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NOVEMBER 2016
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NOVEMBER 2016
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Free Tram to Bobcat Football Game 3
Writing Center Hours and Workshops 4
Veteran Affairs 6
Information Sessions 7
Events Calendar 8
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 2 :00PM - 6 :30PM, AVERY SUITE 201
Career Advisor, Lilly Montalvo, will be available to meet
with students and alumni at the Round Rock Campus to
assist with resume critiques, interview prep, job-search
strategies and much more!
To schedule an appointment, contact Alyssa Kroeker at
[email protected] or 512.716.4023.
LUNCH and LEARN
A Comparison of Presidential Platforms
and Their Economic Effects
Monday, November 7, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Avery 451 Presented by Dr. Paul Gowens
Lunch will be provided for those who
who RSVP at least one day in advance.
Otherwise, walk-ins are welcome.
RSVP at: rrc.txstate.edu/
resources/osc/workshops
If you require a special
accommodation, contact
RRC Office of Disability Services
at 512.716.4007 or [email protected]
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17
5:00PM - 6:30PM
AVERY 4TH FLOOR ATRIUM
PLEASE DRESS IN BUSINESS CASUAL
& BRING YOUR RESUME
Featuring companies actively seeking new
talent for position openings at a variety of
levels, and are committed to hiring Bobcats.
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to
participate, please contact RRC Office of Disability Services
at 512.716.4007 at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
Career Services Workshop
HOW TO WORK A CAREER FAIR Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of attending a Career Fair
from a Texas State Career Service’s Advisor! This work-
shop is FREE and provides snacks for all attendees. To
register please visit the RRC Workshop page at
rrc.txstate.edu/resources/osc/workshops.html.
If you require special accommodations, contact RRC Office of Disability Services at 512.716.4007 or [email protected].
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NOVEMBER 2016
Veteran Appreciation Dinner
All Veterans and anyone using Veterans benefits at the Round Rock Campus are invited to the biannual Veteran Appreciation & Fellowship Gathering. Food will be pro-vided. RSVP by FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 to Alyssa Kroeker,
[email protected]. Student Veterans are allowed one guest.
T H U R S D A Y , N O V E M B E R 1 0 5 : 3 0 P M - 6 : 3 0 P M , A V E R Y 2 5 6
If you require a special accommodation, contact the RRC Office of Disability Services at 512.716.4007 or
Want a free and fun ride to the Texas State Bobcats versus Idaho Vandals football game? The Bobcat Tram will be offering a FREE, no hassle, ROUND-TRIP ride on November 12 from the RRC! Family, friends, and children are welcome! A $10 deposit is re-quired to reserve each seat, and is returned upon arrival to the Tram. To RSVP, please email Alyssa Kroeker at [email protected] by Friday, November 4. Space is lim-ited! Entry to the football game is free for current stu-dents with a valid Texas State Student ID.
Schedule of Events:
11:30am - 12:00pm: Meet in front of RRC Avery
12:00pm: Tram departs from RRC to Bobcat Stadium
1:00pm - 3:00pm: Tailgating
3:00pm - 6:30pm: Football Game
7:00pm (Tentative): Tram departs San Marcos
8:00pm: Tram arrives at Round Rock Campus
LIVE MAROON & BLEED GOLD
BOBCAT PRIDE
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS presented by the RRC WRITING CENTER
A PA F O R M AT T I N G
Wednesday, November 9, 5:00pm-6:00pm, Avery 454
Monday, December 5, 5:00pm-6:00pm, Avery 454
Learn the elements of this style, focusing on in-text cita-
tion, works cited, and general formatting.
P U G R E V I E W
Wednesday, November 16, 5:00pm-6:00pm, Avery 454
Wednesday, December 7, 5:00pm-6:00pm, Avery 454
This workshop gives students an opportunity to improve
in specific areas or punctuation, usage, and grammar in
preparation for the PUG Exam.
These workshops are FREE and each student is entered to
win a Texas State door prize. Snacks are provided for all
attendees. To register for these workshops, please visit
the RRC Workshops Page at rrc.txstate.edu/resources/
osc/workshops.html. Otherwise, walk-ins are welcome.
If you require a special accommodation, contact the RRC
Office of Disability Services at [email protected].
Follow us on Facebook…
facebook.com/TexasStateRRHEC
THANK YOU to everyone who made
October another great month, includ-
ing the TExES Certification Prep and
Trunk or Treat at Seton Williamson.
