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JUNE 2015
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JUNE 2015
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Career Services 2
RRC Writing Center 3
Student Leadership and Activities Organization 5
College of Education 6
Texas State Career Services is happy to announce that
Miguel Guerrero, Career Advisor, will be available to
meet with students and alumni, by appointment, at the
Texas State Round Rock Campus on:
Miguel is available for resume critiques, interview prep,
job-search strategies, and much more!
To schedule an appointment, contact Alyssa Kroeker,
512-716-4023 or [email protected].
June 24, 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Avery 201.
WANT TO MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE IN A
YOUNG CHILD’S LIFE?
Caldwell Heights Elementary Mentor Program
The STARS Mentor Program
is a RRISD school based pro-
gram encompassing stu-
dents in grades K-12. The
Mentor Program provides an
opportunity for business and
community volunteers to improve student academic
attitude and enhance their school experience by acting
as a positive role model, building a friendship and ex-
ploring college and career opportunities.
For more information about the program visit STARS
MENTOR or contact Alyssa Kroeker, [email protected].
JOBS 4 CATS Find jobs and participate in on-campus recruiting, resume referrals and more with Jobs4Cats. Our easy-to-use data-base connects you to: • On- and off-campus work-study jobs • Part-time jobs, summer work and internship positions • Recruiting opportunities for full-time jobs/internships • Resume referral and on-campus recruitment tracking • Employer lists for upcoming job fairs
Complete your profile now! Already registered? Simply log in. For assistance contact Alyssa Kroeker, [email protected] or 512-716-4023. *You must upload a resume to apply for postings in Jobs4Cats.
Hands-on workshop to help create your profile.
Bring your laptops! There will be an opportunity
to get a head shot picture taken to use in your
LinkedIn profile—FREE!
Food will be provided for those who RSVP at
least one day prior to the event. RSVP HERE.
Walk-ins are welcome.
If you require a special accommodation, contact
RRC Office of Disability Services at 512.716.4007
or e-mail at [email protected].
Navigate your path at Texas State with a
friendly, reliable mentor by your side.
BOBCAT BOND - Your Connection to Success!
Research shows that students who receive mentoring are
more likely to stay in college and graduate. The Bobcat Bond
program offers a valuable opportunity to learn from mentors
who draw on their experiences to serve as guides, advisors,
role models, coaches and resources.
CONNECT WITH US TO LEARN MORE:
Call: 512.716.4023 E-mail: [email protected]
Web: txstate.edu/bobcatbond Follow: facebook.com/groups/Bobcatbond/
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JUNE 2015
TEACHER
RECRUITMENT
PROGRAM
INFORMATION SESSION (See page 6 for more information)
Thursdays,
June 4, July 2, August 6,
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.,
Avery 455
Register at:
education.txstate.edu.
For more information,
contact Cheryll Dennis,
Summer I Hours (June 1 - July 2)
• Monday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Thursday - Sunday Closed
Summer II Hours (July 6 - August 6)
• Monday 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Tuesday 10:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Thursday - Sunday Closed
*Hours are subject to change*
Please check the RRC Writing Center RRC Writing Center website for changes and updates.
Punctuation, Usage and Grammar (PUG)
Review Session
• Wed., 06/10/2015, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Avery 204 • Wed., 06/24/2015, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Avery 204 • Wed., 07/15/2015, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Avery 204 • Wed., 07/29/2015, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Avery 204
APA Workshop
• Wed., 06/17/2015, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Avery 204 • Wed., 07/22/2015, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m., Avery 204
Snacks will be provided. Walk-ins are welcome.
TEXAS STATE
Wednesday, June 24
5:00 - 5:45 p.m.
Avery 204
C ongratulations to Belinda Lewandowski, Kristy Kulhanek and Autumn Guel for receiving the
College of Applied Arts, Scholarship and Service Award. Brenda Lewandowski also received the Outstanding
Non-Traditional Undergraduate Student award.
