt my greatest accomplishments because it is my hope that they will one day empower any student to conquer their fears and seek out their dreams. I owe Tarleton a great debt. Without this great university and the people who call it home, I would not be where I am today.”

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(From left) Ashlee Noblin, Michele Dunkerley and Shonda Sears sit inside the First National Bank building in downtown Stephenville.

determine what type of business would perform best in the location, and also study the longterm goal of revitalizing the entire downtown area. But she needed research data.

Under the guidance of Randy Burch of the SBDC, Noblin and Sears set out to provide the needed information. They conducted extensive interviews and surveys, including Tarleton students, and interviewed key community and business leaders, hoping to find a common goal on how the downtown area should evolve.

“This project has allowed me to see just a few of the opportunities to improve our city and how many people really care about Stephenville,” Sears says.

For Noblin, the experience was lifechanging—she is now considering a career in downtown and main street revitalization. “This has been the most amazing learning experience I could have ever had,” she says. “I have had the chance to move beyond my management degree and get into city politics, statistics, public relations, and I have definitely had a chance to polish my communication skills.”

Brooke Randall and Tyler LeMay It has been said there is no greater purpose than service to others. That’s certainly exemplified in Tarleton Army ROTC cadets Brooke Randall and Tyler LeMay. Randall and LeMay are the co-recipients of the inaugural Col. (Ret.) Ray Yantis and Pat Yantis ROTC Scholarship. Yantis, 90, Tarleton class of 1940, is a highly decorated World War II veteran who fought in the Battle of the Bulge as an infantry officer. He also served during the Korean War. Among his many honors, Yantis received a Purple Heart, Silver Star and Bronze Star.

Randall, 20, from Boerne, will continue her duty in the Texas Army National Guard after graduation. The sophomore majoring in animal science says she is inspired by Col. Yantis and hopes to follow in his footsteps. “I am very honored to be chosen for a scholarship representing everything that Col. Yantis has done in his military career,” she says. “This scholarship will help me in continuing my schooling by paying for books and room and board to stay on campus.”

LeMay, also 20, from Round Rock, is majoring in criminal justice. He will be commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army and hopes to serve in Special Forces.

“I am deeply honored to have been awarded this scholarship, and quite frankly, I was really surprised,” he says. “This award will help me continue working hard to maintain my grades and working as best as I can to be the best of my ability. I hope to be a great leader, and maybe even someday, a hero for someone who really needs one most.”

Until they begin their military service, the cadets are serving their campus community and make the most of their time at Tarleton. “I really enjoy the atmosphere most of all, from the teachers and some of the students,” LeMay says. “I feel very relaxed and it is not as pressuring as some of the major schools I toured.”

Randall agrees. “I love Tarleton and the Tarleton family. I enjoy everything about the friendly environment and encouragement from faculty members and peers to succeed.”

LeMay is an Alpha Class member of the new fraternity Eta Omega Alpha, and loves to watch Tarleton athletics. “I felt like I clicked here, and I am going to stick with it all the way until I walk across that stage.”

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Tarleton in Washington, D.C.: A Tale of Two Interns Holly Noles is a long way from home —1,438 miles to be exact.

The Dublin resident, who graduated from Tarleton with a bachelor’s and most recently with a master’s in business administration in 2010, now works in Washington, D.C. She’s the executive assistant to Congressman John Carter, who represents the 31st District of Texas, including Erath County. Her job includes booking the congressman’s flights and meetings in Washington, D. C. She’s also the office manager and oversees the financial and human resources aspects of the D.C., Round Rock and Temple offices.

“I have the best of both worlds living in Washington, D.C. in terms of the people I interact with,” Noles said. “I am challenged and intrigued by the vast cultures represented in this melting pot of a city while working on a daily basis with those from home.”

Being so far from home, Noles said her work connects her to the people she considers family.

“Being here has pushed me beyond my comfort zone, but I still work with constituents who embody everything I have ever seen as comfort,” she said. “The greatest joy I have in this job is helping the people of the district be heard.”

Noles first went to Washington, D.C. in fall 2010 and was Tarleton’s first Congressional intern in Carter’s office. She began working full-time shortly after her internship was complete. The position has allowed her to put her Tarleton education in motion.

“Many of the theories and practices that I learned in my management classes have helped me to perform my job more efficiently as well as aid in finding creative ways to problem solve,” Noles said. “I can say that without the core concepts instilled in me by my professors in the business department that I could not do this job.

“I am very grateful for all that Tarleton has invested in me. Overall I would have to say that I am incredibly blessed that God has given me this opportunity. I am honored to represent my family, Tarleton, and the great state of Texas on Capitol Hill.”

Making a difference in the lives of people Chris Gordon can be considered a man of many talents. He’s a politician, an entrepreneur, an involved resident of his community and someone trying to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients. He’s also a husband, father and a Tarleton alumnus.

Gordon, who graduated in 1995 with a degree in animal science, works as a region manager for Ventana Medical Systems, Inc., the largest diagnostics company in the world. “Every week I travel around the western United States visiting the top 50 cancer treatment centers and work with pathology teams training them how to read abnormal tissue under a microscope,” he said.

“We sell the equipment and then train them on diagnosis and treatment options for various cancers.”

Right after graduation, Gordon went to work as a lab manager, but shortly after, moved into sales. “I had no idea that I wanted to be in sales,” he said. “I absolutely love it, and don’t see myself doing anything different.”

In addition to his work, Gordon also owns a sports store called “The Cowboy House.” He purchased more than 25,000 seats out of the old Texas Stadium. “In the last 15 months, I have met with more than 60 current and former Dallas Cowboys players while trading stadium seats for charity events,” he said. “I have donated them for use in charity auctions including several in Stephenville.”

When Gordon is not working, he’s at home in Hickory Creek with his wife, Jennifer, and 4-year-old daughter, Emma Rose. There, he also has served on the city council for the past four years. He credits being a part of the Student Government Association for his political interest.

He looks back at his time at Tarleton with fond memories including waiting outside the Trogdon House on Monday nights around 9 p.m. waiting for the Purple Poo to come out and hang signs on campus.

Two years ago, Casey Hogan walked into Congressman John Carter’s office in Washington, D.C. looking for a job.

What he got was volunteer work checking mail and answering phones, while waiting tables at night, at first, but now he’s the congressman’s legislative assistant.

“In my position, I handle a set of issues for the congressman that consist of transportation, housing, agriculture, energy, environment, budget, taxes and water,” the 2007 Tarleton graduate said. “It is my job to monitor these issues and make sure my boss is up to speed on current events and legislation.”

He also spends much of his time meeting with constituent groups and industry contacts.

“Congressman Carter has a policy in his office that if someone requests a meeting, either he or a member of our staff will take it,” Hogan said.

“What I like about my job is being able to help real people solve real problems. Public service is about making a difference in people’s lives and leaving your city, state or country a better place than how you found it. Sometimes people lose focus of that in Washington, D.C.” Hogan’s focus in public service began at Tarleton. He majored in political science, but he also gained experience by being a campus leader. He was student body president and member of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity.

“Tarleton gave me the leadership and social skills to come to Washington, D.C. and jump in head first,” he said. “Succeeding in Washington is about who you know, and being a Tarleton student gave me the ability to step up and meet new people with confidence and purpose.”

Gordon was also a part of an incident that most students know nothing about—he was member of the Tarleton Torch Team circa 1993-94.

“I was one of 12 who went to Angelo State to try and light their bonfire after ASU students were disrespectful to members of the Poo while at Tarleton,” he said. “So we loaded up two days before their Homecoming and had plans to burn TSU in the middle of their field and burn down their bonfire.”

The group never struck one match. Angelo State’s ROTC was guarding both.

“We decided to just leave town, but on the way out of town we were pulled over and then arrested,” Gordon recalled. “The judge threw out the charge against us calling it a college prank.

“When we came back our slogan was, ‘We came, we saw, we didn’t.’ Our actions may have been wrong, but our motives weren’t. To our students, we were still heroes.”

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Tarleton’s Honors Programs A Quarter-Century of Academic Excellence

By Craig Clifford

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hat do these Tarleton graduates have in common?

Joseph Gilbert, who went on to complete his M.S. in electrical engineering at Stanford University and currently works as a securities trader at Wolverine Trading in Chicago.

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Wayne Keith, who went on to earn a Ph.D. in physics at Rice University and is now a physics professor.

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Amber Dawson, who went on to graduate from UT Southwestern Medical Center and is now practicing medicine in Dallas-Fort Worth.

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Noble Acuff, who went on to earn his MBA at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business and is currently the principal consultant at the Acuff Group, a boutique professional services firm headquartered in Long Beach, Calif.

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All of these students, and many more like them, are graduates of one of Tarleton’s two honors programs. Tarleton’s Presidential Honors Program is now 26 years old, and the Honors Degree Program is 20.

Students in these programs are part of an honors community that combines the advantages of a small liberal arts college with the diversity of a comprehensive state university. They participate in an extensive academic curriculum including honors sections of most core courses, special honors seminars, and a senior research project. Supplementing the challenging academic work that honors students do in their classes, the honors programs also provide opportunities for broad and challenging educational and cultural experiences outside of the classroom, such as travel to conferences and cultural events, the Visiting Scholars Program, and opportunities for study abroad.

The Presidential Honors Program boasts 50 students, each of whom receives an annual scholarship of $7,000. The Honors Degree Program has several hundred participants; 20 of

To learn more about the Presidential Honors Program and the Honors Degree Program: www.tarleton.edu/honors | (254) 968-1926 honors@tarleton.edu

them receive a $1,000-a-year scholarship.

