The INSIDER - 2021 Year End Edition

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.

CORE VALUES To address the Mission, the College incorporates the Core Values listed below:

· Academic Excellence - Develop a culture of curiosity and creativity that will challenge the frontiers 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, enterprise, and pride 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 awareness that we are all stewards of the resources entrusted to our care. · Tolerance - Emphasizing openness to divergent points of view and 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. VISION STATEMENT Texas College - a creative, culturally diverse, inclusive environment, preparing students who aspire to be purpose - driven, financially secure and marketable leaders.

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ON THE COVER: Featured on the cover of the 2021 Year End Edition of The INSIDER magazine are five members of the 2021 - 2022 Student Government Association (SGA), posed in front of historic Martin Hall. Featured are: 1. Miss Celia Polsky, 2021 - 2022 Miss UNCF; 2. Mr. Ellison James, 2021 - 2022 SGA President; 3. Mr. Anthony Holden, 2021 - 2022 Mr. Freshman; 4. Miss Alyssa Pillow, 2021 - 2022 Miss Texas College; and 5. Miss Breana LeBlanc, 2021 - 2022 Senior Class Secretary.

CONTRIBUTORS IN THIS ISSUE: Dr. Dwight J. Fennell President Jake Martin Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Christopher Stroud Lead Student Photographer The INSIDER Magazine is a biannual publication produced as a service to students, alumni, donors and friends of the College. The Office of Public Relations makes every effort to ensure that the information contained in each issue is accurate and current. If you note any inaccuracies, please contact the Office of Public Relations. Mail Texas College 2404 North Grand Avenue Tyler, Texas 75702 Telephone (903) 593 - 8311, ext. 2327 Email pr@texascollege.edu NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION Texas College does not discriminate in any employment practice, educational program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. The Vice President for Academic Affairs has been designated to handle student inquiries regarding non - discrimination policies, and the Director of Human Resources has the responsibility for faculty - staff concerns in this regard. Contact information is: Texas College, Attn: Vice President for Academic Affairs/Compliance Officer, Office of Academic Affairs/Martin Hall 2 nd floor, 2404 North Grand Avenue, Tyler, Texas 75702, (903) 593 - 8311, ext. 2342 office, (903) 526 - 4426 fax or Texas College, Attn: Director of Human Resources, Martin Hall, 2 nd floor, 2404 North Grand Avenue, Tyler, Texas 75702, (903) 593 - 8311 ext. 2201 office, (903) 593 - 4277 fax. iii

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The President’s Pen

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Return to Campus

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Committed to Community Health

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Giving Back: A Holiday Tradition

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Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway

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Turkey Giveaway

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Angel Tree Toy Drive

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Homecoming 2021

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The Queen is Crowned

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Retool Your School: President’s Living Room Patio Renovation

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Partnering to Prevent HIV/AIDS

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TEA Awards Accreditation

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Actually, It’s Dr. Johnson

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THE PRESIDENT’S PEN

Dr. Dwight J. Fennell

Dear Alumni and Friends, What a year 2021 has been for everyone, including Texas College. However, through it all we still know that Jesus Is Lord! We have been fortunate to be able to provide scholarships to deserving students; maintain the physical plant of the College; secure continued accreditation of the Teacher Education Program with the Texas Education Agency; embrace the community by being a vaccination site; provide support and relief to families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays; receive two significant grants from the National Science Foundation; receive the Home Depot Retool Your School Grant; renovate Gilmore - Hartley, the Glass Building; and the D. R. Glass Library (to name a few). For all that has been mentioned, we want to thank everyone who has supported Texas College over the years. We ask your continued prayers as we enter these unprecedented times. We also acknowledge that a new year is days away and we hope that you will take this opportunity to make one final 2021 tax - deductible gift to Texas College. We are committed to fulfill the recently revised Vision Statement that reads, “Texas College – a creative, culturally diverse, inclusive environment, preparing students who aspire to be purpose - driven, financially secure and marketable leaders.” We thank you for joining with us to fulfill this vision. We appreciate you and may God continue to bless you richly. Happy New Year and stay safe! Sincerely, Dwight J. Fennell President

