Why I Chose Tarleton State and Why You Might Too
So you’re officially admitted to Tarleton State (yay) but you’re still a little on the fence about officially becoming a Texan? Don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list, with the help …
Category: Student Life
The Things We Didn’t Know (But Do Now): Tacking Grad School One Assignment At A Time
To say that any of us knew we’d be juggling graduate school, full-time jobs and social lives a year ago would be a complete lie. However, since starting, we’ve all …
The Place To Be: Why Sending Our Son 1,500 Miles Away Was The Only Correct Answer
“Ever since learning about Tarleton, Harry knew it was the place for him. Attending orientation was such an emotional event for me because it was the realization that this was …
A Texan’s Guide to Microsoft Office 365 & Adobe Creative Cloud
As you step into your new life as a college student, you will have unlimited access to productivity programs like Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud for no extra …
You’re Admitted, Now What?
CONGRATULATIONS, YOU’RE OFFICIALLY A TARLETON STATE TEXAN. Now that you’re admitted, it’s time to knock a few essential tasks off your to do list to truly jumpstart your Texan journey. …
Finding friends Near(peer) & far
Finding friends in college can be the difference between surviving or thriving. While Tarleton State University provides in-person opportunities like Duck Camp and Transition Week to help new students connect, …
Fort Worth Preview Day & Junior Preview Day & Duck Camp, oh my!
College is a pretty BIG deal so it’s important that you know what you’re getting into before your first official day on campus. Lucky for you, Tarleton State University has …
Part-Time Job, Full-Time Student
MANAGING A PART-TIME JOB AS A FULL-TIME STUDENT Attending university can be busy enough on its own – 15 hours a week in class, hours and hours outside of class …
All About Internships: On vs Off Campus, How to Prepare, & Paid vs Unpaid
One crucial part of college that most students find intimidating is finding an internship. Internships are not only required for most degree plans but they also provide a great leg …
A First Timer’s Guide to Texan Rider Pride
Walking onto campus for the first time you are engulfed in gorgeous scenery, magnificent oak trees, and wait who are those people in costume… Tarleton State offers outstanding academic programs, …
Texan Stars
Formed in the spring of 1974, the Texan Stars have become an essential part of Tarleton State’s culture. From energizing school spirit to winning national championships, they consistently represent Tarleton …
Purple Tractor
At Tarleton State University, hands on learning has always been a priority. Tarleton State’s student run store, The Purple Tractor, takes hands on learning to a new level. This unique …
How to make the MOST out of getting involved on campus
Let’s face it, you will go through the next four years of your life being told that getting involved on-campus is important. We even told you that in our blog …
Academic Resources
Being a college student is no easy task. Balancing academics, a social life, and, for many, a job can be overwhelming. Fortunately, Tarleton State offers a range of resources to …
How to Claim Athletics Tickets
It’s that time of year again! Time to get your friends together and cheer on our Texans. From football to volleyball Tarleton State has a variety of sporting events to …
Become A Social Media Ambassador
Calling all aspiring social media influencers! We are excited to announce a social media ambassador opportunity in the Division of Enrollment Management. As a division, we aspire to help prospective …
A Texan’s Guide To Getting Involved
It’s no secret that getting involved on campus is the BEST way to network and forge a bond with like minded individuals. With so many options to choose from, it …
T-Week
Starting your Freshman year at college can be nerve-wracking. Luckily Tarleton has a 4-day introduction program called T-Week or Transition Week to help settle those nerves and prepare you for …
Tips and Tricks for Move-In
Moving into college for the first time can be both exciting and overwhelming. But it does not have to be overwhelming at all. We have compiled a list of some …
Fun Things to Do Around Texas!
The Lone Star State has so many things to explore. Whether you are an out-of-state student looking to explore Texas, or a Texas Native looking to try something new, our …