December 10, 2002

Sale of decorated tree will benefit Hill Country College Fund

Santa's Helpers (higher education division) were charged with designing and decorating the Schreiner University Christmas tree that will be auctioned off during Fredericksburg's Weihnachten Festival.

Proceeds from the sale of the SU tree will benefit the Hill Country College Fund, providing need-based tuition assistance grants to Schreiner students from Bandera, Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble and Real counties.

> Mignonne Frantzen (left) and Debbie Schneider of SU Alumni house trim the tree (below)

Mignonne Frantzen, Schreiner's associate director of advancement for annual funds, said that HCCF helps about 200 area students each year, with an average annual grant of $2,500. "That will go a long way in paying for a Schreiner education," Frantzen said. "It is often the difference between being able to afford college, and not."

"The Christmas tree, clad in rich maroon and glittering gold, would bring spirit and elegance into anyone's home," said Frantzen. "Especially when its new owners consider that the purchase price will help a student in need be able to achieve his or her dream of a college education."

People visiting the Christmas tree forest can purchase a token ($1.00) to drop in the can next to their favorite tree. The proceeds from this will also benefit HCCF.

December 4, 2002

11 SU Athletes Honored by the American Southwest Conference this week by being named to the Conference All-Academic team in their fall sport.

Nico Ojeda (Jr., Political Science) and Miguel Perez (Jr., Undecided) represented the Men's Soccer team. Seniors Amanda Hamala (Mathematics), Natalie Hamala (Mathematics), and Heather Kelly (Education) joined juniors Liz Perdue (Education) and McAlister Southern (Psychology) to represent the Women's Soccer team. The Mountaineer Volleyball team was represented by Lindsey Brotherton (Sr., Exercise Science), Jenna Kempf(Jr., Education), Megon LeStourgeon (So., Exercise Science), and Stephanie Tudyk (So., Accounting).

In order to be considered for the All-Academic team a student-athlete must be a letter-winner, be of sophomore standing or above, and carry a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

November 25, 2002

SU hosts new art exhibit of Texas high school students

KERRVILLE-Schreiner University's Hill Country Art Survey, its first annual juried art exhibit recognizing regional Texas high school art students, is set to open on Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Floyd and Kathleen Cailloux Campus Activity Center. There is no admission charge and the public is invited.
According to Schreiner University Assistant Professor of Art David Smith, a Best in Show award of $300 and three other purchase awards of $100 each are to be awarded during the opening reception Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Cailloux Center.

The show, which ran through Nov. 23, included work in drawing, photography, digital imaging, and computer graphics. Out of the 60 pieces that were entered, 40 were accepted and will be on display. They are the work of sixteen students from seven different areas of Texas. Students were not charged a fee to enter their art.
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Pictured left to right are: Reuben Johnson of Ingram, Honorable Mention; Stanely Lewis of Brady, $100 purchase award; Monica Grifith of Brady, $100 purchase award; Chance Haby of Bandera; Erik McKee of Victoria, Honorable Mention; and Bryson Owen of Brady, $100 purchase award. Not pictured are Leslie Ranne of Brady, winner of Best in Show, the $300 purchase award; and Lauren Ford of Austin, Honorable Mention.

In addition to the purchase awards, several students are competing through portfolio reviews for two $3,000 scholarships and one $1,000 scholarship to Schreiner University's graphic design program. The Cailloux Center is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m , and on Saturday (Nov 23) and Sunday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

November 20, 2002

SU's Technical Writing class presents a "Panel of Professionals"

for more info: contact by Ross M. Horn | Phone: 258-8071 | Fax: 646-219-8047

On November 25th, Schreiner University will be presenting three masterminds of today's business in the Cailloux Theatre at 10am. This presentation is one of the final projects for Dr. Kathleen Hudson's Technical Communication class. Speaking will be:

(1) Rufus Hayes, Financial Advisor from Hayes & Associates
(2) Stewart Davis, CPA
(3) Pete Hardy, Entrepreneur

These speakers will be sharing life experiences, lessons, and values that can be taken out of the classroom and applied in the ever-changing world. These presentations will be followed by "Question and Answer" sessions and everything will be wrapped up no later than 11am. This is a valuable opportunity for anyone who seeks knowledge and understanding to further one's communication ability. Communication plays the most important role in everything we do and this class has spent the last few months polishing their ability provide efficient and effective communication. From an educator's point of view, Dr. Hudson states "Education becomes more valuable when students see the connection between the classroom experience and the world. When people in the community share their own story in the classroom, students become engaged in what is possible for them."

November 18, 2002

SCHREINER UNIVERSITY PRESENTS ITS FIRST MUSICAL

KERRVILLE-"The Me Nobody Knows," Schreiner University Theatre Department's first musical, will be performed Nov. 21-23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hanszen Fine Arts Center laboratory theatre on campus. The public is invited, admission is free. and seating is first-come, first-served. The musical is about 12 young people from the New York ghetto in the 1960s.

According to Dr. Claudia Sullivan, professor of theatre and communication at Schreiner, this play began as an assignment by an English teacher, Herb Shapiro, in the roughest part of New York. "He asked the students to write about their lives-what they dreamed about, saw, feared, hoped for, and from the essays, he wrote a book, then someone put it to music and voila...the musical. It won the best Off-Broadway award in 1970, the OBIE."

The Schreiner production features Austin Owen (of Playhouse 2000 fame, pictured below) , Ashley Kimbal, Emily Houghton and Josh Kemp, all of Kerrville, April Garcia of San Antonio, and Lauren Neuberger, age 13 from Notre Dame School. Terri Henneke Thies is accompanist and Andy Barham is the guitarist.

"Our theatre major is now two years old and we felt it was time to expand our offerings and do something that gives students an opportunity to sing, dance, act, and work as an ensemble," Sullivan said. "Our theatre is a small black box type so we couldn't do a large scale, Rogers and Hammerstein-type musical like 'South Pacific' or 'The Sound of Music,' so we chose a small-cast show that can showcase our talented voices.

"Performing in such a small space really gives the students an opportunity to experience dramatic intimacy with the audience...to see the whites of their eyes and this musical speaks directly to the audience in a very personal and revealing manner.

"We use a small three-piece orchestra, mostly made up of student musicians. The score is pop/rock and that is fun and upbeat. The students have worked very hard...some are not singers by training and some are very experienced vocalists and this mixture has made for a great learning experience for them. They have grown close and that relationship shines through in the performances."
Dr. Sullivan says she believes the musical is suitable for young audiences, but says that there is some mildly objectionable language. In addition, she advised playgoers to come early as there are a limited number of seats. For more information, contact Dr. Sullivan.

November 14, 2002

SCHREINER UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES EXCEEDING LARGEST-EVER COMPREHENSIVE CAMPAIGN GOAL OF $63.67 MILLION

KERRVILLE-Schreiner University officials announced today that The Campaign for Schreiner University, a comprehensive campaign that began in 1996, has surpassed its $63.67 million goal by $4 million with seven months left before closing out the drive.

Schreiner president Dr. Tim Summerlin and campaign co-chairmen, Randall Roberts of Tyler and Peter Baldwin of Dallas, both Schreiner alumni, jointly issued the announcement.

