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Admissions

Tips for your College Search

Posted on May 15, 2023April 1, 2025 by bailey

First, make a list of colleges you’re interested in! Second, tour campuses! A college campus can be a confusing or overwhelming place depending on the size and not every campus …

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Student Life

Child Development & Family Studies Major

Posted on April 26, 2023May 15, 2023 by bailey

Hey y’all, my name is Hailey Mencia. I am a junior at Tarleton State University. I’m originally from Houston, Texas. I am the oldest of three as well as a …

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Student Life

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Major

Posted on April 21, 2023May 15, 2023 by bailey

My name is Jayce K. Thedford. I am a First-Generation Student double majoring in electrical engineering and computer science. I’m a Native Texan, born and raised in the countryside near …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

Staying Active After High School

Posted on April 5, 2023April 3, 2023 by bailey

Not every high school athlete becomes a college athlete but every high school athlete can find a way to stay active in college! Or maybe you weren’t an athlete in …

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Abby Valenta.
Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Abby Valenta

Posted on March 31, 2023April 3, 2023 by bailey

Hi everyone! My name is Abby Valenta and I am the Admissions Counselor for the East Central Texas region at Tarleton State University. It is my job to help students …

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Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Tyler Nerada

Posted on March 23, 2023March 22, 2023 by bailey

Hey y’all, my name is Tyler Nerada and I am an Admissions Counselor at Tarleton State! I cover the Central Texas/Hill Country region and I love getting to know our …

"Admissions Counselor Highlight: Halie Moore" with a smiling woman in a striped shirt.
Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Halie Moore

Posted on March 23, 2023March 22, 2023 by bailey

Hi, y’all! My name is Halie Moore and I am the Admissions Counselor for the West Texas and Panhandle Region at Tarleton State University. It is my job to educate …

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Living on Campus

10 Ways to Make Your Dorm Feel Like Home!

Posted on March 22, 2023May 19, 2023 by bailey

My name is Hailey Mencia, I am a First-Gen Sophomore at Tarleton State University. Coming into college I didn’t really know what to expect because no one in my family …

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Student Life

Agriculture Services and Development Major

Posted on March 16, 2023May 15, 2023 by bailey

Howdy, my name is Taryn Hopper and I am a Junior here at Tarleton State University. I come from the South East, Texas area but knew Tarleton was home when …

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What is Tarleton?

Posted on March 10, 2023August 6, 2025 by bailey

Where is Tarleton? Stephenville (Our main campus) Fort Worth Waco RELLIS-Bryan Online Hands-On Learning Degree Programs Tarleton has an abundance of degree programs! Degree programs are split into seven colleges …

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Alumni Series

Alumni Series: Brianna Tucker

Posted on February 14, 2023June 20, 2025 by bailey

Brianna Tucker is proud to be a Tarleton Alumni! As a highly involved student, Brianna was able to maximize her experience at Tarleton and now she’s sharing her experiences with …

Student Life

Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and International Programs

Posted on January 16, 2023January 13, 2023 by bailey

We had the chance to meet with Dr. Sherri Benn, Vice President of the Division of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and International Programs. She gave us the rundown on her division …

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Student Life

Texan Orientation

Posted on November 28, 2022September 18, 2023 by bailey

Hey future Texans! We are so excited to have you here next Fall! However, we want to ensure that you have a smooth transition into college so we invite you …

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Admissions / Student Life

Honors College, what is it?

Posted on November 16, 2022December 18, 2025 by bailey

If your student excels academically and is looking for a high-quality education, have they looked at Honor’s College? Honors College may be a great opportunity for your student if they …

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Parents / Student Life

Career Services

Posted on October 17, 2022October 17, 2022 by bailey

Have you heard of Career Services at Tarleton? We had the chance to sit down and talk with Doug Smith, a Career Services coordinator here at Tarleton, and he was …

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Alumni Series

Alumni Series: Jessica Johnson

Posted on October 3, 2022January 30, 2026 by bailey

Jessica Johnson is a Tarleton State University alumni. Her time at Tarleton helped her realize her passion in Meat Science and helped her get the dream job! Read along to …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

WHAT’S NEW at Tarleton State

Posted on September 26, 2022September 19, 2022 by bailey

Tarleton State University has seen rapid growth in the past few years. To keep up with this growth, Tarleton continues to expand its campus! Here you’ll find what’s new on …

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International Student / Living on Campus

Texas Weather Information

Posted on August 23, 2022September 8, 2022 by bailey

Welcome to Texas and Tarleton State University! We in Undergraduate Admissions – Immigration and International Programs are happy that you have chosen to continue your education at Tarleton. Texas has four distinct …

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Living on Campus / Student Life

First Week of School Tips

Posted on August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 by bailey

Congratulations, you’re officially a freshman here at Tarleton State University! We are so excited for you to start this journey and to see you thrive during these next four years! …

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Student Life

A Campus that Cares

Posted on July 21, 2022August 23, 2022 by bailey

Tarleton State University gives students the chance to give back to their community in many different ways. Some organizations that you can volunteer for are Round Up, Service-Learning Day, and …

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