Contributions may be made online or by US mail. Additionally, you may give online from your mobile phone by scanning the QR code. ONLINE: www.texascollege.edu/give US MAIL: Office of the President Texas College 2402 North Grand Avenue Tyler, Texas 75702

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RETURN TO CAMPUS

A Texas College student intently listens on the first day of class for the Fall 2021 semester.

In March of 2020, Texas College went on their annual spring break; simultaneously, the COVID - 19 pandemic erupted across the globe and forced campus closures nationwide. With student, faculty, and staff safety at the forefront of this decision, the campus closure and instructional shift to completely virtual remained in place for the entire 2020 - 2021 academic year. However, this fall, fully - vaccinated students were finally able to return to campus to learn in person. While students were afforded the opportunity to return to campus, additional accommodations were provided for students to learn remotely as well. To implement this multifaceted modality, professors had to adapt their instructional methods to teach courses for both in - person learners, as well as those learning in a virtual environment. Termed as remote synchronous instruction, this method served as a two - way, live real - time, virtual instruction between instructors and students not in the physical classroom. Provided through a computer or other electronic device and facilitated through the Zoom platform, remote synchronous learning tracked daily attendance, student engagement, and active participation utilizing Biosignature software. Through this method, students were expected to attend class virtually, just as they would be expected to attend in - person, and likewise engage as though they were physically in the classroom. Outside of the classroom, virtual events and activities were also planned and held to engage remote learners, inclusive of an entire schedule of virtual homecoming activities for the week. Successfully, this instructional method addressed the course and degree program requirements on both fronts. The remote synchronous instruction method will continue to be utilized throughout the Spring 2022 academic term. For additional information on this instructional method, please visit the Texas College website, www.texascollege.edu.

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Pictured are students and professors during the first day of class on campus for the Fall 2021 academic term. FALL 2021 FIRST DAY OF CLASS

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COVID - 19 vaccination rates across East Texas still continue to lag behind the rest of the country; in Smith County, as well as the city of Tyler, it’s a similar story — in some areas, the difference is nearly 40 percentage points behind the U.S. national average. For minoritized populations and communities within the region, the gap varies significantly, and in some cases exceeds the aforementioned 40 percentage point discrepancy. With this disconcerting issue looming right in Texas College’s back yard, the College took action to best preserve community health. To help combat this vaccination disparity, Texas College partnered with District 3 - Northwest City Councilwoman and Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Shirley McKellar and the Northeast Texas Public Health District (NET Health) to bring four COVID - 19 vaccination clinics to the Texas College campus over the course of the Fall 2021 semester. Dr. Cynthia Marshall - Biggins, Vice President for Student Affairs, coordinated efforts with Dr. McKellar and NET Health to ensure an efficient and quick process for patients. Equipped with ample staff, nurses, and the varied doses of the vaccine in place, the four clinics successfully served hundreds of members of the community at - large, as well as students, alumni, faculty, and staff in need of the COVID - 19 vaccine. Clara Madison, a student at Texas College, readily received the COVID - 19 vaccine at the on - campus clinic. "I wanted to keep myself safe and my family safe," commented Madison. “My parents are elderly, so I want to be able to be around them more, and do so safely.” She elaborated that spending time with her family, worry - free, was important, and the COVID - 19 vaccine provided her the best line of defense to do so. “The College was very grateful to partner with NET Health and Dr. McKellar to host this series of vaccination clinics on our campus,” noted Dr. Marshall - Biggins. “With the campus nestled right in the community, these clinics allow us to serve COMMITTED TO COMMUNITY HEALTH Pictured left: Texas College students receive a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Texas College’s clinic on campus.