Upcoming Events
Initiation Ceremony, LBJ Ballroom, San Marcos Sunday, November 13, 2:00pm-3:30pm
Student Teacher Panel, Avery 252 (Teaching Theatre) Thursday, November 17, 6:30pm-8:00pm
Outreach - Redecorating the RRASC, Avery Building Monday, November 28, 4:00pm-8:00pm**
Outreach - Holiday Kickoff at the RRASC Tuesday, November 29, 9:00am-6:00pm**
Join our Facebook Group!
facebook.com/KDPRRC
Follow us on Twitter!@KDP_RRHEC
KA P P A D E L TA P I
**The Round Rock Area Serving Center is inviting KDP to
help redecorate their store into a holiday bazaar. On Mon-
day the 29, we will meet at the Avery Building at 3:30pm
and carpool to the RRASC to decorate. On Tuesday, please
go directly to the RRASC to help. There will also be a wine
and cheese event Tuesday evening from 4:00pm-6:00pm.
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To be updated on all Kappa Delta Pi events on the Round
Rock Campus, text the message @kdprr to the number
81010, and we’ll text you all new event announcements.
ROUND ROCK CAMPUS
WRITING CENTER
FALL HOURS:
Monday : 1:00pm - 6:00pm Tuesday: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 6:00pm Thursday: Closed
Friday: 12:30pm - 4:00pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed
For more information and to schedule an appointment please go to: rrc.writingcenter.txstate.edu/
Fall 2016 Payment Plan Deadlines
3rd installment due Friday, November 4, 5:00pm
Fall 2016 University Loan Payment Deadlines
Emergency Loan - Friday, November 4, 5:00pm
Short Term Loan - Friday, November 4, 5:00pm
Spring 2017 Important Dates
Spring 2017 Registration, October 6 - December 21
Spring 2017 Late Registration, January 2 - January 12
Spring 2017 Semester Begins January 17
For additional assistance, RRC students may contact Bryttne Lowden at 512.716.4007 or email at
[email protected] or visit the Student Business Services website: sbs.txstate.edu/.
STUDENT BUSINESS
SERVICES (SBS)
General David Rubenstein Clinical Associate Professor School of Health Administration
“Personal Leadership: Leading Oneself in Order to Lead Others”
This dynamic presentation will lead attendees to consider
the leader development of themselves and their team-
mates, and to apply tools that address self and protégé
development. This event is free and open to the public.
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate,
contact Office of Disability Services at 512.716.4007 or [email protected].
RRC FACULTY SPEAKER SERIES
Thursday, November 17
Avery 256, 6:00pm
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Make The Most of Your School
Experience with SLAO!
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Hal-
loween party. We had a lot of fun! We are look-
ing for officers, committee chairs and committee
members for the Spring 2017 semester. Please
contact Esther Sandoval at [email protected]
if you are interested.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
FREE Bobcat Tram to Football Game, Front Circle of Avery Saturday, November 12, 11:30am-8:00pm Contact Alyssa Kroeker, [email protected], to RSVP
Hot Chocolate and Cookies, Location TBD Thursday, December 1, 5:30pm-6:30pm
Outreach: I f you are interested in doing out-
reach within the Round Rock Community this
semester please contact Esther Sandoval at
[email protected] for more details.
Make sure that you know everything going on
in SLAO! Don’t miss an event or outing! Text
the message @slaotxs to the number 81010 to
stay updated on all SLAO events. Find us on:
Join SLAO Today! Details at tiny.cc/slaoinfo!
Join our Facebook Group!
tiny.cc/slaofb
Follow us on Twitter! tiny.cc/slaotweet
W ELC O ME
Ms. Oliphint came to Texas State Univeristy from the City
University of New York, Borough of Manhattan Community
College where she served as Director of E-learning. She has
worked in online and distance education at public higher
education institutions for 18 years. Ms. Oliphint worked to
transform BMCC’s program through the adoption and
implementation of effective practices for e-learning based
on Online Learning Consortium’s (OLC) five pillars for quality.
Ms. Oliphint taught undergraduate and graduate courses for
seven years in the Educational Technology Department at
New Jersey City University. She also taught courses on digital
storytelling and the flipped classroom for OLC. Her areas of
expertise also include general education technology, online
pedagogy, e-portfolios, e-learning program assessment,
strategic growth and planning for online learning, as well as
innovative uses of technology to improve student learning
outcomes and persistence.
Ms. Oliphint has written and/or managed several multi-year
grant projects including a Title III Strengthening Institutions
federal grant, as well as serving as Principle Investigator on a
Title V Hispanic Serving Institutions federal grant to build
and assess e-learning programs.
Ms. Oliphint is currently in the dissertation phase of her PhD
program in Urban Education, Policy and Leadership at the
City University of New York Graduate Center. Her research is
focused on an array of online learning topics including
learning outcomes assessment and quality assurance in
online education.
