Tarleton State University - Communication Studies Department

08/18/2026

Celebrating a fresh start and milestones! Congrats to Winston Dawson (far left) on his promotion to senior instructor and to Kirk Wise (center left) for winning the Jack and Louise Arthur Award for Excellence in Teaching. We're excited to welcome a new team member, Dr. Melissa Musser (far right). And cheers to Dr. Lora Helvie-Mason (center right) for keeping the good vibes going. Here's to a fantastic new year together!

08/03/2026

Dr. Amanda Arrambide and Dr.
Bree Baum former communication graduates have a reunion in the faculty procession. Way to go graduates! 🎓

07/09/2026

The Rodeo Marketing and Event Coordinator performs at the professional level to perform daily activities and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers in assigned areas in accordance with the mission, core values, and purpose of the University. This position will oversee all aspects of the Rodeo Team’s marketing and helps with all events hosted by the team. This position is located in Stephenville, Texas. Working hours are Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm or as work requirements indicate, some weekends may apply. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.
https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TARLETON_External/job/Stephenville-TX/Rodeo-Marketing-and-Event-Coordinator_R-094520

07/01/2026

Casting Call for The College Tour Coming to Tarleton State

Sep. 15-19, 2026

Tarleton State University has been selected to be featured on The College Tour, a nationally recognized television series that highlights colleges and universities through the stories of their students.

We're looking for current Texans to share what makes their Tarleton State experience unique. Whether your journey has been shaped by academics, student organizations, campus traditions, athletics, rodeo, research, leadership or another memorable experience, we encourage you to audition.

We're casting students to be featured on Tarleton State's episode of The College Tour, streaming on Amazon Prime.

If you're ready to share your Texan experience, submit your audition application by July 12.

Audition here: https://bit.ly/3SF42BU

06/25/2026

Last seen inspiring community engagement, social media conversations, and collective problem-solving.

The case of Gracie reminds us that communication is more than exchanging information—it's how communities mobilize, share stories, and work together.

The Department of Communication Studies at Tarleton State University Department of Communication Studies is proud to celebrate the connections that bring people together, whether in the classroom or in the search for a beloved giraffe.

05/26/2026

Dr. Cessna Winslow presented Sophia Rivera with outstanding PRSE member. Congratulations Sophia!

05/15/2026

May 16th is “I Love to Listen Day”! This is a day to inspire, inform, practice, and create a heightened sense of awareness of the importance and power of listening in our lives.

This celebration was developed by the International Listening Association. Drs. Gearhart and Maben have published several articles and a book chapter about listening.

Some listening tips:
-be interested! Ask questions
-be attentive! Keep track and respond
-be caring! Clarify their feelings

05/11/2026

Ms. Elizabeth Wheat was awarded the outstanding Travel, Event, Activities Management Top 2026 Graduate last week by Dr. Karley Goen. We wish Lizzie an incredible summer working in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. Congratulations, Elizabeth!

05/09/2026

Tradition continues-
Mr. Kirk Wise, Mr. Austin Lewter, Dr. Lora Helvie-Mason

05/05/2026

Dr. Karley A. Goen’s Executing Exclusive Events Abroad 2.0 officially launches on May 18, 2026, taking Tarleton State University students and community members through Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Germany. This faculty-led program focuses on first-hand observation of elite hospitality and global event ex*****on standards.

Several organizations and individuals have contributed to the program’s success by donating significant amounts of swag and resources for the students’ travels this summer:
* Beef Loving Texans
* Oscar P General Store
* TSU Division of Student Engagement and Success
* Southwest Dairy Farmers Association and Museum
* City of Stephenville
* Visit OKC (Oklahoma City)
* Texans Outfitter Bookstore
* Sirenian Bay Resort & Villas
* Purple tractor
* Visit Austin
* Visit Granbury
* Visit Mineral Wells
* The Crazy Water Hotel
* Roswell Visitor Center
* Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau
* Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourism Association
* Dodge City Convention and Visitors Bureau
* Tarleton Radio
* Lampasas Dental Center
* WK Gordon Center for Industrial History of Texas
* Visit Amarillo
* Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council
* Texas Folklore Society
* GoTexan Campaign
* Texas Roadhouse-Weatherford
* TSU Campus Life and Family Engagement
* Visit Fort Myers
* McGraw Hill Publishing
* Granbury Staples
* TSU Division of Human Resources
* Visit Cleburne