Curious Conversation: Careers in Firefighting
Friday, April 24, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
MCC Dan Rather Room (inside the Commons)
FREE LUNCH!

All students welcome. Advance RSVP required. Reserve your spot on Handshake > Events.

Curious about the profession of firefighting? Enjoying helping people? Exploring ways to use your healthcare interests? Want a job where you’re not stuck at a desk all day? Want a lot of job security, variety, and good pay? Hear from SU grad Ricky Gomez ’09, business major and Pirate Baseball Team member, about his work with the Austin Fire Department. 

delivered by:Alexandra Anderson (CCPD) afca@southwestern.edu

January Term Info Session

When: Tuesday, April 28th | 12:30p - 1:30p

Where: Prothro 233

Register Here

Spend 2 weeks abroad during January Term 2027 and earn 3-4 transfer credits while exploring Europe. Programs are available in Florence, Lisbon, and Prague, with courses in business, art, psychology, communication, sociology, and more.

Please join us for this info session to learn more about the J-Term, and how to apply for programs offered during this term! Students must attend an Info Session, Study Abroad 101, or Advising before applying to a study abroad program.

Follow us on Instagram for regular updates on Study Abroad!
@southwesternstudyabroad

delivered by:Harrison Mugo mugoh@southwestern.edu

delivered by:Rosemary Carter carter6@southwestern.edu

Stop by and learn about the Master's and PhD in Prevention Science Program at the University of Texas at Austin and the Master’s of Public Health (MPH) program at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health. Graduate Student and SU KIN Alumni, Sara Le, will also present her research on physical activity and health.

delivered by:Laura Polanco polancol@southwestern.edu

Stop by and learn about the Master's and Doctorate in Occupational Therpay Programs at UMHB. Lunch will provided. Please RSVP! 

delivered by:Laura Polanco polancol@southwestern.edu

Dive into an unforgettable adventure at Spring Lake in San Marcos, Texas! This snorkeling trip is the perfect mix of fun and learning. Along the way, you’ll learn about this spring-fed lake’s unique ecosystem, endangered species, and why Spring Lake has been a vital water source for thousands of years. End the year right on Outdoor Adventure’s last trip of the semester!

Date: Saturday April 25th, 2026

Cost: $20

Sign up here!

*Important Note: We will have a mandatory pre-trip meeting on April 22nd in the Howry Outdoor Adventure Center to discuss trip details and complete necessary forms. Your Trip Leaders will contact you with more details!

delivered by:Rowan Gardner gardnerr@southwestern.edu

SU Men's Basketball Youth Summer Camp

Powered by Nike Basketball and US Sports Camps

Youth Camp Session I
June 1st - 4th
9am-3pm
Boys and Girls Ages 6-16
Lunch will be provided 
Use Code: SWU40 for $40 off the camp price

Link to register:

https://www.ussportscamps.com/basketball/nike/nike-basketball-camp-southwestern-university-tx#sidebar

delivered by:Deborah Urbanek urbanekd@southwestern.edu

Are you looking for a unique leadership opportuntiy that will take you on amazing adventures? Look no further!

Outdoor Adventure is hiring trip leaders beginning in the Fall semester. Lead your peers on outdoor trips near and far. Develop your outdoor skills. Build relationships with students from every corner of campus. Join us at SUOA! Applications are due Wednesday April 29th.

Click HERE to submit an application. Questions? Contact outdoor@southwestern.edu

delivered by:Shelby Langdon langdons@southwestern.edu

Southwestern Basketball Boys and Girls Youth Summer Camp

Southwestern Basketball is hosting a youth boys and girls summer basketball camp in the Robertson Center!

When: July 20-23rd
Time: 9am-4pm
Price: $280
Ages: Boys and Girls entering 3rd-8th grade

$25 discount if registered before June 20th

$25 discount for Southwestern employees 

Link to Registration below:

http://www.southwesternwbbcamps.com

delivered by:Deborah Urbanek urbanekd@southwestern.edu

The Center for Academic Success & Advising (CASA) is looking to hire an enthusiastic and proactive student worker for the upcoming semester/year to begin on August 24, 2026. We offer flexible hours to fit your school schedule between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

As a student worker, your primary responsibilities will include:

• receiving and welcoming students and other visitors who come to the CASA;
• managing the front desk (answering phone calls, checking in visitors for appointments, answering questions etc.);
• assisting with exam administration for students coming into the CASA to take exams; and
• performing clerical duties and working on special projects as assigned.