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GIVING BACK: A HOLIDAY TRADITION

As one of Texas College’s six core values, community service was at the forefront of this holiday season. With three separate initiatives, Texas College students successfully served over 1,000 individuals in need for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

THANKSGIVING MEAL GIVEAWAY

Texas College students pass out full Thanksgiving meals in a drive-through process on campus.

On Thursday, November 18, Texas College students provided 150 full Thanksgiving meals to local Tyler families. Made possible through the generosity of alumna Ms. Evelyn Dickerson and two former Dallas Cowboys Mr. Eugene Lockhart and Mr. Greg Ellis, Texas College was able to ease the financial burden of the holiday by giving away a turkey and all of the traditional sides that comprise a full Thanksgiving meal. Coordinated by Mr. Isaac Williams, Dean of Students, the community service initiative made the meals available for pickup at the College’s campus with a drive - through process. For individuals unable to leave their homes, Texas College students delivered the meals directly to their front doors.

Pictured left: 1. Texas College students gather for a photo with Ms. Evelyn Dickerson, Mr. Eugene Lockhart, Mr. Greg Ellis, and Mr. Isaac Williams. 2. Students load a van to deliver the Thanksgiving meals. 3. Students deliver the meals to a recipient’s door.

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TURKEY GIVEAWAY

Pictured above: Members of the Texas College Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams, respectively, hand out turkeys at the Houston Temple Houston Temple Church of God in Christ in Tyler.

On Friday, November 19, the Texas College Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams helped to provide over 700 turkeys to local Tyler families in need. Made possible through collaboration between the Houston Temple Church of God in Christ and the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System, the group served a continuous grove of cars that funneled in early that morning until approximately 1:00 P.M. The initiative was spearheaded by the Tyler NAACP President, Mr. Cedric Granberry, who also serves as a minister of the Houston Temple Church of God in Christ, as well as a member of the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Community Leadership Board.

On Wednesday, December 8, the Texas College Family gifted 200 children from 96 families with new toys for Christmas. What has now become a Christmas tradition on campus, the Angel Tree and Toy Drive is an annual initiative coordinated by the reigning Miss Texas College, and is made possible through the generous donations of students, faculty, and staff. The gifts were made available for pickup by the families in Texas College’s McKinney Hall Connector. However, this event was not a mere distribution process; instead, Miss Alyssa Pillow, the 2021 - 2022 Miss Texas College, ensured that the occasion was a family affair to not soon be forgotten. Transforming the space into a winter wonderland with Christmas décor and holiday music, Miss Pillow also arranged for the children to take photographs Santa Claus and one of his elves. While the families retrieved their gifts and posed for pictures with Santa Claus, students, faculty and staff served hot chocolate, cookies, candy canes, and other traditional Christmas treats.

ANGEL TREE TOY DRIVE

Pictured left, Miss Alyssa Pillow, the 2021-2022 Miss Texas College, poses for a photograph with Santa Claus and his elf at the event.

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HOMECOMING 2021

Texas College celebrated Homecoming 2021 with a full week of activities beginning on Sunday, October 31, lasting through Saturday, November 6. Due to the continued prevalence of the COVID - 19 pandemic, Texas College transitioned most Homecoming 2021 festivities from the original in - person plans to a

