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TXST sets all-time record with $141 million in research spending, fueled by Run to R1 efforts
Texas State University’s efforts to attain Research-1 Carnegie classification status—embodied by the Run to R1 initiative launched in early 2023—are reflected in record-setting Research and Development expenditures of $141.3 million for the 2023 fiscal year. This is a $31.3 million, or 28.4%, increase over the previous record set in 2022. That level of funding stands out when viewed in the context of the past five years. In 2018, TXST set a then-record of $64.3 million in research spending, a dramatic increase of $77 million, or 118.6%, over that span. Texas State President Kelly Damphousse has set a 2027 goal for TXST to...
Bobcats extend win streak to five with road victory over Bearkats
A late seventh-inning push put #23 Texas State softball (27-7, 5-1 Sun Belt Conference) past Sam Houston State University (12-20, 1-8 Conference USA) 6-4 Tuesday evening at Bearkat Softball Complex in Huntsville, Texas. The Bobcats have now won five in a row, including 13 of their last 14 games, and...
Gary Job Corps hosting career fair
, , If a company is looking to create a pipeline for new employees, the Gary Job Corps Career Fair hosted in partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor is the perfect way to do so. The GJC invites companies to set up a booth at the career fair from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 18 at the GJC Center located at 2800 Airport Hwy 21. “The employers will have an opportunity to [interview] newly skilled and trained young adults eager to start their career,” Gary Job Corps Business Engagement Liaison Susanne Ritter said. “In addition, participating in the career fair will build up the relationship with the center and their company with an opportunity to tour the center after the career fair.” Ritter said the Job Corps is a federal career technical training and education program for young people who would like to have higher-paying careers and higher education. “With more than 120 residential and nonresidential campuses nationwide, training is available in the nation’s fastest-growing industries to low-income 16- through 24-year-olds,” Ritter said. “The program is free of charge for students.” Sign up for the career fair at this link: docs.google.com/ forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-nDMxlA_ kF0cRxIqiIKohKNix51xh2eMqlPt-j mGxZEslDW-A/ viewform?pli=1.
Nature/Nurture Exhibit at TXST until March 31
, , , The divine mother, or mother nature herself, is vast and overarching; she evokes deep emotions with her various colors and forms. For seemingly all of existence, human beings have been endlessly fascinated by her. A trip into the Texas State University FLEX Gallery will transport you into a serene botanical wonderland rich with luscious flowers, moss, tree fungus and other natural elements. The Nature Nurture/ Nurture Nature exhibit has artwork by Elizabeth Chiles — University of Texas Department of Art and Art History lecturer, Yevgenia Davidoff — an Austin based artist and designer, Sarah Hirneisen — Texas State...
Texas State soccer intercepts international backline transfer
During busy spring practices and scrimmages, Texas State soccer has leveled up its defensive strategy by adding one more international defender for the upcoming 2024 season. Angela Gatto, a junior defender hailing originally from Passy, France, announced she is joining the Bobcats as a transfer from the University of Charleston.
Hays County designated 'storm ready' by NWS
Hays County has proactively taken steps to prepare, respond, recover and mitigate future weather-related disasters. The National Weather Service, under its WeatherReady Nation Program, has acknowledged these improvements and efforts to protect the citizens of Hays County. This month, the Hays County Commissioners Court recognized Hays County as a StormReady community. The Hays County Office of Emergency Services accepted the designation, publicly demonstrating a commitment to strengthen the local public safety program.
Softball Game Recap: Wimberley Texans vs. Boerne Greyhounds
Wimberley was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took an 11-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Boerne Greyhounds. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Wimberley of the 14-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Two-pitcher approach works like a charm once again for first-place Cajuns at Texas State
SAN MARCOS, Texas – This notion of scripting the pitching plan is beginning to look like pure genius. One week after Andrew Herrmann and LP Langevin combined to hurl a shutout over Old Dominion, the duo did it again during a 4-1 road victory over Texas State at Bobcat Ballpark in San Marcos, Texas.
San Marcos closes four trails for endangered bird
Four natural area trails in San Marcos are closed to protect a rare endangered species of bird until May 31. The golden-cheeked warbler is a small bird that only nests in Central Texas, including San Marcos. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPW), the bird migrates to Texas in March to nest and leaves around July to spend the winter in Mexico and South America.
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