Axe ’Em, Jacks!
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - An artist's reception for Vera Barnett, whose works are showing in Stephen F. Austin State University art galleries, is scheduled for Thursday evening, April 21.
Barnett's exhibition, which features oil paintings, as well as examples of the artist's plastic models used to make her paintings, is showing through May 6 in both the Griffith Gallery on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ campus and in The Cole Art Center @ The Old Opera House in downtown Nacogdoches.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Regent Nelda Luce Blair speaks at second WiSTEM Luncheon and Style Show
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Tables decorated in purple and white and adorned with science-related centerpieces were packed last week during the second annual Stephen F. Austin State University Women in STEM Luncheon and Style Show in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Grand Ballroom.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Regent Nelda Luce Blair - an attorney and president and owner of the Blair Law Firm in The Woodlands - presented to the audience three guiding principles she said comprise some of women's "Super Natural" traits.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ's Swingin' Axes, Aces jazz bands to perform
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Saxophonist and vocalist David Caceres will join the Swingin' Axes jazz band at Stephen F. Austin State University when the Axes and Swingin' Aces perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21, in Cole Concert Hall on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ campus.
As a vocalist, Houston-based Caceres will perform Frank Sinatra's "Luck Be a Lady" and Michael Buble's "Can't Buy Me Love." He will sing and play on All Jarreau's "Roof Garden."
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ's hospitality administration, visual impairment programs to host 'Dining in the Dark'
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Stephen F. Austin State University's hospitality administration and visual impairment programs are hosting "Dining in the Dark" from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at the Nacogdoches County Civic Center to raise awareness about visual impairment.
The event is a sensory encounter designed to prompt blindfolded guests to use their senses beyond vision throughout a four-course meal. It also will feature a cocktail hour and silent auction. Every table will have an ambassador from the visual impairment program to assist guests.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ student organizations hosting book drive for area children
Stephen F. Austin State University's Jacks Council on Family Relations is partnering with Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ's Residence Hall Association to host a children's book drive to benefit area children. Pictured, from left, are Kelsey Ticer, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ graduate student and vice president for JCFR; Dr.Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ's School of Human Sciences recognizes students during annual convocation
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Stephen F. Austin State University's School of Human Sciences faculty and staff members recognized dozens of students during its annual Honors Convocation Tuesday, April 12, on the university's campus.
"This convocation recognizes student excellence and scholastic achievement and acknowledges an outstanding alumni," said Dr. Lynda Martin, director of the School of Human Sciences.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ faculty members honored during Teaching Excellence Convocation
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Seven Stephen F. Austin State University faculty members were recognized for their teaching abilities during the annual Teaching Excellence Convocation Wednesday, April 13, in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Regents' Suite A on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ campus.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ political science students present research findings during joint conference
Guest pianist An to perform with Orchestra of the Pines
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - The Orchestra of the Pines at Stephen F. Austin State University will present the program "Stories from Afar" when the ensemble performs at 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 25, in Cole Concert Hall on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ campus.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ Steel Band to present diverse program
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Stephen F. Austin State University's Steel Band will present a multifaceted program when the band, also known as Jacks of Steel, performs at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 24, in Cole Concert Hall on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ campus.
"The concert will consist of a diverse variety of styles, including traditional, contemporary, pop songs and even some ska music," said Dr. Brad Meyer, director of percussion studies for the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵ School of Music.