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Texas Woman’s University | Student run since 1914
Wednesday, February 20, 2013 | Vol. 100, No.5
83rd Legislative Session to determine funding for higher education
Shannon Quick Managing Editor
The 83rd Texas Legislative Session is in full swing, and the fate of state funding lies in the hands of Texas legislators. TWU Chancellor and President Dr. Ann Stuart has traipsed to Austin a few times since the beginning of the
session to testify on behalf of TWU and higher education. The mood of the session has been one of apprehension, and funding is not expected to rise as much as requested by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The THEBC had originally requested a six percent increase in state funding
,which would have given TWU a state contribution of $5,548,026; under the two bills on the table, TWU would receive less. Under the ruling of the 82nd Legislative Session, TWU received state appropriated funds of $492,467,100. Senate Bill One, the larger of the two
increases, would have TWU receiving an appropriation of $1,088,570 — a mere 1.2 percent increase over the last legislative session. Part of the Chancellor’s testimony in front of the House Appropriations Article III Subcommittee included comments on the elevated enrollment, success-based
admission and graduation rates. The testimony also included information on the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation and the pending April site visit. The university has also requested funding for a new building, the Science and Technology Learning Center,
which would be dedicated to the students in the health sciences and other science related majors while also contributing to the need for more experiential learning.
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Fashion and Textiles student Ellen Girdwood won the First Place People’s Choice Award at the 2013 Go Red for Women Luncheon & Fashion Show with her heart-themed design inspired by the American Heart Association.
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Romance resounds on campus Shelby Baker Features Editor
As far as romantic dinners go, violin by candlelight is hard to beat. So what would happen if the classical was replaced with a hip-hop version? Last Thursday, Svet Radoslavof, also known as Mr. Hip-Hop Violinist or stylized as simply SVET, performed at TWU for a special Valentine’s Day appearance. Born in Eastern Europe, SVET began playing violin at the age of three and won a scholarship from the legendary Eastman School of Music. According to Svetmusic.com, he has
appeared on TV networks and programs such as ABC, BET, MTV, and NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” As one of the few hip-hop violinists in the industry, SVET is touring college campuses around the country. “In high school, I experimented with hip-hop,” SVET stated. “I was classically trained; my mom took me to my first violin lesson when I was three. At my senior talent show, I performed a hip-hop violin rap. I was one minute into a classical piece when I walked off. People in the audience wanted me to come back. The beat dropped, and it just hit — I went back out and started playing.” Though there are not many who stray from
classical violin, SVET reaches audiences through both music and stage presence in a unique way. “I like to give my own emotions,” he said. “I feel so energetic and so excited. How people react to my music gets me going. I love meeting new people and entertaining different types of crowds. I want to leave them with inspiration to be who they want to be, do what they want to do and be one of a kind.” And he did exactly that. Between SVET and the Campus Activities Board, dozens of students enjoyed the concert. Courtesy of CAB, rose petals and chocolates adorned each table. Chocolate fountains were set up, as well as
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bouquets of red roses, around the ballroom. Music pulsated throughout the room, all elements combining to create a very romantic, intimate high energy atmosphere. “It was perfect,” CAB Treasurer Jalisa Jackson explained. “Everything from the decorations to the music felt very loving. It was my first time hearing him, but it was breathtaking.” SVET played originals and covers, sometimes singing the lyrics while other times using his violin to express a song’s intent. He was constantly moving on the stage feeding into the
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Faculty Spotlight.................................3
Features
Politics of the Body.............................4
Special Section
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Heart Health
Heart Health........................................5
Sports
NFCA Leadoff Classic...............6
Opinions
Black History..............................7
Arts & Entertainment
Best Picture Predictions............8
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