But the value can’t be measured only in dollars. “My education, and especially my participation in the Presidential Honors Program, got me in the door, and the grooming and training that I received in that same honors program got me the job,” said Kristina Guess, now a senior account manager with Litex industries. “I realized that all the honors classes I had taken, especially those done in a seminar or roundtable discussion format, had really helped me in the interview process.

For one thing I was very comfortable having conversations with authority figures, and once in the job I was very comfortable in a business meeting setting.”

For a quarter of a century Tarleton’s honors programs have been preparing talented students such as Guess to become creative thinkers and doers. To become responsible and informed civic leaders, life long lovers of learning. To take the best of Tarleton into the real world.

D r . C r a i g C l i f f o r d is Director, Honors Programs at Tarleton State University.

Taking Tarleton to the World of Business By eric celeste

journal every day—not that they need much incentive. When they return, The dozen or so students who there is a week of debriefing where students share what they’ve learned, gathered on campus the week discuss how to apply these lessons to their schooling and their work, and before Christmas were ready write a paper on the experience. to be transformed. They were Faculty have also benefited tremendously to learn about Paris – about from the program. They’ve not only attended its business and regulatory meetings and lectures overseas to learn environment, its political more about how businesses operate in the structure, and its everyday life. increasingly global economy, but have also But it was hard not to think been able to “shadow” executives from about the city’s more symbolic icons. Because the day after Christmas, Stephenville companies as they conduct they would all be flying to the City of Lights for a fortnight of immersion business internationally. So far, four faculty into its culture as part of the College of Business Administration’s Study members have made shadow Abroad program. For many of them, it would be their first “It’s one thing trips to India, Mexico, or time out of the country.

China, in cooperation with “It’s one thing to read about the Eiffel Tower,” says to read about Dr. Aldofo Benavides, dean of the College of Business the Eiffel Tower,” companies including FMC Technologies Inc., Fibergrate Administration. “It’s another to see it as you fly into the city.” says Dr. Aldofo Composites Inc., and Saint-Gobain Inc. “It’s a very effective Such sights are the first signs of the “transformative Benavides, dean engagement, allowing our faculty to actually sit in the room experience” promised by the Study Abroad program, which with a company’s decision makers and see the interaction began in 1997. For 2006-2009, the program received a boost of the College between workers and management within different with a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, which of Business cultures,” Benavides says. supported internationalization of the College of Business Administration.

For the summer of 2011, about 14 students and faculty Administration curriculum, including creation of a new “It’s another to were enrolled for a trip to French-speaking Canada, and International Business major and hosting of two international 10 were set for a five-week adventure in Pamplona, Spain. business symposiums. Benavides says he has high hopes for see it as you fly Besides learning about the business culture, Benavides a proposal to renew the grant because “the benefits of the into the city.” says he expects these groups too will come back with a program have exceeded all expectations.” greater understanding that Under the program, both undergraduate and graduate students, as although the countries are well as faculty, are given the opportunity for first-hand observation of very different (brand diversity, business operations and economic models in countries around the world. eating habits, and higher “The students really do come back transformed,” Benavides says. “Their priced gasoline and goods are worldview is greatly expanded. They come back with a resolve to study some of the most common foreign languages. When they return, they don’t say, ‘If I go back … ’ they differences noted), the people say, ‘When I go back.’” are much the same.

Given the countries each That said, Benavides notes group visits—France, Italy, that a country’s passions and India, Brazil, Canada, China customs are often very different from ours—to the students’ delight. and more – it’s no wonder “We attended a soccer match between the top two teams in Argentina Benavides, also a professor that was just eye-opening,” he says. “We were in a stadium in Buenos of economics, typically sees a Aires, completely full, everyone standing and singing and chanting the huge impact on students’ lives. entire match. It’s not the The program begins with sort of experience you can a week of preparation in which students who’ve signed up for a trip get in a textbook.” to a particular country or set of countries learn about the international businesses they’ll be studying—often a division or a partner of a company based in Stephenville. Typically there are two or three group trips a year, with 10-20 participants in each.

With their (often just-obtained) passports in hand, the students spend 10 days to two weeks in the country of choice in a regimen of total business and social immersion. Students are required to fill out a

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The House that Nurses Built Tarleton’s Acclaimed Program Finds a Home to Match

By James Lehr

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The kinetic sweep of the three-story building at the west end of campus might easily be dominated by the surrounding growth that has dramatically changed the landscape and skyline of Tarleton in the last five years. But this one has a visual power all its own.

Clean lines unite red brick, white concrete columns, steel and tinted glass with deep-blue reflecting pools and tiled courtyard, simultaneously announcing the 53,000 square foot structure’s presence and integrating it into the campus. You can tell right away it belongs exactly where it is. And that’s just the outside.

Designed by Randall Scott Architects of Dallas and built by Byrne Construction Services at a cost of $23.4 million, the Nursing Building takes the place of a much smaller 1953-era facility, which over the years served as the school infirmary and a health center.

Later it housed the nursing program, which began in 1976, defying those who said a nursing school at a rural Texas college campus would never work.

They were wrong. That’s what this building really says. It explains a frequent response heard during the building’s dedication in April: “We can’t stop smiling.”

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Since its hardwon creation, the Tarleton nursing program has proven itself consistently to be one of distinction and excellence. Fully accredited by the Texas Board of Nursing and nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the program was granted reaccreditation by CCNE in April 2004, for the maximum term of 10 years, extending to June 30, 2014.

“Nurse managers and recruiters routinely praise our bachelor of science nursing graduates as being well-prepared for practice,” says Dr. Elaine Evans, head of nursing. “This praise is primarily due to the expectation that students are prepared to manage the care of a minimum of five patients prior to graduation.”

The stats are impressive. Bachelor of science nursing students and faculty provide 78,480 patient care hours annually at area health care agencies and hospitals. Approximately 99 percent of Tarleton nursing students remain in Texas and 97-98 percent take positions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area or in the rural areas of Central Texas.

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Guests (left) gather in front of the new Nursing Building during its grand opening held in March.

(Opposite right) A Tarleton State University nursing student shows off a piece of training equipment to (l-r) distinguished surgeon, scientist and academician Dr. O.H. “Bud” Frazier, Tarleton President F. Dominic Dottavio and Texas A&M University System Chancellor Dr. Mike McKinney.

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The purpose of the new building, considered by its contractors to be one of the best nursing facilities in the country, is to provide the environment for continuing success. Amenities that have been lacking for decades, including adequate space, updated equipment and plenty of room for faculty and staff members are standard features. The new building includes classrooms, multimedia rooms, project rooms and a health center. A dedicated research area was created in anticipation of a much-needed new master’s degree program.

Some luxuries have been added, too. Spacious public areas feature displays from local artists.

Workrooms throughout the building are available for studying, counseling and meetings. When the weather is good, outdoor lawns and patios make perfect venues for group gatherings or individual getaways.

Most importantly, the teaching capacity has been doubled, and Tarleton can increase its student nurse enrollment to 60, from the previous limit of 40.

“This is a major step in helping Tarleton’s nursing program truly fulfill its potential,” says Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio, president. “What has long been one of the state’s top nursing programs will achieve even more in the coming years.”

State-of-the-art equipment pervades the labs and classrooms. Among the more eye-catching training devices are robotic mannequin “patients.” Life-size and custom-programmable, they can cough, run a fever, go into labor and give birth—i.e., simulate nearly any real-life human situation. Students (and visitors on tours) can listen to simulated heartbeats through stethoscopes, check pulses and master techniques that traditionally take time on the job. And yes, the robot-patients talk.

“Get out of here and leave me alone!” pleads one. “How long will I be here?” asks another as a nursing student performs a procedure. Behind-the-scenes computer programmers assist in the learning process—and have a bit of fun with the students.

“With the robots, our students can practice drawing blood, to give but one example,” says Dr. Marilyn Duran, assistant professor of nursing. “And they can be computer-graded on their technique and timing.

This allows them to develop their skills and gives them a better sense of confidence when they are eventually out working with real people.”

The building also features mock-up rooms to simulate a modern, authentic hospital environment, with fully operational hospital beds, surgical tools and scrub sinks. It provides another way for students to encounter real-world situations, before they find themselves in life-critical situations out in that world.

And that world needs them. The Texas nursing industry continues to face a chronic and severe shortage. According to 2008 figures, the last available, demand for full-time registered nurses in Texas exceeded supply by 22,000. Without increases in nursing education, the number is projected to increase to 70,000 by the year 2020, factoring in the aging population and older nurses retiring and reducing their work hours. Those figures may be conservative.

Meanwhile, Texas nursing schools turn away thousands of qualified applicants every year because of teacher shortages, inadequate facilities, and lack of clinical sites to gain experience.

“The nursing shortage will continue into the next decade,” said Evans. “The time to become a nurse has never been better or more important. Tarleton’s extraordinary new resources position us very well to help meet that challenge on behalf of the people of Texas.”

J a m e s L e h r is a communications specialist at Tarleton State University.

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By Kurt Mogonye

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f cows could live in a 5-star hotel, this would be it. Beyond glass doors leading from the sun-lit foyer where a tiled Tarleton “Block T” greets visitors to the new Southwest Regional Dairy Center along U.S. Highway 281 just north of Stephenville, a 24-cow rotary milking carousel with radio frequency identification capabilities awaits to spin carefully selected dairy cattle as part of 21st century daily milking routines.