The College of Applied Arts Awards Recipients
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JUNE 2015
Student Leadership and Activities
Organization (SLAO)
Thanks for another Amazing Year in SLAO!
The Student Leadership & Activities Organization would like to thank the Texas State Round Rock community for another amazing year. During the 2014-2015 school year, SLAO organized and/or participated in on-campus activities such as: Bobcat Days, Student Organization Open House, Job & Vendor Fair, Bake Sale & Trade-Up Days, Socks & Boxers Drive, Veteran's Appreciation Din-ner, Project Angel Tree, Coats for Kids, as well as the American Heart Association Heart Walk. SLAO also had a lot of FUN during our Linked-In Workshop, Hot Cocoa & Cookies Social, P3 (Pizza, Popcorn, & Pop), and Bingo Night social events.
We are currently planning activities for the 2015-2016 school year and would love to have you as a member! Benefits of becoming involved in SLAO include gaining leadership experience, many opportunities for faculty/staff/student networking, the ability to impact the Round Rock community through service projects, re-sume building, and life-long friendships.
Find us on Facebook at http://tiny.cc/slaofb and Twitter at http://tiny.cc/slaotweet.
A Special Thanks
to SLAO for
donating 2 diploma
frames to be awarded
as prizes at the 2015
Graduation Reception.
Interested in leading group/building tours for new
students and visitors? Contact Alyssa Kroeker,
[email protected], to learn more about this
opportunity. You will receive a Texas State shirt in
exchange for your commitment to provide at least
three tours throughout the 2014-2015 academic year.
CALL FOR
TOUR GUIDES
MSIS & MEd GRADUATE ADVISING SESSION
Students who have been admitted to the MSIS or MEd pro-
grams can request an individual appointment with Dr. Matthew
Eichler to discuss individualizing the degree plan. To request an
appointment, [email protected] or 512.245.2115.
Mondays, June 1, June 15, June 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm,
Avery 456
MSIS & MED INFORMATION SESSION
Learn about the two options offered through Occupational
Education and get help identifying which direction you would
like to move toward in your career. All students are welcome
to attend. For more information, email [email protected].
Mondays, June 1, June 15, June 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm,
Avery 456
BAAS INFORMATION SESSION
Prospective students needing information about the BAAS de-
gree through Occupational Education should attend an infor-
mation session. RSVP for a session here. For more information,
contact [email protected].
Saturday, June 6, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Avery 354
Wednesday, June 10, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Avery 455
Monday, June 22, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Avery 455
BACHELOR OF GENERAL STUDIES INFORMATION SESSION
BGS faculty/staff will provide information regarding the
requirements and criteria needed to successfully enter and
complete the major. For more information, click here.
Saturday, June 6, 11:00am - 11:30am, 2015, Avery 455
Wednesday, June 24, 5:30 pm - 6:00pm, Avery 455
BAAS INTERNSHIP ORIENTATION
This is an orientation for graduating seniors who will register
for OCED 4360/4361. For more information, contact
Barbara Wilson at [email protected].
Saturday, June 6, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Avery 455
BAAS DEGREE PLANNING SESSION
Recently admitted Texas State students pursuing a
BAAS degree must meet with the general advisor in the
One Stop Center and then make an appointment to attend
a BAAS degree planning session.
For more info or to RSVP, [email protected].
Wednesday, June 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Avery 455
Monday, June 22, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Avery 455
INFORMATION SESSIONS
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JUNE 2015
BOBCAT DAY - ROUND ROCK INFORMATION SESSION
H ave a friend or family member wanting to learn more about programs offered at the RRC? Encourage them
to attend Bobcat Day – Round Rock, or better yet, accompa-ny them to this informative event.
Saturday, June 6, 2015, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.,
Avery Building Bobcat Day is the perfect opportunity to gather information
on admissions and the application, degree requirements,
financial aid, veterans affairs, student services and develop-
ment opportunities. Meet expert program representatives,
get questions answered and find solutions for educational
goals! Click here to register TODAY! For more information,
call 512.716.4001.
