According to Foundation for the Callier Center President Emilynn Wilson, “The mission of the Foundation for the Callier Center is to increase recognition of the Callier Center For Communication Disorders in the community, to increase the image of the Callier Center in The University of Texas System, and to help carry out fundraising activities. I am grateful that the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Callier Center
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Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center
There’s a change of leadership at the Foundation For the Callier Center. When Foundation President Tricia George’s husband Ken George became ambassador to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay in September, she realized that her duties as an ambassador’s wife would require time away from North Texas. But not to worry about the transition to the new chair. It’s longtime … [Read more...] about Emilynn Wilson Replaces Uruguay-Bound Tricia George As Foundation President For The Callier Center
Sunday’s Storms May Have Devastated Parts Of North Texas, But Because Of Warnings No Lives Were Lost
Sunday night’s destructive weather disproved the theory that tornadoes only hit trailer parks. From mega-commercial buildings along Harry Hines, Fire Department 41 at Preston and Royal to Preston Hollow mansions’ manicured grounds, the storms took no mercy, leaving thousands without power — or roofs over their heads. One person, who hunkered down in his bathroom, admitted, … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Storms May Have Devastated Parts Of North Texas, But Because Of Warnings No Lives Were Lost
Callier Cares Luncheon Celebrates Dr. Steven Barlow, Brent Christopher And Harper Hanna’s Journey
Looking around the Dallas Country Club’s Founders Room at 11:05 a.m. on Monday, April 15, Callier Foundation Board Chair Tricia George wondered where the people were. So far, the 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon VIP party was made up of three Callier Center staffers and a group of men that no one knew. Then down the hallway, Tricia spied a familiar face. It was Ken Altshuler with … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Celebrates Dr. Steven Barlow, Brent Christopher And Harper Hanna’s Journey
A Simple Thank You To … Resource Center
From Resource Center’s CEO Cece Cox, “During this season of gratitude it’s always nice to hear from the community we serve, especially the younger generation. We recently received a simple thank you from one of our Youth First members Dee, age 16. Dee warmly told us how the program’s inclusivity helps the teen population Resource Center serves, stating that 'Youth First … [Read more...] about A Simple Thank You To … Resource Center
2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Letters Are On The Way Despite Possible Holiday Delay
2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Chair Beth Laydon, Luncheon Underwriting Chair Nancy Carter and Callier Center Foundation President Tricia George rallied the troops including Dr. Tom Campbell, Rich Neely and Barbara Stuart last week. They held forth with pens in hand around the dining room table of Luncheon Honorary Co-Chairs Sharon and Mike McCullough’s marvelous home. The purpose … [Read more...] about 2019 Callier Cares Luncheon Letters Are On The Way Despite Possible Holiday Delay
MySweetWishList: Readers 2 Leaders
According to Readers 2 Leaders Reading Buddy volunteer Janie Cisneros, "I volunteer at Readers 2 Leaders because my community is important to me. We all understand the value of reading, and books magically took me outside of West Dallas as a young girl. Every book took me into worlds that I could only imagine. "My holiday wish is to expand the Readers 2 Leaders … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Readers 2 Leaders
MySweetWishList: Callier Center For Communication Disorders’ Cochlear Implant Camp
According to Foundation for the Callier Center Board Trustee and Vice President of the Development Committee Beth Thoele, “Close your eyes, take a deep breath and go to your happy place. See yourself there. Take in the sight, the smell, the sound. Do you feel yourself smiling? “Last summer, I had the privilege of visiting a very unique happy place for children who are … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Callier Center For Communication Disorders’ Cochlear Implant Camp
Callier Cares Luncheon Chairs Are Honored At Annual Luncheon
Callier Center for Communication Disorders Executive Director Dr. Tom Campbell hosted the annual luncheon honoring the former Callier Cares Luncheon chairs in the Dallas Country Club's Founder’s Room on Tuesday, October 9. Among former chairmen enjoying the luncheon were Tiffany Divis, Angie Kadesky, Barbara Stuart, Beth Thoele and Emilynn Wilson. As part of the Callier … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Chairs Are Honored At Annual Luncheon
Break With The Usual: Your Cellphone Is Gonna Go A Little Crazy Wednesday at 1:18 P.M.
If you don't have a cellphone, you can stop reading this post. But on the other hand, if you do have a cellphone, you might want to read the rest of this post. Why? Around 1:18 p.m. (CST) on Wednesday, your phone is going to throw a fit. The reason isn't because you haven't paid your phone bill or your battery is having hot flashes. Rather the Federal Emergency … [Read more...] about Break With The Usual: Your Cellphone Is Gonna Go A Little Crazy Wednesday at 1:18 P.M.
The Annual Cochlear Implant Camp Flourished Despite The 100° Temperatures
While most summer camps provide for the basic activities like swimming, horseback riding and archery, the campers at the Callier Center for Communication Disorders' week-long Cochlear Implant Camp are more high-tech oriented. Taking place from Monday, July 24, through Friday, July 27, at Cross Creek Ranch in Parker County, the camp hosts youngsters who take part in a … [Read more...] about The Annual Cochlear Implant Camp Flourished Despite The 100° Temperatures