SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
To apply to serve on a 2011 Committee of the Board, Click Here. 

To learn more about our flagship programs 
Leadership Texas and Power Pipeline and to
download an application, go to www.womensresources.org/onlineapplications.asp.

To read the August edition of News You Can Use from Women's Resources,  Click Here. 

Current Job Openings in Texas and other cities posted at Connections (for members only).

WR Seeking Recommendations for LT 2011
You know a woman who is just right for Leadership Texas. Someone, like you, who has made and wants to continue making a difference....in her work, in her community, in her family and in her state. Please - take a moment to  recommend someone you know for the upcoming 2011 class year of Leadership Texas. We count on you to continue the chain of leadership development - begun in 1983 - of which you are an integral part. Let us hear from you if you have a candidate in mind that we may contact on your behalf. With our thanks and best regards!
Go to www.womensresources.org. Scroll under Programs and select Leadership Texas. The online application is right there. And let us know if you have any questions! The deadline for applications for the 2011 Class is October 1.
Also, if you check the Alumnae Website at www.fwrnetwork.org, Events Calendar, August and September, you will find detail of recruitment events planned for your region. Plan to attend and take a candidate with you.
The gift of your support and continued involvement makes a big difference and we do look forward to hearing from you.

Lubbock Wows with Hospitality and Vitality

Members of Leadership Texas Class 10 shared mind-stretching experiences during their two and a half day stay in Lubbock. Comments ranging from "perhaps the best session this year" to "I learned so much" to "who knew?" were frequently heard as members learned about new techniques in measuring wind energy and the effects of the oil spill in the Gulf at the Reese Technology Center, heard about the latest issues in health care from Dr. Tedd Mitchell, President of the TTU Health Sciences Center, and learned about Lubbock ISD from its new superintendent Dr. Karen Garza. Chair-elect of the Lubbock Chamber of Comemrce Irasema Velasquez inspired with her heart-warming story of achievement over adversity; the mother-daughter team of Louise Hopkins Underwood and Jane Henry shared how they and dedicated community members brought the Art Center Firehouse Theater and surrounding artist community into reality as a community gem; Bill Miller, Executive Director of the Reese Technology Center, explained how the repurposed former Air Force base is repositioning itself as a regional word-class, high technolgoy research, educational training and business community. Wind and nuclear power were also featured on the agenda as the class explored the future of energy. Highlights of the session included a reception and visit with Texas Tech University Chancellor Dr. Kent Hance at his lovely home and an outstanding private music performance by the Legends of West Texas Music at the Cactus Theater. Many thanks to the outstanding alumnae of Lubbock for their support, involvement and sponsorship.

Laredo Hosts LT 2010 with Outstanding Program
With characteristic energy and style, the Laredo LT and PP alumnae hosted the LT2010 Class to an outstanding three-day session. Laredo Alumnae Fay Mainhart (LT94), Carolyn Schmies (LT09), former Laredo Mayor Betty Flores (LT95), Linda Lopez Howland (LT84), and Virginia (Cookie) Muller (LT93) regalled the class with stories about Laredo's history and prospects for the Sister Rosemary Welsh (LT95) led the class members on a tour of the colonias on the outskirts of town as well as a frank discussion with residents, sharing commonalities, concerns and enlightenment.
Other session highlights included:       

• a visit to TA&MIU where the class heard from a dynamic and dedicated group of women from Nuevo Laredo who are leading volunteers in the fight for women's rights.
• an organ concert played by TA&MIU President Ray Keck in the beautiful new fine arts building.
• a presentation from Mayors Raul G. Salinas of Laredo and Ramon Garza Barrios of Nuevo Laredo explaining their concerns and how the two cities successfully work together
• the South Texas Enviornmental Education and Research Program (STEER) and how it has made a tremendous difference in educating health professionals about cultural differences presented by Joan Engelhardt (LT03).
• a frank and enlightening explanation of the immigration dilemma by Eddie Aldrete, senior vice-president of the International Bank of Commerce in San Antonio.

Gracious hospitality was provided by Vanessa Carpenter (LT06) who hosted a delightful dinner at her home and IBC under the leadership of Sr. Vice-president Imelda Navarro which made the concluding evening special with a fabulous fiesta.
Many thanks to LT COB members who assisted with the session: Holly Whitten (LT07), Liz Patterson, (LT09), Michele Guzman (LT09), Becky Brindley (LT09).

Merchandise Sales to Benefit Scholarships

Honor Liz Carpenter with Donation to Scholarship Fund
Our dear friend Liz Carpenter recently passed away and we are deeply saddened by this loss. If you wish to commemorate her numerous contributions to Women's Resources you may make a donation to the Leadership Texas Scholarship Fund in her name. To donate, login to this site with login name and password and click on Donations. Acknowledgment of your donation will be sent to her family. Other donation opportunities include the Liz Carpenter Endowed Lectureship at the University of Texas and the Liz Carpenter Book Award established by the Texas State Historical Association for the best publication on Texas History.

