2020 Issue

Austin College Magazine 2020 IssueFrom the President
As a new decade begins, we at Austin College are looking forward even as we embrace our heritage.

360º Global Life – ‘Roos Around the World
The word “global” is so … global in 2020. Almost the entire planet is accessible in ways unimaginable before the advent of the World Wide Web.

Good to Go
The Austin College experience has been successfully launching graduates into careers and postgraduate and professional studies for decades.

Just Keep Running – A Story of Determination
At first glance, one can almost miss the resemblance between the two veteran members of the Austin College men’s cross country team. Turns out, it’s somewhat by design.

Pledged to the Public Good
With 42 years of experience in public administration, Dan Johnson ’77 says it was an internship at the City of Sherman while a student at Austin College that helped him find his way into the field.

Indian Cultural Association
Austin College Indian Cultural Association members present Holi (Festival of Colors) every spring on campus, sharing the celebration with all interested students. Observed since ancient times, the Indian national holiday marks the start of spring, as well as the conquest of good over evil and the coming together of people of all social hierarchies. Colored powders and waters are thrown in jubilation.

Leaves Book and Tea Shop – A Mindful Approach to Business
Tea people appreciate a good pause. Todd and Tina Miller Howard, both ’99, expect that the time it takes to steep a proper cup of tea can help their customers at Leaves Book and Tea Shop slow down and connect.

Public Health Proves Popular Major
Less than five years after Public Health was added to the Austin College curriculum, it is one of the top five majors among graduates.

Power to the ‘Roos – POWER Campaign Update
By November 30, 2019, one year after President Steven O’Day publicly announced the Power Austin College Campaign, fundraising had reached 89% of the $125 million goal.

‘Roo NotesPower Austin College Campaign

  • Bulletin Board
  • Class Notes
  • A Distinguished ‘Roo
  • An Official Swearing In
  • Welcome Home to Texas
  • Movin’ On Up
  • From Camper to Director
  • Alumni Bookshelf
  • Beautiful Music
  • Empathetic Physician in Training
  • ‘Roo Legacies
  • Honoring our Sports Legends
  • ‘Roo Mates
    Photo by Christopher Maniet
    The Aussies Dance Team was one of several student groups performing at the fall 2019 Diwali presentation on campus. Captain Amy Sierra ’21 created the group’s dance specifically for the cultural event. Caught in this moment, Sylvia Sit ’22 provides the face for the five members performing. Other arms belong to Amy Sierra, Allie Straeck ’22, Bella MacMiller ’21, and Alex Fry ’21.
  • Joeys
  • 2019 Alumni and Volunteer Awards
  • Crimson & Gold … and Purple
  • In Memoriam

In Other Words – Commitment That Runs Deep
I often tell students who are starting their college search, “If you want to expand your horizons, go to a small school.”

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