2019-2020 President's Annual Report

2019-2020 Pres ident’s Annual Report Dr. Dwight J . Fennell , Pres ident

“Envisioning the Future – Planning for Success”

2019-2020 Pres ident’s Annual Report Dr . Dwight J . Fennell Pres ident

“Envisioning the Future – Planning for Success”

Table of Contents

The President’s Pen

i

Board of Trustee Members 2019-2020

ii

Historical Overview

iii

Mission Statement and Core Values

iv

Institutional Accreditation, Approvals and Memberships

v

INSTITUTIONAL FACTS

1-3

ENROLLMENT DEMOGRAPHICS

5-11

Total Enrollment

7

Enrollment by Status

8

Enrollment by Gender

9

Enrollment by Ethnicity

10

Enrollment by Geography

11

FINANCIAL UPDATE

13-17

Operating Revenue

15

Operating Expenses

16

Functional Expenses

17

INSTITUTIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

19-27

Service to Community

21

Southside Bank Initiative

21

ETS/TADC Initiative

22

LEGACY Scholarship Fundraiser

22

Campus Building/Renovation Updates

23

Founder’s Convocation

24

Federal Recognition

24

The Male Initiative (Men in Suits)

24-25

College calendar

25-27

COVID-19 UPDATES

29-35

FRIENDS OF THE COLLEGE

37-42

The Pres ident’s Pen

Dear Alumni and Friends of Texas College,

I pray that all is well and that you are remaining safe during these unprecedented times. I am pleased to provide you with a summary of the academic year as presented in this 2019-2020 President’s Annual Report. Each year a report of this nature is prepared to provide an abridged update of the events and status of the college for your information. Thank you for your continued financial support and prayers; this remains needed for such a time as this. I am pleased to share that the information provided is a result of the support that the college has and continues to receive. Moreover, with the contributions of many different entities the college had a great fiscal year as compared to the year prior 2018-2019. To this end, the total assets increased; the investments (at fair value) were reported as increased; the tuition and fees increased; and the operating expenses decreased. All of the aforementioned are significant accomplishments for us.

It should also be noted that the college and the world also experienced the onset of having to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused the year to end in an unprecedented manner. Texas College as the various communities and business of the world must now begin to embrace at “new normalcy,” as we move into our future. For your information, this report also includes an abridged account of the college’s response to matters associated with the pandemic.

Again, thank you for your continued support of Texas College. Our prayers remain with you; stay safe!

Sincerely,

Dwight J. Fennell President

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Board of Trustees 2019-2020

Trustee Lawrence L. Reddick, III, Chairman

Trustee Billye Suber Aaron

Trustee Vanessee Burns

Trustee Bridget Chisholm

Trustee Gwendolyn Collins

Trustee Carmichael Crutchfield

Trustee Tyrone T. Davis

Trustee Vince Gonzales

Trustee Robert Hatchett

Trustee Charles Hill

Trustee Jim Lambeth

Trustee Orenthia Mason

Trustee Leon McCowan

Trustee Timothy H. McKay

Trustee Jamal Moharer

Trustee Clifton Roberson

Trustee Annie Grace Robinson

Trustee Hirsch A. Serman

Trustee Sarah D. Wilborn

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Hi stor ical Overv i ew

In the Spring of 1894, Texas College was found by a group of ministers from the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. The founding represented the start of the educational process for a group of disenfranchised individuals in the area of east Texas, City of Tyler. The Charter as originally issued July 1, 1907, indicates that the name of the corporation was established as "Texas College, "with the purpose of an educational institution designed to operate under the supervision care and ownership of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church in America. The exclusive educational direction was to include the education of youths, male and female, in all branches of a literary, scientific and classical education wherein [all] shall be taught theology, normal training of teachers, music, commercial and industrial training , and agricultural and mechanical sciences. On June 12, 1909, the name of the college was changed from Texas College to Phillips University. The noted change was associated with Bishop Henry Phillips, as a result of his leadership and educational interests for mankind. The name change was short lived and reportedly lasted until actions for a name reversal occurred in 1910 at the Third Annual Conference of the church. On May 1912 the college was officially renamed Texas College. The subsequent years of the College were spent with refinements and enhancements of the educational enterprise. The Articles of Incorporation reflect such efforts with modifications and amendments during periods 1909 to 1966. The College today complies with its founding principles in that she remains open to all individuals without discrimination on the grounds of national origin, race, religion, or sex ... with the right to offer instruction in the areas of Arts and Sciences, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences preparation of teachers and the provision of instructional supports, to those in pursuit of an education. (Note: Information provided by Secretary of State Charter - July 10, 1907; Amendment -July 24, 1909; Amendment - March 14, 1918, Amendment - November 26, 1957; Statement - September 26, 1963; Statement of Change of Registered Agent - August 15, 1966 and Amendment - August 19, 1966.)