Not far away is a long concrete and steel shelter known as a free-stall barn, covered on top but open on the sides, like a Gulf Coast beach house. It can accommodate up to 300 cows, each of whom has a bed pad on which to rest. Elsewhere on the 95,000-square-foot, $11.2 million state-of-the-art complex, are special pens for calves, a hospital barn, an environmentally friendly wastewater lagoon, a commodity barn, and ample teaching and learning space. The center was formally opened in May and designed to be a model for research and education whose impact will be felt throughout Texas and the nation.

Todd Staples, Texas Commissioner of Agriculture, welcomed hundreds of visitors who had also come for the annual Southwest Dairy Day sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension. Also on hand were Dr. Mike McKinney, chancellor of The Texas A&M University System, and State Representatives Sid Miller and Charles “Doc” Anderson.

Plans for the new center, the only research and education dairy facility in The Texas A&M University System, began in 2003 with the goal of bringing the entire dairy industry together to become “greener.” The Texas Legislature approved funding in 2005 and ground was broken in February 2009. The center was expected to be fully operational by September.

“This facility is going to make Tarleton distinctive for its part in providing solutions that promote sustainability in the dairy industry,” says Dr. Don Cawthon, dean of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. “Our university will stand out nationally in regard to the up-to-date technology that is currently available to the dairy industry, the institutions which are teaching and conducting research, and with our outreach program and demonstration projects.”

Tarleton’s new dairy center is a public-private partnership with Dublin, Texas-based 360 Ag Management, LLC. Alan Vander Horst, president of the dairy management firm, will serve as producer-operator at the facility, working with the university’s faculty and Texas AgriLife Research & Extension faculty. The partnership is the only one of its kind among university-owned dairies in the U.S. “The capabilities and technology in the center combined with our partnership with the producer-operator, will make this dairy unique in the U.S. in that it gives us access to thousands of cows that can be phenotyped and gathered for specific research projects,” says Cawthon. “We can actually draw from 10,000 cows to bring them onsite for various research projects.”

Going green is a major theme for the center, and environmentally friendly production efforts include energy recovery systems that will derive bio-energy from waste produced by cattle at the nearby Texas AgriLife Researchand Extension Center. The manure digester has the capability of converting two tons of manure into 100 gallons of ethanol and a waste product yielding a high-value, concentrated fertilizer.

“The number one challenge facing the dairy industry today is sustainability,” says Cawthon. “Specifically economic and environmental sustainability. This dairy center will help contribute solutions to both of those.”

Center the Future Center Director Dr. Barry Lambert, an associate professor in the animal sciences department at Tarleton and dairy science specialist with Texas AgriLife Research, says the entire dairy center will serve as a hub for various research projects, from studies by entomologists to reduce breeding grounds for flies and the need for pesticides, to trials by nutritionists who plan to study optimum levels of nutrients in feed to limit those linked to issues with algae blooms.

“Waste management is a top research priority,” Lambert says. “The environmental regulations dairymen face are a real challenge. It’s not that producers aren’t trying to meet those challenges. Sometimes they don’t have all the information and we want to be a part of the solution to those problems.”

Recycled water will flush waste from the free-stall barns into a lagoon, and the wastewater can then be recirculated onto nearby crop fields. Through a partnership agreement, all of the solids and effluent application fields are located on adjacent Texas AgriLife Research property with center pivot irrigation systems and approximately 250 acres of forage and crop land.

Because of the dairy center’s proximity to the AgriLife Center, the “opportunities are endless when it comes to utilizing the system agencies and institutions,” says Dr. Todd Bilby, associate professor and Texas AgriLife Extension dairy specialist. “Because there is no other dairy research center like this in Texas, it will enable Tarleton to expand the amount and type of research that can be done. We’ll be able to open it up to researchers throughout the A&M System and the state. The dairy will be a great teaching and learning tool.”

The center also will have an animal metabolism unit and laboratories to study ruminant nutrition, sample processing, reproductive physiology and toxicology.

The May 5 grand opening of the Southwest Regional Dairy Center, held in conjunction with the annual Southwest Dairy Day, included a ribbon-cutting ceremony held by the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce.

Tarleton President Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio carried out the duties as nearly 100 guests gathered outside the new $11.2 million research facility.

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A proposed second phase will see the center grow to include a bottling facility and creamery that can produce dairy products such as cheese, milk, ice cream and more.

“It is certainly the most modern and complete university research facility in the southwest U.S. which will bring a lot of attention to Tarleton,” says Lambert. “It’s fairly unique in that we’ve engaged other universities within Texas and other states to build a facility that is the most versatile it can be.”

One of the key missions of the center is education, so it will provide learning opportunities for Tarleton students and faculty, as well as those associated with Texas AgriLife Research. Lambert says that the center also will be available to student researchers at other universities beyond the state’s borders.

In addition to traditional dairy science research, other research applications conducted at the center will focus on sustainability and provide learning opportunities for several other university degree programs, including business, finance, engineering, medical, animal behavior, labor management and environmental sciences.

The new center was also designed with public outreach in mind, from serving as a conference and training site to welcoming anyone from school kids to passers-by.

“From day one, we wanted to build the center to be open to the public and encourage visitors,” Lambert says. “It’s designed to show what’s going on inside. That’s important to us, that it is open to the public.”

It’s a sign of Tarleton’s growth and its future, says Cawthon. “We want this facility to be the go-to place for students from across the U.S. I believe this center will provide opportunities for students who choose to enter the dairy or allied industries, and for the good of the citizens of Texas and beyond. That’s our motivation, to help maintain a safe, affordable and adequate supply of food.”

K u r t M o g o n y e is creative services coordinator at Tarleton State University.

Dignitaries (above) from the A&M System, including Chancellor Mike McKinney, tour the Southwest Regional Dairy Center’s 300-cow free stall barn during grand opening festivities.

Right, Holsteins at the Dairy Center will be milked aboard a state-of-the-art, 24-cow GEA Westfalia Surge rotary parlor situated just beyond the main lobby at the facility.

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Southwest Dairy Center on RFD-TV

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Before the first gallon of milk was even produced, Tarleton’s new Southwest Regional Dairy Center was featured on “The American Dairy,” a weekly television series on RFD-TV. The 30-minute episode, which debuted Jan. 31 on the cable TV network, provided viewers with a glimpse of the state-of-the-art dairy center as the show’s host Kadee Coffman visited with associate professor and Texas AgriLife Extension dairy specialist Dr. Todd Bilby, who provided a tour of the new facilities and explained the Dairy Center’s educational and research missions.

Producers of “The American Dairy” say the show reaches approximately 167,000 viewers per month. “The TV show’s exposure

is tremendous because RFD-TV itself reaches about 40 million households each month,” Bilby says. “That’s important for the Dairy Center. We’ve had kids from as far away as Vermont inquire about internship opportunities. We’ve also had calls from dairymen here in Central Texas and all over the U.S. wanting to know more about the Center.”

More attention to the Center was expected to follow plans by “American Dairy” producers to create a segment showcasing the facility’s grand opening festivities held in conjunction with Southwest Dairy Day in May. —Kurt Mogonye

Strategic Partnerships Pay Off for Tarleton For a ground-level look at how strategic partnerships are helping Tarleton’s national reputation, head out to the 675-acre research farm at the Texas AgriLife Research Center, just across the highway from the university’s new Southwest Regional Dairy Center. Among the experimental plots and production scale fields are the latest innovations in melon-mulching, irrigation practices, peanut varieties and rotations. There are also research projects on wetlands for water quality improvement, forage grass evaluations, 20 acres of oilseed sunflowers, five acres of alfalfa—and more. It’s here that you can see how the center is combining teaching and research with business outreach to find real-world solutions to agriculture industry challenges.

Which is, of course, exactly what is happening at the Dairy Center, and throughout Tarleton State University. It is particularly fitting that the university and a state agency—both part of The Texas A&M University System—are so close geographically and strategically, given the system’s historic mission of providing education, research and service.

“These partnerships are a tremendous benefit for everyone involved,” says Dr. Todd Bilby, adjunct professor and dairy extension specialist for both AgriLife Research and AgriLife Extension. “We have Tarleton grad students, like the ones who work with me, who get to work in the Research Center and get hands-on experience in research issues in dairy cattle production, forages, water quality, soils, and many more.

Only a handful of universities in the U.S. come close to our research and teaching capabilities, because of the close relationship of Tarleton and the Research Center. And we also get to work with our allied industry partners to develop products which will help the dairy industry.”

In tough economies, such public-private relationships benefit the university in myriad ways while opening the door to future partnerships

Dublin-based 360 Ag Management, LLC will provide operational services at the Southwest Regional Dairy Center with Alan Vander Horst, president of the dairy consulting and management services provider, serving as the center’s producer-operator. (Above) Present for the contract announcement in April were (l-r) Dr. Don Cawthon, Dr. Todd Bilby, Vander Horst, Dr. Barry Lambert, Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio and Jordan Fisher, 360 Ag student intern.

with industry stakeholders. That’s one of the reasons Tarleton is forging a number of new partnerships. One of the most recent is with Hendershot Equipment Co. of Stephenville, which donated one Case tractor and loader to the university for use at Tarleton’s Rodeo Arena on behalf of the nationally ranked Rodeo Team. “This is a very generous donation and will be a great benefit to Tarleton,” said Dr. F. Dominic Dottavio, president of Tarleton. “The rodeo team has a tremendous impact on the university, and we are most grateful to Hendershot for supporting this highly visible program.”

