The residence halls at Texas Woman's University provide a wide range of choices in student living styles. They offer a variety of facilities for residents including living rooms, TV and study lounges, pianos, local telephone service, vending machines, refrigerators in student rooms, computer facilities, and laundry rooms. Connection to the University computer system and the internet is available from the student's room in Guinn, Stark, and Jones Halls. All academic classifications are assigned to each hall with special sections reserved for graduate and non-traditional students.
Family Housing
Family Housing at Texas Woman's University provides living options for married students and for single parents and their children. Married students, with a maximum of one child twelve or older, and single parents, with a maximum of two children twelve or older, may reside in an apartment in Guinn Hall. Married couples with a maximum of two children and single parents with a maximum of three children may reside in Mary Hufford Hall apartments or Reagan Houston apartments. Some apartments have age restrictions for children. Married students without children may reside in a traditional room in the Houston Center Residence Hall and in a traditional room or an apartment in Guinn Hall or Reagan Houston Hall.
The Clubhouse - After School and Summer Children's Recreation Program
An after-school and summer recreation program (The Clubhouse) is available for elementary school-age children (5-12) of TWU students residing in family housing or off campus. The program provides supervised and structured recreation experiences for children from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday for the fall and spring semesters. During the summer, The Clubhouse operates from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. A registration fee is charged per semester or summer term for this program.
Commuter and Guest Housing
Commuter, guest, and conference housing is provided on a space-available basis in Guinn Hall. Commuter housing is also available in Houston on a space-available basis. Commuter students are limited to a maximum of three consecutive nights per stay, and guest housing is available for three consecutive nights in a given week. Students, parents, and staff are invited to take advantage of this service. Commuter students have the option of staying at a reduced rate by providing their own linens or at a slightly higher rate with linens provided.
Room Assignments and Contract
Students may elect to contract a residence hall space on a one semester or academic year basis. Assignments to residence halls are made on a space-available, first-come, first-served priority based on the date that the application, a $25 nonrefundable application fee, and a $100 room deposit are received at the Department of University Housing. Private rooms may be requested at any time and will be confirmed on a space-available, first-come, first-served basis. Returning students are given priority for private room assignments.
Apartment Assignments and Contract
Apartment contracts run from one semester to twelve months and are renewable. Assignments are made from the apartment waiting list on a date-order basis. The apartment application, along with the $25 nonrefundable application fee and $100 deposit, must be received before a student can be considered for an apartment.
Budget Facts
Texas Woman's University keeps student costs at a minimum. Rates are available through the Department of University Housing for the regular fall and spring semesters and the summer terms. A three-payment installment plan is available for housing and food service charges for the fall and spring semesters. Apartment rent is paid on a monthly basis. The first month's rent must be paid prior to occupancy. Residence hall activity fees are used to provide a variety of hall programs and services throughout the year and should be included in the student's budget.
Food Services
Dining services on the Denton campus are available in the Garden Room, Chick-Fil-A, The Underground and the Baker's Dozen of the Student Center and the Guinn-Stark Residence Hall Commons. A food service operation is available at the Houston Center Residence Hall through a contract service, and extensive vending is available at the Dallas Parkland Center. Denton campus resident students are required to purchase a meal plan unless they reside in one of the on-campus apartments. Meal plans are also available for the Denton campus commuter students. For further information on meal plan options, contact the Food Services Administrator, P.O. Box 425380, Denton, Texas 76204.
Mary Eleanor Brackenridge Student Center
The Student Center is named for Mary Eleanor Brackenridge, a strong advocate of the advancement of women. She was appointed to the first Board of Regents, and she was president of the Texas Woman Suffrage Association from 1913 to 1914.
The Student Center at TWU provides facilities and services intended to meet the needs of a diverse University community. The Student Center Advisory Team provides students an opportunity to develop leadership skills that provide a foundation for service within and beyond their academic experience.
The following offices are located in the Student Center on the Denton campus: Intercultural Services, the Center for Student Development, the office of the Vice President and the Assistant Vice President for Student Life. A notary public service for students, faculty, and staff is available in Room 206 in the building.
The United Student Association, the Campus Activities Board, and the Student Center Advisory Team and a library in the Office of Intercultural Services is also located in the building. Student Center space for is also provided on the Dallas Parkland and in the Houston Centers. Please call the Dallas Center at 214-689-6503 and the Houston Center at 713-794-2331 for further information about their Student Centers.