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Mi s s ion Statement & Core Values

Mission Statement

Texas College is a Historically Black College founded in 1894, by a group of CME ministers. Our mission continues to embody the principles of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. The College shall prepare students with competencies in critical and creative thinking related to the knowledge, skills, and abilities as defined in areas of study. Additionally, the College shall provide an environment to inspire intellectual, spiritual, ethical, moral, and social development, which empowers graduates to engage in life-long learning, leadership, and service. (Restated by the Board of Trustees October 24, 2019)

Core Values

Academic Excellence - Developing a cultur e of cur iosity and cr eativity that will challenge the fr ontier s of teaching/learning; stimulate research; raise the level of analytical reasoning and inquiry; and enable students to acquire leadership, human relations, communication, and technology skills.

Integrity - Instilling the pursuit of character, honesty, and sincerity of purpose as the moral rubrics upon which the behaviors of our graduates and College family are anchored.

Perseverance - Implanting diligence, enter pr ise, and pr ide in the application of skills, knowledge, and abilities developed during the course of study at Texas College

Social Responsibility - Promoting in the College community a conscious awar eness that we ar e all stewar ds of the resources entrusted to our care.

Tolerance - Emphasizing openness to divergent points of view, applying an eclectic approach to rational and analytical thinking.

Community Service - Encouraging self-extension in service to others as the heart and soul of our educational enterprise.

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Institutional Accreditation, Approvals & Memberships

Accreditation

Texas College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate and Baccalaureate Degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Texas College.

Institutional Approvals

Texas College is listed with and approved by the Texas Education Agency and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to offer select licensure programs for Teacher Education. Texas College is approved for the training of veterans as prescribed by the Veterans Administration Office. Texas College is approved by the Texas Workforce Commission as a training site.

Institutional Authorizations

Texas College is authorized by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agency to admit non-immigrant international students.

Institutional Memberships

 American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers

Council for Higher Education



Council of Independent Colleges



 Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas

 National Association of Deans, Registrars and Admission Officers

 National Association For Equal Opportunity in Higher Education

 National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities

 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics

Red River Athletic Conference



Sooner Athletic Conference



 Texas Association of Developing Colleges

UNCF



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Inst i tut ional Facts

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Inst i tut ional Facts

Board Chairman: Senior Bishop Lawr ence L. Reddick, III - Presiding Prelate of the Eighth Episcopal District of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Dallas, Texas.

Institutional Founding and Affiliation: The College was founded by the Chr is tian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church, January 9, 1894.

Motto: “Give the People Light and They Will Find Their Way”

Institutional Type: Texas College is Liber al Ar ts, coed institution that is r ecognized as a Histor ically Black College University (HBCU). The designation of “HBCU” was determined by federal recognition that all colleges and universities that were established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964, with the specific purpose of serving the African-Americans would be acknowledged as such. Pursuant to the latest demographics, there are 101 HBCUs in the United States as public and private institutions. The current data reflects the discontinuation of some, as it is down from the 121 institutions that existed during the 1930s. Of the remaining HBCUs, 27 offer doctoral programs, 52 offer master's level programs, 83 offer the bachelor's degree and 38 offer associate degrees. Charter Designation/Incorporation: The State of Texas in 1907, char ter ed Texas College as a r eligious and educational non-profit organization with the purpose [abbreviated] … “to found and operate a college under the supervision , care and ownership of the Colored Methodist Episcopal Church in America for the education of youth, male and female, in all branches of a literary, scientific and classical education wherein shall be taught also theology, normal training of Teachers, music, commercial and industrial training, and the agricultural and mechanical sciences … and the right to establish and confer degrees and grant diplomas.” The charter has been amended seven times since the original establishment of it. Operating Authority: Texas College is fully accr edited by the r egional accr editing body, Souther n Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC), to offer the Associate of Arts degree, as well as the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. The College also has specific program accreditation with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to offer the Educational Preparation Program (EPP) leading to licensure preparation in teaching.

Student/Teacher Ratio: The student-teacher ratio is 29:1.

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Enrollment Demographics

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Enrollment Demographics : Total Enrollment

2019-2020 Enrollment: 940 Students

Below, the Texas College seal is divided into 94 separate tiles. Each individual tile represents 10 different students that enrolled at Texas College this academic year, perpetuating the institution’s 126-year legacy.

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Enrollment Demographics : Status

Full-Time

891

Part-Time

49

TOTAL

940

Retention Rate: 70%

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Enrollment Demographics : Gender

Female

425

Male

615

TOTAL

940

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Enrollment Demographics : Ethnic i ty

African American

771

Asian

1

Caucasian

24

American Indian or Alaska Native

2

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

1

Hispanic

95

International

27

Two or more races reported

17

Unknown i.e., not reported

2

TOTAL

940

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Enrollment Demographics : Geographical Regions

Alabama

1

Kentucky

1

NewMexico

1

Tennessee

4

Arkansas

1

Louisiana

31

NorthCarolina

3

Texas

813

California

22

Maryland

1

Ohio

5

USVirgin Islands

1

Florida

12

Michigan

6

Oklahoma

2

Washington

1

Georgia

4

Minnesota

1

PuertoRico

5

Wisconsin

3

Iowa

1

Missouri

4

Rhode Island

1

International

7

Illinois

4

Mississippi

4

SouthCarolina

1

TOTAL

940

Enrollment by Geographical Regions

■ Student state or region

Note: International student region not depicted.

