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Wednesday │January 23, 2012 │ Vol. 100, No. 1
Texas Woman’s University | Student run since 1914
Getting back in the swing
Carlis Lollie Houston Reporter
It’s that time of year a g a i n. S t u d e n t s bustling through the halls trying to make it to class on time, teachers scurrying to make last minute revisions to lectures and computer labs filling with tons of students endlessly printing what seems to be 1,000 page novels. The beginning of the semester on the campus at TWU Health Science Center in Houston has been extremely busy. At the top of the year, many students have made resolutions to stay in shape and make good grades. As a result, the momentum is quite different from the Fall semester. Vice President of the Houston Student Government Association Kathryn Davis mentioned: “More students have infiltrated the exercise room this week than ever before. It’s been super packed! I am definitely looking forward to a busy semester here at TWU.” Amid the rigor of the first few days, new students seem to have a good impression of
Shannon Quick News Editor
Photography by Carlis Lollie
From left to right: Haydee Montemayor, Andy Vu and Celeste Santillan start off the new semester at Houston TWU campus. what’s to come for the semester. First semester Nursing student Clarissa Baker stated: “The first week is going great so far. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly.” Employing a sense of warmness and hospitality can certainly serve
Inauguration 2013: Millie goes to DC Millie Lozano Submitted story, TWU Ph.D. student
Milagros “Millie” Lozano, M.A., M.S., LPC, is a Ph.D. candidate at TWU and works with Christian Community Action and Horizon Counseling Center. The following is her first-person account of events surrounding last weekend’s inauguration of President Barack H. Obama: My trip as a correspondent for The Lasso started off bumpily in many ways. Before coming to the nation’s capital and the slew of celebrations that transpired, I faced some trials in my personal life with my grandmother. I left everything, ready for my trip, and was determined to continue
my journey to Washington, D.C. On the plane bound for Baltimore, I prepped for my meeting with Michelle Chin during the flight and had the pleasure of meeting several people on the plane that had worked for Obama’s campaign in several districts of Texas. After a very turbulent and terrifying ride on the plane, my mom and I arrived to the Baltimore International Airport, boarded the Maryland Area Rail Commuter train to D.C.’s Union Station. Bobbleheads of Michelle Obama, pencils with their pictures, shirts with Obama’s face on them, and even some that said say “47
promote student interest. This year is especially exciting because the leaders are taking the organization to new heights.”
as a buffer against stress for students who are new to the university. To add to the fun, the Houston TWU SGA held its annual “Back to School Mixer” where new and current students participated in a competitive
foosball tournament, won TWU prizes, chowed down and socialized. Advisor for the Student Government Association Wanda Shanklin said: “New opportunities are occurring that will increase student involvement and
percent kicked ass” littered the scenery. Upon exiting Union Station, we saw the capitol and it made me very proud to be an American. The contrast of the American flag hanging off the station with the backdrop made me feel excited. I was very nervous yet prepared to present my stance on education in my meeting with Dr. Michelle Chin, education policy advisor to Senator John Cornyn. We had already touched base on the phone after seeing my curriculum vitae; Dr. Chin called me and asked to meet with me in regards to my dissertation topic and how it may relate to public policy. I was prepared to discuss “college readiness and minorities” and what my vision is for a program that would help our nation educate those less fortunate to understand life after high school. My meeting was scheduled for 11 a.m. in Senator Cornyn’s office. The Hart Senate Building on Constitutional Avenue located just a few blocks from the capitol. Upon entering the building and going past rigorous security, I noticed an immense sculpture in the atrium portion of the Senate office building. Dr. Chin later told me of the significance of the sculpture as a work created by artist Alexander Calder. The piece called “Mountains and Clouds” dominates the atrium and one notices its hanging black sheets of suspended clouds and peaks when entering the building and it fits well in the odd shaped building. Saturday, the Texas State Society of Washington D.C.
The Daedalian Spring 2013
Photography courtesy of Millie Lozano
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Millie Lozano (right) visits with Michelle Chinn of Sen. John Cornyn’s office
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With a new semester back in swing, many students are feeling the pressure to succeed. Rest assured that if you follow the advice of the professors below, you should have a successful semester. Organization is the key to student success. Associate Professor of Social Work Dr. Linda Marshall suggested, “Study some every day, even if it’s just skimming your textbook before class. Put all assignments on a big calendar next to your desk. Have a desk. Have a designated, private place to study and write. Have a strong sense of respect for your right to succeed.” Building on that right to succeed: Chair of the English, Speech and Foreign Language Department Dr. Genevieve West reminded students that the “TWU faculty and staff want all of our students to be successful.” Marshall also reminded students that “professor[s] take a lot of pride in their work and so we have high standards for our students’ achievements. Not impossible standards, but realistically high. You should want your coursework to mean something, and we want our classes to mean something. Work with us to have a great learning experience.” Relationships with professors are important. Associate Clinical Professor of Dental Hygiene Dr. Leslie Koberna told students to “get to know your professors. Visit them during office hours and let them know that you are interested in succeeding. This is your education—take charge of it. Seek your instructor’s help when you have questions and at the first sign of problems.” Dr. Agatha Beins, Associate Professor of Women’s Studies, building upon Koberna’s advice, stated: “If you stop by during my office hours, you’re not bothering me or imposing on me. Rather, I really like getting to know students. It’s a great way for me to learn more about you and how the class is going for you, and you get to talk to me without the distractions that happen before or after class, when other students may also be trying to get my attention.” The professors are not the only resource students have. West encouraged students to “take advantage of the resources that are available on campus to help you be successful.” Students need to go to the library or visit the Write Site if they are struggling with research and writing. Marshall also reminded students to “Talk to
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE News
Research brown bag.............................3
Features
National Science Foundation Award....4
Special Section
twulasso.com
Professors offer up advice for spring semester
There you grow again..........................5
Sports
Pack the House.......................6
Opinions
Planning a wedding................7
Arts & Entertainment
Dissonance.............................8
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