The ’Roo Connection
’Roos are characterized by qualities that make them engaged citizens and mindful individuals. Here are a few photos from 2025 that highlight ’Roos connected by compassion, dedication, community, exploration, fellowship, and
leadership.
Connected by Compassion
Service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega honored the nearly 3,000 lives lost on 9/11 by writing the victims’ names in chalk on Windsor Mall as a memorial walk.
Connected by Dedication
The thrill of competition motivates the fierce to chase greatness.
Student-athletes give their all to their sports and their studies.
149 student-athletes earned all-conference academic honors last year.
Connected by Community
The soles of those called to lead carry them in the familiar steps of a service-driven life.
Students served the community during the annual Great Day of Service on November 8, 2025, volunteering at Eisenhower State Park (top), Sherman Animal Shelter (above left), and Grand Central Station (above right).
We all celebrate when the match brings rivals together in friendship.
Mascots from Sherman ISD, Tom Bean ISD, Denison ISD, and Bells ISD joined Rowdy ’Roo in a friendly relay during halftime at an AC football game last fall.
Connected by Exploration
Challenging the boundaries of our imagination, we step boldly into new discoveries.
A Homecoming art exhibit (top) by Mars Woodhill ’76, Elements on Earth and Beyond II, immersed viewers in a kaleidoscope of color, texture, and material.
Homecoming guests used “Rose”—the campus telescope named after the Yellow Rose of Texas—to skim the night sky during the Star Party in Adams Observatory (above right). Other fun happenings in the IDEA Center included “Liquid Nitrogen Happy Hour,” with chemistry faculty and students making instant ice cream (left).
Connected by Fellowship
Vibrant spirits glow in the familiar rays of joy and friendship.
Students welcomed spring with a colorful display at Holi 2025, hosted by the Indian Cultural Association (ICA).
Kangapalooza is the annual spring festival that includes a concert, lawn games (like the hoola hoop contest seen here), and other fun activities for students.
The preservation of our traditions unites a multitude of pioneers.
Members of Austin College Greek organizations, spring 2025.
Connected by Leadership
2025 Posey Leadership Award recipient, atmospheric scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, touched upon topics of leadership in climate action and solutions of hope and equality during her presentation on April 8.
A new generation is challenged to act on their convictions and lead a stronger world.
Former Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall (above), who received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters at Commencement in May 2025, delivered an inspiring address to graduates.