"To date, the Campaign for Schreiner University has raised more than $67 million," they said. "Its benefits already are seen across the 170-acre campus and felt by many of its 800 students."

So far, the campaign has more than doubled Schreiner University's endowment to $31 million and has raised $23 million for buildings, plant and infrastructure, including four major new facilities on campus: Floyd A. and Kathleen C. Cailloux Campus Activity Center (pic top right), Elaine B. Griffin Welcome Center, R.B. Trull Mathematics and Sciences Building, and Kathleen Cox Cailloux Hall. The campaign has helped strengthen Schreiner's academic programs, as well, Summerlin said.

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^ top: Kathleen Cox Cailloux Hall
< left : Floyd A. and Kathleen C. Cailloux Campus Activity Center
> right: Elaine B. Griffin Welcome Center




More than $9 million has been raised to support student scholarships, financial aid and work study opportunities. The campaign also has nurtured other programs on campus such as the Texas Writer's Conference, The Past is Prologue Workshop, the Learning Support Services Program and the Expanding Your Horizons in Math and Science Program for middle school girls. In addition, it has raised more than $16 million in planned gifts such as bequests, trusts, life insurance and real estate gifts that will assist Schreiner's anticipated growth to 1,200 students by 2010.

The campaign's largest donor is the family of Kathleen and Floyd Cailloux. Gifts from their mother's foundation and trust during the campaign exceed $24 million, more than from any other donor in Schreiner University's history. Kenneth Cailloux and his sister Paula Heileman, along with their spouses, Sandy Cailloux and Blackie Heileman, made the gifts to honor their mother and late father.

"My parents held a strong belief that there is no greater blessing than to be able to share one's good fortune with others," Kenneth Cailloux said. "They also believed that education was key to an individual's success, as well as that of a community and that is why we established their foundation."

"It is our great pleasure to be able to contribute to the success of Schreiner University," Cailloux said, "and we hope that the gifts we make will encourage others to support the exciting things happening on campus. I think that there are still more people out there who agree with me that supporting a values-based education is important."

Summerlin added, "Schreiner has reached its campaign goal, but the campaign isn't over. Since 90 percent of Schreiner students receive financial aid, and because Schreiner is committed to providing access to as many qualified students as possible, increasing scholarship support is more important than ever. Schreiner needs endowments to support the impressive work of its faculty and outstanding academic programs. In addition, many of our buildings are more than 30 years old and need renovation."

Co-chairmen Roberts and Baldwin say that they and the other campaign leaders will continue seeking gifts through the end Schreiner's fiscal year, May 31, 2003.

"We need $1 million to finish funding renovation of the Moody Science Building, $1.3 million to build a brand new Plant Operations Center, and more than $2 million per year just to keep pace with the scholarship and financial aid needs of our students. We plan to work hard to fund all of these and other projects within the next seven months," Roberts and Baldwin said.
President Summerlin believes that he is a fortunate man to be at Schreiner's helm during these exciting times.

"I'm extremely gratified to be a part of Schreiner University's increasing institutional momentum and its growing academic strength. The victory that we anticipate celebrating at the end of this campaign doesn't belong just to Schreiner University," Summerlin said. "It belongs to our donors, campaign leaders and to our students, faculty, trustees, and staff. It is a tribute to the generosity of many and to their faith in our commitment to provide a first-rate, personalized education preparing the next generation of leaders.
He added, "You are going to hear more and more about Schreiner. This place has soul."

November 12, 2002

S.U. SOFTBALL PLAYERS FEATURED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES!

excerpt from The New York Times:

"Hispanic Female Athletes Few and Far Between"
By LENA WILLIAMS

CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE STORY
plz note: you must register to read the entire article.

The significance of their lives as athletes seemed to escape Kristy Aguirre, Felicia Delgado, Laura Rodriguez and Shannon Solis. At 21, they are cultural anomalies: Hispanic women who grew up in a predominantly Hispanic community where girls were encouraged by family members and friends to play sports.

Others may have been raised with the belief that they should avoid unfeminine endeavors like competitive sports, but Aguirre, Delgado, Rodriguez and Solis grew up in San Antonio playing softball, volleyball and soccer with their fathers, brothers and sisters.

The one thing that may have changed the course for these women is that their parents enrolled them in church sports programs as preschoolers. They say their fathers were an integral part of their athletic development.

The four girls played softball in citywide leagues and for the Holmes High School varsity before ending up together at Schreiner University in Kerrville, Tex., where they are seniors. The Schreiner team has since attracted other Hispanic players. click here for complete story (you must first register w/The New York Times).

October 25, 2002

SU COMMUNITY FUN & FESTIVE FOR HALLOWEEN





FRIGHT NIGHT held at Schreiner University Wednesday, October 30 from 7– 9 p.m @ Robbins-Lewis Pavilion

For all children ages 4 - 11

Come enjoy the FREE games, booths and fun! Presented by the
Student Activities Board and the students and staff of Schreiner University. For more information, call 792-7283.
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From Staff Council: Halloween is just around the corner!

Staff Council is once again sponsoring a booth at the Fright Night festivities on Wednesday, October 30th. We would also like to supply the candy for the student organizations to hand out. This event is growing each year and is a wonderful opportunity for the community's children and their parents
to visit our campus for a safe and fun alternative to Halloween trick-or-treating.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP!
· Donate candy
· Donate a $ or $$ to purchase candy
· Donate fun trinkets (spider rings, plastic bugs, whistles, etc.) for prize/treat bags
· Help with making prize\treat bags (during lunch or after hours, 1-2 hrs. max)
· Join other staff members at our Boo-Boo-Boogie booth and have some fun!

There's something everyone can do to support our students, our community and each other!Please contact Ylanda Copeland (x316) OR Cathy Scozzari (x365) OR Jennifer Staudt (x216) ASAP to let us know how you can help!

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Phi Delta Theta’s 2nd Annual Haunted House

When: Saturday Oct. 26th 8pm - 1am
Sunday Oct. 27th 8pm - 12am
Wednesday Oct. 30th 6pm - 12am
Thursday Oct. 31st 8pm - 2am

Where: Rex Kelly Pavilion (located next to the Edington gym on the Schreiner University campus.)

Cost: $3 for adults, $2 for kids

Phi Delta Theta at Schreiner University is once again sponsoring a haunted house for Schreiner students and the Kerrville Community. This year’s haunted house promises to be twice as scary as last year’s. Any questions please call 258-8293 & ask for Yo Miller.

October 21, 2002

New Kathleen C. Cailloux Hall Dedicated

On Thursday, October 17, at 4:45 p.m. Schreiner University celebrated the dedication of its new Kathleen Cox Cailloux Hall and the generosity of the family who funded it.

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Funds for construction of the $3.8 million dollar academic building were a gift from the family of Kathleen Cox Cailloux to honor her and to house the Cailloux School of Professional Studies, one of the university's three academic divisions.

According to Schreiner University president, Dr. Tim Summerlin, "The Cailloux family's faith in Schreiner's mission and their shared vision of its future is benefiting students now and will for many, many years to come. It is a legacy that they, and all of us, can be proud of."