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Financi al Update

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Financ i al Update : Operat ing Revenue (Report as of June 30 , 2019)

Operating Revenue Summary

Actual by Percentage

Tuition and Fees

62.53%

Room & Board

26.86%

Income on Investments & Other[1]

1.56%

UNCF, Private Gifts, Grants, Other[2] Sales

9.05%

TOTAL

100%

[1] Consists of two amounts (Gain/Loss on Investments & Dividend and Interest Income [2] Consists of two amounts (UNCF & Other Private Grants)

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Financ i al Update : Operat ing Expenses (Report as of June 30 , 2019)

Operating Expenses Summary

Actual by Percentage

Instruction (500)

12.07%

Academic Affairs (510 & 520)

2.63%

Students Services (530)

11.54%

Institutional Support (540/550) [1]

33.62%

Scholarships (560)

5.86%

Auxiliary Enterprises & Public Service (570/575)

22.55%

Bad Debt Expense & Depreciation (580)

11.72%

TOTAL

100%

[1] This figure does not include Temporary Restricted Allocation of Expenses

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Financ i al Update : Funct ional Expenses

Functional Expenses Summary

Actual Percentage at June 30, 2018

Actual Percentage at June 30, 2019

Salaries and Frings

36%

44%

Contractual Other

8%

7%

Professional Services

1%

1%

Supplies and Services

1%

1%

Travel

4%

3%

Food Services

5%

7%

Insurance

4%

4%

Equipment and Rental

2%

2%

Interest

4%

7%

Bad Debts, Depreciation, and Amortization

9%

11%

Allocated and Other Cost

26%

13%

TOTAL

100%

100%

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Inst i tut ional Highl ights

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Inst i tut ional Highl ights

Service to Community: Dur ing the Fall Semester the students’ faculty and staffs chose two holiday periods to

provide individuals and families (outside of the College) with “good will” support to brighten the Holiday; this

occurred at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

 Thanksgiving Baskets: A collective effort of the college family provided 100 Thanksgiving baskets for

families in need. The baskets included meal items for a complete Thanksgiving dinner that would serve a

family of four to six (4-6). The Thanksgiving initiative was planned and coordinated by the Office of Student

Affairs with donations from outside groups. The turkeys (100 total) were donated by a faculty member with

the Texas College STEP initiative. This initiative has grown in size with contributions to 100 families.

 Christmas Angel Tree : The Angel Tree initiative that is planned and coordinated by Miss Texas College,

with the support and contributions from students and others across the campus. The Angel Tree celebration

was a huge with more than 200 children from the surrounding community receiving gifts from the student

body.

Southside Bank Initiative (Spring 2020): The Tyler ar ea Southside Bank has invited ar ea colleges

and universities to participate in a project that could assist students’ pathway development in banking.

Pathway direction for higher education consists of the preparation and training of students that may lead

to career placement with (potential) competitive salaries. The participation of students was through a

competitive interview process led by Southside Bank officials and the final selection of participants was

also their doing. Texas College had five students to participate, with all being chosen.

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Inst i tut ional Highl ights

ETS/TADC Initiative: Texas College is a member of the Texas Association of Developing Colleges (TADC)

which consists of the five institutions founded as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in Texas.

The TADC has been invited by Educational Testing Services (ETS) to engage students in research in education

and the social sciences in efforts to enhance their research skills and to prepare students for the GRE and graduate

school. Additionally, ETS will utilize the expertise of senior faculty researchers to train junior faculty mentors,

who have limited experience in pursuing such research. The junior faculty mentors will then work with select

groups of students in various research methodologies in these fields. In summer 2020, the junior faculty mentors

will also complete a “Mindfulness Training” conducted by the faculty of Spelman College’s Psychology

Department. Mindfulness training is a tool used to improve students’ confidence and to assist them with passing

standardized tests. The expected outcome of Texas College’s participation in the initiative is to have and maintain

graduate school readiness for individuals who want to pursue graduate/professional schools.

LEGACY Scholarship Fundraiser: For 2020, LEGACY (a black-tie affair) was to honor/recognize The

League of Women Voters- Tyler/Smith County and the Texas College LEGACY Scholars i.e., students who are

among the highest academic performers at the College. The League of Women Voters – Tyler/Smith County was

celebrating 2020 as their 75th anniversary, while the national League was having their centennial recognition

during this same period. The acknowledgement of the League is significant to bringing the awareness and

importance of the country’s national election. It should also be noted that over that over the years, LEGACY as a

scholarship initiative has been meaningful to the retention and graduation of students with scholarship assistance.