Other services in the Student Center on the Denton campus include three dining locations, a brand of the U.S. Post office, Alamo Travel, the TWU Bookstore, ATM machines, a game room and meeting and lounge space. Lockers are available in most academic buildings, and they can be rented in the Student Center office for a semester or an academic year.
Student Government
The United Student Association and Student Government Association have a long history of student participation and service to the University. USA meetings are held on each campus (Denton, Dallas and Houston) on a regular basis, and all students are welcome and encouraged to attend the meetings. Active participation in USA committees provides students with an opportunity to play a major role in the decision making on their campus. Students interested in holding a leadership position in USA must qualify for office according to the standards stated in the Constitution and Bylaws. Elections are held in the Fall semester on the Dallas and Houston campuses. Elections are held in the Spring semester on the Denton campus. Students should contact the Center for Student Development for specific dates.
Center for Student Development
The Center for Student Development provides leadership development opportunities and promotes student involvement. In addition, the office provides service leadership through outreach programs utilizing a volunteer network that promotes student involvement. Students who are interested in information about the student commuter services, volunteer services, campus programs, leadership development or campus organizations should contact the Center for Student Development at 940/898-3626 or email StuDevelop
@twu.edu or visit the web at www.twu.edu/o-sl/studevelopment.html.
Commuter Services
The Center for Student Development maintains an informational resource center on commuter student issues. Resource boards are provided by the office to assist students in locating individuals who are interested in carpooling, living arrangements, and child care. The boards are located in the lobby of the Student Center.
Campus Activities Board (CAB)
The Campus Activities Board (CAB), a branch of the United Student Association, is a student run organization responsible for providing activities and programs for the student body and the university community. CAB also provides valuable experiences and opportunities for students to develop personal and professional skills in leadership, time/stress management, and group dynamics, etc. Chair positions and committee memberships are open to all students. Additional information is available in the CAB office in the Student Center room 101, 940/898-3609.
Leadership Development
Students at TWU are encouraged to take advantage of both the formal leadership development programs and the informal opportunities to develop their personal and professional skills. This approach to leadership ensures that students can tailor their own program to promote their individual needs. Leadership programs, workshops and retreats provide a strong basis for transitions from TWU to the work force after graduation. Participation in the leadership development program is an integral part of a student's college experience.
New Student Orientation
Participation in an orientation program is required for all new students with less than 12 credit hours in order to facilitate a smooth transition to university life. The purpose of the orientation experience is to inform students of the academic and social opportunities and student services available to them and to remind them that they have the support and encouragement of the faculty, staff, and administration in making decisions that affect their education.
The orientation programs include sessions for transfer students, returning/ reentry students, international students, and graduate students. Meetings with faculty in the academic departments and with Student Life staff are part of the program. Academic advising and registration are key components in the orientation program.
New students will also participate in Pioneer Camp. Pioneer Camp is the second part of the orientation program and occurs immediately prior to the fall semester. Pioneer Camp further assists students with their transition to college life and provides them with an opportunity to meet new friends and become involved in the university community. For more information, contact the Center for Student Development at 940/898-3626, the orientation website at www.twu.edu/ o-sl/orientation.html, or email us at orientation@twu.edu.
Student Life Underground Gazette
The Student Life Underground Gazette (SLUG) is a publication of the Division of Student Life. The SLUG features information on Student Life offices, free classified ads, and announcements concerning campus programming and special events. The SLUG is distributed weekly around the Denton campus. Additional information is available in the Center for Student Development on the Denton campus.
Student Organizations
Involvement in university student organizations allows students to acquire skills such as: leadership, communication, and team building. Participating in student organizations is beneficial during a student's collegiate experience and in their role as a citizen within the community. Organizations such as the United Student Association, honorary societies, sororities, professional organizations, and various special interest groups are vital components in the educational experience at TWU. Participation in student organizations is important to a student's intellectual amd professional development. A current listing of the registered organizations may be obtained from the Center for Student Development. Although student organizations do not receive any university funding, they are afforded the opportunity to apply for student leadership funds through the House of Representatives.