Pipeline Session Provided Powerful Lessons

Nearly 60 emerging leaders gathered in Dallas Friday at noon for a weekend full of motivational and informational sessions. Members of the class enjoyed and learned from mentors who included WR Board President Penny Beaumont (LT88), Board Vice-president and Secretary Audrey Selden (LT96), Sarah Fontenot (LT07) who helped facilitate the session, Vicky Barajas (LT08), Board Member Tegwin Pulley (LT83), Freda Wright (LT09), Heather Hall (LT09/PP COB), Alice Reinarz (LT96/NISA COB). Hattie Hill (LT).

Inaugural Leadership Program Launched in Amarillo

Emerging women leaders in Amarillo were the first in the state to experience the one-day Leadership Launch Program on February 27 at the Amarillo Area Foundation. The program explored the importance of personal and professional awareness as it relates to leadership, career path, fiscal responsibility and leveraging relationships. The participants identified ways to exercise their personal power and influence more effectively. Amarillo Regional Directors Anette Carlisle (LT03), Ellen Robertson Green (LT09) and LT 91 Alumna Charlotte Rhodes helped coordinate the program.

Terrific Speakers and Reunions Highlight Annual Meeting and Brain Conference
A crowd of more than 150 Women's Resources alumnae and friends were captivated by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's keynote presentation. Her down-to-earthstyle and method of weaving her personal experiences with valuable information on brain capacity captured everyone's attention for more than an hour. Her book"My Stroke of Insight" quickly sold out, and she graciously stayed and visited with guests until all had left. Attendees spent the day Saturday with other speakers, including Dr. Jerry Grammer, Austin's Psychologist of the Year; Dr. Jerry Winakur, gerontologist and clinical professor of medicine and associate faculty member at the UT Health Sciences Center San Antonio; Lee Robinson, poet and attorney; and a panel of experts from Mental Health AmericaTexas, including Lynn Lasky Clark, CEO, Gyl Switzer, public affairs director, and Bob Kamm, lobbyist.

Dr. Jerry Grammer	Dr. Jerry Winakur	Gyl Switzer; Bob Kamm, Lynn Lasky Clark

The presenters identified ways to help maintain a healthy brain while aging, addressing stress at work, how to prevent strokes, and how to get involved with the Parents as Partners program to ensure that young children grow to be mentally healthy adults. 
In addition to the conference, many classes enjoyed reunions. LT09 had 25 members in attendance, followed by LT08 with 20. Women's Resources Founders Judith Guthrie, Sarah Weddington and Cathy Bonner were in attendace as well as original 1983 LT class members Tegwin Pulley and Melissa Hield.

For more photos from the annual meeting go to Annual Meeting - Jan. 15, 2010
  
Mary Crites, Ann Yakimovicz, Amy Smith (LT08)


Carolyn Huffman, Ellen Green, Tracey McCoy, Robyn Johnson, De'Borah Jones (LT09)
                                        
Women's Resources Board Welcomes New Members
The Board of Directors of Women's Resources gathered at the annual meeting and welcomed new members Tegwin Pulley (LT83) and Graciela Cigarroa, attorney and community leader. Colleen Barrett (LT83), Southwest Airlines President Retired, has also joined the board. The Board reviewed reports from the Committees of the Board chairs, reviewed the organization's financial position (healthy), and discussed plans for Women's Resources 30th anniversary.
 
Front row seated: Audrey Selden, WR Vice-president and Secretary,
Amalia Rodriguez-Mendoza, Graciela Cigarroa, Lana Porter.
Second row: Cathy Bonner, Karla Bonner, Penny Beaumont, WR
President, Candace O'Keefe Mathis, CEO, Judith Guthrie, 
Patricia Diaz Dennis, Rosemary Breedlove, Diana Johnson Hightower.
Not pictured: Ann Korioth, treasurer, Colleen Barrett, Pat Bailey, Shirley Hoskins.    

El Paso Alumnae Roll Out Red Carpet for LT09

Whether it was rappelling from a tower at Fort Bliss, learning about how El Paso is turning brackish water into potable drinking water or hearing about safety and security issues that border cities face, the LT09 class experienced a fabulous journey to El Paso. Alumnae from the region worked for months to ensure that the class members got to know El Paso and the issues facing this dynamic city. A melodic greeting from the city's Mayor opened the session which was followed by an interactive presentation by Dr. Barbara Mackoff, entitled "Don't Come Back From Hell Empty-handed."