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Inst i tut ional Highl ights

Campus Building/Renovation Updates: Ther e have been aggr essive effor ts to update select ar eas of the

campus for the purpose of creating greater accessibility to accommodations. The primary focus has been on select

facilities that include: the Moody Science Building; the Gus F. Taylor Gymnasium; and the D.R. Glass Library.

Moody Science Building: With the Moody Science Building (MSB), renovations have been made to the existing

restrooms, making them ADA accessible, while also improving the aesthetic appearance. The upgraded initiatives

have also included building a new family restroom on the second floor; and improving accessibility (to the second

floor) with a restored elevator lift . Further upgrades included adding new roofing, replacing five conditioners; and

adding new drainage systems (to the interior and exterior). The outdoor areas surrounding the MSB now need a

topographical survey, to establish if any work under the surface that may be needed.

Gus F. Taylor Gymnasium: The Gus F. Taylor Gymnasium has also experienced aesthetic and functional

upgrades. The upgrades began with minor modifications to the downstairs areas, to make them for functional for

student-athletes. Additionally, repairs and aesthetic supports have been made to the gym’s roof with sealing and

repointing areas along with repainting it. And, the building tie-ins have also been sealed. The next proposed

upgrade will be to upgrade the restrooms.

D.R. Glass Library: The D. R. Glass Library may be considered the “heart” of the academic center for it

provides the necessary academic supports to students and faculty in the teaching-learning process. The Library is

also registered as a historic site; therefore, its preservation is of essential need. However, as an historic site, a

survey of the facility shows it is in primary need of roofing replacement; upgraded wiring; and elevator access.

Notwithstanding, select repairs have begun that include flooring repairs. To address the magnitude of the

aforementioned needs a library grant has been applied for in the amount of $500,000 and approximately $250,000

has been set aside from a currently funded grant to begin the initial work. A topographical survey is also needed to

assess the external foundational structure of this facility.

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Founder’s Convocation: This year ’s Founder’s Convocation was again a special activity as the College

celebrated her 126th anniversary. The occasion was also special in that the speaker, Rev. Dr. VaLita Waits was a

former campus minster and CEM pastor, who re-introduced significant aspects of the founding of the institution,

as well as the founding principles of “Methodism.” Rev. Dr. Waits addressed the theme “Envisioning the

Future- Planning for Success.”

Federal Recognition: Texas College is one of 190 institutions that have been selected to par ticipate in a pilot

program associated with the Federal Work-Study program; and the College is also one of ten HBCUs selected.

The pilot program is designed as an experimental initiative that will allow more students to receive work-study

aid as they participate in work initiatives with private sector employers. This allows for pay during internships,

apprenticeships and other “work aid” initiatives. Attachment 3L is a summary of a press release with comments

made by Education Secretary Betsy DeVos.

The Male Initiative (Men in Suits): With the assistance and dir ection of the Office of Student Affair s, the

male students’ created an initiative to embrace their self-identity at Texas College. With the leadership and

support of three students, the initiative is sub-titled Men in Suits. The focus as designed by the young men follows

with their: Mission Statement, Core Values, V ision Statement, and Pledge of Commitment . The initiative was also

reported by CBS 19, the local television station.

The Male Initiative Mission Statement

The initiative, Men in Suits, is a student-based project initiated by three male students, as a way of galvanizing men throughout the campus in a way of showing commitment, respect and solidarity towards their respective educational pursuits. The wearing of suits is an iconic acknowledgement that [as men] they are collectively “dressed for success” as an understanding of what remains needed beyond the gates of where they are. And, the collective demonstration of wearing suits serves as a constant reminder as young men, they are inextricably tied to God and one another for the success they desire to achieve.

The Male Initiative Core Values

Discipline



Integrity



Respect



Tenacity



Love for God and Mankind



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The Male Initiative Vision Statement

The vision is to remain committed to the charge of receiving an education while demonstrating respect to those they interact with and the environments they embrace.

The Male Initiative Pledge of Commitment

We recognize that today’s generation is perhaps the most misunderstood. We are considered to be a lot of things that are not true to our character. However, we are the future leaders and we pride ourselves on pursuing our greatest successes today. This pledge today is a stepping stone for the Texas College (TC) man. This is the first step toward changing the culture for the men at Texas College. The change begins with the suit and continues with vision, discipline, leadership, respect, and integrity; every TC man will matriculate and excel. The pledge is to uphold our roll and responsibilities as future leaders of tomorrow and become better men by upholding the mission and values of Texas College. This is my pledge today.

The Initiative now moves forward with planned forums and programs led by the guest speakers, entrepreneurs,

and civic leaders who will address the young men. And, as a result of local interest by community partners there

have been invitation to engage students in internships and possible employment opportunities.