virtual format to best ensure the safety of the Texas College Family. Notwithstanding, Steer Pride was still overwhelmingly present throughout the week, as alumni, students, faculty, and staff put their homecoming spirit on display. 2021 Homecoming began the week with a virtual rededication ceremony for all to reflect upon the historical significance of Texas College, as well as the personal significance to reignite their passion for the light that helped them find their way. Following the ceremony, students decorated the campus in purple and gold. The week’s activities then ensued with a daily morning prayer, provided by members of the Texas College Student Government Association cabinet. In addition to the daily prayers were daily midday meditations led by Texas College administrators, faculty, and staff. Additionally, virtual symposiums titled “Texas College 60 Minutes” debuted throughout homecoming week. These thought - provoking segments were comprised of discussions with students, faculty, and staff surrounding subjects such as the ‘Imposter Syndrome,’ ‘Why Attend an HBCU,’ and ‘It’s in Your Genes.’ Further, the week was celebrated with “shout outs” that highlighted Greek letter organizations, alumni, local community groups and businesses, as well as the Texas College Family holistically. Though most activities transitioned to a virtual format, a few in - person activities occurred throughout the week for students on campus. Inclusive of these on - campus activities, notably, was the Coronation of Miss Alyssa Pillow as the 2021 - 2022 Miss Texas College Coronation, as well as an all - sport pep rally.

A Texas College Steer football player overlooks the field at the 2021 Homecoming football game.

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Though the traditional Homecoming Convocation did not take place, a virtual Homecoming Program was offered in its place. Filled with a litany of engaging speakers, including President Dwight Fennell and Texas College National Alumni Association executive officers, the program exuded Steer pride.

The homecoming week began its conclusion Saturday morning with a virtual parade that featured an expansive participant list not to be missed. The week then culminated with the homecoming football game. Festivities surrounded the theme of “Envisioning the Future, Embracing the Possibilities and Invigorating Our Mission”. Throughout the week of homecoming were numerous opportunities for students, past and present, as well as the community, to have fun, celebrate Texas College, and learn more about what is happening at 2404 North Grand Avenue, even if not on campus. “I was excited because it’s like we organized many events to involve everyone,” said Dr. Jan Duncan, Vice President for Academic Affairs, who was heavily involved in the homecoming planning. “Intellectual forums brought new energy and a fresh perspective on the topics that we face every day,” noted Dr. Duncan She further explained that the campus website and social media platforms served as a hub for accessing a variety of daily events. “We hope to expand upon virtual homecoming events in the future to involve more of our virtual students, as well as alumni,” said Dr. Cynthia Marshall - Biggins, Vice

To view the Homecoming 2021 virtual activities, scan the QR code below.

Miss Celia Polsky, 2021-2022 Miss UNCF and member of Miss Texas College’s court, is escorted by Mr. Devin Grant, SGA Vice President, during halftime of the homecoming football game.

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Meet Miss Alyssa Pillow, the 2021 - 2022 Miss Texas College. On Thursday, November 4, 2021, Miss Pillow officially assumed her throne as she was crowned the 2021 - 2022 Miss Texas College at her intimate coronation in the historic Martin Hall auditorium. Miss Alyssa Pillow is a 19 - year - old native of Little Rock, Arkansas. She is the daughter of Mr. Tony (Gilecia) Pillow and Ms. Kristen Watson; she has two siblings, Ayden, age 11, and Chayse, age seven. Miss Pillow is a 2019 graduate of Central Arkansas Christian in Little Rock. As a high school student at Central Arkansas Christian, she was actively involved as a student - athlete, participating as a member of the girl's volleyball team, softball team, and track team. Miss Pillow likewise evidenced her commitment to

academics, as she completed her high school endeavors as an Honors Scholar. Miss Pillow’s high school teachers were quick to describe her as a very mature, intelligent young lady, full of ambition. Her positive mindset separates her from her peers and will undoubtedly carry her far along her chosen path. Currently, Miss Pillow is a sophomore at Texas College, where she majors in Biology/ Pre - Med. Throughout her collegiate career, she has worked strenuously to maintain a cumulative grade point average of 4.0. Aside from Miss Pillow’s stellar academic performance as a scholar, she is also heavily involved outside of the classroom as a member of the Pre - Alumni Council, where she serves as Treasurer. In addition to the aforementioned extracurricular and scholarly commitments, Miss Pillow also serves the College as a student - athlete as part of the Women’s Softball Team. Wearing #22 on the diamond, her versatility is utilized by the Steers as an infielder and outfielder.

Upon graduation from Texas College, Miss Pillow aspires to be accepted into medical school to continue her studies and become an Obstetrics/ Gynecology (OB/GYN). Miss Pillow describes her career aspirations as a genuine calling to serve. When discussing her goals to become an OB/GYN, Miss Pillow emphasizes the significance for women, especially those of color, to understand the importance of their overall health. Particularly, she extends this sentiment and care especially to women during pregnancy. Further, as an OB/GYN, Miss Pillow intends to focus her passions toward helping decrease the mortality rate in women of color during child birth through community and individual educational programs. Miss Pillow has always dreamed big and aspired for more out of her life. Throughout her life, she has always had the desire to help others, but did not know how or where to begin. Prior to her higher education pursuits, she was often soft - spoken and unsure of herself at times; she was more inclined to follow than lead. However, upon entering the gates of Texas College and stepping foot on the 127 - year - old hallowed grounds, Miss Pillow discovered her voice and just how powerful it can be when wielded. Eagerly, she asserts that the time is now to take on the responsibility of creating beneficial opportunities for her fellow classmates and student body, as well as future Texas College students for generations to come. The Miss Texas College crown will equip Miss Pillow with the platform to implement and achieve her goals, while simultaneously ascending higher to reach a greater audience in the process. Famously coined by Maya Angelou, Miss Pillow lives by the motto "If we lose love and self - respect for each other, this is how we finally die."

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1. Miss Alyssa Pillow is crowned by Miss Keyera Vialpando, 2019-2020 Miss Texas College 2. Miss Keyera Vialpando, 2019-2020 Miss Texas College & Mr. Jalen Blake, 2021-2022 PAC President 3. Dr. Cynthia Marshall-Biggins, Vice President for Student Affairs 4. Mr. Ellison James, 2021-2022 SGA President 5. Miss Celia Polsky, 2021-2022 Miss UNCF 6. Miss Taylor Crabtree, 2021-2022 Miss Senior, & Mr. Javion Wilson, 2021-20222 NPHC President 7. Miss Alyssa Pillow , 2021-2022 Miss Texas College 8. Miss Alyssa Pillow , 2021-2022 Miss Texas College 9. The 2021-20222 Queen’s Court 10. Miss Alyssa Pillow , 2021-2022 Miss Texas College 11. Dr. Jan Duncan, Vice President for Academic Affairs 12. Dean Isaac Williams, Dean of Students, & Rev. Dr. Jamie Capers, Campus Minister 13. Miss Shyla Jones, 2021-2022 Miss Freshman, & Mr. Anthony Holden, 2021-2022 Mr. Freshman

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RETOOL YOUR SCHOOL: PRESIDENT’S LIVING ROOM PATIO RENOVATION

The newly-renovated President’s Living Room Patio.

Thanks to the dedication and hard work of alumni, students, faculty, and staff, Texas College was awarded a $30,000 campus improvement grant through the 2021 Home Depot Retool Your School Grant Program competition. The grant was utilized to renovate the President’s Living Room Patio in the Willie Lee Glass Building. With a combined team of devoted volunteers, which included Home Depot employees and Texas College students, faculty, and staff, the project began on Saturday, October 23. The renovation of the President’s Living Room Patio afforded the Texas College campus an additional outdoor gathering space for all stakeholders of the College. This aesthetically pleasing update to the area now provides students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the College a secluded outdoor space to host activities or events, as well as to casually gather for recreational purposes. Summarily, the President’s Living Room Patio renovation revitalized a barren space that has been previously dormant and unusable for the Texas College campus. Now, through these beautification and restoration efforts, the space boasts an array of seating, inclusive of multiple furniture sets on the brick - paved patio, as well as additional seating atop a newly constructed wooden deck, under a newly constructed pergola. To further enhance the patio’s ambiance, the addition of updated outdoor lighting, string lights, rugs, fire pits, shrubbery, flowers, and other associated items have been implemented. Further, to maximize comfort throughout all seasons, fans, heaters, and umbrellas are also available for each set of furniture. Moreover, the space readily accommodates guests with a serving bar and propane grill for applicable functions. Given the mobility of the aforementioned pieces, the space affords an adaptive area to comfortably host a range of activities and events, as well as informal gatherings. With outstanding support of the Tyler Home Depot’s Assistant Store Manager, Mr. Joe Leach, the completion of this project was coordinated by a committee comprised of Dr. Dwight Fennell, Mrs. Angelia Fennell, Mr. Jake Martin, Ms. Marie Payne, Mr. Anthony Parker, and Ms. Felicia Thomas.

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PROJECT BUILD DAY Pictured are photographs from the volunteer Project Build Day on Saturday, October 23, to renovate the President’s Living Room Patio.

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PARTNERING TO PREVENT HIV/AIDS

To amplify the impact of 2021’s World AIDS Day, Texas College partnered with with the East Texas Chapter of the Links, Inc., East Texas Cares Resource Center, Special Health Resources, Jarvis Christian College, and Wiley College to collaboratively host a virtual educational program for the East Texas community at large, as well as beyond. To accommodate individuals, wherever they may be, the virtual event was facilitated through the Zoom platform with multiple presentation dates and times to best accommodate individual’s schedules.

The program aimed to not only provide education about the disease, but to also help spread awareness, as well as to dispel myths with facts regarding AIDS. The presentation surrounded topics such as building confidence to prescribe treatment for pre - exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and non - occupational post exposure prophylaxis (nPEP), as well as ending the HIV epidemic through prevention, and ultimately, congruently, ending the AIDS epidemic. In addition to the educational facets of the program, the event also honored those who have succumbed to the disease. Ms. Sha’Terra Johnson, HIV Community Health Planner for the Houston Regional HIV/AIDS Resource Group, delivered the keynote address; Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Shirley McKellar also presented a proclamation on behalf of the city of Tyler. Texas College’s collaboration between these five other organizations and institutions represents the largest partnership and initiative for World AIDS Day in East Texas since the official designation of World AIDS Day over 40 years ago. The collective event served as the necessary first step to effectively educate the community and end new infections. Continuous efforts, spearheaded by the East Texas Chapter of the Links, Inc., will be employed to educate the community about preventive measures. As the Black and Hispanic populations continue to be disproportionately affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic, it was imperative to Texas College to ensure student participation and attendance of the event. In addition to coordinating the initiative, Texas College students also participated in the event. Student attendees noted the presentation as informative, valuable, and eye - opening. To further incetivize student attendance, the East Texas Chapter of the Links, Inc., donated an array of gift cards, printers, and a supply of contraceptives for students that participated.

Texas College strides into 2022 with Accredited status awarded by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). TEA serves as the state agency that oversees both primary and secondary public education within the state of Texas, as well as Educator Preparation Programs at colleges and universities. The status of “accredited” was granted following a rigorous program review of Texas College’s Division of Education. The accreditation remains in effect until the next five - year review. “The Division of Education degree

TEA AWARDS ACCREDITATION

program successfully met the requirements of a multidisciplinary program that integrates theory with practice to best prepare our students to become competent and effective professionals that will contribute to the teaching community upon graduation,” said Dr. Jan Duncan, Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Division met several standards, including program impact, candidate quality, proficiency in content and pedagogical knowledge, recruitment, and selectivity.