Kathleen Cox Cailloux has, throughout her life, demonstrated her commitment to the merits of higher education, says her son Kenneth Cailloux of Kerrville. As founder and chairwoman of the Kathleen C. Cailloux Family Foundation, she supports several charities, including the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Shriners Childrens Hospital of Houston and Galveston, and the Humane Society of Kerrville, which now bears her name. She resides in Kerrville.

Disciplines within the Cailloux School of Professional Studies include business administration, accounting, management information systems (M.I.S.), graphic design, graduate and undergraduate teacher education, and the vocational nursing certification program. Business, M.I.S. and graphic design faculty will have offices within Cailloux Hall and approximately half of all Schreiner students will attend classes there.

The beautiful three-story Cailloux Hall initially has 11 classrooms and 12 faculty/staff offices ready for occupancy in its more than 13,000 square feet of space. Its three computer labs feature the latest technology for instruction in everything from introductory computing to networks, Web design and implementation, and graphic design. The third floor can be finished out to meet a variety of needs as the division expands.

Kathleen Cox Cailloux Hall was designed by Robert A. Lopez, AIA, principal of Lopez Salas Architects, Inc. in San Antonio. It was built by Faulkner Construction, an Austin-San Antonio company owned by a Schreiner alumnus, Royce Faulkner. Judy Davis Whitlow of Texas Elegance by Design, Inc. was the interior designer.


Dr. Tim Summerlin Formally Installed As President Of Schreiner University

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Dr. Tim Summerlin was installed as Schreiner University's fifth president on Oct. 17. More than 250 guests attended a service of worship and installation of Dr. Summerlin in Dietert Auditorium. Before being appointed president in June 2001, Summerlin had served as provost and vice president for academic affairs since 1999.

"Encourage your president," Tom Currie, chairman of the presidential search committee and trustee, told the audience of almost 300. "Don't let him freeze to death. Give him the warmth of your heart and hand. Schreiner will be the beneficiary if you do, and more than that, you will in your life together, discDown the joy of weathering storms together, of building something good together, of working toward something that matters, together. And those are the gifts that you don't forget and that make life something that glorifies God and finds everlasting joy in his service."

Summerlin's address to the audience reflected on the rich history of Schreiner, as well as the universitys bright future. "At this time in Schreiner University's history, we have such an opportunity and obligation. Too many before us have given too much for us to fail in that challenge. The old captain, who decided the democratic polity of the Presbyterian Church made it a good partner to help manage his institute, is watching. The host of teachers, who made their homes available to young boys, some of whom were exercising their last chance to find direction in their lives, is watching. The many faithful who have been moved to share their treasure, whether it was modest or vast, are watching. The believers who knew that Schreiner had a more particular destiny than merely to become another community college are watching. In the face of these witnesses, we can do no other than claim our mission."

Following the service, guests attended a reception in the Cailloux Center and a concert by Wild Gift, a Los Angeles-based rock band.

by Thomas Wickham, Faculty Advisor

The Schreiner Cycling 24 Hour Ride for the Cure was a huge success. We toped last year lap total by 850 laps giving us a lap total of 2150. Which calculates to 2580 miles!!! The money is still coming in but it looks like we raised close to $1300.00 for LAF (The Lance Armstrong Foundation for Cancer Research).

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Schreiner Cycling would like to thank the entire campus community for there support but a few names must be mentioned. A huge thanks to Delta Phi Epsilon for riding the laps, counting the laps and all of your support. Thanks to Dan Brown, Conner Baldwin, Tim Summerlin, Sachiko Vidourek, Erin Saluta, and Tiffany Andresen for coming out and riding laps for us. Thanks to Peg Layton for checking in on us and Cristina Martinez for making her husband make salsa for us.

Thanks also to our all our donors and especially to our sponsors-- Hill Country Bicycle Works, Authentic Custom Homes, Spiritwind Java, Flat Rock Ranch, Lone Star Espresso, Culligan Water, Outdoor Wilderness Adventure, and Chris Pickens Horseshoeing Services.

A very special thanks goes to Schreiner Cycling President Andy Barham for his time and persistence to pull this event off. Remember we still have event T-Shirts for sale if anyone is interested contact me or Andy Barham ($10).

September 30, 2002

S.U. Men's Soccer Recognized in National Rankings

The Schreiner University Men's Soccer team placed in 5 individual and team categories in last week's NCAA statistical report.
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Mountaineer Men's Soccer team led by Coach Jason Higgins (top row, right)



The highest of those rankings was in the Scoring Offense category where the Mountaineers placed third in the nation for NCAA Division III.

S.U. Men's Soccer has scored 28 goals for an average of 5.60 per game. The team was also recognized for Shutout Percentage where they were tied for 12th with four shutouts in five games.

In individual categories, three Schreiner players were ranked. For Goals Against Average, freshman goalkeeper Jason Toman was 14th having let only one goal through the net in 4 games. Freshman David Ramos (1.60 gpg) and junior C.J. Goodwyn (1.50 gpg) were 13th and 14th, respectively, in Goals per Game. Ramos (4.20 ppg) and Goodwyn (3.50 ppg) were also 9th and 15th, respectively, in Points per Game.

KERRVILLE, Texas- Schreiner University, along with several other Texas universities, received a collaborative grant in the amount of $103,000 from the National Science Foundation to develop a Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy site their students caqn access from their campuses.

NMR is a technique that identifies the structure of an unknown molecule. The NMR instrument is housed at Trinity University in San Antonio.

Schreiner students, along with students from Trinity, St. Mary's University, University of the Incarnate Word and the Alamo Community College District colleges, have access to the NMR instrument through the Internet. Students prepare a sample, send it to Trinity to be placed in the instrument and then log onto Trinity's web site to analyze the sample.

At Schreiner, the instrument is being used by students in upper level chemistry and biochemistry courses, and by students doing senior research projects.
Schreiner Provost Mike Looney says, "This instrument teaches students techniques that are not generally available to undergraduate students. Our students will enter the job market and graduate schools better prepared."

Total cost for the instrument was $213,000-the colleges also received $50,000 from the Dreyfuss Foundation and $60,000 from Trinity. For more information about Schreiner University and its science programs, click here!

KERRVILLE, TX- On Friday, Sept. 6 at 6:45 a.m. volunteers kicked off the 25th Anniversary Hill Country College Fund (HCCF) campaign at a football-themed breakfast on the Schreiner University campus.

The 2002-03 campaign goal is to raise $525,000 to fund need-based tuition assistance grants for Schreiner University students from Kerr, Gillespie, Bandera, Kendall, Kimble, Edwards and Real counties.

This year's leaders are: Campaign Chairman Bret Ford and Honorary Chairwoman (for the second year) Mrs. B.E. (Masel) Quinn. About 100 area residents annually solicit gifts for the campaign, beginning with the advanced gifts team, this year chaired by Greg Shrader, assisted by vice chairwoman Stacey Grimes. The advanced gifts totals were announced at the Kick-off Breakfast.