College Calendar: The calendar which follows is pr ovided for informational pur poses. The activities and

dates listed are the cyclical activities of the academic school year. You are encouraged to calendar those activities

which you would like to attend.

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2018-2023 Five Year Projected Academic Calendar*

ACADEMIC TERMS

2018 - 2019

2019 - 2020

2020 - 2021

2021 - 2022

2022 - 2023

ACTIVITY OR EVENT

AUGUST

FA 2018

FA 2019

FA 2020

FA 2021

FA 2022

Staff Returns

8/1 8/6

8/1 8/5

8/3

8/2 8/9

8/1 8/8

Registration for Fall Sports & Auxiliary Camp Faculty Returns & Faculty/Staff Institute New & Transfer Students Orientation

8/10

8/13 - 14

8/12 - 13

8/17 - 18

8/16 - 17

8/15 - 16

8/15

8/14

8/19

8/18

8/17

Registration for New Students

8/16 - 17

8/15 - 16

8/20 - 21

8/19 - 20

8/18 - 19

Residence Halls Open for Returning Students Fall Registration Begins for All Students

8/18 8/20 8/22 8/22

8/17 8/19 8/21 8/21

8/22 8/24 8/26 8/26

8/21 8/23 8/25 8/25

8/20 8/22 8/24 8/24

First Day of Class

Late Registration Begin (Fee Apply)

Add/Drop A Course

8/23 - 24

8/22 - 23

8/27 - 28

8/26 - 27

8/25 - 26

College Assembly Begin

8/29

8/28

9/2

9/1

8/31

SEPTEMBER Labor Day Holiday (No Classes/Offices Closed) First Day to Make Application for Graduation

9/3 9/4

9/2 9/3

9/7 9/8

9/6 9/7

9/5 9/6

Hispanic Heritage Month

9/15 9/19

9/15 9/18

9/15 9/23

9/15 9/22

9/15 9/21

Fall Convocation

OCTOBER

Mid - Term Exams

10/8 - 12

10/7 - 11

10/12 - 16

10/11 - 15

10/10 - 14

Mid - Term Grades Due (Submit to AA Office)

10/15

10/14

10/19

10/18

10/17

Financial Aid Awareness Week

10/15 - 19 10/21 - 27

10/21 - 25 10/28 - 2

Homecoming Week***

TBA

TBA

TBA

Last Day to Withdraw From a Course with a "W"

10/30

10/30

10/30

10/29

10/28

NOVEMBER Pre - Registration for the Spring Semester

11/5 - 9 11/21

11/4 - 8 11/27

11/2 - 6 11/25

11/1 - 5 11/24

10/31 - 4

Residence Halls Close for the Thanksgiving Holiday

11/23

Thanksgiving Holiday (No Classes/Campus Closed)****

11/22 - 23

11/28 - 29

11/26 - 27

11/25 - 26

11/24 - 25

Residence Halls Open at 8:00am

11/25 11/26 11/28 11/30 11/30

12/1 12/2

11/29 11/30 11/25

11/28 11/29

11/27 11/28 11/30

Classes Resume and Offices Open at 8:00am Last College Assembly for the Semester

11/20 11/27 11/27

12/1 12/3 12/3

Student Study Day (No Classes)

12/4 12/4

12/2 12/2

Last Day to Withdraw From College With a (W)

DECEMBER

Final Exams

12/3 - 7

12/2 - 6

12/7 - 11

12/6 - 10

12/5 - 9

Residence Halls Close at 5:00pm

12/7 12/7

12/6 12/6

12/11 12/11

12/10 12/10

12/9 12/9

Last Day to Remove Incomplete "I" Status from previous SPR/SUM before "I" is converted to an "F" Grade

Final Grades Due (Submit to AA Office) Administrative Offices close at 5:00pm Christmas Holiday (Campus Closed)

12/10 12/21

12/9

12/14 12/23

12/13 12/22

12/12 12/23

12/23

12/24 - 26

12/24 - 26

12/24 - 26

12/24 - 28

12/24 - 28

Staff Returns

12/27

12/27

12/29

12/29

12/29

*Activities and dates may be subject to change. Changes (if any) are posted on the College’s website.

