‌Video: Focus on Mental Health with TXST’s Counseling Centers in San Marcos, Round Rock

‌In just a few weeks, TXST will hold our Spring Commencement ceremonies to celebrate the life-changing achievements of thousands of Bobcats. There are many factors that helped bring them to this point – from their own grit and determination to steadfast support from family, faculty and staff members, and classmates. We also know health and well-being play a key role in student success, so TXST has invested in programs and professionals to support our students throughout their time at the university and to better prepare them for life after graduation.

While we make it a priority to focus on student well-being year-round, it is an especially important topic in May which is Mental Health Awareness Month. In this month’s Current video, I learned about the vital services the licensed, caring staff members at our Counseling Centers provide to support students in addition to training the next generation of licensed mental health professionals.

My Top Ten Moments:

From a fun launch of the new River State product line to swearing in our new student body president and vice president, April featured so many events that make me proud to represent TXST as president. Check out a few of my top moments this month.

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Mission Moment:

On April 18, we held a signing event to celebrate our new Bats to Cats transfer partnership with Austin Community College. This partnership provides a clear path to an associate and bachelor’s degree for students starting at ACC and completing at TXST. This is truly a win-win for students and for both of our institutions.

When ACC students participate in the program, they will receive case management from ACC advisors and assistance from TXST’s transfer support staff. They will be eligible for additional scholarship opportunities and save an estimated $19,000 in tuition and fees.  

This is a terrific opportunity for our two institutions to work together and to help students further succeed in reaching their higher education goals and aspirations. I can’t wait to welcome ACC students as Bobcats beginning in Summer 2025. Visit the Bats to Cats website for more information about the program.

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Don’t forget we will kick off our university’s 125th anniversary on May 10 which is the first day of Spring Commencement and TXST’s Founders Day. In addition to planning several events and activities in San Marcos and Round Rock through the rest of the year, we’re taking our 125th anniversary celebration on the road with our Alumni Association for fellow Bobcats. Find us in New York City, Atlanta, the Rio Grande Valley, and Houston. We already had great turnouts in San Antonio!

I also want to take a moment to thank the Council for Advancement and Support of Education District IV for awarding me the Dr. E Joseph Savoie Chief Executive Leadership Award, named after my dear friend. I am truly honored.

I look forward to celebrating our legacy and our future with you throughout the rest of 2024!

Sincerely,

Kelly Damphousse, Ph.D.,

President

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