Ms. Oliphint will be serving as the new Faculty
Advisor for the Department of Occupational,
Workforce, and Leadership Studies (BAAS). For
more information regarding the OWLS program,
contact Ms. Oliphint at [email protected].
MS. JANEY OLIPHINT
FLANAGAN
Senior Lecturer Occupational, Workforce,
and Leadership Studies Department
COUNSELING CENTER SERVICES ROUND ROCK CAMPUS
Appointments: 512.245.2208
Hours of Service: Wednesday and Friday 9:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Nursing Building, RM 116
CCS include brief individual, group, and couples counseling,
consultation and crisis response, and workshops about coping
with stress and other mental health topics. Services are free
and confidential to currently enrolled Texas State students.
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 available at the following website: finaid.txstate.edu/scholarships. Additional college scholarships and contests, are available at: everychanceeverytexan.org/funding/aid.
American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) is accepting applications for its 2016-17 Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability. Which is awarded annually to deserving students with disabilities who are pursuing graduate studies. To be eligible, applicants must be US citizens or legal residents living in the United States. The scholarship has an application deadline of NOVEMBER 15, 2016. Go to their website, aahd.us/initiatives/scholarship-program/ for more information and to apply.
**SPRING 2017** Registration to submit Spring 2017 online certification requests for both GI Bill and
Hazelwood became available on October 6.
Registration for benefits should be completed
immediately following Spring 2017 class registration.
Billing Deadline for Spring 2017: November 13
**VA Certification Process** Texas State VA Office does not accept paper documents. Student must use
the online VA Certification Request Application. Please be prepared to upload all required documents
directly into Texas State’s secure document
management system at the end of your application.
BE SURE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR
EACH SEMESTER IN WHICH YOU HAVE
REGISTERED ALONG WITH YOUR MOST RECENT
COE. For more information regarding what to submit:
va.txstate.edu/timeline/required-documents.html
or contact Alyssa Kroeker, [email protected].
**Disabled Veterans** Parking Permit fees are waived but you must provide documentation to
Parking Services.
**Hazelwood Exemption and Legacy** Paperwork is due by the 12th class day if using these benefits for
the first time.
VETERAN AFFAIRS
Scholarship Opportunities
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ROUND ROCK CAMPUS
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
The Texas State Student Health Center provides primary, wom-
en’s and psychiatric healthcare services to university students.
All services are offered by appointment. The Student Health Cen-
ter is nationally accredited by the AAAHC. Located within the
School of Nursing (behind the Avery building), room 116.
Call for appointments at 512.245.2161 Hours of Service: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
9:00am - 12:00pm, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
RRC VETERANS ALLIANCE
The mission of the RRC Veteran Alliance is to provide a con-
nection between student veterans, the university, and the com-
munity. As student veterans, we are aware of the challenges
faced when returning to the academic setting and strive for an
engaging support network that all fellow veterans can relate to
and benefit from.
Contact Alyssa Kroeker, [email protected], for additional in-formation on how to join.
Be sure to follow un on Facebook: “RRC Veteran Alliance”
COFFEE WITH A COP
No agendas or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the Texas State Round
Rock Campus Officers. Open to Texas State Faculty, Staff, and Students
Tuesday, November 1, 4:30pm-6:30pm Avery 2nd Floor Atrium
Join us on Twitter: twitter.com/TexasStateRRHEC
MSIS & MED GRADUATE ADVISING SESSIONS
Students who have been admitted to the MSIS & MEd pro-
grams can request an individual appointment with Dr. Steve
Springer to discuss individualizing the degree plan. To re-
quest an appointment, email [email protected].
Thursday, November 3, 1:00pm - 5:00pm, Avery 456
Thursday, November 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm, Avery 456
MSIS & MED INFORMATION SESSIONS
Learn about the two options offered through the Depart-
ment of Occupational, Workforce, and Leadership Studies
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]. To
RSVP for a session, click here.
Thursday, November 3, 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Avery 456
Thursday, November 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Avery 456
BAAS INFORMATION SESSIONS
Prospective students needing in formation about the BAAS
degree through the Department of Occupational, Work-
force, and Leadership Studies should attend an information
session. RSVP for a session at rrc.txstate.edu/prospective/
infosessions.html. For more information, contact
Wednesday, November 9, 11:00am - 12:00pm, Avery 454
Monday, November 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm, Avery 454
Friday, December 2, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Avery 454
BAAS DEGREE PLANNING SESSIONS
Recently admitted Texas State students pursuing a BAAS de-
gree must meet with the general advisor in the Student Ser-
vices Office and then make an appointment to attend a
BAAS degree planning session. For more information or to
RSVP, contact [email protected].