A partnership also is in place with Stephenville New Holland and New Holland North America. New Holland, a world leader in agricultural equipment, is providing Tarleton with the use of farm equipment at the university's Agriculture Center. Students, staff and faculty have access to two large tractors with an interchangeable loader, as well as a compact utility tractor with a loader and mower.

"This public-private partnership model will be of significant benefit to Tarleton's future development and funding of teaching, research and public service programs," said Dr. Don Cawthon, dean of Tarleton's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. "We look forward to even more opportunities to work with private industry in innovative, cutting-edge programs to find practical solutions to real-world problems."

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(Below) Tarleton State University officials with representatives from Stephenville New Holland and New Holland North America.

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Outreach Campuses Link the Past with the Future

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It doesn’t take long standing inside the bustling University Center at the tree-filled campus of McLennan Community College in Waco, or peering out the upper-story windows of the Hickman Building of the Southwest Metroplex Campus toward the downtown Fort Worth skyline, or walking through the prestigious labs of the Schaffer Medical Technology Building next to Baylor All Saints Medical Center until you see it: the future.

Tarleton’s roots are firm and fast in the main campus at Stephenville, but the university is staking out a major claim in urban North Texas and beyond.

Tarleton offers “Texas 2-Step” classes for high school and community college students through the Texas Bioscience Institute in partnership with Temple Junior College and Texas A&M UniversityCentral Texas, and is planning to become part of a Multi-Institution Teaching Center in Midlothian that will involve collaboration with Texas A&M University-Commerce and Navarro Community College.

It’s possible that in time, combined enrollment on all these campuses could rival or surpass that of Stephenville. Already, they have expanded the reach and influence of the university in ways that scarcely could have been realized a century ago. Yet the growth attests perfectly to the ability of Tarleton to evolve to meet the needs of its students and the state of Texas, as it has done throughout its history.

The changes that have impacted society have strongly influenced the growth strategy, and opportunities, as living and work habits, combined with population increases and revolutions in communications, have altered how people do everything—including getting their degrees.

“A growing segment of the student population in higher education is the adult learner who is returning to school to complete a bachelor's degree or to complete a graduate degree,” says Dr. Kim Rynearson, interim associate vice president for Outreach and Off-Campus Programs. “These off-campus locations allow us to serve working adults who may be geographically bound, but who desire to complete their undergraduate or graduate degree.”

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Rynearson says that more traditional students who live closer to the Dallas-Fort Worth area or the Waco campuses also may want to take classes there to avoid lengthy commutes. And given demographic trends, she says, “We’re well-positioned to respond to student need in areas of the state where the population is growing.”

Rynearson quickly saw the evolutions taking place at the Waco campus. In 2006, Tarleton was just beginning a five-year goal to double its Waco enrollment. It did so in even less time, and now has about 700 students in the MCC University Center, where Tarleton offers 22 graduate, undergraduate and certification programs. About 1,100 students are enrolled at Fort Worth, where Tarleton offers 37 graduate, undergraduate and certification programs. The Medical Laboratory Sciences program offers three degree programs at the bachelor’s and associate levels, and has a record of 100 percent job placement for graduates.

Anticipating continued strong growth, the Division of Academic Affairs has set goals to increase Outreach campus enrollment to 2,000 graduate and 3,000 undergraduate students by 2020.

Where do the students come from? Most are “nontraditional” students who also have jobs, families and other careers. Many are transfers from community colleges. “We consider the constraints adult learners face when trying to balance school, work and family obligations,” Rynearson says. “So many of our undergraduate programs include classes scheduled in the evenings as well as daytime. Our graduate programs schedule classes in the evenings and on the weekends.”

There are also abundant online options, and many courses offer a hybrid of classroom and online participation.

Beginning in the fall, Rynearson says the schools will roll out several bachelor's degree completion programs designed to provide an online option for students who have already completed the first two years of college.

Ashley Walpole, a student at Tarleton State-Waco, says such flexibility was key to her decision to attend. “I always wanted to complete my degree, but with working a full-time job and raising my daughter, I just didn’t think I had the time. And when I was introduced to the Tarleton program, I realized I could actually do this. I could actually obtain my goal, and I would still have time for my daughter and my work.”

Traditional values, future planning. It works for Ashley Walpole, and it works for Tarleton.

— eric celeste

On any given day, the clean, wide hallways inside the Richard C. Schaffer Medical Technology Building in Fort Worth are lined with posters outlining the latest research proposals and projects from faculty and students who pass by in continuous streams heading for high-tech pathology labs, libraries and conference rooms. There’s a sense of importance to the place, and justly so. Since its founding in 1978, the Medical Laboratory Sciences Department has been providing a flow of students of such caliber that 100 percent of graduates pass national certification exams and 100 percent find jobs. It’s said that if you have bloodwork done anywhere in the North Texas region, it probably involves a student from Tarleton’s MLS program.

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For Dr. Sally Lewis, the department administrator, success is traceable to the quality of instruction and achievements of the alums. The MLS program at Tarleton has specialists, not just generalists, in most teaching positions, and close association with top area hospitals provides a level of direct clinical experience to students that simply can’t be matched in other programs. Once the students graduate, they typically are asked to stay where they have trained, so renowned is the institution’s reputation.

The program also benefits from real-world circumstances. The need for lab technicians is greatly increasing, as more lab tests are being ordered. Lewis says about 70 percent of diagnoses are now based on lab tests, and there is a chronic shortage of qualified techs, not just in Texas but globally.

It is not unusual for recruiters from hospitals around the country to contact the Fort Worth campus offering high-paying jobs.

The MLS program also benefits from its competitive admissions procedure, drawing the best from other universities that don’t offer a similar program. “Our students come in with an appreciation for the laboratory setting,” Lewis says. “They were in lab classes in college, they excelled in them, and they know they can get jobs that excite and challenge after successfully completing our program.”

The MLS offers dozens of courses for three degree programs, the most popular of which is the B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences, which enrolls 55 to 60 students on average. The MLS department also offers a two-year laboratory technician associate degree program and an associate degree histotechnology program (for lab techs who process tissue). The school is developing a Master’s of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences for fall 2011, which will have emphasis areas in laboratory management and molecular diagnostics.

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Designing America’s Schools to be

Safer, Better and Greener

Tarleton is renowned for producing top quality teachers for the state of Texas, but thanks to a $2.73 million federal grant, it’s also poised to make a mark on the very structures in which the teaching takes place.

Announced in September 2010, the three-year award from the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools (U.S. Department of Education) directs Tarleton to expand its already successful role in the design of public schools, with special focus on sustainability (“green” schools), safety and effectiveness.

Through the Tarleton-based American Clearinghouse on Educational Facilities, the university will use a variety of methods and learning tools to help educators plan, design, finance, construct, and improve new or existing schools, and other places of learning. ACEF will provide a state-of-the-art website (www.acefacilities.org) which will showcase various resources, distance learning events, and an online journal. Under the grant, ACEF will also develop a series of videos that demonstrate the implementation of best practices in design and construction of learning facilities. ACEF will also provide technical assistance online and on-site, as well as host two national training programs.

The funding also provides for three additional doctoral fellows for 12 months and supports an eight-person ACEF staff. ACEF’s website is designed in partnership with the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and is a resource for all levels of education: early childhood, K-12 schools, and higher education.

“Billions of dollars are spent each year on the construction, renovation, and maintenance of educational facilities,” says Dr. Mark Littleton, professor of educational leadership and policy studies at Tarleton, as well as the project director for ACEF. “This project will provide information, training, and technical assistance so those dollars can be spent wisely. I am excited the U.S. Department of Education has chosen us to take the leadership role in the development of the clearinghouse.”

Educators and administrators can use the clearinghouse to find resources on meeting the challenges of providing safe, effective learning environments. Whether that means reviewing the way an Athens, Ga., high school plants flowers to attract butterflies to their gardens (part of a grant that helps fund hands-on environmental projects for students) to reading about a private developer and a public school district that teamed up to build North Valley Regional Library in Anthem, Ariz., the ACEF program acts as a crowd-sourcing tool for development of educational facilities.

“ACEF’s primary goal is to inform, train and assist leaders nationwide on issues related to educational facilities. ACEF has a very clear and incredibly important goal—improving America’s schools by helping educational leaders make informed decisions on educational facility design,” said Denae Dorris, project manager.

Dr. Mark Littleton, professor of educational leadership and policy studies is the project director for the Tarleton-based American Clearinghouse on Educational Facilities, while Denae Dorris is the ACEF project manager.

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he idea of The Langdon Review of the Arts in Texas began in

my living room over a glass or two of Chardonnay with Tarleton alumnae Donna Walker-Nixon.

Having recently retired from Mary Hardin-Baylor, Walker-Nixon found herself ready to plunge into a literary project and fund it. I could provide the academic connection with Tarleton. “Does the world really need another poetry journal?” we pondered. Probably not, so we expanded our original idea to create a journal that would be multi-disciplined. We would invite Texas talent to submit in the areas of prose, poetry, drama, art, music, photography, religion, travel narratives, film, and personal narratives just to name a few areas of interest.

Meanwhile, the idea of an attendant writers’ festival also was taking shape. We knew we were on to something. Since Tarleton’s Langdon Center in Granbury provided the perfect venue for a festival and since Walker-Nixon’s grandmother was a Langdon, we decided on the Langdon Review as a title. The Langdon Review Weekend became the perfect complement. A four-day arts festival that always begins the Wednesday after Labor Day, it provided a venue both for journal contributors and for others who wanted to share their works with an audience.