The campaign's business division is chaired by Jeff Talarico and vice chairman is David Seidensticker. The citizen's division is co-chaired by Amy Blanks and Butch Dixon. Last year's HCCF leaders and volunteers had a goal of raising a record $515,000 for student grants. Instead they raised an incredible $1,287,417 due to a single $500,000 bequest from a member of the Schreiner Oaks Society. To contribute to the Hill Country College Fund Campaign, contact Mignonne Frantzen at 830/792-7208.

August 29, 2002

Schreiner Coffeehouse Series Begins Sept 4. Steve Fromholz and Steve Young, Dos Steves, are "on the road again."

Steve Fromholz and Steve Young, Dos Steves, are "on the road again." Both of these men are musical icons in Texas, veterans of many "scares," as Fromholz describes the scene in Austin during the cosmic cowboy music "scare." Both have a long discography to go with equally long careers in music. And both men are known far and wide by a special group of people, those who really care about music.
The first Texas Music Coffeehouse of the year at Schreiner University takes place on Wednesday, September 4, from 7-9 p.m. in the Cailloux Center snack bar. The September coffeehouse traditionally honors the incoming freshmen, along with Texas songwriting. Since September 8 is the birthday of Jimmie Rodgers, the Father of Country music, President Tim Summerlin will be singing a "Jimmie" tune for the third year. Expect the ghost of Jimmie to also appear. Just ask Tony Navarra about that.
Opening for Dos Steves will be a local songwriter's circle consisting of Tim Steele and Eric Gerber, two men known for their strong writing. Tim is currently touring with his new CD, "Ridin' With The Top Down." Eric came to Kerrville, an award-winning songwriter from the Boston area. Both have performed many times locally.
The evening will begin at 7:00 p.m. with an open mike. Austin Owen is the student volunteer coordinator for the Texas Heritage Music Foundation (the sponsoring organization), and he's also an excellent performer ("Godspell," "Broken Wings Can Fly"). Many other freshmen have talent to share.
By 8:00 p.m. Steve and Steve will take the stage. Fromholz wrote "Texas Trilogy" many years ago, and Texan Lyle Lovett covered it on the 1998's "Step Inside This House," an album where Lovett paid tribute to influential Texas singer/songwriters. Fromholz also wrote "I'd Have To Be Crazy" for Willie Nelson, among hundred of other good songs. Steven Fromholz is a major voice in the history of Texas music, with a recording career that spans from 1964 ("Frummox: From Here to There") to his new release, "A Guest In Your Heart."
Steve Young has a set of signature tunes, including "Montgomery In The Rain," and "Seven Bridges Road," recorded by The Eagles. "Lonesome, Onry and Mean" was recorded by Waylon and Hank Jr.. One reviewer in France said, "Steve Young doesn't follow tradition, he creates it." "Young comes off as intense as Leonard Cohen on a 5 a.m. bender and as country to the core as Haggard at his best. As Guy said, "Now there's a pair to draw to."

Both performers have complete websites. See www.stevefromholz.com and www.steveyoung.net for more information. Both will visit Kathleen Hudson's mythology class at Schreiner University at 2:25 on Wednesday, September 4. Anyone interested in attending the class should call 792-7409 for confirmation.

Young has been described as a citizen of the world. Fromholz typifies all that is best in Texas. He has been a guide on the river as a Terlingua outfitter and a singing cowboy for Lajitas Stables, taking 4-day horsebackriding trips into the mountains of Mexico. Both men will also perform at a house concert in Kerrville on September 12 at the Hill Top Bed and Breakfast in Ingram. Call Bill Tiffee for information or 367-3750. The Texas Music Coffeehouse series is sponsored by Schreiner Student Activities and the Texas Heritage Music Foundation. Other dates are Octoer 2 and November 6. The public is invited.

Contact Kathleen Hudson Khudson@schreiner.edu for more info.

KERRVILLE-Schreiner University president Dr. Tim Summerlin has announced today that Masel S. (Mrs. B.E.) Quinn of Kerrville has given a jump-start to the 2002-03 Hill Country College Fund (HCCF) campaign with her $50,000 gift.

Earlier this summer, Mrs. Quinn agreed to serve as the campaign's honorary chairperson for a second year and help raise $525,000 to provide need-based tuition assistance grants for Schreiner students from Kerr, Gillespie, Kendall, Kimble, Bandera, Edwards and Real counties.

Summerlin says, "Mrs. Quinn's support of the HCCF, both financial and moral, is very gratifying. She loves the Hill Country and she loves the work of Schreiner University. Her support of the HCCF is a wonderful way to strengthen both and make higher education accessible to deserving students. Her very generous gift, and those of other HCCF contributors, directly benefit Schreiner's area students whose families are not able to otherwise afford the quality, value-based education Schreiner provides. But, beyond that, they're all helping our communities, too. Strong leaders, those grounded in faith and service, are our real treasure."

Mrs. Quinn's extensive civic service includes having served as a Schreiner University trustee, an officer on the Friends of the Library board, a member of the Hill Country Arts Foundation board, and as fundraising chair for the Schreiner Museum.

The Hill Country College Fund 2002-02 campaign will kick off Sept. 6 when more than 100 volunteers will spread out over the seven-county area asking for support. To find out more about the campaign or to contribute to the Hill Country College Fund, contact Mignonne Frantzen, Schreiner University director of annual funds, at 830/792-7208.

August 27, 2002

COMMUNITY MEMBERS INVITED TO JOIN SCHREINER STUDENTS AND FACULTY FOR TRIP TO ITALY

KERRVILLE-Schreiner University is sponsoring a post-Christmas trip to Italy for its students and faculty and welcomes community members to join them. The group will depart Dec. 30, and return Jan. 12. An informational meeting will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Sept. 12 in the Cailloux Center.

The travel itinerary includes Milan, Venice, Florence, Siena, Sorrento, Capri, Pompeii and Rome and visits to some of the most important sites in Western civilization.

The group is to be led by Schreiner Campus Minister and Associate Professor of Religion Rev. Dr. Loren Scribner, Associate Professor of Music Dr. Donald Crandall, and his wife, Assistant Resident Director Cathy Crandall.

Price for community members is $2,800, which includes air fare, two meals per day, private bus, all tips, departure tax, admission to all scheduled tourist sites and is based on two persons per room. An initial deposit of $180 is due by Sept. 20 and the total is due by Sept 22.

DEADLINE FOR SIGNING UP: September 20 DEPOSIT DUE: $180
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: September 22 $2450 (24 AND UNDER)
$2800 (25 AND UP)

INTRODUCTORY MEETING: September 12 (time and place TBA)

Late reservations accepted on a "space available" basis - late signup will be subject to a late fee. CANCELLATION DATE: to be determined by EF Educational Travel.

Click here to print the application & return it to Dr. Scribner at this address: Dr. Loren Scribner | CMB # 5976, Schreiner University | 2100 Memorial Blvd.
Kerrville, TX 78028

For more information contact: Dr. Scribner at 830/792-7284 or scribner@schreiner.edu; or contact Mrs. Crandall at 830/792-7476 or ccrandall@schreiner.edu.

< pictured left to right: Alumni House staff Mignonne Frantzen, Frank Seaman, Sue Dyke, VP Mark Tuschak, Jennifer Harding, Debbie Schneider, Pat Browne.



When a devastating flood ripped through Kerrville and surrounding South Texas towns in early July, Schreiner University employees answered the call for volunteers.



The Schreiner Administrative Council agreed to allow each employee four hours of paid work time to volunteer.

"The longer I am in Kerrville, the more impressed I am with how closely linked town and university are," said SU president Dr. Tim Summerlin. "Nothing could be more natural and appropriate than for members of the Schreiner community to join others in responding to those hurt by recent floods. We have witnessed the Kerrville community responding generously to our educational mission year after year, and we want to respond in kind."

The flood turned normally quiet Quinlan Creek, which runs through campus, into a raging river-flooding homes along Lytle, East Main, Park and Jefferson streets. Once the flood waters receded, homes were left full of muddy water and debris, with furniture and other belongings ruined.

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Schreiner employees signed up with the American Red Cross to help residents clean up their homes. Many SU offices volunteered as a team, including student affairs, academic affairs and advancement.
The advancement office spent a Friday afternoon helping Kerrville resident Ruben Marzan clean out his Main Street home. The group ripped out water-logged sheet rock and hauled it out.

"As soon as I heard about the devastation in Kerrville, I wanted to do something. This gave me a chance to help people and gave Schreiner a chance to give back to the community," said Pat Browne, assistant director of development.

Six members of the student affairs office spent a Thursday afternoon cleaning up debris from a backyard of a Lytle Street home and then ripping out carpet at a Jefferson Street home.
The flood also displaced dogs and cats from their homes, leaving animal shelters inundated with lost pets.

Some Schreiner employees rolled up their sleeves to help out at the Kathleen C. Cailloux Humane Society of Kerrville. "It was very rewarding volunteering at the Humane Society. The staff was so grateful for the help," said Vicki Mullins, asst. director of university relations/graphic designer, who spent a morning cleaning out dog runs.

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The admission office also collected cleaning supplies for the cleanup effort and donated the items to the Red Cross.

July 9, 2002

Campus sustains minor damage during Flood of 2002

The Schreiner University campus sustained minor damage during a flood that ravaged South Texas during the week of July 2.

According to a San Antonio Express-News article, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has declared 24 Texas counties‹including Kerr County national disaster areas. FEMA reported that more counties could be added. Gov. Rick Perry said flood damage could reach $1 billion across the state, the article stated.

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In Kerrville, Town and Quinlan creeks flooded properties, devastating homes along Lytle, Schreiner and other streets. Quinlan Creek flows through the Schreiner campus. Dale Myers, director of plant operations at SU, said a bridge over the creek sustained some damage, and footbridges across the creek were destroyed. Trees, trash and even a severely damaged truck littered the creek on campus following the flood. Myers said Plant Operations has begun cleaning up the debris. The campus was closed July 2-5 and reopened July 8.

127 New Students and Their Families Kick-Off the Summer at Mountaineer Days June 21-June 22

Another summer - another Mountaineer Days.

This year's freshmen orientation was a successful fun-filled learning experience for all.

The Peer Advisors reported on Wed, June 19, and began putting the finishing touches on the weekend ahead.


By Friday, June 21, the Schreiner University campus was covered in Welcome signs and maroon and white balloons. After a smooth registration process, which brought in 127 students and 150 family members, Dr. Summerlin delivered a great speech and a very warm welcome. The weekend was off to a great start and everybody was excited to get to the activities.

For the first time students were placed in J.A.M. (Just Ask Me) groups that will be their IDST freshmen seminar classes in the fall. Students started off by filling out paperwork, taking language placement tests, and getting the early necessities out of the way. Both students and family members enjoyed a western-style barbecue dinner provided by Sodexho in the "Schreiner Diner." After the dinner students reported to their J.A.M. Groups to prepare for the evening's events.

Every J.A.M. group had to invent a group name that included the group's color and an animal, and also prepare a group call. After performing the calls in front of the entire class, the groups competed in Mountaineer Madness. A variety of games including volleyball, a relay, and other brain games were played at different stations and rotations. All the points were totaled up and at the closing session the next day, the "Purple Panthers" were announced as winners of Mountaineer Madness 2002. The weekend was a success and fun was had by all.

Casey Ellison
Peer Advisor Coordinator

Richardson, Texas - A pair of fall sport athletes have been selected as recipients of the 2001-02 American Southwest Conference Sportsmanship Awards. Schreiner University volleyball player Lindsey Brotherton (Brackettville, Texas) is the Conference's female Sportsmanship Award winner while University of the Ozarks soccer player Phil Kaiser (Modesto, Calif.) is the male winner of the Sportsmanship Award.

The American Southwest Conference Sportsmanship Award honors a male and female student-athlete who has best displayed attributes of leadership, citizenship, sportsmanship and academic integrity in sport, academics and life pursuits. Each ASC member institution nominates individuals for the award with the league's 15 Athletics Directors selecting the recipients.

A junior setter with the 2001 Schreiner University volleyball team, Lindsey Brotherton served as team captain and earned numerous honors, including All-ASC West First-Team, ASC All-Academic and Verizon Academic All-District VI Second-Team awards. Brotherton, an exercise science major seeking teacher certification, carries a 3.96 GPA and was selected the University's 2001-02 Exercise Science Student of the Year. She has been on the SU President's List every semester, is a Hatton W. Sumners Scholar, and is listed in Who's Who Among American College and University Students.

Brotherton is active in student government, elected 2002 executive vice-president of the Student Senate, and is serving as the student representative on several campus committees including the Athletics Facility Renovation, Schreiner Honors Advisory Board and Board of Trustees Athletics sub-committee. Brotherton is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta honor society and received the Honors Program Leadership Award. She represents Schreiner on the ASC Student-Athletes Advisory Committee and has filled volunteer roles with Hill Country Volleyball Camps, the Kerrville YMCA and Brackett schools.

May 30, 2002

TWELVE SCHREINER STUDENTS INCLUDED IN 2002 "WHO'S WHO"

Schreiner students Julie Beasley, Chris Borak, Lindsey Brotherton, Brandon Childers, Geneva Conner, Gabriela Garza, Leigh Ann Owens, April Patrick, Jane Pearson, Daria Tresohlava, Lucy Van Goethem and David Wampler have been named to the 2002 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.

Faculty and staff at more than 1,900 schools nominate students annually based on their academic achievement, community service, leadership & potential for continued success.

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Schreiner students included in this year's edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges are (from left) Gabriela Garza, Chris Borak, Lindsey Brotherton, Geneva Conner, Brandon Childers, Lucy Van Goethem, Leigh Ann Owens, and Daria Tresohlava. Not in the photo are: David Wampler, Julie Beasley, April Patrick and Jane Pearson.

Schreiner University, with help from a $500,000 Texas Telecommunications Infrastructure (TIF) Community Network Implementation Grant, will soon deliver to Kerrville area non-profit organizations new ways to be connected, says Schreiner's William Logan Library Director/Information Technology Director Candice Scott.