Student Organization Policies and Qualifications
All student organizations must register and update their files in the Center for Student Development each semester in order to use University facilities and services. An organization will have to go through the New Student Organization Registration process unless it has had registered status in any of the three prior long semesters. Representatives from all student organizations are required to attend a meeting at the beginning of the fall semester to obtain important information related to student groups. A complete guide, the Student Organization Manual, of all student organization policies and procedures may be obtained through the Center for Student Development or on the web page (www.twu.edu/o-sl/ orgmanual.html). Registered organizations enjoy the following privileges:
Access to Student Life vans with an approved driver. Policies are available in the Student Center, room 209.
Access to a student organization mailbox located in front of the Center for Student Development office.
Access to meeting rooms on campus free of charge with the provision that outside groups may not use rooms under a registered student organization's name.
Access to information and support through the professional staff members within the Division of Student Life.
Ability to elect a member of the organization to serve as a representative within the House of Representatives.
Ability to create a student organization webpage.
Student Organization Events/Programs
Student organizations who wish to have events or programs with attendance of 100 persons or more must adhere to policies stated in the Large Event Policy. Organizations are requested to submit a calendar of events to the Center for Student Development at the beginning of each semester. These activities will be included on a master calendar made available to student groups for planning purposes.
In support of the mission of Texas Woman's University, the Division of Student Life discourages planning co-curricular activities during the week of final exams. Creating or implementing meetings, programs or activities during this time period may jeopardize students' ability to perform to their highest potential academically.
In addition, the University prohibits the solicitation of funds by student organizations except under conditions defined and approved by the Center for Student Development and the Office of Institutional Advancement; however, the group may engage in fund-raising activities.
Establishing New Student Organizations
In order to become a registered organization at TWU, an organization must
complete an interest form which is submitted to the House of Representatives for review. An organization, once approved, must adhere to the following policies:
Shall be open to all TWU students regardless of race, sex, creed, disability, sexual orientation, age and/or sex (National sororities NPC and NPHC groups are exempt from gender discrimination by the Title IX Education Code);
Shall be led by TWU student officers elected or appointed by the organization;
Shall have two (2) TWU faculty and/ or staff advisers. One faculty/staff adviser must be a full-time employee;
Shall meet a genuine, demonstrated student interest;
Shall uphold all University rules and regulations in addition to all state and federal laws;
Shall be composed of a majority of or all TWU students;
Shall update their organization registration each fall semester and provide the Center for Student Development with a list of new officers in the spring semester (if applicable);
Shall not be an unsolicited auxiliary of a national organization;
Shall not use the "Texas Woman's University" or "TWU" name in its title;
Shall submit an updated local constitution and by-laws on an annual basis. If a group does have a relationship with a national affiliate, a national constitution and by-laws must be submitted on an annual basis. National organizations will need to verify their national affiliation on an annual basis.
Shall not use TWU's tax ID Number.
Requirements for Elected and Appointed
Officers of Student Organizations
Academic and social standards for membership and service as officers of student organizations are stipulated in the respective constitutions and bylaws of each organization. In some cases, such requirements may be above the general University requirements. In order to qualify for elected or appointed posts, a student must be in good standing with the University and must have a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0. In addition, a student must be enrolled for 9 hours as an undergraduate or 6 hours as a graduate student.
Community Outreach
The Center for Student Development maintains a list of 75 local and area community service agencies to assist individuals or groups interested in becoming involved in community service projects. This service is available to all students, faculty, and staff at Texas Woman's University. In addition, the Center for Student Development plans an alternative spring break as well as other trips for community service projects.
Intercollegiate Athletics
Texas Woman's University continues to be a leader in founding and developing programs for women's athletics in the United States. Texas Woman's University teams have won state, regional and national championships; individual athletes have set national records, achieved All-America honors, won medals in the Olympics, and participated on Pan American and national teams representing the United States. As members of the NCAA and the Lone Star Conference, students are provided with the opportunity to compete in an extensive schedule of home and away events as well as invitational, state, regional, and national tournaments. Sports available are basketball, gymnastics, softball, tennis, and volleyball.
For additional information concerning TWU athletics programs, contact the Director, Intercollegiate Athletics, Texas Woman's University, Box 425349 Denton, Texas 76204-5349 or call 940/898-2378.