You’ll learn about Southwestern’s behind-the-scenes processes and gain office and customer service experience in a professional setting, all while working as part of a friendly team.

How to Apply: 

1.    Handshake > On Campus Employment > Front Desk Student Worker 

2.    Submit your resume

3.    Complete the google form: Application Form

Applications close on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 11:59pm. Applicants’ final school schedules for Fall Semester 2026 should be submitted by Sunday, April 26, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Smith at smith55@southwestern.edu or stop by the Center for Academic Success & Advising (Prothro, Suite 120). 

delivered by:Mary Smith smith55@southwestern.edu

Dear Southwestern University Community Member,

You are invited to participate in a research study to assess food security among the Southwestern campus community. You are being recruited as a possible participant because you are a member of the Southwestern community (student, faculty and/or staff). Your participation is voluntary and should only take 5-7 minutes. As per Institutional Review Board requirements, all identifying variables will be removed in order to maintain confidentiality. Completed surveys will be stored on a password-protected computer for 5 years and then destroyed unless needed for ongoing research. There are no direct benefits to participation in this study, however, your participation will help support future funding applications that will aid in the growth and sustainability of our campus pantry program.  

If you are interested in participating please click the link below to complete the Qualtrics survey.

https://southwestern.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8BUvU9sHYqdm8JM

Please do not hesitate to email me (mikanv@southwestern.edu ) if you have any questions or concerns.

I greatly appreciate your support and assistance. Thank you!  

No worries,

Vanessa Mikan, PhD

Associate Professor of Instruction in Kinesiology

delivered by:Laura Polanco polancol@southwestern.edu

JOIN US ON APRIL 18TH IN JONES THEATER FOR A FREE LIVE RADIO SHOW!

"Cosmic horror, fire as cleansing, death, grief, mortality, politics and injustice, moving on, “what’s done is done.” How does one move on when it comes to life changing grief? Early MARVEL levels of serious but quippy… Perfectly balanced as all things should be." ~A note from the writers

OH, YEAH. THAT'S RIGHT. This PHENOOOOOMENAL show is entirely student written and produced by Mask & Wig. This is our last big event of the year... YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS!!!! 

Your Mask & Wig Presidents,

Warren Mullinnix & Marley Wickersham

delivered by:Marley Wickersham wickershm@southwestern.edu

President Trombley extends a personal invitation to meet on the patio outside the Cove for a leisurely walk with her and Miss Twinkles on Monday, April 20 at 7:00 AM. Keep an eye on campus notices for updates regarding her weekly walks throughout the semester. She hopes to see you there!

delivered by:Kristin Parker parker6@southwestern.edu

A Saturday To Remember. . . 

Red Poppy Festival. . .

Piratepalooza. . .

ADMITTED STUDENT DAY!!!

We’re inviting student organizations to participate in our Admitted Student Day on Saturday, April 25, specifically for our annual student org fair that wraps up the event. The fair will be set up like a traditional student org fair, giving prospective students and their families a great opportunity to meet current Pirates and get a glimpse of campus life. It’s always such a fun and engaging part of the day!

The fair will take place in the McCombs Ballrooms from 2:30–3:00 PM. We’d love to have as many student organizations as possible participate and represent themselves. Last year, nearly 50 groups joined us, and it was a fantastic turnout.

I’ve included the link to the organization sign-up sheet here for your convenience so groups can easily register. As we get closer to the event, our SHARP Coordinators and I will follow up with additional details, reminders, and logistics.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need more information. Thank you all so much!

Madison Buechler

Southwestern Admission Team 

delivered by: Buechler buechlem@southwestern.edu

Pirates for Pride is raising funds for the Trevor Project for Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

Make a donation and get one of 3 new stickers designed by students. P4P will be outside of the Commons Friday (11-1:30), Monday (12-1:30), and Tuesday (11-1:30) and will be accepting donations via Venmo, Cash app, Paypal, and real cash money!

delivered by:Randall Ischy ischyr@southwestern.edu