As TIF defines it, a community network is "a locally driven, broad-based communications and information system designed to enhance the community and to enrich the lives of the community members."
During the grant period, April 2002 through June 2003, the new community network is expected to develop: a multi-faceted Web site offering information, links to other community sources and e-government, centers for free public access to the Web and online resources, and technology training.
Along with Schreiner's Logan Library, local TIF partners include: Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, Christian Women's Job Corps, Dietert Senior Center, Families and Literacy, Kerr Country YMCA, and KISD Head Start.

KERRVILLE, TX-The Hill Country College Fund 2001-02 campaign volunteers have raised more than $1 million to fund need-based tuition assistance grants for Schreiner students from Kerr, Gillespie, Bandera, Kendall, Kimble, Edwards and Real counties, according to Vice President for Advancement and Public Affairs Mark Tuschak.

"It's a great milestone," says Tuschak. "The goal that campaign chairwoman Sandy Merritt and her volunteers set for themselves last fall was the highest one ever: $515,000. They surpassed their goal. What pushed the annual campaign total to an amazing $1,134,598.61 was a single $500,000 bequest from a member of the Schreiner Oaks Society. Those who include Schreiner University in their estate planning are considered to be members of the Schreiner Oaks Society," he explained.

Of the total amount raised, $593,100.07 is to directly fund HCCF grants, while the rest, $541,498.54, endows future HCCF grants in perpetuity.

Chairwoman Merritt is thrilled that the HCCF drive was so successful and credits the generosity of Hill Country citizens who are willing to dig deep to help their neighbors fulfill their dreams of a Schreiner education. And she appreciates her hardworking volunteers.

"It's gratifying to be a part of the Hill Country College Fund campaign," Merritt says. "Asking people to work on it and give to it isn't a hard sell. Many of our volunteers have been Schreiner students themselves, and all of them probably know Schreiner graduates. They see first-hand that this grant can put a Schreiner education within reach.Our goal is to make sure that people in our area who want to attend Schreiner University get the financial help they need."

Helping Merritt were: Honorary Chairwoman Masel Quinn; Advanced Gifts Chairwoman Sue Robertson, owner of Sue Robertson Interior Design; Advanced Gifts Co-Chairman Greg Shrader, publisher of Kerrville Daily Times; Advanced Gifts Co-Chairwoman Maud Jennings; Business Division Chairman Bret Ford, optometrist at Vision Source; Business Division Co-Chairwoman Margie Jetton, owner of Advanced Insurance Group; Citizens Division Chairman Jeff Talarico, salesman at Crenwelge Motors; and Citizens Division Co-Chairwoman Pat Parker, owner of Pat Parker Homes and Land. These leaders were assisted by nearly 100 volunteers spread out over the seven-county area.

Schreiner President Tim Summerlin is happy, of course, that the Hill Country College Fund drive was such a huge success. However, he is looking beyond the bottom line to the big picture.
"The kind of community support this campaign receives year-in and year-out says something important about how we value higher education, how we value each other," Summerlin says. "I can't think of a better testament."

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May 28, 2002

SCHREINER FACULTY MEMBERS SINGLED OUT FOR HONORS

pictured from left to right: Dr. Tom Wells, Dr. Fred Stevens, John Jones, Dr. Phiet Tran

Dr. Tom Wells, Dr. Fred Stevens, John Jones and Dr. Phiet Tran were presented the top annual awards at Schreiner University's Faculty Banquet.

Professor of Exercise Science Dr. Tom Wells received the Margaret Hosler Award for Excellence in Teaching. The award recognizes superior teaching skills and acknowledges a professor's lasting influence upon the lives of his or her students. Funded by Richard M. Hosler of Kerrville to honor his late wife, the award provides a $5,000 prize for its recipient. Only students are permitted to nominate candidates for the Hosler Award. A committee selects the winner based on the quality of the nomination and the evidence it presents.

Dr. Fred B. Stevens, professor of biology, won the Elmore Whitehurst Award for Teaching Excellence. Intended to encourage innovative teaching techniques, the Whitehurst Award grant winner is determined by a committee of Kerr County teachers and administrators.

Chairman of Schreiner's Cailloux School of Professional Studies John E. Jones was chosen by Schreiner students as the recipient of the Harriet Garrett Award for Teaching Excellence and, as such, led the seniors in their commencement procession. Jones won the award in 1996 and 2001, also.

Professor of English Dr. Phiet Tran took home the Award of Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity. He retires this year.

Margaret Huddleston, instructor of mathematics, was named Advisor of the Year.

Other faculty news:
-Dr. Joe Baulch, professor of political science and history, retires this year.
-Dr. John Huddleston, professor of history, replaces English professor Dr. David Breeden as dean of the School of Liberal Arts.

Completing 25 years of teaching at Schreiner University are Dr. Fred Stevens, Dr. Claudia Sullivan, professor of theatre and comunication, and Dr. Ron Zarychta, professor of history and inderdisciplinary studies.

Registrar Darlene Bannister, Associate Professor of Information Systems Susan Sliva, and Dr. John Huddleston have 20 years at Schreiner.

Four faculty members marked 15 years at Schreiner: Dr. David Byrne, professor of psychology; Dr. Kathleen Hudson, professor of English; John Jones, associate professor of accounting; and Dr. Daniel Swensen, professor of philosophy. Director of Athletics Dr. Barry Shaw celebrates 10 years at Schreiner.

May 8, 2002

JULIE BEASLEY, SCHREINER UNIVERSITY'S "MIRACLE GIRL" GRADUATES WITH HONORS

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When Julie Beasley walked across the Schreiner University stage on Sunday (May 5) to receive her diploma, many there considered it a miracle. Not that she graduated. Not that she graduated with summa cum laude honors. The miracle was that she was alive and that she walked.

The graduation crowd of 1,300-her family and other people's moms, dads, siblings and grandparents, her fellow graduates, professors and the university trustees-erupted in an emotional standing ovation when her name was called. A shout from the back summed it up nicely: "You go, Miracle Girl!"

Three days later, she and her family were on ABC's Good Morning America. Co-anchor Charlie Gibson introduced Julie and spoke of the day her world changed. But he knew the big story was not just the events of that day, but her courage during all the days that followed.

On March 13, 2001, Julie was using the Schreiner University spring break to gather data for her biology senior thesis on mistletoe infestation rates. Standing in an open pasture west of Center Point, she was shot twice by a gun-wielding 31-year old fugitive. One shot blew off her right elbow and the other shattered her left hip. The assailant, who had checked himself out of a drug and alcohol rehab center and then embarked on a viscous crime spree, stole her car leaving Beasley alone and bleeding in the field.

To the astonishment of everyone, including law officers, she managed to crawl nearly 200 feet to the road and flag down a deputy sheriff. She was even able to give the deputy a description of her car. By then she had lost nearly half of her blood.

Julie was airlifted to University Hospital in San Antonio and underwent numerous surgeries including total hip and elbow replacements. She is still going through rehabilitation. Julie recalled her experience last September in a speech. It was the first time she had been on campus since she was shot.

"I came here today not to speak as a victim but as a victor! I came here today not to tell you how to live your life, but to live it. I came here today to talk of strength, support and success," she told the group.
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Doctors had given Beasley a 5 percent chance of living, she said. Because of her amazing will to live, doctors and nurses began calling her "BMW-12" (Bionic Miracle Woman of the 12th Floor).

