OWLS 50th Anniversary

For over 50 years, the OWLS Department has remained dedicated to serving veterans and working adults, evolving through two name changes while staying true to our mission of preparing students for workplace success. Thanks to your unwavering support, OWLS continues to thrive, with 14 full-time faculty and over 20 part-time faculty guiding hundreds of students across Texas and beyond.
 
As OWLS supporters, we invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone at the OWLS 50th Anniversary Banquet on April 17th at Embassy Suites in San Marcos. Please RSVP to reserve your seat, and let’s celebrate together!
 
This milestone would not be possible without the dedication of our faculty, staff, and supporters who have poured their time, energy, and passion into shaping OWLS into the thriving community it is today. Your commitment has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful. This special evening will honor our past, present, and future, featuring community recognitions, a student panel, and networking opportunities.
 
We look forward to seeing you there.
 

Program: 

  • 5:30 – 6 :00 Arrival & Check In 
  • 6:00 –  6:15  Welcome   
  • 6:15 – 6:30 Cool Cats & Conversations 
  • 6:30 – 7:00 OWLS Student Panel 
  • 7:15 – 7:45 Recognitions & Acknowledgements  
  • 7:45 – 8:00 Closing Remarks 

Join the Celebration!

Please join our department in celebrating the past and future of OWLS. 

owls 50th anniversary

50th Anniversary Banquet

Join us in celebrating our history and students.

Past OWLS 50th Anniversary Kickoff Reception

Thanks for coming!

Six people in business clothing posing in front of a colorfully decorated stage and podium.

Anniversary Reception Speakers

Left to right Dean Angela Ausbrooks, Dr. Shetay Ashford-Hanserd, Chair; Dr. Gene Bourgeois, Provost; Page Michel, Chamber of Commerce; Ted Groholske, Greater San Marcos Partnership; Mayor Jane Hughson

A group of people in business clothing standing in front of a maroon and gold backdrop, covered in balloons that say "50."

OWLS Faculty and Staff

An arrangement of maroon, gold, and white balloons topped by a bigger balloon with the number 50 on it.

Festive Centerpiece

Two people in business clothing pose in front of colorful backdrop, surrounded by balloons.

Dr. Shetay Ashford-Hanserd, Department Chair, with Arnob Kumar Saha, a member of the ACCEYSS Research Team.

Two people in business clothing pose in front of a colorful backdrop, surrounded by balloons.

Dr. Twyla Hough, Postdoctoral Scholar, with Arnob Kumar Saha, a member of the ACCEYSS Research Team.

Several people pose in front of a maroon backdrop, balloons overhead.

Round Rock Anniversary Reception

Left to right: Dr. Brittany Hyden, Dr. Shailen Singh, Dr. Jennifer King, Vice President Julie Lessiter, Dr. Shetay Ashford-Hanserd, Dr. Felix Quayson, Dr. Todd Sherron, Jessica Devin.

Several people pose in front of a colorful backdrop, surrounded by balloons.

Round Rock OWLS Faculty

Left to right: Dr. Felix Quayson, Dr. Omar López, Dr. Shailen Singh, Dr. Brittany Hyden, Dr. Jennifer King.

Three people in business clothing pose in front of a colorful backdrop, surrounded by balloons.

Left to right: Dr. Mary-Jo Garcia, Dr. Katherine Selber, and Dean Angela Ausbrooks.