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Pictured (from left) is: Jerry and Avis Wilson, Laura and Andrew Hallonquist, Josh and Whitney Floyd, Bethany and Jared Murdock, Amy and Tony Deornellis, Jenny and Kyle Covey, and Clancy Holmes and Louise Starek

The Continuing Education and Corporate Training department at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ recently offered a lively and engaging Country Western Dance class. Held on Monday nights at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ's Hanson-Sewell Center in Pittsburg, TX, the course drew a diverse group of participants eager to learn the basics of popular country western dance styles. 

The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ (ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ) Regenerative Farm is excited to announce the opening of its Muscadine Grape picking season. This annual event offers community members the unique opportunity to pick their own Muscadine Grapes for just $5 per gallon.

Rene' McCracken, Director of Agriculture at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, invites everyone to participate in this seasonal harvest. "Muscadines are not only native to the south, absolutely delicious in jelly, sauces, or wine, but can be extremely healthy for you since they are packed full of antioxidants," said McCracken.

Pictured: Look for this app on your mobile device.

Did you know that Current ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ students, faculty and staff are eligible for FREE season passes to ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Eagles Athletics home games? Just download the Hometown Tickets App to your mobile device, search for ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ and use your student or employee ID number as a code to activate your season pass. It's that simple!

PIctured: Daingerfield Mayor, Wade Kerley, and ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Professor, Dr. Will McWhorter

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Foundation recently received a donation of $10,000 from the Stevenson family of Gilmer. These funds will help the Honors Northeast program continue its legacy of unique special projects, specifically their annual feature-length film. Pictured at the check presentation is (from left): Dr. Andrew Yox, ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Honors Director, Wlliam Stevenson, David A. Stevenson, David L. Stevenson, and Dr. Ron Clinton, ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ President. 

The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Board of Trustees met for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 27th. A Public Hearing on Proposed 2024-2025 Operating Budget and Proposed Tax Rate was held prior to the meeting, but there was no public comments so the hearing was adjourned. 

President’s Report

You've probably heard ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ's tagline "Start here, go anywhere" - and it's true! We frequently hear stories about the great things our alumni are up to in our community and in the world beyond. A few of our former students have recently made national headlines. These are just a couple of examples of how ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Eagles are making a difference in the world!

ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ welcomes Artist Laura Abrams as the exhibiting artist for September. Her artwork will be on display from Friday, September 6th through Wednesday, September 25th.  A reception will be held on Wednesday, February 11th, at 12:30 p.m. in the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts. 

The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ women's soccer team started strong against traditional powerhouse Richland JC on Friday night in Dallas. The Eagles kept pace with the Thunderducks scoring off of a free-kick to keep the score close throughout much of the first half.  The Eagles could not get over the hump despite making it a contest in the first half and keeping the score a respectable 3-1. Eventually, the Thunderducks would round into form and put the game away in the 2nd half, taking home a 7-1 victory in the season opener for both clubs.

The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Business Club recently had the opportunity to see business principles at work in the real world on a travel study trip to Boston.