Beasley said the support she received was overwhelming. Faculty members and students visited her round the clock, two blood drives were held in her name on the Schreiner campus, and a friend at Schreiner set up a bank account for people to make donations. "With this kind of support you'll beat the odds every time," she said. Kerr County Sheriff W.R. Hierholzer recommended Beasley for the State of Texas Directors award for heroism and bravery.

"I have been a peace officer for the State of Texas for over 20 years and I have never met anyone with the will to live and the courage that Julie has shown," Hierholzer wrote. Sheriff Hierholzer, representing all of those law officers who admire her "grit," came to see Julie graduate on Sunday. He was one of the cheering crowd. She affects people that way.

April 19, 2002

Schreiner University announces baccalaureate and commencement speakers

KERRVILLE- On May 5, Schreiner University's 125 graduates and their families will have the opportunity to hear Dr. Ann Hayes Die and the Reverend Dana C. Jones Jr., the featured speakers at the university's commencement ceremony and baccalaureate service, respectively.

Die, after 9 years as president of Hendrix College in Arkansas, last year joined A.T. Kearney Executive Search, an international consulting and executive search firm, serving as vice president and partner in their higher education practice. She is a member of the board of directors of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, the Foundation for Independent Higher Education, Educational and Institutional Insurance Administrators, and the American Council on Education.

While at Hendrix College, she served as president or chair of six national higher education bodies, including the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, the American Council on Education Council of Fellows, and the NCAA Division III President's Council. She currently serves as a member of the board of Air University of the U.S. Air Force, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation and Acxiom Corporation. Dr. Die graduated summa cum laude from Lamar University, earned a master's degree from the University of Houston, and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Texas A&M Univeristy.

The Rev. Jones is senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth. He has served on thePresbyterian General Assembly Council, Worldwide Ministries Division, Advisory Committee on Social Witness Policy and other committees in the larger church organization.

Jones earned a bachelor's degree in political science at Yale University, a J.D. degree at Dickinson School of Law, and nearly a decade later after practicing law, earned a master of divinity degree at Princeton Theological Seminary.
Jones serves on Schreiner University's board of trustees.

April 18, 2002

Schreiner University Homecoming 2002 is this weekend (April 19-21)

KERRVILLE-Schreiner University is "calling home" all former students this weekend for Homecoming 2002-four days of reunions, parties and fun. Schreiner former students and their invited guests will enjoy Saturday night's featured entertainer, country recording artist Gary P. Nunn.

This year's homecoming is kicked off with Schreiner University's Texas Writers Conference on Thursday. Acclaimed Latina writer Sandra Cisneros headlines the event. Other Homecoming activities include the annual Randy Shepler Golf Tournament, a reception for all Schreiner former athletes, Muster and recognition of "Golden Grads" from the Class of 1952, Homecoming Picnic, and Saturday night's dinner, dance and silent auction. Homecoming 2002 concludes Sunday with a worship service and brunch.

Schreiner former students may register of any or all events by calling Schreiner University Alumni House at 792-7201. Click here for the Homecoming 2002 schedule!

April 5, 2002
SCHREINER UNIVERSITY'S HILL COUNTRY COLLEGE FUND RAISES ALMOST $1 MILLION
KERRVILLE, Texas- The 2001-2002 Hill Country College Fund (HCCF) campaign leaders recently announced that their volunteers have raised a record-setting $972,701 to fund need-based tuition assistance grants for Schreiner University students from Kerr, Gillespie, Kimble, Kendall, Bandera, Edwards and Real counties. Their goal was $515,000-$415,000 to be available immediately, and $100,000 to endow HCCF grants.

The campaign raised $442,203 for current grants and $530,498 to endow the HCCF. Largest of the endowment gifts was $500,100. Only interest from endowed funds can be used for HCCF grants, but those funds produce interest in perpetuity.

"I am pleased that we have met our goal and wish to thank everyone involved with the campaign - the leaders, the volunteers and especially Masel Quinn, our honorary chairwoman-for making a Schreiner University education more accessible to Hill Country students," said Campaign Chairwoman Sandy Merritt, at a victory celebration. "During a time of tragedy for our country, people in this community still came together to support Schreiner students."

Merritt was assisted by: Advanced Gifts Chairwoman Sue Robertson, owner of Sue Robertson Interior Design; Advanced Gifts Co-Chairman Greg Shrader, publisher of Kerrville Daily Times; Advanced Gifts Co-Chairwoman Maud Jennings; Business Division Chairman Bret Ford, optometrist at Vision Source; Business Division Co-Chairwoman Margie Jetton, owner of Advanced Insurance Group; Citizens Division Chairman Jeff Talarico, salesman at Crenwelge Motors; and Citizens Division Co-Chairwoman Pat Parker, owner of Pat Parker Homes and Land.

These leaders were assisted by nearly 100 volunteers spread out over the seven-county area.
Schreiner University president, Dr. Tim Summerlin, said, "The stunning success of this year's Hill Country College Fund campaign is a credit to those who did the hard work of drive, and to the generous people of this region. Chairwoman Sandy Merritt and her team, and Honorary Chairwoman Masel Quinn, all have done a tremendous service for students with need in our area.

"The total raised this year for current use and endowment represents a milestone-one so near $1 million, we are going to continue to work this month and the next to push the total over that mark," Summerlin said.

"As always, the final goal is to enable students from the Hill Country to benefit from a Schreiner University education. We're thrilled that this community and university are so united on this goal."
Last year's campaign goal was $500,000, with volunteers raising $501,130. During the past 24 years, HCCF has provided almost $6 million in tuition assistance to students from Kerr and contiguous counties. The HCCF assists 100-150 Schreiner students each year.

For information on helping the Hill Country College Fund reach $1 million before May 31, call the Office of Advancement and Public Affairs at 830-792-7201.

April 4, 2002

38 SCHREINER UNIVERSITY STUDENTS INDUCTED INTO FRESHMAN HONOR SOCIETY
KERRVILLE, Texas- Schreiner University initiated 38 students into the Schreiner chapter of Alpha Lambda Delta, a national honor society for freshmen, on March 22.

Named to the roster of high-achieving students were: Karie Atkinson, Heather Atteberry, Maria Chavez, Drew Cory, Holly Crockett, Cynthia Dees, Diane Delery, Margarita Diaz, Toni Fluegel, Will Gates, Jorge Guajardo, Stephen Harris, Celeste Holland, Daniel Horrell, Emily Houghton, Michelle Huddleston, Tiffany Judkins, Joshua Kemp, Brian Lake, Kathleen Landreth, Sally Middleton, Amanda Miller, Kevin Mundt, Annelise Munoz, Nancy Nixon, Rachelle Parler, Tiffanny Riedel, Afton Sands, Abigail Shupe, Shelley Stark, Christi Thompson, Lauren Tuttle, Lucy Van Goethem, Bryce Vincent, Aaron Vogler, Troy Wellman, Carmina Zamora, and Elizaveta Zheganina.

