Christopher Covo, Student Body President

Welcome

Welcome, Bobcat Class of 2013!

It is with great pride that I welcome you to one of the most unique and exceptional institutions in the country, your new home, Texas State University. I can tell you with complete confidence and optimism that you have made the best decision of your life.

There is no question that the next four or five years of your life will be unforgettable and will help build the foundation you need to be successful in life - however you may define success. We are fortunate to have faculty and staff that sincerely care about our success and go to great lengths to work very closely with us, the students.

I know that you may be nervous, but I can assure you that soon everything will make sense. This new chapter in your life can define you and give you the tools you need to reach your goals. We are here to achieve excellence, but we are also here to share experiences and learn from each other. So please, make the best of everything the university has to offer you, from outstanding academic resources and opportunities to activities that cover a broad spectrum of interests: athletic events and art exhibits to River Fest, a music festival at Sewell Park, so have fun.

I want to challenge you to not only excel in your academic endeavors, but to get involved. You are a Bobcat now, and that means you can do anything you set your mind to do. We have more than 300 student organizations and one of them is bound to fit you perfectly. This is your time to shine, so shine bright. The Associated Student Government is an important part of your career at Texas State. We invite all students to attend the ASG meetings and learn about the issues we face as students and to call attention to items that are important to you. Our offices are located on the fourth floor of the LBJ Student Center in Suite 4-5.1. Meetings are Mondays at 7 p.m. at the LBJ Student Center, Room 3-14.1.

Have fun in the newest chapter of your life; study hard, make everlasting relationships, and don't forget, we are all Bobcats for Bobcats!

Sincerely,

Christopher Covo
Student Body President

Dear Student:

Welcome to the Texas State community. I am excited that you have chosen to become a Bobcat. Members of the university community are committed to providing you with the assistance, encouragement and support necessary for you to become a successful graduate of Texas State.

The university community believes strongly in the concept of total education. We want to assist in your development and ensure that you are academically well-rounded and that you are also a responsible citizen. We want you to be fully prepared to leave this environment with all the tools necessary to lead a productive life.

Texas State offers a myriad of opportunities for growth and leadership experience through your involvement in student organizations and student activities. It is important that you take advantage of at least some of these opportunities so that your time here will be meaningful and enjoyable. I believe that your success at this university will be dependent on your interaction in the classroom as well as outside of the classroom. If you take advantage of the opportunities here, your experience at Texas State will serve you well in years to come.

Make the most of this exciting time in your life. As your Bobcat partners, we will work with you to ensure that the social climate on our campus is stimulating. We will make sure that our student support services provide opportunities for growth and are readily available and effective. Our goal is to help you become successful academically, socially and personally. We care about your progress, and we want you to be proud to be a Bobcat!

We are glad that you are here! Best wishes for a tremendously successful academic year at Texas State.

Sincerely,

Joanne H. Smith, PhD
Vice President for Student Affairs