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Smithsonian Rural Initiative Connects Tarleton State Faculty With New Educational Opportunities

Posted on October 27, 2026October 27, 2026 by jpartin

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Faculty and community leaders gathered at Tarleton State University on Thursday to explore opportunities for expanding educational access, strengthening rural communities and connecting students with resources through …

Tarleton State tudents tabling at a past Fall Carnival.
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Student Organizations to Welcome Community at Annual Fall Carnival

Posted on October 22, 2026October 27, 2026 by jdouglas

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University student organizations and the Lance Zimmerman Department of Campus Life will host the annual Fall Carnival on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 4:30 to 7:30 …

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W.K. Gordon Center To Host Public Trick-or-Treat Event 

Posted on October 20, 2026October 19, 2026 by jdouglas

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The W.K. Gordon Museum and Research Center will host a free trick-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 6 p.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive …

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Best Colleges for Rural America Ranking Includes Tarleton State 

Posted on October 20, 2026October 20, 2026 by jdouglas

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University has been ranked as one of the Best Colleges for Rural America by Washington Monthly, recognizing an ongoing institutional commitment to serving rural students.  …

President Dr. James Hurley stands with family of the late Darrell W. Brown during the dedication of the Darrell W. Brown Alumni and Friends Reunion.
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Homecoming Reunion Tradition Renamed in Honor of Darrell W. Brown

Posted on October 17, 2026October 17, 2026 by jpartin

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — A cherished Homecoming tradition at Tarleton State now bears the name of a man who dedicated himself to bringing Texans together. During a special ceremony Saturday, Oct. …

Tarleton State President, Dr. James Hurley and MCC President, Dr. Johnette McKown.
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25 Years of Partnership, Progress Celebrated at Tarleton State Waco

Posted on October 15, 2026October 15, 2026 by jpartin

WACO, Texas — A quarter-century of educational opportunity and community partnership took center stage Wednesday as Tarleton State University and McLennan Community College (MCC) celebrated 25 years of collaboration at …

Tarleton State graduate wears veteran sash at ceremony.
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Resource Day for Veterans, Military Families Planned in Fort Worth 

Posted on October 15, 2026October 12, 2026 by jdouglas

FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarleton State University’s Division of Global, Community and First-gen Initiatives, the Division of External Operations and United Way of Tarrant County will collaborate for United in …

Purple Poo member gets the crowd going in Homecoming Parade.
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Annual Tarleton State Homecoming Parade Set for Oct. 17 

Posted on October 13, 2026October 17, 2026 by jdouglas

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Students, alumni and community members are invited to celebrate tradition and Texan spirit at the annual Tarleton State University Homecoming Parade Saturday, starting at 10 a.m. and …

Texans put their "States Up" at last year's bonfire.
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Tarleton State Memorial Bonfire Returns With Free Shuttle Service 

Posted on October 12, 2026October 17, 2026 by jdouglas

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The annual L.V. Risinger Memorial Bonfire will blaze once again this Friday, Oct. 16. The bonfire event, part of Tarleton State’s ongoing Homecoming Week itinerary, will be …

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Renovation of Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center Auditorium Celebrated With Ribbon Cutting

Posted on October 9, 2026October 9, 2026 by rjohnson1

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The recent renovation of the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center Auditorium was officially celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 8, recognizing the transformation of a …

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