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2018-2023 Five Year Projected Academic Calendar*

ACADEMIC TERMS

2018 - 2019

2019 - 2020

2020 - 2021

2021 - 2022

2022 - 2023

ACTIVITY OR EVENT

JANUARY

SP 2019

SP 2020

SP 2021

SP 2022

SP 2023

New Year Holiday (Campus Closed)

1/1 1/2 1/5 1/7 1/9 1/9

1/1 1/6

1/1 1/4 1/9

1/1 1/3 1/8

1/1 1/3 1/7 1/9

Faculty Staff Institute

Residence Halls Open for All Students Spring Registration Begins for All Students

1/11 1/13 1/15 1/15

1/11 1/13 1/13

1/10 1/12 1/12

First Day of Class

1/11 1/11

Late Registration Begin (Fee Apply)

Add/Drop A Course

1/10 - 11

1/16 - 17

1/14 - 15

1/13 - 14

1/12 - 13

Martin Luther King Holiday (No classes)

1/14 1/16

1/20 1/22

1/18 1/20

1/17 1/19

1/16 1/18

College Assembly Begins

FEBRUARY

Founders’ Convocation Religious Emphasis Week

2/13

2/12

2/17

2/16

2/15

2/17 - 22 2/17 - 22 2/25 - 1

2/16 - 21 2/16 - 21

2/21 - 26 2/21 - 26

2/20 - 25 2/20 - 25 2/28 - 4

2/20 - 24 2/20 - 24 2/27 - 3

Financial Aid Awareness Week

Mid Term Exams

MARCH

Mid Term Exams

3/2 - 4

3/1 - 5 3/8 TBA 3/19 3/24

Mid Term Grades Due (Submit to AA office)

3/4 TBA 3/15

3/9

3/7 TBA 3/11 3/23

3/6 TBA 3/10 3/22

Legacy Scholarship Fundraiser Last Day to Withdraw with a “W”

3/13 3/13 3/25

Honors’ Convocation

Spring Break

3/25 - 29

3/16 - 21

3/22 - 26

3/21 - 25

3/20 - 24

Spring Career Fair

3/25

3/30

3/29

3/28

APRIL Registration for Summer & Fall Classes Good Friday Holiday (No Classes)*

4/1 - 5 4/19 4/25

4/6 - 9 4/10

4/5 - 9

4/4 - 8 4/15

4/3 - 6

4/2 TBA

4/7 TBA

Texas College Athletic Banquet Final Exam for Graduating Seniors Final Grades Due for Graduating Seniors Last College Assembly Services for the Semester

TBA

TBA

4/15 - 19

4/13 - 16

4/12 - 15

4/18 - 21

4/17 - 20

4/17 4/22

4/16 4/21

4/22 4/27

4/21 4/26

4/24

Final Exams

4/29 - 3

4/27 - 1

4/26 - 30

Last Day to Remove an incomplete “I” Status previous FALL courses before the “I” is converted to an “F” Grade

4/30

MAY

Final Exams

5/2 - 6

5/1 - 5

Last Day to Remove an incomplete “I” Status previous FALL courses before the “I” is converted to an “F” Grade

5/3

5/1

5/6

5/5

Graduation Rehearsal

5/3 5/3 5/3 5/4 5/4 5/6

5/1 5/1 5/1 5/2 5/2 5/4

4/30 4/30 4/30

5/6 5/6 5/6 5/7 5/7 5/9

5/5 5/5 5/5 5/6 5/6 5/8

Residence Halls Close at 5 p.m.

Baccalaureate Services/ Graduate Banquet

Commencement Exercises

5/1 5/1 5/3

Residence Halls Close at 5 p.m. (Graduates)

Final Grades Due (Submit to AA)

*Activities and dates may be subject to change. Changes (if any) are posted on the College’s website.

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COVID-19 Updates

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COVID-19 Updates : Inst i tut ional Response

As COVID-19 rapidly unfolded, Texas College employed a multitude of notification efforts to provide students, faculty and staff with timely updates to best ensure their safety. Utilizing varied avenues of communication (e.g. emails, website postings), Texas College, to date, has successfully navigated COVID-19 with zero positive cases on campus. The following are notification samples.

Texas College continues to closely monitor the ongoing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. As the College continues to navigate these unprecedented times, the health and safety of students, faculty, and staff remains the College's top priority. In doing so, planning efforts solely surround providing the safest environment most conducive for education. Though situated in East Texas, Texas College's student population draws from across the globe. With consideration to this, the College employs a thorough utilization of data provided from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and the Northeast Texas Public Health District (NET Health) to ensure a comprehensive assessment. As updates occur, the latest information will be posted to this page to best keep the Texas College community informed.

Though part of the large coronavirus family commonly found in a variety of animals, as well as humans and cause the common cold, COVID-19 has emerged as a more severe respiratory illness able to spread from person to person. The heightened severity accompanied with the virus' contagious nature has presented itself as a concern on an international scale. First identified in late 2019 amid an outbreak investigation in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, COVID-19 has spread rapidly across the globe, with the United States’ first case confirmed on January 21, 2020, in the state of Washington. On March 11, 2020, less than two months following the initial U.S. infection, COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the WHO. As COVID-19 continued infiltration across the world, the virus congruently swept the U.S., yielding a tremendous spike in confirmed cases. The influx of cases throughout the nation called for stay at home orders to best assist with flattening the curve, or slowing the spread. As the curve began to flatten, orders eased and the nation began to reopen. However, the attempt to return to normalcy would initiate a second surge in positive cases in June, which remains of concern today.