Intercultural Services
The Office of Intercultural Services (OIS) provides the TWU community with diversity education programs and activities designed to enhance the appreciation for diversity among university students, staff, and faculty. OIS serves all students registered at TWU. Services include the COLORS (Creating Opportunities for Leadership and Obtaining Racial Support) Mentoring and Advising Program for freshmen and transfer students, cultural awareness workshops, cultural celebrations and activities, support for multicultural student organizations, and the Intercultural Alliance (a student group that presents diversity workshops on campus and in Denton). Other resources include the Multicultural Resource Library, with more than 300 books, and
a student lounge. OIS is located in the Student Center, room 133, (940)
898-3679, intercultural@twu.edu. Hours of operation are M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Student Handbook
The Student Handbook identifies policies and procedures governing student rights and responsibilities and provides a variety of information and resources. The Handbook is distributed in the fall semester to all residence hall students in Denton, Dallas, and Houston. Commuter students in Dallas and Houston may pick up Handbooks in the Administration office or from the Student Life Coordinators. Copies are available to commuter students in Denton in Room 206 and Room 209 in the Student Center. The Student Handbook is also available on-line at http://www.twu.edu/o-sl/.
University Counseling Services
With offices on the Denton, Dallas, and Houston campuses, the Counseling Center assists students with personal, relationship, and vocational concerns. Professional psychologists and counselors provide individual, couples, and group counseling; psychological testing; workshops and presentations; and other special programs designed to meet students' needs. Psychiatric consultation is available as a part of the counseling services.
All counseling services are free and confidential to currently enrolled students. A student may request help directly or be referred by faculty or other interested persons. In most cases adequate time will be provided to assist students with their concerns, although the University cannot provide long-term individual counseling. Referral assist!nce is provided for those individuals needing more extensive counseling than the Counseling Center is able to provide. In Denton, students may visit the Counseling Center in West Jones Hall or call 940-898-3801. In Dallas, students should call 214-689-6655 for an appointment at either the Parkland or Presbyterian campuses. In Houston, students may visit the Counseling Center on the first floor of the North Residence Hall or call 713-794-2059. Additional information is available from the TWU web site at http://www.twu.edu/o-sl/counseling.html.
Disability Support Services
The Office of Disability Support Services, located on the first floor of the CFO Building on the Denton campus, acts as the liaison for students with disabilities attending Texas Woman's University. It serves as an intermediary between the students and the University on academic as well as accessibility issues. In addition, the office is equipped with a Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD).
It is important that students requesting services fill out a registration form and provide the office with verification of their disabilities. Once registered, students are eligible to receive the services offered through the University. The Office of Disability Support Services will assist students with disabilities in the following areas:
Work with students with physical disabilities, the Americans with Disabilities Act Committee, and University staff on campus with regard to a variety of issues including classroom accessibility problems (i.e., moving classes to accessible locations).
Assist in the location of readers, notetakers, and interpreters.
Provide access to auditory assistive devices such as Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD) or an Auditory Trainer.
Intercede on the student's behalf concerning problems with faculty.
Work with the student, the professor, and the Learning Assistance Office to provide testing accommodations.
Act as a referral source for requested services.
Provide application information for taped books, large print books, and four-track tape recorder loans.
Provide carbonless paper for notetaking.
Once students have registered with the office, they are encouraged to discuss their disabilities and the adaptations they require with each professor. At students' requests, this office will provide information for professors about the characteristics of their specific disabilities.
In order to obtain requested services, it is important to register with the Office of Disability Support Services as early as possible. Even if students do not believe they will require services in the upcoming semester, registration is still recommended in case their situations should change.
Residence hall rooms can be modified as needed to accommodate students with disabilities. Students needing accommodations should contact Housing as soon as possible.
All TWU students parking on campus must purchase a TWU parking permit. Those students with state-issued handicapped designations may park in any handicapped space on campus.
Students with disabilities at the Dallas and Houston Centers may receive assistance with accommodation from the Denton office.
University Health Services
University Health Services are designed to assist all students in maintaining good health during their academic careers at the University.
Student Health Service
The Student Health Service on the Denton Campus provides weekday out-patient clinics while school is in session for the diagnosis and treatment of routine illness and injury. Major accidents or illnesses on or off the campus may require special medical attention or hospitalization which is not provided by the University. Referral to a local emergency room will be made at the discretion of the clinic staff.
Charges are incurred for services; such as office visits, medications, x-rays, and laboratory services.
Students are encouraged to use the Health Service on campus but may seek private medical care if they so desire. Physicians may not be called to a residence hall room.