Membership in Alpha Lambda Delta is open to full-time freshmen who earn a 3.5 GPA or higher at a four-year university. Founded in the spring of 1924 at the University of Illinois, Alpha Lambda Delta is a national honor society that recognizes and encourages academic excellence among freshmen. Today, Alpha Lambda Delta has more than 225 chapters throughout the nation and offers almost $100,000 in scholarships to its members.

Dr. Patricia Graham, national president of Alpha Lambda Delta, presided as the installing officer during the initiation service. Graham is the executive director of special events at the University of Texas at San Antonio and has been on the national council of Alpha Lambda Delta for 16 years.

Honorary members also were initiated during the ceremony. They included Schreiner faculty and staff members: Dr. Tim Summerlin, Dr. Mike Looney, Fred Gamble, Darlene Bannister, Jackie Burton, Gary Biel and Peg Layton. Jean Nixon, a recent Schreiner graduate, also was initiated as an honorary member.

The 2001-2002 chapter officers were installed during the ceremony. Officers are Guajardo, president; Nixon, vice president; Vogler, secretary/treasurer; and Landreth, historian.
The Schreiner chapter was formed in 1999 and officially became a national Alpha Lambda Delta chapter in spring 2002.

March 27, 2002

HARVARD LAW STUDENT BRYONN BAIN TO SPEAK AT SCHREINER

KERRVILLE, Texas- Aspiring lawyer Bryonn Bain will share his experiences at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 4 in the Cailloux Activity Center's Corner Pocket on the Schreiner University campus. The event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by Schreiner's Student Activities Multicultural Board.

While on break from Harvard Law School, Bain and several friends were unjustly arrested in New York City. That event inspired Bain to write "The Bill of Rights for Black Men," an essay that was published by Harvard Law School and championed by Harvard professor Lani Guinier.

Bain speaks of never losing sight of your goals despite the obstacles that you may face along the way, and of a future of equality of human rights. His story has been the topic of conversation for Ted Koppel, Chris Mathews, Johnnie Cochran and Oprah Winfrey. He recently was interviewed by Mike Wallace for CBS' "60 Minutes." For more information, call 792-7283.

March 7, 2002

LATINA WRITER SANDRA CISNEROS KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT 2002 TEXAS WRITERS CONFERENCE AT SCHREINER UNIVERSITY
The world's leading Latina writer, Sandra Cisneros, will be featured at Schreiner University's 2002 Texas Writers Conference on April 18 at the Cailloux Campus Activity Center.

The annual conference, which is funded by the RGK Foundation, is free and open to the public. "We are so excited to showcase this distinct voice in American literature," said Dr. Kathleen Hudson, Schreiner professor of English and conference founder. "Sandra Cisneros has already made a huge difference in the world, and I have been thrilled by the written response of my students as they read her story 'Woman Hollering Creek.' "

Cisneros is a novelist, poet, short story writer and essayist whose work gives voice to working-class Latino and Latina life in America. Her lyrical, realistic work blends aspects of "high" and popular culture. In 1983, Cisneros wrote the novel, "The House on Mango Street," a series of vignettes told from the perspective of a young girl growing up in Chicago. She is the author of a collection of short stories, "Woman Hollering Creek and Other Stories" (1991).

She also wrote three volumes of poetry: "Bad Boys" (1980), "My Wicked Wicked Ways" (1987) and "Loose Woman" (1994). Her latest novel, "Caramelo," was published this fall. Cisneros has received two National Endowment for the Arts fellowships, one in fiction and one in poetry, as well as a Dobie-Paisano fellowship, and numerous other honors including an honorary doctor of letters degree from the State University of New York at Purchase and the prestigious MacArthur Foundation Fellowship.

The following is a schedule of events for the 2002 Texas Writers Conference (all events are in the Cailloux Center):
1:30-3:30 p.m. Open mike reading; Schreiner students present critical papers on the work of Cisneros. Sponsored by the Schreiner chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, an international English honors society.
3:30-5 p.m. Open mike reading; Schreiner students present creative responses to Cisneros' work. Sponsored by the Schreiner Creative Writing Class.
5:30-7 p.m. Texas authors' book exhibit
7 p.m. Reading by Cisneros, followed by reception and book signing.

"We have showcased strong and distinct voices at this conference over the years: N'tozoke Shange, Joy Harjo, Becky Patterson, Roxy Gordon, Elmer Kelton, Robert Flynn, Naomi Nye, Red Steagall, Don Edwards, Kinky Friedman, James McMurtry and Tish Hinojosa are but a few," Hudson said. "Sandra brings a rare perspective to the annual conference. We are thrilled!"

The public is invited to participate in the open mike sessions. For more information, contact
Hudson at 830-792-7409 or e-mail her at khudson@schreiner.edu.

March 18, 2002

TIF GRANTS POWER UP SCHREINER UNIVERSITY'S TECHNOLOGY

Access to technology and the World Wide Web has become increasingly important for higher education, but administrators are loathe to pass the considerable costs on to students' families. Schreiner University is working with the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund Board to fill the gap.

Created in 1995 by the 75th Legislature, the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund (TIF) Board is a state agency that funds technology in schools, libraries, institutions of higher education, and public, not-for-profit healthcare facilities. Its mission is to help Texas create an advanced telecommunications infrastructure by encouraging universal and scaleable connectivity, technology training programs and quality content that strengthens education, healthcare, and libraries in Texas.

Priority is given to rural and under-served populations. According to Candice Scott, Schreiner University's director of library and information technology, "Seven years ago, our campus had two modem-accessed public workstations in the library and five in the computer lab. The administrative network was created shortly after that but it provided access only to campus offices. Our students and community patrons continued to rely on modems."

In 1999, Schreiner received its first TIF grant. "By then the University had managed to expand Internet services to four public machines and 11 computer lab stations," Scott says. "No student residences were wired. With that first TIF project, Schreiner added 13 public access computers to a new 10/100 Mpbs network; installed 12 new computers to the lab network, wired "in-the-walls" two residence halls and one classroom building, and purchased a variety of multimedia equipment for instructional uses in the library and classrooms. It also instituted a series of workshops for faculty and students." Schreiner was wired-but not done.

In 2001, the University benefited from two more TIF grants totaling $125,000. They have funded installation of a wireless network over all campus residence halls, the library, and the main classroom building. In addition, workstations are being added to the library, the computer lab, and students may borrow 10 laptops with wireless NICs from the library to use anywhere on campus.

But wires and monitors don't tell the whole story. Schreiner University has made a concerted effort to provide learning experiences for faculty, staff, and students. "We have implemented an online course management software program that would have failed had faculty not had learning experiences that TIF provided," says Scott. In addition, TIF funding has enabled TexShare to negotiate a reasonable price for access to each of the databases made available to Logan Library users.

Schreiner continues to serve not only its students (96 percent are Texas residents) but the community (38 percent of Schreiner's registered library patrons are non-student residents of the Kerrville area). Eighty percent of Schreiner's classrooms have Internet access via the TIF-funded wireless network; easily 50 percent of faculty is actively using Web resources. "Our job is not complete but we have made great strides toward preparing our students and community to be savvy users of telecommunication resources," Scott says. "We couldn't have done it without TIF support."