The projects took off and have become even more successful than we imagined during those initial conversations. Four years after the launch of the Review, Walker-Nixon left to work on her own writing projects, and Dr. Moumin Quazi, now the interim director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, stepped in as co-editor. With support provided by the Inge Foundation, last year’s journal and festival featured a full gathering of the Texas Poets Laureate. Traditionally, we

had invited the current Poet Laureate of Texas to read at the festival, with a picnic hosted by Charles and Dominique Inge in their beautiful Brazos House garden. But we were determined to invite a whole group of them. And people took notice. Texas Highways editor Charles Lorhmann wrote an article about the Laureate institution, and we published 10 of the Laureates, including current Poet Laureate Karla Morton and Mildred Vorpahl Bass, the oldest living Texas Poet Laureate. Six of the Laureates were able to attend the festival, including songster Steven Fromholz.

As much fun as it is to work with the Langdon Review, I’m happy to say that it’s not my only involvement with Tarleton publications. I’m also privileged to serve with Benedda Konvicka, assistant professor in the Department of English and Languages, as co-publication director of Anthology: A Student Forum for Prose, Poetry and Visual Arts. While the Langdon

scripts, art of all varieties, and musical scores.

Like the Langdon Review, it all started with a conversation—in this case two of them.

Konvicka and I had begun to ask ourselves: “Wouldn’t it be fun to publish a student journal?

We could call it The Tarleton Review, or something equally dignified.” At the same time across town, students Jimmy Hood and Cris Edwards were having a similar discussion regarding a start-up publication to showcase student works. We got together, discussed ideas and budgets, and suddenly, the four of us found ourselves figuring out how to launch a journal together: It would be called Anthology.

Edwards’ father, a graphic designer from San Antonio, designed our logo, and we were up and running.

The first year was not without its challenges.

The prize for best short story for our first “Editors’ Choice Award” went to an intense young man who read his story publicly with great gusto and cashed a check funded by a local donor. A few days later we discovered the story was plagiarized. Books were reprinted, and the wrong made right as soon as possible.

In subsequent years, we worked out our methodology for judging and evaluating every submission. Each member of the staff has one vote, and reads every submission on his or her own time. Then we vote. Sometimes the votes are unanimous, at other times the discussions become heated. It’s rewarding to see the students’ literary analytical skills mature during this process. They move from the realm of “I like it” or “I hate it” to being able to justify their decisions in critical terms.

So runs the process until our March deadline.

By the end of April, we hold the latest issue in our hands. We celebrate “Creative Arts Day” with a publication reception and a reading by an esteemed guest author who has contributed a “guest commentary” to that year’s volume.

More than once, the books have arrived only minutes before the reception, the ink just barely dry. Another time, Konvicka and I had to retrieve the copies from a binder who worked out of her south Fort Worth garage. Filled with dogs.

But providing students the opportunity to see their work in print more than makes up for the long hours. As with The Langdon Review, this is the editorial stuff of dreams.

Review publishes works by writers from all over,

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Anthology is the exclusive domain of students.

International Programs at Tarleton State

Since the founding of the journal in 1995, it has published the works of over 500 students brave enough to submit their prose, poetry,

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A Tarleton criminal justice student (above) speaks with a law enforcement officer during the Richard T. Shigley Criminal Justice Career Fair, held annually at Tarleton.

he idea that criminal justice work is largely about analysis and science—more “CSI” than “Starsky and Hutch”—is now ingrained in our culture. But it was barely three years ago that the Criminal Justice programs at Tarleton were attracting only 175 majors. Times change. Now, with more than 350 majors (and a projected 400-plus in fall 2011), Criminal Justice offers three of the university’s fastest-growing degree programs.

“We’ve really come a long way very quickly,” says program director Dr. James J. Vardalis, himself a commissioned Texas peace officer. “That’s partly, I think, because we’ve developed a program that takes into account the various needs of our students, some of whom want to be peace officers, some of whom are already in the criminal justice field. We have options for everybody, and that has helped raise our profile. We’ve become a well-recognized criminal justice program.”

Students entering Tarleton’s Criminal Justice program can choose among three degree specialities: • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice • Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences with a major in Criminal Justice Administration • Master of Criminal Justice The B.S. in Criminal Justice, the largest in the program, is designed for students who want to enter the criminal justice field. The B.A.A.S., on the other hand, is designed for people currently working in the criminal justice system. Applicants are eligible for up to 33 hours of credit based on training they’ve received from an officially documented agency—ranging from training by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education to military or federal training. Both degrees, though, are designed to help applicants navigate the tough application process now found in most criminal justice endeavors.

“It’s increasingly competitive out there for jobs in criminal justice and law enforcement,” Vardalis says.

“They’re highly sought-after jobs, and we think our programs offer a tremendous advantage for those applying for such jobs.”

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The Master of Criminal Justice is tailored to professionals looking for career advancement within an area of expertise, or for those pursuing academic credentials to give them even more vocational options. Vardalis says this is increasingly necessary for upper-level jobs such as police chief or director of a law-enforcement training facility. It’s become a very popular degree: three years ago, 10 students

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were enrolled in the masters program; today there are 75.

“Given our students’ challenges in juggling education, work and family obligations, I really think the classroom options we offer have a lot to do with the program’s growth,” Vardalis says. Indeed, the adaptability of the options offered through the Tarleton Criminal Justice program accounts for much of its appeal. Students may learn through a mixture of face-to-face, online or hybrid classroom instruction. Vardalis says that also shows why it’s possible to pursue the degrees not just in Stephenville, but in cities from El Paso to Houston to Dallas-Fort Worth.

The program’s growth won’t slow anytime soon. Vardalis says the school may soon add a master’s degree in homeland or border security, which is sure to be highly sought. “There’s such a demand, and it’s a very unique area of law enforcement,” Vardalis says. “There are language issues, border gang and drug activity—a lot to learn.”

That’s a perfect challenge for Vardalis, and one his rapidly expanding department has already proven it is ready to meet.

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Another

Champion Year

for the Tarleton Rodeo Team

By Tibba Smith

“A winning tradition.”

That’s been the motto for the Tarleton State University Rodeo Team since the program started in 1947. Throughout the years, Tarleton has won six National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association team titles, along with 17 event titles, not to mention years of Southwest Region team and event titles.

Mark Eakin, class of ’97, serves as the director of rodeo activities and head coach. Eakin previously coached at West Texas A&M University, where he led its rodeo team to numerous National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association championship titles.

Tarleton has been a great place for cowboys and cowgirls to earn their college degrees and receive great competitive experience before turning pro. Standouts over the years who have won national titles and later qualified for the National Finals Rodeo or the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association include: David Key, Martha Tomkins Wright, Steve Fryar, Ryan Watkins, Matt Robertson and Isaac Diaz.

Both men’s and women’s teams are having a great year, vying for the lead in the Southwest Region standings with Vernon College. The Williams brothers—Chase and Chad—dominated the heading and heeling standings in the team-roping event. Chase Williams was also ranked in the tie down roping standings. The boys made the College National Finals Rodeo last year and ended up the reserve champions; they are working hard to return to Casper, Wyo. in June.

Steer wrestlers Kiel Rowan and Casey Harmon also have excelled.

Rowan won the average at three rodeos this year—Eastern New Mexico University, Odessa College and West Texas A&M. Harmon has been very consistent, getting points at several rodeos. Saddle bronc rider Tol Cawley placed throughout the fall and spring rodeos. Sam Wyatt in bull riding looks to be in good shape to making the CNFR. Bareback rider Joel Schlegeland and tie down roper Dustin Dewinne have battled some injuries, but had a great year.

The women, topping their region over Texas Tech University, have won the team title at four of the eight rodeos this year. Kody Engle, Cassie Vierstra, Kylie Ward and Cassie Ward, all seniors and great multi-event cowgirls, are making their last year something to remember. Engle, Vierstra and Cassie Ward dominated the women’s all-around standings, and placed in every event they compete in. Vierstra made a huge comeback in goattying. After not placing much the first semester, she won the average at three successive rodeos.

The team was in great shape to send many students to the CNFR held in Casper, Wyo. in June. These students showed that the team motto has not changed over the years; they continue to be strong contenders in their individual events and the team standings.

T i b b a S m i t h is assistant rodeo coach at Tarleton.

To learn more, contact the Office of Rodeo Activities: www.tarleton.edu/rodeo | (254) 968-9187

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The 2010 season started with high expectations with a new head coach and several new faces on the Tarleton Texan roster, but injuries and youthfulness got in the way of the purple and white making a second-straight trip to the NCAA Division II playoffs.

The Texans finished the season 3-8 overall and 2-4 in the Lone Star Conference South Division with a team that had just a handful of seniors on the field by the final game.

“We had to overcome injuries and youthfulness this season, but I am proud of the way our team continued to go out and fight,” said first-year head coach Cary Fowler.

Fowler, who took over the squad after the team reached the second round of the national playoffs in 2009, saw 10 of his players honored by the LSC, including running back Evan Roberts who was the Texans’ lone All-LSC South Division First Team pick.

Tarleton lost three games by five or less points and averaged 21.5 points per game on offense. The Texans averaged 324.8 yards per game, including 112.5 yards rushing and 212.3 yards through the air. The Texan defense allowed 143.7 yards rushing and 240.8 yards passing per game for a total of 384.5 yards per outing.

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The Tarleton Texan men’s basketball program is one of the elite programs not just in the Lone Star Conference, but in the South Central Region. In fact, it could be said that over the last nine seasons, the Texans are one of the best in the nation.

Tarleton, which claimed its fifth LSC division championship in 2010-11, finished the season in its seventh regional tournament in the last nine seasons—more than any other school in the region.