Texas State University is providing supervised personal
counseling for individual adults, couples, and families.
PLEASE CALL FOR AVAILABLE APPOINTMENTS
512.716.4250
SUMMER SESSION HOURS
Every Wednesday June 3 through August 5, 2015
THE FEE RANGES FROM $1 TO $20 PER SESSION.
RRC COUNSELING CLINIC
Follow us on Facebook…
facebook.com/TexasStateRRHEC
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JUNE 2015
Scholarship Opportunities COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
ANNOUNCEMENTS
STUDENT BUSINESS SERVICES (SBS)
& FINANCIAL AID
Summer 2015
Registration Dates and Payment Deadlines
• March 23, 2015 - May 25, 2015.
• Payment due by 5:00 p.m., May 28, 2015 (Bills Post: May 1)
• Late registration fee: $25 - $200
Payment Plan Deadlines
• 1st installment was due upon enrollment
• 2nd installment is due Thursday, July 2, by 5:00 p.m.
1098 - T Forms Available Online
We will no longer mail paper 1098-T forms. This information will be
available to students no later than February 1 following each tax year.
Two options are available to view or print your 1098-T form and
financial addendum:
1) Tax Credit Reporting Service website: https://www.1098T.com or
2) Texas State Self-Service website at https://ssb.txstate.edu/
For additional assistance, RRC students may contact Autumn Guel
at 512-716-4007 or email at [email protected] or visit the
Student Business Services website: http://www.sbs.txstate.edu/.
OFFICE OF DISABILITY SERVICES If you have documentation of a disability and want to register with
the Office of Disability Services (ODS), you will need to complete
a Confidential Student Information Form available here.
RRC Office of Disability by calling 512.716.4007
or by email at [email protected].
VISION: We will STRIVE to become a model program SERVING
students with disabilities in higher education.
MISSION: We will ENSURE that students with disabilities have EQUAL ACCESS to all university programs and activities and provide students the opportunity to reach their FULL POTENTIAL.
Join us on Twitter:
http://twitter.com/TexasStateRRHEC
Teacher Certification Exam Information Texas law requires every person seeking educator certification to
perform satisfactorily on comprehensive exams. The purpose of
these exams is to ensure that each educator has the necessary
content and professional knowledge to perform effectively in Texas
public schools. For information about the policies, test dates/
deadlines, practice tests and reviews, study guides, and registration
for the exam go to http://education.txstate.edu/oep and click on the
appropriate tab at the top of the page.
Teacher Recruitment Program The Teacher Recruitment Program (TRP) is designed for mid-career
adults who hold a baccalaureate degree and desire an accelerated
program to attain teacher certification. The deadline for Spring 2016 is
September 1, 2015. Information and applications are available online
at: http://www.education.txstate.edu/ci/degrees-programs/graduate/
Teacher-Recruitment-Program.html.
Information Sessions for Prospective Post-Baccalaureate
Students Seeking Teacher Certification Information Sessions regarding the teacher preparation program are
held throughout each semester. For more information go to:
http://www.education.txstate.edu/ci/degrees-programs/graduate/
Teacher-Recruitment-Program.html.
Comprehensive Exam for Students Seeking a Master’s
Degree in Elementary or Secondary Education Who Are
Graduating in August
The summer comprehensive exam is scheduled for July 3, 2015.
Information and registration is available here.
VETERAN AFFAIRS • ***VA Certification Process*** In an effort to reduce paper
consumption, the Texas State VA Office is no longer accepting
paper documents. Students must now use the VA Certification
Request Application. Please be prepared to upload all required
documents directly into Texas State’s secure document man-
agement system at the end of your application. Be sure to sub-
mit an application for EACH semester in which you have regis-
tered along with your most recent COE. For more information
regarding what to submit, click here or contact Alyssa Kroeker,
• All Veterans graduating Spring 2015 may contact Alyssa
Kroeker, [email protected], to get Veteran cords.