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ACTUALLY, IT’S DR. JOHNSON

This December, Ernest Johnson added three letters to his name — EdD. Following the successful defense of his dissertation in October, he has earned the Doctor of Education degree specializing in community college leadership, from Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. With his undergraduate and masters degree also from HBCUs, Southern University and A&M College and Xavier University of Louisiana respectively, Dr. Johnson further illustrates that HBCUs continue to produce not only quality products, but likewise an overwhelmingly significant percentage of Black terminal degrees. Since 2015, Dr. Johnson has faithfully served Texas College as an educator and champion for student success. Currently, Dr. Johnson serves as an Instructor of Mathematics and an Instructor of Education for the College. Within these roles, he also serves as an Area Coordinator for the Division of

Education’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP), specializing in mathematics for the certification of teachers. In this capacity, Dr. Johnson carries the responsibility and oversight for the content area (mathematics) of aspiring math teachers in the EPP program. In addition to his duties as a faculty member in the classroom, Dr. Johnson likewise serves as a Student Learning Coordinator for the College’s Student Learning Center. In this position, Dr. Johnson provides mathematics tutoring for students campus wide.

As illustrated, Dr. Johnson plays a pivotal role in the educational process and student success at Texas College. The awarding of his doctorate will enhance his impact on the College’s campus.

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JOIN US FOR THE SPRING 2022 ACADEMIC TERM FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS, CONTACT: JOHN ROBERTS, DEAN OF ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (903) 593-8311, EXT. 2221 │ ADMISSIONS1@TEXASCOLLEGE.EDU

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The Texas College National Alumni Association (TCNAA) cordially invites all alumni to become active members of their TCNAA local chapters, as well as at the national level. For additional information about becoming an active alumni and member of TCNAA, please contact one of the chapters listed below.

TCNAA - National Gwendolyn Collins, National President 12771 Enchanted Path Houston, TX 77044 713.478.0134 ladyg316@aol.com Los Angeles Chapter (CA) Howard E. Thomas, President 8627 Haas Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90047 323.971.0976 howardthomas4@aol.com Capitol City-DC Chapter (DC) Telesta Riggs, President 7839 Belleflower Drive Springfield, VA 22152 703.644.2846 earlsriggs@verizon.net South Florida Chapter (FL) Athena S. Jackson, President South Florida Chapter

Chicago Chapter (IL) Belvia Strickland, Contact 40 East 102nd Street Chicago, IL 60628 773.821.0536 belviats@yahoo.com

Jasper Chapter (TX) Bertha Thompson, President

11 East Derrick Street Jasper, Texas 75951 409.384.6179

Southern New Jersey Chapter (NJ) Rev. Ruby Dorough, President P.O. Box 606 Brown Mill, NJ 08015 609.839.8924

Longview-Gregg County Chapter (TX) Ruby Perry Brown, President P.O. Box 7214 Longview, Texas 75607 903.753.2592 rubyjbrown@netzero.net

Dallas Metro Chapter (TX) Dennis Rice, President 1411 Greenwich Drive Allen, TX 75013

Lubbock Chapter (TX) Charles E. Henry, President

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Fort Worth Chapter (TX) Gwendolyn White, President 2349 Cass Street Fort Worth, TX 76112 817.457.2327 GwenRose@charter.net Houston Chapter (TX) JoAnn Liggins, President 23763 Summount Pines Dr. Houston, TX 77083 713.459.4221 jasl0524@yahoo.com Jacksonville Chapter (TX) Charles Stine, President P.O. Box 1827 Jacksonville, TX 75766 903.586.2996

Suburbia - Dallas Chapter (TX) Tredis Griffin, President

1416 County Ridge DeSoto, TX 75115 972.223.6922

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Florida Broward Chapter (FL) Wanda Walker, President 6441 NW 54 th Ct. Lauderdale, FL 33319 954.647.5839 Wandawalker8189@yahoo.com

Texarkana Chapter (TX & AR) Babe Ruth Stokes Holloway, President P.O. Box 172 Redwater, TX 79761 903.671.2159

Georgia-Alabama Chapter (GA & AL) William Parker, Jr., President 251 Laveview Pl Stockbridge, GA 30281 678.289.1795 wparker1906@me.com

Tyler Chapter (TX) Rev. Dr. Orenthia Mason, President 903.279.3544 odmason1@yahoo.com

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