The Texans also claimed the LSC South Division title this season with a 13-1 record.

“We feel we have built our program to be one of the best in the nation,” said head coach Lonn Reisman. “We had a good season. Did we accomplish everything we set out to do, no, but winning the South Division championship is a very tough thing to do. Winning a tournament title is done in three days, but to win the division trophy,

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you have to fight and grind for two months, and I am proud of the way our guys and our staff prepared, played and secured the title for Tarleton.”

The Texans, who finished the year 24-6 overall, were ranked No. 17 in the final national poll released by the National Association of Basketball Coaches. Tarleton had reached as high as No. 6 in the poll during the season.

The Texans finished the season No. 1 in the nation in scoring defense, holding opponents to 53.3 points per outing. Tarleton was also fourth in the nation in scoring margin (16.5) and field goal percentage defense (38.5). The Texans finished seventh in the nation in turnover margin (4.2) and 13th in rebounding margin (6.5).

Tarleton led the LSC in several categories as well.

Tarleton was led by point guard Corin Henry with 14.2 points per game, 53 steals and 127 assists. Henry was named to the NABC AllDistrict Second Team after being a First Team All-South Central Region selection by Daktronics.

The senior was also named All-LSC South Division First Team and the LSC South Division Defensive Player of the Year. Senior Wale Ogunoye was named to the LSC All-Academic Team for the second time in his career.

Reisman was named the division’s Coach of the Year—his 10th such honor, including his fourth time to be named an LSC Division Coach of the Year. Tarleton has now claimed 12 20-win seasons under Reisman, including eight in the last 10 seasons, dating back to 2001-02.

Athletics The 2010 TexAnn volleyball team received a number of individual honors and made a trip to the conference tournament to highlight an unforgettable season in the program’s history.

Senior libero Shea McBrearty earned First Team All-Conference honors, as well as All-Academic honors for her performance both on the court and in the classroom this season. The Dripping Springs native recorded 513 digs this year, and set the career all-time dig record at Tarleton. She also led the TexAnns with 39 service aces offensively.

Also named to the All-Conference First Team was senior outside hitter Rachel Wolf out of Windthorst. Wolf collected a team-high 350 kills to go along with 231 digs and 24 service aces. Wolf has been a leader both vocally and with her production on the court as one of the TexAnns’ veteran seniors.

Both McBrearty and Wolf were also named to the All-Tournament team for the LSC Championships in Canyon.

“I am very proud of our girls, especially our seniors,” said head coach Mary Schindler. “In their four years here they were able to accomplish so much on the court and in the classroom. They made an impact on Tarleton and TexAnn volleyball that will be recognized for years to come.”

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It was a year of firsts and bests for the 2010-11 Tarleton women’s basketball team.

For the first time in school history, the TexAnns won the Lone Star Conference South Division title.

“It’s really a milestone for this program,” said head coach Ronnie Hearne. “It’s something that is going to be really special to our girls, not just now, but 10 years from now, 15 years from now when they look back on their time here.”

At 25-5, the TexAnns had a number of important victories and strongly defended their home court with a 13-1 mark, including 7-0 in LSC South home games.

Other achievements by this year’s team were the best start in school history (24-2), best regular season conference record (13-1) and a 13-game winning streak. On top of that, Tarleton added its third trip to the NCAA tournament in

program history and eighth consecutive visit to the Lone Star Conference tournament.

The season was one enjoyed by the most fans in Tarleton’s history, accumulating 35,667 in attendance throughout the year. This number is the most ever for the TexAnns, who led the conference in average home attendance once again by tallying over 1,700 fans per game.

Individual accolades received by TexAnns were numerous and earned throughout the season.

Shelby Adamson led Tarleton with 16.1 points per game and was named All-America Honorable Mention, All-LSC First Team, LSC Academic Player of the Year and Academic All-Region. She also led NCAA Division II in free throws attempted with 263, which set school records for season and career totals.

Sonya Sundberg was named All-LSC Honorable

Mention, as well as to the All-LSC Academic Team and Academic All-Region honorable mention.

Also named to the All-LSC Honorable Mention squad was Kelsey Benford, Morgan Stehling and Kiara Wright, who led Tarleton with 7.6 rebounds per game.

Not only were the players honored at the end of the season, but also Hearne, who was named the LSC South Division Coach of the Year.

“We made a lot of history this year,” said Hearne. “We won the South Division title, had a 25-win season and it’s the third time in the last six years to make the NCAA tournament.

We also achieved our highest-ever rankings and got a number of individual awards. Overall, this season was a success and I am very proud of our girls.”

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Cassie Myatt Caldwell played volleyball for the TexAnns in 1984-87 and tennis in 1986-88. She was a four-year starter for the TexAnn volleyball team. She was an all-conference honoree in 1985, 1986 and 1987. Caldwell was named the team’s MVP in 1987 while also being selected to the all-district team. She also received the Most Inspirational award all four years.

Caldwell lettered in tennis for three years and was the number one singles player in 1987 and number two player in 1988. She was a member of the Texas Intercollegiate Athletics Association conference champion doubles team in 1988 and was named the team’s MVP in 1987. Caldwell was given the TexAnn Award for Leadership the same year.

Chad Cole played football for the Texans from 1995-98. He received the John Fielding Higgs Award for the Most Valuable Player in 1997.

During his career, Cole threw for 7,267 yards, averaging 196.4 yards per game in 37 contests. He was named second team All-LSC South in 1997 and 1998, honorable mention All-LSC in 1996, Tarleton’s Co-Offensive MVP in 1996 and the 1998 Preseason LSC South Most Valuable Player.

He was a three-time LSC South Player of the Week.

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James Love was a track and field student-athlete for Tarleton from 1960-64. In 1961 as a sophomore, Love finished second in the 100-yard dash with a time of 9.4 seconds at the East Texas track meet. He came back to win the 220-yard dash. Then in another meet that year, Love—the team captain—was first in the low hurdles (24.2), third in the high hurdles, second in the 100-yard dash and anchored the second place 440-relay while picking up fourth in the long jump.

He helped the team in 1963 to strong finishes as well. He won the 220 with a time of 21.8 seconds—0.3 seconds later than his nearest contender at the North Texas State Relays. He also won the 220 at the Arlington State meet while finishing second in the 100-yard dash in a dual meet with North Texas State College. He was the high point man for the team at the East Texas State meet in 1963 and was the third highest scoring individual. At one time, he held a Tarleton record in the 100-yard dash (9.5), 220-yard dash (20.4) and the 220-low hurdles (23.5). He is a retired lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army.

Craig Hancock played football for the Texans in 1985-87 and track

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and field from 1984-89. Hancock was a three-year starter at free safety who helped the team to two TIAA championships and played in the Aztec Bowl in 1984 and the Sunflower Bowl in 1986. He also played in the NAIA Division II semi-final playoff game in 1987.

Hancock was a three-time first team all-conference selection and an honorable mention All-American selection in 1987. He was named the conference Defensive Player of the Week four times and was named the Defensive Team MVP in 1985.

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Jennifer Maupin Paul played softball for the TexAnns in

Five former Tarleton State University student-athletes have been selected to the Athletic Hall of Fame and were inducted into the 2010-11 Hall of Fame Class during Hall of Fame Weekend, April 8-9.

1996-99. Paul was named Tarleton’s first-ever All-American selection and was an All-South Central Region selection. She was also an LSC South Division All-Conference honoree who helped Tarleton to its first LSC South Division championship in the program’s third year of existence.

Paul is tied for the school record with two triples in a single game and holds the triples in a career record with 16. She also holds the career record for total bases (297), slugging percentage (.570) and tied for fewest strikeouts with 22 in a career.

The five players joined 128 other Tarleton Athletic Hall of Fame members included in the school’s most prestigious athletic group.

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sports Highlights The student-athlete graduation rate is higher than the overall graduation rate at Tarleton. For the latest rates that take into account students who started their college careers in 2003, Tarleton’s student-athletes have a 52 percent graduation rate compared to 39 percent of all students in that cohort.

Westyn Rosiles, Tarleton’s lone cross country senior this season, earned All-Region honors for the second time in his four-year career with a time of 32:37 in the 10K race.

He finished 15th overall in the race. In 2010, Rosiles won three races and was named to the All-LSC First Team after finishing seventh at the LSC Championships.

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The nationally-ranked Tarleton TexAnn tennis team has made it to eightstraight NCAA Division II regional tournaments.

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The TexAnn golf team is the winningest program in NCAA Division I, II and III since the 2006-07 season. Tarleton has won the last five Super Region Four titles and earned their fourth-straight Lone Star Conference crown in April. Carla Cooper, who finished the tournament threeunder par, led wire-to-wire and finished six strokes ahead to win her first LSC individual title. Cooper was named the LSC Player of the Year and the Academic Player of the Year for the second-straight season.

She and teammate Melanie Tham won the conference title all four years with the Tarleton program. Following their LSC championship and first place NCAA West Regional performance, the TexAnns competed in the NCAA national tournament at The Meadows in Allendale, Mich. where they finished in fourth place. Sharon Lau was named Division II Freshman of the Year by the National Golf Coaches Association—the first such honor for the TexAnns’ program—while four other golfers were named All-Americans. At the conclusion of the season, Cooper was named to the NGCA Division II All-America First Team.

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The nationally-ranked Tarleton baseball team achieved its best start in school history, opening the 2011 season with a 14-2 record and ending their campaign with an at-large bid in the NCAA Division II South Central Region Championship. The regional appearance is just the second in the program’s history.

