On Sunday, November 17, the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center at the University of Texas at Dallas was lit up and filled with nearly 300 people for the first Ackerman Center Leadership Dinner honoring Distinguished Scholar in Residence and former provost Dr. Hobson Wildenthal. In addition to his leadership in developing the University’s curriculum, he became a dedicated force in … [Read more...] about Ackerman Center Leadership Awardee Hobson Wildenthal Emphasized The Importance Of Learning From The Past For The Sake Of The Future
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Night At The Museum: Ignite Had All Levels Of Fun Plus “Reimagined” Texas Instruments Engineering And Innovation Hall Ribbon Cutting
Night At The Museum: Ignite guests had an extra perk on Saturday, November 9, at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. They not only were a part of the "reimagined" Texas Instruments Engineering and Innovation Hall ribbon cutting, they got a sneak peak at the out-of-this-world second level exhibition. And, of course, there were the food stations on the various levels provided … [Read more...] about Night At The Museum: Ignite Had All Levels Of Fun Plus “Reimagined” Texas Instruments Engineering And Innovation Hall Ribbon Cutting
MySweetWishList: Spark Dallas
According to Spark Dallas Board of Directors Chair Ted Stafford, "At Spark Dallas it’s our mission to ignite the spark of creativity inherent in all children by engaging children from second grade through high school in full creative immersion and hands-on learning programs. Research shows that the arts prepare students for success in school, work and life by boosting … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Spark Dallas
MySweetWishList: Readers 2 Leaders
According to Readers 2 Leaders Reading Buddy volunteer and Board member LaurieGrace Bouldin, “Over the past two years, my wishes for Dallas, have changed dramatically. It started when I heard about a local nonprofit, Readers 2 Leaders (“R2L”), and ventured onto their website. I learned that there is a literacy crisis in our Dallas schools. For example, did you know that … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Readers 2 Leaders
MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
According to After-School All-Stars North Texas Executive Director Marissa Castro Mikoy, “After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is the largest national organization, with a strong local presence, that specifically focuses on serving middle school age students. “As ASAS’ name recognition grows in North Texas, we are eager to demonstrate the need for the programming that After … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: After-School All-Stars North Texas
MySweetWishList: Cristo Rey Dallas
According to Cristo Rey Dallas Board Member Cheryl Joyner, "Students at Cristo Rey Dallas work one day a week at top businesses across North Texas, learning valuable professional skills while earning 65% of their college prep tuition. “Drawing students from 51 zip codes, Cristo Rey Dallas provides a unique educational and work opportunity for students of families with … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Cristo Rey Dallas
MySweetWishList: Best Buddies
According to Best Buddies Advisory Board Chair Rand Huguely, “The state motto of Texas is ‘Friendship.’ Everyone deserves to form meaningful friendships with their peers, yet students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) go unnoticed in their schools every day. Even more heartbreaking, they are often bullied because they look or act differently. Help us … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Best Buddies
MySweetWishList: Dallas Symphony Young Musicians
According to Young Musicians Teaching Artist and Administrator Sandra Rodriguez, “Music can change the path of a child’s life, and the Dallas Symphony Young Musicians program aims to do just that for hundreds of students with every pluck of a string on a violin and note played on a trumpet. This new education program in Southern Dallas has provided hundreds of … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas Symphony Young Musicians
JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Leadership Forum And Awards Dinner Plans Revealed
Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum and Awards Dinner Co-Chairs Laura Maxwell and Nina Vaca have just announced that the fundraiser presented by AT&T will take place at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Thursday, April 30. The keynote speaker will be “Tech Boss Lady” author Adriana Gascoigne, who is founder and CEO of San Francisco-based Girls in Tech. With 43 chapters … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Leadership Forum And Awards Dinner Plans Revealed
MySweetWishList: Just Say YES
According to Just Say YES Board Member Ryan O’Dwyer, “As a board member and youth advocate, my wife Jenny [O'Dwyer]and I have proudly supported and served Just Say YES for over six years. “At the top of the Just Say YES wish list is to partner with a generous individual or business willing to sponsor our Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Graduation held later this spring. The … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Just Say YES
MySweetWishList: Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas
According to Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas Volunteer Jennifer Ottinger, “Volunteering with Girl Scouts was a natural choice for me. Growing up as a Girl Scout, I have countless memories that helped me decide to be a volunteer. “As a Girl Scout, I tried many new things, learned to get out of my comfort zone and had the best time of my life at camp. I feel lucky that I … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas