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Home » Issues » Summer 2012 » ‘Roo Notes

Joey’s Corner

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Joeys

William Patrick was born on October 11, 2011, to Lindsey and Austin Amos ’99. The family, including sister, Claire, lives in Plano, Texas. Paul Amon Bennett II and Elise Noelle Bennett were born September 16, 2011, to Janet and Paul William Bennett ’89 of Dallas. McKayla Eve was born to Bobby Hale and Heather Lenhart… [Read More]

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Golden ‘Roos

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Elaine Mangelsdorf Hull sported her freshman beanie as President Marjorie Hass presented her with her Golden ’Roo medallion.

Members of the Austin College Class of 1962 officially became Golden ’Roos during Commencement weekend in May as they marked the 50th anniversary of their graduation. Reminiscences, hugs, and much laughter were the staples of the weekend. Several Golden ’Roos from earlier years also attended the annual festivities, including Jack Selman ’57, celebrating 55 years,… [Read More]

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Class Notes

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Carmen Tafolla

65 Buck Files received the Texas Board of Legal Specialization Tom Garner Distinguished Service Award in February. The award is given annually to an outstanding TBLS volunteer in memory of Garner who “epitomized the best ideals of volunteer service … knowledgeable, dedicated, thorough, hard-working, and consistently displayed integrity.” See the story on Leading Lawyers. 68… [Read More]

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ACcolades

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Bob Johnson

Governors Choice Robert Johnson ’53 has received a gubernatorial appointment to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources. The Board meets quarterly to receive and consider completed nominations to the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. President of The Johnson Group in McLean, Virginia, Bob serves on the Austin College Board of… [Read More]

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On The Gridiron

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Buck Buchanan

Starting out as a graduate assistant for the Kangaroo football teams seems to set coaches off on quite successful careers. Three alumni who made their mark first on the playing fields then went on to coach from the sidelines for the Austin College football squad have some new assignments for the upcoming season. Larry Fedora… [Read More]

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A Heart For Service – Evelyn Jacoby Scurry ’65

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Evelyn Scurry

As an Austin College student Evelyn Jacoby Scurry ’65 took part in an Operation Crossroads Africa trip to Liberia in 1964—and she has been  committed to service ever since. She wanted to instill in her children the value of helping others. She’s been successful. Her daughter, Holly, is vice president of Family Legacy Missions International… [Read More]

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Awards For Austin College Designs

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Austin College Magazine - Spring 2012

The Winter 2011 issue of Austin College Magazine received a Silver Award this spring at the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Region IV competition in the category of “Magazine Design, Complete Unit.” The Winter 2012 issue earned Silver for its cover design. Also garnering awards were the “Century of Science” logo… [Read More]

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John Williams, The Doctor

Updated on: June 1, 2012

Best Doctors

The Austin College Class of 1984 includes two graduates named John Williams. John D. Williams went to seminary and after completing his degree, returned to Austin College in 1993 to work in the religious life program, now serving as chaplain. John L. Williams headed to medical school at Texas Tech University and then completed residencies… [Read More]

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The Loss Of Friends/In Memoriam

Updated on: June 1, 2012

The campus community lost three of its own in recent months with the deaths of staff and faculty. Richard “Dick” Tappa, professor emeritus of music, died December 23, 2011. He joined the faculty in 1964 and, in addition to his classrooms, could be found at the organ or piano at most any Austin College formal… [Read More]

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