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COVID-19 Symptoms People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported, ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with the following symptoms may have COVID-19:

Local Healthcare Providers UT Health East Texas PHONE: (903) 596-DOCS (3627) WEBSITE: https://uthealtheasttexas.com/coronavirus CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances PHONE: (903) 606 - DOCS (3627) WEBSITE: www.christushealth.org/trinity/corona- virus For the latest and most accurate updates regarding COVID-19, please visit the website links listed below. International Information World Health Organization (WHO): https:// www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus U.S. Information Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/ index.html National Institutes of Health/Allergy and Infec- tious Diseases (NIH): https://www.niaid.nih.gov/ diseases-conditions/coronaviruses Texas Information Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS): https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus East Texas Information Northeast Texas Public Health District (NET Health): https://www.nethealthcovid19.org COVID-19 Informational Resources

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Fever or chills

Cough

 Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing  Fatigue  Muscle or body aches  Headache  New loss of taste or smell  Sore throat  Congestion or runny nose  Nausea or vomiting  Diarrhea

This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as more is learned about COVID-19.

Seek Emergency Medical Attention Look for emergency warning signs* for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately:

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Trouble breathing

Persistent pain or pressure in the chest

New confusion

Inability to wake or stay awake

Bluish lips or face *This list is not comprehensive of all possible symptoms. Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you. Call 911 or call ahead to your local emergency facility: Notify the operator that you are seeking care for someone who has or may have COVID-19.

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 D.R. Glass Library Student Resources: "Ask the Librarian"  TC Students - Access Your Free Microsoft Office Online Account  Important Message from the Office of Business and Finance  Important Message from President Fennell Regarding COVID-19 Important Message about Dormitories Regarding COVID-19  Important Information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) 

Texas College COVID-19 Cases Reported at the Campus: 0 Texas College Campus Minimal Precautions

Though Texas College is currently limiting visitors on campus, all visitors, should they be permitted, are required to:  Wear face mask/coverings at all times in public areas and while engaging with any other person, even in an office space.  Practice social distancing of at least six feet.  Wash or sanitize hands frequently.  Avoid in-person meetings/contact. COVID-19 Updates from Texas College Please click the headline below to view the message/update.  Fall 2020 Information, Resources, and Updates

Minimal Practices to Guard Against COVID-19

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 Important Message Regarding the CARES Act  Important Message from the Vice President for Academic Affairs

Letter from the Office of Student Affairs

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 Students, Online Classes Have Begun for the Remainder of the Semester

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Fr i ends of the College

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Fr i ends of the College

Mrs. Billye S. Aaron Ms. Carole L. Adams Ms. Sue E. Alexander Dr. Hamad Ali Ms. Gwendolen A. Allen Mrs. Joyce Allen Alpha Tau American Honda Motor Company, Inc. Mr. Joseph Clint Anderson Ms. Antoinette Marie Anderson Mr. Clinton Anderson, ExxonMobil Foundation Ms. Joyce Arps Billy and Barbara Bass Charitable Fund Dr. Barbara J. Bazron Mrs. Beverly Beavers-Brooks Mr. Garon Bell Dr. Elaine Berry Dr. Cynthia Marshall-Biggins Ms. Alice Booker Mr. Ricky G. Booker, Uptown AC & Heating Mr. Arthur & Mrs. Cecile Brewster Brookshire Grocery Company

Ms. Patricia Chargois Ms. Lajoi S. Charlot The Christian Methodist Episcopal Church Central Texas Conference Missionary CME Church Central TX Conference Missionary CME Church Women's Missionary Society Dallas/Fort Worth Women's Missionary Society CME Church

Department of Finance CME Church East Texas Region Missionary Society Eighth Episcopal District CME Church Houston District Lay Department CME Church

Hughes Chapel CME Church Lewis Chapel CME Church Longridge CME Church Mims Chapel CME Church Mt. Nevelton CME Church

North Tyler District CME Church Redeemed Chapel CME Church Scotts Memorial CME Church SE Texas Conference CME Sheeler Memorial CME Church The CME Ministers' Spouses, Widows and Widowers, 8 th Episcopal District Wesley Chapel CME Church

Ms. Jeannie M. City Dr. Emma J. Clark Ms. Cherry L. Clay Ms. Karon Cobbin Mrs. Gwendolyn Collins Mrs. Shirlene Cook Ms. Felicity Cordero Mr. Michael Cornwell Ms. Ethel J. Crawford Ms. Nikki Cullors Mr. Nelson I. Cummings, Jr.