• Disabled Veterans - Parking Permit fees are waived but you
must provide documentation to Parking Services (Avery 250).
• Hazelwood Exemption and Legacy: Paperwork is due by the
12th class day if using these benefits for the first time.
Hazelwood Submission Deadlines Summer 2015
Final Deadline: July 15, 2015
Fall 2015
Priority Deadline: July 15, 2015
GI Bill Submission Deadlines:
Fall 2015
Priority Deadline: July 15, 2015
Each year, Financial Aid and Scholarships help over 25,000 Bobcats
finance their education. A variety of assistance including grants, work-
study, student and parent loans, scholarships and nonresident tuition
and fee waivers are available. Regardless of your financial resources,
attending Texas State is possible. Scholarship applications are availa-
ble online http://www.finaid.txstate.edu/scholarships.html. If you need
assistance, Financial Aid and Scholarships is here to help.
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28 29 30
MEd Comp Review, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.,
Avery 357
BAAS Info. Session, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.,
Avery 455
BAAS Degree Planning Session,
7:00 - 8:00 p.m., Avery 455
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JUNE 2015
TEXAS STATE ROUND ROCK CAMPUS
Alyssa Kroeker
Student Development Specialist II
Student Services, Avery 201
Jan King
Associate Director
Student Services, Avery 201
Dr. Edna Rehbein
Assistant Vice President
for Academic Affairs
Administrative Office, Avery 401
Kendra Norris
Graduate Assistant
Student Services, Avery 201
ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO www.rrc.txstate.edu/about/upcomingevents/featuredevents
TO VIEW AVERY BUILDING HOURS OF OPERATION, GO TO www.rrc.txstate.edu/about/hours/regularhours
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact RRC Office of Disability at 512.716.4007 or [email protected] at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
Texas State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. This information is available in alternate format upon request from the Office of Disability Services.
The next student newsletter publication date is July 1. In order to promote your student organization, all submissions
(information, articles, photos, etc.) must be emailed to [email protected] (Subject: Student Newsletter) by 5 p.m. on June 15, 2015.
BGS Info. Session, 12 - 12:30 p.m., Avery 455
Career Services Advisor,
Miguel, available 2:00 - 6:30 p.m.
PUG Hour,
4:00 - 5:00 p.m., Avery 204
Linked Up w/ Linked In, 5:00 - 5:45 p.m., Avery 204
Bobcat Day–RRC,
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Avery Building
BGS Session,
11:00 - 11:30 a.m., Avery 455
BAAS Info. Session,
11:00 - 12:00 p.m., Avery 354
BAAS Internship Orientation,
1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Avery 455
Summer Session I Begins
Graduate
Advising Session, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.,
Avery 456
MSIS & MEd Info Session,
5:00 - 6:00 p.m., Avery 456
Graduate Advising Session,
2:00 - 5:00 p.m., Avery 456
MSIS & MEd
Information Session, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.,
Avery 456
Graduate Advising Session,
2:00 - 5:00 p.m., Avery 456
MSIS & MEd Info
Session, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.,
Avery 456
TRP Information Session,
5:00 - 6:00 p.m., Avery 455
BAAS Degree Planning Session,
12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Avery 455
BAAS Info. Session, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Avery 455
PUG Hour,
4:00 - 5:00 p.m., Avery 204
APA Workshop, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.,
Avery 204
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus.
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JUNE 2015
THE TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS
Dr. Jaime R. Garza, chairman | san antonio
Rossanna Salazar, vice chairman | austin
Charlie Amato, san antonio
Kevin J. Lilly, houston
Ron Mitchell, horseshoe bay
David Montagne, beaumont
Vernon Reaser III, bellaire
William F. Scott, nederland
Donna Williams, arlington
Anna Sandoval, student regent | alpine
Dr. Brian McCall, chancellor