Houston and Dallas Centers
The University offers health care services to students at both the Houston and Dallas Centers. Contact the Student Life Coordinator at the Center for information.
Health Insurance
An optional health insurance plan is available to TWU students. The available insurance, including both basic and major medical, covers a specified period on or off campus for a reasonable fee and supplements medical treatment provided by the Student Health Services on all campuses. Students are urged to consider the program carefully. The cost is competitive.
International students are required to have health insurance coverage as a condition of admission (see below).
Further information is available from the Student Health Service, Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas 76204, or from the Student Life Coordinators at the Dallas and Houston Centers.
Health Insurance for International Students
As a condition of admission, Texas Woman's University requires all international students to maintain medical and hospitalization insurance for the entire period of their enrollment at TWU. The University sponsors a health insurance program which would assist the student in covering the cost of medical care in the event of illness or injury. The program offers options for each student to add health care coverage for their spouses and children. Students who initially purchase the University endorsed insurance plan, then find it necessary to withdraw from the University, may be eligible to convert their coverage to a private policy or to receive a partial refund of their premiums.
The student insurance fee is automatically added to the student's tuition and fees bill each semester unless sufficient alternate coverage is provided and an insurance waiver form is completed. Alternate coverage is defined as being comparable to the current policy endorsed by the university ($50,000 major medical benefit, $10,000, repatriation benefit, $25,000 medical evacuation benefit).
Students who serve as Graduate Research Assistants, Graduate Teaching Assistants, or Graduate Assistants, if eligible for university staff insurance, are automatically waived from the student policy each semester, with the exception of a supplemental policy for repatriation and medical evacuation benefits, which the university staff insurance plan does not provide (cost: $25/year automatically added to tuition and fees bill).
International students are encouraged to provide proof of alternate insurance coverage prior to registration to prevent registration delays. Insurance fee waivers can be obtained through the TWU Student Health Service. Please call (940) 898-3826 if you have any questions regarding insurance policies.
Career Services
Graduate students should contact Career Services for assistance with career/life planning, career research, job search skills, cooperative education, internships and obtaining part-time and full-time employment.
Career Education
Career Services offers a variety of career planning and career education programs as well as individual career counseling. A comprehensive reference area is located in the Career Resource Library. Materials available to students include career information books, pamphlets, and video tapes; occupational interest appraisals; a computer-based career exploration program; and employer reference materials. Professional staff conduct regularly scheduled and on-demand seminars on resume and interview preparation.
Employment Assistance
Employment Assistance functions to assist students and alumni with obtaining full-time employment and to assist employers in locating qualified candidates. The University maintains a job hotline and employment assistance to students and alumni actively registered with the Office.
Candidates for graduate degrees who are within 12-15 hours of completion of all requirements are encouraged to register for assistance.
Students and alumni seeking full-time employment upon graduation can also participate in a resume service which provides resumes to employers at the employers' request. Candidates for this service can pick up the information in the Office, or print the forms from Career Services homepage.
Career information days are held several times a year in Denton, Dallas and Houston with employers attending across the State of Texas. These days are posted on the Career Services homepage.
Student Employment
On-campus employment permits are available in the Student Employment office. Students should review the job information board in the Student Center and request job referrals from the Student Employment office.
Students on the Parkland Campus should submit their employment permits to the Office of Admissions and Registration on that campus. Students at the Houston campus should submit their employment permits to the Financial Aid Office on that campus.
Students referred to off-campus jobs do not need to complete a permit. Student Employment maintains off-campus referrals for the convenience of employers and students. Many part time and full time jobs off-campus are posted weekly on the job hot line at 940-898-2941 and, also, available for viewing in Career Services.
Telephone: 940-898-2950; Homepage: www.twu.edu/o-cs; Email: careers@twu.edu
Cooperative Education
Many academic programs at TWU provide students the opportunity to participate in cooperative education, a program which combines classroom study with paid practical work experience in an academically related field. More information is available in the General Information section of this catalog.
TWU Child Development Center
The Child Development Center (CDC) operates a full-day Child Care Program and a Nursery School. It is located at 1900 Cherrywood, which is across University Drive (Hwy. 380), adjacent to the Denton campus. The CDC is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
The CDC provides a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children while responding to the needs of their families. The program creates a learning environment that is designed to meet the unique needs of each age group. Special consideration is given to each child's individual growth patterns, strengths, interests, and experiences. University students from many academic departments observe and participate in all programs and conduct research at the CDC.