Lisa Apfelberg (09) with               At Fort Bliss                                     Rappelling at Fort Bliss

Madeleine Kunin,

inaugural Sandy Tyler

Series speaker

 El Paso Alumnae warmly               Touring the Desalination                Enjoying time together

welcome LT 09                               Plant                                               at Mary Ann Dodson's

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 Future Events

LT 2010 Waco Session - 9/20/2010

Deadline For LT Applications - 10/1/2010

LT 2010 Session 5 - Austin - 11/18/2010

FWR Annual Meeting - 11/19/2010

FWR Annual Meeting - 11/19/2010

PP2011 Application Deadline - 1/14/2011

LT 2011 Dallas Session - 3/14/2011

LT 2011 Permian Basin Session 2 - 5/9/2011

LT 2011 Corpus Christi Session 3 - 7/11/2011

LT 2011 Austin Session 4 - 9/12/2011

LT 2011 San Antonio Session 5 & Annual Mtg. - 11/17/2011

Danny Ballard (LT01) a nationally recognized leader the field of health, has officially been named division chair of Health Education in the Department of Health and Kinesiology.  Ballard, past president of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD), will continue in the role she has been serving in on an interim basis for the past two years.  After a nationwide search, many in the department believed that the right person was already in place to lead the division.  The decision to make Ballard’s position permanent was decided from opinions from faculty in the health education division and the approval of department head Richard Kreider.

Jean Callison (LT09) was named the recipient of the Distinguished Leadership Award from Leadership Plano this month. The Plano City Council member was recognized for her outstanding community service as a community volunteer and elected official.

Gov. Rick Perry has named Judge Donna Klaeger (LT08) of Horseshoe Bay chair of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards. The commission establishes standards for the care and treatment of county prisoners, and the construction, maintenance and operation of county jails. Klaeger is Burnet County Judge. She is a member of the County Judge’s Association of Texas and Capitol Area Rural Transportation Planning Organization, and an officer on the Capitol Area Planning Council of Government’s Executive Committee. She is a past member of the FWR Leadership Texas Class and University of Texas Fellows Program.

 
Cynthia “Cindy” Leon (LT 92 and LT COB) has been appointed by Gov. Rick Perry to the State Affordable Housing Corporation Board of Directors. The Board oversees the provision of affordable housing for low income Texans. Leon is a retired regional director for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. She is past chair of the Dallas-Fort Worth Federal Executive Board. Leon served in the U.S. Navy Reserve, and received a bachelor’s degree from Austin College and a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Colorado at Boulder. She replaces Jesse A. Coffey of Denton.

Ann Margolin (LT94) has been elected to the Dallas City Council. Ann has a long history of community service and leadership.

Joan Shepack (LT07) was selected as the Alumni of the Year for the University of the Incarnate Word for 2009. The Alumni of Distinction Award is the highest award presented by UIW to an alumna/us. Honorees are selected based on their professional accomplishments, service to others, and Christian living. The award was presented at the May 9th Commencement in San Antonio, TX .  The Awards Committee of the UIW Alumni Association Board presents candidates to the full Board for recommendation. The recommendations are sent to the President of the University of the Incarnate Word for final approval.

FWR Board Elects New Members

At a recent board meeting, the Board approved the membership of Graciela Cigarroa as a new member of the FWR Board of Directors. The entire board list can be found at Committees, under the title of FWR Board of Directors.

FWR Honors Sandy Tyler (LT90) With Coveted Cathy Award

Cathy Bonner, namesake of the Cathy Award, presented this treasured award posthumously to Sandy Tyler (LT90) at the annual meeting of the Foundation, Friday, October 10. Sandy was honored for her dedication to Leadership Texas and the Foundation. On hand to accept the award was her dear friend, Cindy Conroy (LT07), regional director of the El Paso Region.

As a participant in Leadership Texas, Sandy found a venue that suited her well. With state-wide contacts, she enabled numerous other women and girls to achieve their goals. When the Women’s Museum was founded, Sandy was quick to donate both her time and money. She helped organize and fund the publication of the book “Desert Echo, Women Illuminate the Sacred,” with proceeds benefitting the Museum. Perhaps her greatest contributions were to the Girl Scouts of the Rio Grande since Sandy identified the lack of Girl Scout troops from the low-income areas of El Paso. As a result, El Paso now enjoys troops representing the fabric of the community. Her indomitable spirit was present as she raised funds to establish the Girls Go Tech Van, a mobile computer lab that travels to low-income girls to get them on computers with a focus on math and science.

Sandy’s civic involvement included leadership roles in the United Way Campaign, the YWCA, El Paso Chamber of Commerce and the University of Texas at El Paso. In 1990, Sandy received the City of El Paso Conquistador Award for service to the El Paso Community. She also served as Leadership Texas El Paso Regional Director for several years. Sandy’s commitment to the Foundation for Women’s Resources and The Women’s Museum were again demonstrated with significant bequests that will further the mission of each.

FWR Launches New Online Community for Alumnae Supporters & Friends