Wednesday, November 9, 12:30pm - 1:30pm, Avery 454
Monday, November 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Avery 454
Friday, December 2, 1:30pm - 2:30pm, Avery 454
TEACHER RECRUITMENT PROGRAM (TRP)
INFORMATION SESSION
This is for degreed individuals seeking to become certified
teachers. Three degree-seeking and non-degree seeking op-
tions will be explained, as well as the application and inter-
view process. For more information, [email protected].
Thursday, November 3, 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Avery 455
INFORMATION SESSIONS
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VISION: We will STRIVE to become a model program SERVING
students with disabilities in higher education.
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.
Contact the RRC Office of Disability by contacting Bryttne Lowden
at 512.716.4007 or by email at [email protected].
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.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
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 education.txstate.edu/oep and
click on the “Certification Tests” tab at the top of the page.
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:
education.txstate.edu/ci/degrees-programs/graduate/Teacher-
Recruitment-Program.html.
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 application deadline for Fall 2017 is March 1, 2017. Information and applications are available online at: education.txstate.edu/ci/degrees-programs/graduate/Teacher-Recruitment-
Program.html.
ATTENTION CMED AND TRP STUDENTS
If you are planning to graduate December 2016, with your Masters degree, you must pass a FREE, written comprehensive exam. The deadline for the exam registration to graduate this semester was October 14. Information regarding the next registration period will be coming soon. Go to this link for exam registration information: education.txstate.edu/ci/resources/comps.html
For information on how to apply for graduation, graduation
application deadlines, etc. go to: gradcollege.txstate.edu/
Current_Students/Graduation.html.
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NOVEMBER 2016 ROUND ROCK CAMPUS EVENTS CALENDAR
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
Lyndsey Shapiro
Graduate Assistant
Student Services, Avery 201
ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO rrc.txstate.edu/about/upcomingevents
TO VIEW AVERY BUILDING HOURS OF OPERATION, GO TO rrc.txstate.edu/about/hours/regularhours
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact the 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 December 1. In order to promote your student organization, all submissions
(information, articles, photos, etc.) must be emailed to [email protected] (Subject: Student Magazine) by 5:00pm on November 15, 2016.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus.
Veteran’s Appreciation Dinner
5:30pm-6:30pm Avery 256
Lunch & Learn: “A Com-parison of Presidential
Platforms & Their Economic Effect” 12:00pm-1:00pm
Avery 451
MSIS & MEd Info Session
5:00pm-6:00pm Avery 456
Free & Fun RRC Bobcat
Tram To Football Game 11:30am-8:00pm
Homecoming: Texas State vs. UL Lafayette
6:00pm Bobcat Stadium
San Marcos Campus RRC Career Fair 5:00pm-6:30pm
Avery 4th Floor Atrium
SLAO Hot Chocolate & Cookie Social
5:30pm-6:30pm Avery 2nd Floor Atrium
Writing Center Workshop:
APA Formatting Review 5:00pm-6:00pm
Avery 454
Thanksgiving Break, University Closed
Career Services Advising
2:00pm-6:30pm Avery 201
Career Services Workshop: How to
Work a Job Fair 5:30pm-6:30pm,
Avery 454
Texas State versus Idaho Vandals
3:00pm Bobcat Stadium
San Marcos Campus
MSIS & MEd Graduate Advising
Sessions 1:00pm-5:00pm
Avery 456
BAAS Degree Planning Sessions 12:30pm-1:30pm
Avery 454
Classes Do Not Meet
BAAS Info Session 11:00am-12:00pm
Avery 454
MSIS & MEd Info Session
5:00pm-6:00pm Avery 456
BAAS Degree Planning Session
6:00pm-7:00pm Avery 454
Writing Center Workshop:
PUG Review 5:00pm-6:00pm
Avery 454
BAAS Info Session 4:30pm-5:30pm
Avery 454
BAAS Info Session 12:00pm-1:00pm
Avery 454
BAAS Degree Planning Session
1:30pm-2:30pm Avery 454
MSIS & MEd Graduate Advising
Sessions 1:00pm-5:00pm
Avery 456
Coffee with a Cop 4:30pm-6:30pm
Avery 2nd Floor Atrium
THE TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS
Dr. Jaime R. Garza, CHAIRMAN | SAN ANTONIO
Rossanna Salazar, VICE CHAIRMAN | AUSTIN
Charlie Amato, SAN ANTONIO
Veronica Muzquiz Edwards, SAN ANTONIO
David Montagne, BEAUMONT
Vernon Reaser III, BELLAIRE
William F. Scott, NEDERLAND
Alan L. Tinsley, MADISONVILLE
Donna Williams, ARLINGTON
Dylan J. McFarland, STUDENT REGENT | HUNTSVILLE
Dr. Brian McCall, CHANCELLOR
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