Mr. Derrick Brown Ms. Octavia Brown Ms. Pamela J. Buckman Mr. Herbert & Mrs. Melvina Buie Mrs. Barbara Cade Mr. JT Carraway Ms. Patricia V. Carroll Mr. Ralph F. Carter Ms. Beverly Carter-Hawkins Dr. Willie C. & Mrs. Shirley Champion

Dr. Rolande Dathis Mrs. Fannie Davis Dr. Ashley Keith Davis

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Ms. Gracie M. Deason Elder H.Q. Dickerson Mrs. Clara Dickerson

Ms. Angela McMorris Hawkins Ms. Martha Hayter Mr. Charles Hill, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC Ms. Mardella Hill

“Double Sig” Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Mr. & Mrs. Charles & Verna Durden Col. Albert Edwards Ms. Stephanie Ekenna Mr. Greg Ellis, Play Now Enterprises, LLC Mrs. Fannie A. Fair Dr. & Mrs. Dwight J. Fennell Ms. Fran Fontenot Mr. Kenneth W. Fontenot Ms. Cheryl Fontenot Mr. Rickey C. Fontenot

Dr. Alexei Iakhiaev Dr. d’Andra Isaacs Ms. Mary Isabell Mr. Tyrus Jefferson Dr. Sebetha Jenkins Booker Mr. Charles W. Johnson

Ms. Linda Johnson Mr. Ernest Johnson Mr. Anthony Johnson Mr. Billy Johnson Dr. Patricia Johnson-Evans Ms. Rachel Jones Ms. Carolyn C. Joyner Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Ms. Beverly J. Keller Ms. Caroline King Kroger Attorney Jim Lambeth Mr. Joseph Lawson Mr. Jason & Mrs. Ashley Layne, Tyler Trophy Dr. Jaeyong Lee Ms. Alice J. Leonard Ms. Freda J. Lewis Ms. Crystal Lewis Mr. Brian Troy Lightner Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP Dr. Bob Malekshahian Marshalling Resources, LLC

Ms. Sandra Francis Ms. Kay D. Frazier Ms. Bonnie Gale Ms. Julia L.S. Gooden Ms. Diana Gossett Ms. Marylin M. Graham Gemz Social Cub Sisterhood of H.O.P.E. Ms. Masie I. Greene Mrs. Tredis G. Griffin

Mrs. Patsy Griffin Dr. Mamta Gupta Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Foundation Ms. M. Fennell Harris

Mr. Cleveland Harris, Jr. Rev. Geraldine Harrison Mrs. Billie B. Hartley The Hoeffner Foundation

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Fr i ends of the College

Ms. Karen Masters Dr. Leon R. McCowan Mr. Ronald McDowell Mrs. Kapreana McGee Dr. Patricia McKenzie Dr. Juan E. Mejia, Tyler Junior College Mr. James Q. Mitchell Ms. Carolyn F. Monmouth Mr. Dennis Monmouth Dr. Michael A. Monmouth

Dr. Annie Grace Robinson Robinson and Associates Mrs. Peggy Roxbury Mrs. Judith Ruffin Mrs. Rosalind Russell The R.W. Fair Foundation Mr. Kenneth A. Saunders Mrs. Linda Simmons-Henry

Sisterhood of H.O.P.E Mr. & Mrs. Jack Slater Ms. Ruby L. Smith Southside Bank

Dr. Joseph Morale Ms. Peggy Moran Mr. Walter Mosley Ms. Alice Snow Mosley

Ms. Latasha Sowels Mr. Leonard Spurling Mrs. Babe Ruth Stokes Mr. David Strange Dr. Lisa Taylor Texas Bank and Trust Texas College National Alumni Association

Mr. Charles R. Moss Mr. Marco Mthembu Mr. Donald K. Murphy, The Wesley Peachtree Group, CPAs Mr. Cortelius Nelson Network for Good Mr. James Guy Oakry, Jr. Ms. Suzanne Okorie

Texas College Alumni & Ex-Student Inc. TCNAA - Texarkana AR/TX Chapter TCNAA – Longview/Gregg County Chapter TCNAA - Dallas Metro Chapter TCNAA - Houston Chapter TCNAA - Georgia Alabama Chapter TCNAA – South Florida/Palm Beach County Chapter Mr. Roseal Thomas, Jr. Dr. Mary Willis Thornbury Tom Joyner Foundation Ms. Dorothy J. Turner Ms. Dewanna Turner Ms. Tamara Lashun Twaine Dr. Kenneth Usongo The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler

Mr. Godwin U. Osuagwu Mr. William Parker, Jr.

Ms. Jacqulyn Peel Ms. Toni Phillips Dr. Robbie J. Pipkin Mr. Cedric Polk Ms. Mae Prior Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick III Ms. Milicent Rickenbacker Mr. Earl & Mrs. Telesta Riggs

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The University of Texas at Tyler UT Health East Texas

Watson W. Wise Foundation Mrs. Sarah Davis Wilborn Mr. Isaac Williams Ms. Shelia Denise Williams Mr. Arto S. Woods

Ms. Stacy Vernier Mr. Darnell Walker W.F. Construction

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