The Child Care Program gives priority to children of TWU students, staff, faculty, and alumni. The Center serves children from the general community after all other slots are filled. Hours are from 7 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday. Children between the ages of 18 months and 4 years are accepted. Hours vary slightly during the summer.
The Nursery School is open to anyone, regardless of University affiliation. Children who are ages 3 or 4 are eligible. The school operates two separate three-hour programs, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
The Child Development Center is closed when TWU offices are closed (approximately three weeks per year) and when Staff In-Service days are scheduled. The Nursery School follows the University class schedule, beginning on the first day of class each semester and ending on the last day of finals week.
Information and application forms may be requested from the Child Development Center, Texas Woman's University, P.O. Box 425769, Denton, Texas 76204-5769, or call 940/898-2321. There is a waiting list for all classes, so it is important that interested parents contact the CDC at their earliest convenience.
TWU Wellness Center
The TWU Wellness Center serves the University and the Denton community. Membership in the Wellness Center includes access to the Jones Hall Fitness Room, the Outdoor Swimming Pool, ongoing aerobic exercise classes, and access to Pioneer Hall. The Fitness Room houses state of the art equipment, including treadmills, lifecycles, Nordic Tracks, a Smith Machine, a Gravitron, weight machines and free weights. In Pioneer Hall, members and students may use the eight lane indoor pool, racquetball courts, one-tenth mile indoor track and recreation time in the gymnasium. TWU employees enjoy a reduced membership rate. TWU students use the facilities for free with a current student ID card. The Wellness Center has other programs at additional cost including a Nutrition Clinic, Massage Therapy, Personal Training Program and a variety of other classes available periodically. For more information, visit the Wellness Center in Jones Hall or call 940/898-2900.
Institute for Clinical Services and Applied Research
The Institute for Clinical Services and Applied Research provides multidisciplinary diagnosis and treatment for children and adults with developmental, educational, and/or psychological needs. The Institute's services are provided through the contributions of many disciplines. Adapted physical education, audiology, occupational therapy, pediatrics, psychology, special education, speech pathology, and social work participate regularly in the Institute. In addition, services of other disciplines such as nutrition, physical therapy, music therapy, nursing, and counseling may be made available.
The Institute seeks to train students majoring in the health, psychology, and education related disciplines through offering services to clients. The Institute is open to anyone in the community needing these services. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale. Referrals are accepted from any source. Application may be made by contacting the Institute for Clinical Services and Applied Research, Box 425737, Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas 76204-3537 or by calling (940) 898-2285.
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Services of TWU's Dental Hygiene Clinic are available to faculty, staff, students, and the Denton community. For a nominal charge per semester, the Clinic provides the following services: cleaning, x-rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, examinations, and oral disease control sessions. The Clinic serves as a laboratory for dental hygiene students and is located on the first floor of the MCL building on the Denton campus.
For more information contact the Dental Hygiene Clinic, Box 425796, Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas 76204-3796, or call (940) 898-2888.
Occupational Therapy Clinic
The Occupational Therapy Clinic provides out-patient evaluation and treatment services for students, faculty, staff, and the Denton community. Staffed by occupational therapy faculty members, the Clinic serves as an observation facility for occupational therapy students. Areas of treatment include remediation of physical disabilities due to trauma or illness, learning disabilities, and developmental and/or sensory integrative dysfunction. Services are available on a referral basis.
For more information, contact the Occupational Therapy Clinic, Box 425648, Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas 76204-5648, or call (940) 898-2810.
Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
The TWU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic serves both children and adults of the University and Denton community who need help with speech, language, or hearing problems. Individual and/or group therapy is available on an out-patient basis for persons who request the service and who qualify for it.
The Clinic also serves as a laboratory for students in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Coupled with practicum facilities in the Dallas and Fort Worth area, the Clinic serves to enrich students' learning opportunities in the area of communication disorders.
For applications or further information about the Clinic, contact the TWU Institute for Clinical Services and Applied Research, Texas Woman's University, P.O. Box 425737, Denton, Texas 76204-5737, or call (940) 898-2285.
Other Aid
Persons needing assistance from the Texas Rehabilitation Commission should contact the Commission by calling (940) 383-1521 or by writing 1213 N. Locust, Denton, Texas 76201, at least three months prior to enrollment.
