2019 News

Relatives of Henrietta Lacks to speak at Book-in-Common program

Two relatives of the late Henrietta Lacks — a central figure in vaccine development and other medical advances — will be featured speakers at Texas Woman’s University’s Book-in-Common program on Oct. 17.

Psychology professor shares passion for helping mental illness patients

Associate professor and director of TWU’s counseling psychology master's program, Claudia Porras Pyland, Ph.D., knew from an early age that she wanted to become a psychologist. 

Alumna's 'Unique' program wins national award

Texas Woman's alumna Christina Buce was in her first year as an elementary school counselor when her principal challenged her to “get creative” with the school’s awareness days — those days focusing attention on key health issues. Buce’s response not only captured the hearts and minds of the school community, but won a national award as a Character.org Promising Practice as well. 

TWU to serve as polling site for early voting in Denton

As part of the civic engagement initiative at Texas Woman’s University, the university has announced that it will serve as an early voting site in Denton County for the upcoming November election.

New online store expands availability of TWU merchandise

Texas Woman’s University in conjunction with Follett has launched ShopTWUPioneers.com . The site features items not found in the campus store and offers the option of discounted employee and departmental purchases.