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Tarleton State Dedicates Summy Court at EECU Center

Posted on October 20, 2025October 29, 2025 by jpartin

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State’s basketball court inside the new EECU Center will now wear the name of proud university supporters, Scott and Lenna Summy. The Summys were recognized on Saturday, Oct. 18 for their $2 million …

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Purple Poo Celebrated With Statue on Tarleton State Campus

Posted on October 18, 2025October 18, 2025 by jpartin

STEPHENVILLE, Texas —Tarleton State University’s beloved Purple Poo spirit organization was commemorated on campus with the unveiling of a new statue in Heritage Park Saturday after the Homecoming Parade. Tarleton …

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Tarleton State Celebrates Tradition With Annual Homecoming Parade

Posted on October 14, 2025October 22, 2025 by rjohnson1

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University invites the community to join in a vibrant celebration of tradition and Texan pride at its annual Homecoming Parade Saturday, starting at 10 a.m. …

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Tarleton State Providing Free Shuttle Service to L.V. Risinger Memorial Bonfire

Posted on October 13, 2025October 22, 2025 by rjohnson1

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The annual L.V. Risinger Memorial Bonfire will ignite Friday at the Tarleton Agriculture Center, and the university will provide complimentary shuttle service to and from the festivities …

A group of masked students known as the "purple poo" stand in front of a large bonfire with homecoming signs.
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Homecoming Week at Tarleton State Promises Full Schedule of Traditions

Posted on October 9, 2025October 23, 2025 by rjohnson1

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Preparations are in full swing as Tarleton State University readies a plethora of traditions and events for students, faculty, staff and alumni to take part in during …

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2025 State of the University: Texan Made at Tarleton State

Posted on October 2, 2025October 22, 2025 by brian

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — In his annual State of the University address today, Tarleton State University President Dr. James Hurley highlighted enrollment growth, academic program expansion, key infrastructure investments and the …

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Tarleton State Once Again Recognized Among “Best Colleges in America” by Money Magazine

Posted on July 28, 2025September 15, 2025 by brian

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — For the fourth straight year, Tarleton State University has been named to Money magazine’s “Best Colleges in America” list. Money’s annual Best Colleges list showcases the country’s …

Tarleton State Night at Texas Rangers vs Braves, July 25, 2025 at Globe Life Field.
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Texas Rangers To Host Tarleton State Night in July

Posted on May 20, 2025June 17, 2025 by jpartin

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University Night at the Texas Rangers is slated for Friday, July 25, with first pitch at 7:05 p.m. from Globe Life Field in Arlington. A …

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Medical Legend Dr. O.H. Frazier Recognized by Tarleton State With Honorary Doctorate

Posted on May 16, 2025June 17, 2025 by brian

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — As a native of Stephenville and a former Tarleton State University student, Dr. O.H. “Bud” Frazier has made the community proud by becoming one of the world’s …

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Founder’s Week Set for April 6-12 at Tarleton State

Posted on April 5, 2025April 14, 2025 by rjohnson1

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Founder’s Week at Tarleton State University will kick off Sunday, April 6, with a Glow Run 5K and Texan Wing Challenge. The festivities then continue throughout a …

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