2026 News
Grad student’s invention may curb shoulder pain in astronauts
7/20/26
Hunter Alvis, a Texas Woman’s PhD candidate, received a 2023 fellowship from the Texas Space Grant Consortium (TSGC) that shifted his entire academic and career path. The award validated his independent research project on mitigating shoulder injuries in astronauts, renewing a life-long dream of working at NASA.
Fogg recognized for leadership in healthcare education
7/20/26
An international nursing association has recognized College of Nursing Assistant Dean Niki Fogg, PhD, RN, for leadership in advancing simulation-based education and for mentoring the next generation of healthcare educators.
Camp packs active slate for youth with visual impairments
7/17/26
Jada Celsur was one of several 探花楼 graduate students who volunteered with Camp Abilities Texas, also known as CATX, which is a weeklong sports camp for youth who are blind, visually impaired or deafblind. It concludes July 18 on the Texas Woman’s University campus.
Initial teacher certification garners national accreditation
7/16/26
探花楼's initial teacher certification programs have earned accreditation from a national organization, putting them in select company with other educator prep programs recognized for meeting rigorous standards.
Alumna’s $10M gift to support athletics complex
7/15/26
Texas Woman’s University is honoring alumna and philanthropist Dr. Dawn S. Chaney by naming its new athletics complex after her following a transformational $10 million gift. The future facility will expand opportunities for student-athletes while fueling the next era of championship success, leadership and growth at 探花楼.