Tarleton’s only other trip to the national tournament occurred in 1998. The Texans have made back-to-back trips to the Lone Star Conference tournament (2009 and 2010) and completed their most successful regular season in school history with a 35-13 record and 23-12 mark in conference play. The Texans also broke into the national polls for the first time in program history, getting as high as No. 15.

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The TexAnn softball team fell short of earning the program’s 11th trip to the Lone Star Conference Championship Tournament this season, and completed the season with a 10-11 mark in division play, and 21-25-1 overall.

Samantha Swanda was named the LSC South Division Newcomer of the Year.

Kelsey Latta was named All-LSC South Division Second Team at second base, and she was joined on the second team by outfielder Rebecca Wessels. Catcher Katie Welborn, designated player Swanda and utility player Arianna Rodriguez were all named All-LSC South Division Honorable Mention. Tarleton’s Brittany Dumas was also named to the LSC South Division All-Academic Team.

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The Tarleton track and field program hosted the 2011 Lone Star Conference Championships in May and capped their season by sending a participant to this year’s Division II Track & Field National Championships.

Derekia Coleman, a freshman South Central All-Region selection from Fairfield, represented Tarleton at the national championships in the 100- and 200-meter dashes. Freshman Payton Shoush, of Brock, gave the TexAnns their only LSC championship this season after winning the 800-meter title in Stephenville.

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Tarleton’s Brandon Johnson was named to the Allstate/American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team.

Johnson becomes the second Tarleton player to earn the prestigious honor in the last two years, following Jacob Rowe as last year’s recipient. He was one of 22 studentathletes chosen for the 2010 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, one of the most prestigious off-the-field honors in college football.

“For us to have two players named to the Good Works Team in the last two years is incredible,” said Tarleton head coach Cary Fowler. “There are many schools that can’t even boast about having one player in the history of their program on the team, and now for us to have two players in the last two years is a tremendous honor. However, it shows the type of young men and character we have on our roster.”

Johnson, a senior corner back from Giddings, has been very active during his time at Tarleton, both on and off the field. He has participated in Fantastic Field Day, Rock the Gym, Meals on Wheels, Angel League and Tarleton Round-Up. Johnson has also helped several senior citizens through moving furniture, cleaning yards and houses, painting and other household chores. He has also helped lead a reading program where he goes to local schools and reads to the students.

“Allstate’s partnership with the AFCA to present this award is not about X’s and O’s,” said Guy Hill, vice president of sales and service for Allstate. “By shining a spotlight on college football student-athletes who demonstrate a unique commitment to serving their communities, we are protecting the integrity of the sport and showcasing its positive impact that extends well beyond the field of play.”

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AlumniNews Class Notes

Danni Odom, ’86, has been accepted into the school of nursing at the University of Texas at Arlington. Her projected graduation date with RN is 2012.

John C. Hagaman Jr., ’04, ’05, who majored in business

Alumni Academic Forum

Held annually, the Alumni Academic Forum celebrates the accomplishments of former students by bringing them back to campus to share their experiences with current students.

College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences

Rodney Hyatt, B.S. in Agriculture ’69, is the human resources officer for USDA - Soil and Natural Resources Conservation Service where he is responsible for providing leadership to the state conservationists and their principal staff throughout Texas with recruitment, compensation, training, awards programs, benefits, safety and civil rights.

College of Business Administration

Mark Washington, B.B.A. in human resources management ’93, currently serves as the director of human resources and civil service for the city of Austin. As director, Washington provides the human relations support for the city’s workforce of about 12,000 employees. He previously served as assistant director of human resources for the city of Fort Worth, where he worked for 13 years.

College of Education

Dr. Linda Autry, M.S. in counseling ’90, is the program chair of the counseling education department at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in Odessa. She also serves on the University’s National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education Committee and UT-PB’s Faculty Senate. She is a licensed professional counselor and LPC supervisor.

Dr. Cindy Edwards, B.S. ’82, M.S. ’83, Ed.D. ’06, serves Lipan ISD as superintendent of schools. In her dissertation, Edwards developed a unique mathematical formula for integrating a number of educational outcomes into a single numerical performance index, thus setting a new standard of assessing schools’ performances.

College of Liberal & Fine Arts

Bethany Kolter Dodson, B.A. in history ’01, M.A. in history ’08, is the curatorial assistant and educator at the W.K. Gordon Center for Industrial History of Texas where she assists in managing the historical collections and creates ingenious programs designed to be TEKS-aligned, interactive programming for visiting school children from kindergarten through grade 12. She has also initiated the museum’s online programming.

David Kincannon, B.A. in government ’68, is a premier State Farm

Tarleton State University

Agency owner. His agency has earned industry designations such as: Chartered Life Underwriter, Chartered Financial Consultant and Chartered Advisor for Senior Living from the American College. He is a member of the Society of Financial Service Professionals and is extremely involved in non-profit programs in the Cross Timbers region.

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College of Science & Technology

Debra Stanphill, B.S. in nursing ’97, works as a registered nurse and children’s health advocate at the Stephenville Family Medicine Clinic handling vaccination record coordination with state of Texas programs. Debra and her husband, David, set up a Tarleton scholarship in 1998 awarded to a pre-dental or pre-med student from Erath, Bosque or Comanche counties.

Dr. Frank Terrell, Tarleton State College ’58, a leading medical professional, has served the Cross Timbers area for nearly 40 years.

As a community leader he served the youth of the area as a member of the Stephenville ISD Board of Trustees for 21 years and continues working with the Junior Livestock Association.

management and leadership, is president and CEO of Texan Muscle Group of Rockwall. He has recently been awarded franchise rights for several Max Muscle Sports Nutrition stores in the DFW area.

Jenafer Frances Davidson, ’09, is attending law school at the University of Tulsa College of Law.

Dana M. Seals, ’04, recently took a position with Komatsu Architecture, an international architecture firm based in Fort Worth, as director of marketing.

Marni M. (Lamb) White, ’96, is the business office manager at Navarro College. Her husband, Dane R. White, ’90, is a police detective with the city of Dallas. The Whites are proud to have sent their daughter to college at Tarleton, making her a third generation Tarleton graduate.

Elaine Smith, ’81, published a book, “Ridin Around” set in 1980 in and around Tarleton State University. Learn more about her book at www.ridinaroundbook.com. Smith commented that the friends she gained in college at Tarleton have proved to be true, purple friends.

Amanda Baze Hall, ’06, who was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at age 3, competed against eight contestants and was crowned Ms. Wheelchair Texas 2011 in Houston. She was selected because of her enthusiasm and willingness to talk about her situation, plus her encouragement to others to discover resources and opportunities for those with disabilities.

Timothy Edward Renfro, ’97, is an assistant professor of physics at McMurry University, and recently researched and published a book in the field of solid state physics. His wife, Lorrie Kay Gann Renfro is an English teacher at Eula ISD. Renfro was a starting left guard on the 1994 Tarleton Texan Football Team.

Connie M. Fair, ’61-’63, is a former district conservationist, who retired after 32 years of service with USDA-NRCS. She currently resides in Fort Worth.

Lindsay Brooke (Morrison) Martin, ’05, is a teacher with Nixon-Smiley CISD. Her husband, Clint Jarratt Martin, ’05, is a cattle ranch operator and a musician set to release his second album in 2011.

Retired U.S. Air Force Major General Chris Adams, ’50, of Granbury received the D.A.R. Medal of Honor, the highest honor given by the National Society D.A.R., at the Texas D.A.R. State Conference in Dallas. The award is given to a U.S. citizen who has shown extraordinary qualities of leadership, trustworthiness, service and patriotism.

The Distinguished Alumni Gala was held March 26, 2011.

The Tarleton Alumni Association recognized seven people including Distinguished Alums Jerry Golden ’68, Luine Hancock ’65 and Terry Price ’72; Outstanding Young Alumnus Cody Martin ’01 and ’04; Distinguished Staff Barbara Taylor; Distinguished Faculty Joe Cummings; and Distinguished Friend Fred Parker ’67.

Contact us Send your alumni and class updates to: K a r i L e w i s Box T-0060, Stephenville, Texas 76402 kllewis@tarleton.edu | (254) 968-9772

Passages 2010 – 2011

Dr. Johnny Dunn, a retired professor in the health and physical education department, passed away Jan. 18, 2011, in Fort Worth. He began his career at Tarleton in 1953.

During his almost four decades at the university, Dunn also was a faculty member and served under four presidents - E.J. Howell, W.O. Trogdon, Barry B. Thompson and Dennis P. McCabe.

J. Louis Evans, one of the founders of the Tarleton Athletics Hall of Fame and the Texan Club, passed away July 24, 2010. He attended Tarleton from 1939 to 1942. He wrote “The Spirit of Tarleton” which was first delivered at the December 1984 Tarleton commencement. He served on the Tarleton Athletic Council, was announcer for Stephenville High School and Tarleton for 20 years, and never missed a home game.

He was also the editor of the Stephenville Empire-Tribune, and won numerous awards in column, editorial and feature writing from the West Texas Press Association, Texas Press Association and United Press.

Ret. Lt. Col. E.R. “Bob” Henningsen, 86, a retired professor from Tarleton State University, passed away Jan. 1, 2011, in Stephenville. His 32-year teaching career at Tarleton began in 1957.

Dr. George Housewright, a professor emeritus, passed away June 30, 2010, at the age of 75. He retired from Tarleton in 1998.

His career at Tarleton began in 1974, serving as head of business administration.

Dr. Hugh M. Jeffus, a retired associate professor in hydrology, passed away Jan. 18, 2011, in Fayetteville, Ark. Dr. Jeffus joined Tarleton in 1989 as an assistant professor of hydrology for the mathematics and physics department. He also assisted TIAER with research.

Dr. Tom Pilkington, professor of English, passed away May 10, 2011, at a Fort Worth hospital. He joined the Tarleton faculty in 1969. He was a Texas A&M Regents professor, a Tarleton State University Scholar and a member of the Texas Institute of Letters.

Pilkington was the author or editor of 13 books, published numerous articles in both scholarly journals and popular magazines and was a regular book reviewer for the Dallas Morning News and Houston Chronicle.

W.O. “Bill” Trogdon, 12th president of Tarleton State University and namesake of the historic Trogdon House, passed away Jan. 8, 2011, in Stephenville, at age 90. He became president of Tarleton in 1966, and served for 16 years.

During his tenure, several important new academic programs were launched, including agricultural education, industrial arts, an enhanced nursing program and graduate degree offerings. He also presided over several important new building projects, including Wisdom Gym, the Humanities Building and the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center.

Trogdon stepped down as president in 1982, but continued to be a part of the campus as a part-time agronomy professor for six years before fully retiring in 1988.

Hugh O. Wolfe, a businessman and community leader of Stephenville, passed away May 20, 2010, in Fort Worth, at the age of 97.

He attended Tarleton in the early 1930s, where he participated in football, basketball and track.

Following his father’s death in 1957, he returned to Stephenville to direct the operations of the family nursery and pecan business.

Wolfe was active in the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, Tarleton Alumni Association and First Christian Church. He served three terms on the Stephenville ISD Board of Trustees and also served on the Board of Regents of the University of North Texas at Denton. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He and his wife, Ernestine, enjoyed traveling and acquired many paintings during their trips overseas. Prior to his death, he donated the collection to Tarleton.

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March 15, 2010 – March 15, 2011

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Brenda Adams ’94 C.H. Adams Charolette Adams ’69 Clarence Irving Ahlgen ’42 Benny Albert Alley Sr. ’45 Pebble Allen ’65 Jack L. Anderson ’44 Betty Ansley Ralph E. Ashwander ’37 Joseph Driver Bacon Jr. ’40 Billy Baker ’71 Mary Jane Foster Barclay ’41 Paul D. Beardern ’42 Charles Pless Beasley ’40 Dorothy Standridge Beckworth ’44 Angela Benavidez ’00 James Elton Bennett ’42 Zelda “Lue” Custer Bennett ’87 Lewis Parker Blackburn ’38 Christine C. Bonds Nancy Pauline Bratton Bonham ’38 Jimmy Box ’74 Kacee Roy Bradley Alban Bridges ’41 Annetta Hereford Bridges ’41 Truman Bridges ’60 Eddie (Barber) Brown Ralph Lynn Browning ’75 Cody Allen Burns ’04 Edward Allen Burns ’35 Robert “Butch” Burns ’90 John Byrd ’33 Joseph Calderon ’89 Rosemary Carter Lessie Head Castleberry ’28 Elizabeth Isom Ceresini ’70 Katherine Chidley ’76 Mary Louise Huddleston Clark ’46 Tommy Joe Compton ’49 Buton Lewis Cook ’29 Wallace Cook Michael Cooper ’00 A.C. “Cecil” Copeland ’47 Mary (Beth) Garrett Copeland ’52 Reece Charles Coppenger ’50 Raymond Daniel Coppic ’50 William Gene Cowan ’48 Ted Ray Cranford ’52 Mary Burleson Crosswhite ’51 Kenneth Eugene Cypert Maxine Dameron Grady Daniels ’73 Naoma Graves Darby ’34 Jimmy Hale Davidson ’41 Harold Steven Davis ’96 William DeJong Harold Ryan Derby ’07 Betty Cox Dobbs ’47 Howell Dodd

Dr. John P. Dunn Dorothy Weeks Dyson Betty Knudson Edgar ’54 Marcus Warren Edwards ’00 Nancy Means Edwards ’61 Shawn Dee Eicher Robert Sterling Elliot Sr. ’64 Col. Carl T. Ellis Jr. ’79 Marilyn Ellison J. Louis Evans ’41 Melinda “Lea” Fink ’04 Wesley Allan Fletcher Jr. Brett Flowers ’83 Velton Lee Ford ’62 John Cabot Foster Robert Harrison Fowler ’40 M. Watson Frazar ’38 Olene Cleveland Friou ’35 Mary Jane Furr ’75 James A. Gallant ’38 Norma Jean Sparks Gibson ’66 George S. Gideon ’41 Stacey Michelle Gillumn ’00 Martha Jean Goodman Johhny Goodwin ’86 Gerald W. Gorman ’41 Karen Wolf Graham ’88 Bradley Graves Laurie Greene ’77 Martrue Hutcheson Greenwood ’75 Felix M. Gresham Sheena Griffin ’05 William W. “Bill” Grisham Jr. ’40 Steven H. Guthrie ’95 Ricky Harding H.L. Harless ’66 Seth Hartin ’08 Josef Hausler ’90 Millard Henley LTC (Ret) E.R. “Bob” Henningsen Maxine Hester Betty Hinkson LTC (Ret) John Henry Holcomb III Irene Baber Holeyfield ’39 Calva McCurdy Holland ’37 Noel Wesley Milton Hollyfield Sr. ’40 George M. Housewright Christine Jernigan Hudgins Gary Don Humberson ’76 Norman K. Hunter Agnes Huskins ’40 Shirley Annita Hutson Eugen Jaggars ’52 Verlyn WarnlockJaresh ’62 Dr. Hugh M. Jeffus Marjorie Barnhill Johnson ’44 Marlisa K. Johnson ’90 Nina Joiner Dena Jones ’08

Harold D. “Doug” Jones ’50 David Kanady ’00 Michael Jon Keith ’62 Wayland M. Keith ’51 Dorothy Elizabeth Kennedy Margarette Denman Kent Scott Korn ’08 Stephen John Krasusky ’86 Jennifer Noel Landreth ’04 Lindsey Lear ’09 Lauri Lynn Lee ’83 Janie Zacharias Leos ’74 Yvonne Alsup Locklin ’54 Carl Loeffler ’69 Edwin Logan ’48 LTC (Ret.) Clyde H. Lovelady Jr. ’43 Mary Lovell Delbert Lowe Bobby Lowery ’78 Johnny Lucas Dan R. Marrs E. Wayne May ’48 Doris Elizabeth Mazzei ’41 W.C. McClellan ’42 Patsy Murray McConachie ’38 Charles R. McCord ’58 Julie Zlatovich McDanel Dean McDaniel Jr. ’08 Mark P. McElroy Jr. ’62 Scott William McKinney ’81 James Edward Miears ’51 Fanora Elizabeth Miller Byron Briscoe Monahan ’08 Alex Herbert Moore ’49 Doris Jean Moore Kathleen Moss Moore John Richard Morgan ’09 Mary Frances Carruth Morgan ’41 Marvin O. Moring ’44 Ronald Blake Nabors ’84 Annabel Tidwell Newman ’33 LTC. (Ret.) Theodore Ruseell O’Connor Dorine Oden ’34 Phillip Ogan ’51 Raymond Olson ’57 Bonnie McCoy Osburn ’40 Jacqueie Durham Overstreet ’51 Guy Owens John Michael Paramore ’93 Jeanette Marie Park ’09 Forrest Henry Parks Jr. ’66 Gary Pendleton ’80 Ann Bulecza Petronis James Pratt ’53 Humphrey Price Nina Evans Pritchard ’41 William Russell Pryor Sheron Ray ’04 Vanessa Rangel ’12

Edwin Reed ’48 Shirley Adelle Williamson Rice ’34 Charles Riggins ’46 Jennifer Rittenour Hershel Lee Roach Jr. ’54 Morris “Sam” Samford ’66 James Russell Saunders Jr. ’37 Roy Leslie Sawyer ’55 Billye Ann Schewenn James H. Schiurring ’43 Albert C. Scott ’52 Douglas Ray Scott ’85 Zach Shaver ’13 Dr. George Shelton Wanda Siekman Ashley Harold Sills Jr. ’43 Patsy Skillman ’67 James Slay ’53 Clyde Warren Smith ’41 C.H. Smith Kathleen Moore Sorenson Steven Aubrey Spears ’82 Joann Russell Speck ’49 Wayne Stephens ’87 W.C. “Dub” Stokes ’45 John Ales Stovall Inga Svendsen ’10 Linda Sue Tate ’69 Louise Snow Tate ’43 CW4 Robert Clark Thomas Mildred Thormann Dawn L. Thornton ’05 Charlie Trigg ’42 W. O. “Bill” Trogdon Cora Trott Tracy Twyford ’80 R.L. “Bob” Vandaveer ’66 Steven Keith Vandiver ’84 Jane Frese Walinder ’77 Wanda Bartlett Walker ’59 Bobby Warren Winnie Pauline Flint West Bobbie Burns Wheeler ’41 Marguerite Capps White ’42 Hubert O. Whitt Jr. ’46 Jim Wiginton ’60 DeWitt King Wilhite ’41 Donald Williams ’41 Mary Ella Williamson Terrell Williamson Wallace Wilson ’56 Hugh Wolfe ’31 Martha Patton Wolfe ’48 Craig Woodson Danny Ray Wooley ’65 Bob Wright ’50 Don Wayne Wright Jr. ’07 Charles Young Willie Zapalac

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