THE PIONEER WOMAN
THE PIONEER WOMAN Minerva, as she is affectionately known by TWU students, was unveiled in 1938 as part of the Texas Centennial celebration. The statue pays tribute to the spirit of pioneering women in Texas. BOLDLY GO Why Texas Woman’s
QUALITY Since its founding more than a century ago, Texas Woman’s has become known for its contributions and leadership in the fields of nursing, education, physical We are the PIONEERS therapy, occupational therapy, biology, kinesiology, nutrition, the arts and sciences, and business. LOCATION Our booming North Texas location in the college town of Denton — just 40 miles from Dallas and Fort Worth — assures our students easy access to arts, culture and career possibilities. TWU also offers a variety of online courses for self-disciplined students who enjoy working independently. COLORS: Maroon & white We wear maroon on Mondays VALUE TWU is a public university that offers the student support and small class sizes traditionally expected at a private university. Get more for your money at one of the most affordable universities in Texas, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. UNIVERSITY HAND SIGN: “TW” As the nation’s largest public university system primarily for women, Texas Woman’s prides itself on providing women and men with a quality and well-rounded educational experience focused on service, health and well-being, and integrity. Respect for diversity in all aspects of life and a safe campus environment are the hallmarks of a TWU education. MASCOT: Oakley, a Texas Barn Owl CONTENTS 3 YOUR INVESTMENT 5 QUALITY EDUCATION 7 LIVING ON CAMPUS 9 CAMPUS LIFE 11 DENTON, TEXAS 13 VISIT TEXAS WOMAN’S 15 ADMISSIONS 17 DEGREE PROGRAMS PIONEER SWAG: Download TWU phone wallpapers and print TWU swag at twu.edu/pioneerswag FOLLOW US @txwomans @TexasWomansUniversity — First-Year Students | 1
