What a way to begin the 2026–2027 academic year! Welcome Week was filled with energy, connection, and incredible student engagement, and I want to personally thank everyone who participated. As we move forward, remember that Texarkana College is more than a place where you take classes it is your community. You belong here, your journey has purpose, and your presence matters. Continue building connections by attending events, joining a club or organization, meeting new people, and finding ways to make your TC experience your own.
Now that classes are underway, stay connected and ask for help early. Introduce yourself to your faculty and make sure they know who you are not just your name on a roster. Ask questions, attend tutoring, explore the Student Success Video Library, meet one-on-one with a Student Success Coach, and use the resources available through Student Life, including Bo’s Mart, our new resource designed to help students access food, clothing, and other essential items. You do not have to wait until something becomes a crisis to reach out. We want to know you, support you, and help you stay connected to your goals.
Student Life wants to hear from you. The FIRST 10 students who e-mail me and tell me one thing they are going to do this semester to become more connected to the Texarkana College community will receive FREE TC Student Life swag. Whether your goal is to join a club, meet your instructor, attend an event, or simply introduce yourself to someone new, take that step. As you move through this semester, challenge yourself to bring your best to the classroom, your community, and every opportunity before you because at Texarkana College, Excellence is the Standard. This is your college, your community, and your opportunity to make this year meaningful.
Welcome Week was full of great moments, smiling faces, and plenty of TC spirit! Click the links to check out the photos and see if you or your friends made the gallery.
Celebrate culture, community, and Hispanic heritage at Texarkana College’s Hispanic Heritage Festival on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Stop by the TC Field between the Nelson Administration Building (Admin) and the Business & Computer Technology Building (BCT) to enjoy the festivities, browse vendors, and grab something tasty to eat. Bring cash for food and vendor purchases!
The Texarkana College Office of Student Life is pleased to invite Texarkana College students to attend a performance of Come From Away. It'll be held at Stillwell Theatre on the TC campus. The first 50 students to RSVP will receive one free admission ticket. Please complete this form and select the performance date and time that works best for you. Your requested performance is subject to ticket availability.
If you're a new student, a transfer student, or a returning student who has been away from TC for one year, remember to complete Student Orientation!
Here’s what you need to know:
If you are taking classes for the first eight weeks of the Fall semester or in a workforce program your deadline of Friday, August 21, 2026, has passed. Complete the orientation by Friday, August 28, 2026, at 4:00PM to receive credit.
If you are taking classes for the second eight weeks of the Fall semester you must have ALL orientation sections complete by Friday, October 23, 2026.
(Done with orientation? ✅🎉
Don’t forget, stop by the Enrollment Office with your ID and score your TC swag bag 🎁🔥)
To access College 101: Student Orientation, Login with your Texarkana College myTC username and password.
Whenever you need help with assignments, test prep, or writing? Brainfuse offers free, 24/7 online tutoring, study tools, and writing support to help you stay confident and on track at TC. Click the logo above to get started.
Important Update: New Loaner Laptop Process
The Student Success program has a limited number of loaner laptops and graphing calculators available for temporary student use. Beginning Fall 2026, students can no longer request or reserve a loaner laptop on their own. Here's how to request a loaner laptop:
How to Request a Loaner Laptop
The Loaner Laptop process has changed. Students must now have a faculty referral before they can be considered for a laptop.
1. Start the referral. Complete the required Loaner Laptop Faculty Referral Form. Your part of the form will then be sent to your instructor.
2. Your instructor completes the referral. Your instructor will review the request, complete their part of the form, and submit it to Student Life.
3. Student Life reviews your request. After the completed referral is received, the Student Life team will review it and contact you within two business days.
4. If approved, you will receive next steps. Students who are approved will receive instructions for scheduling and attending a Loaner Laptop Orientation.
Important: A faculty referral does not guarantee that you will be approved or receive a laptop. You cannot move forward in the Loaner Laptop process without a completed faculty referral.
The dates shown on the orientation flyer apply only to students who have completed the referral and approval process.
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Make a Difference as a
CASA Volunteer
Looking for a meaningful way to give back? CASA for Children is seeking volunteers age 21 and older to advocate for children in the foster care system. If you have the time and heart to make a difference in a child’s life, visit the CASA volunteer website to learn more and sign up for a virtual information session.
Odd Holidays You Didn’t Know You Needed Because every month needs a reason to celebrate something strange.
No Rhyme or Reason Day Celebrate words that stubbornly refuse to rhyme with anything.
September 4:
Nat'l Eat an Extra Dessert Day
So go on and pile that extra slice of pie or cake onto the plate and enjoy it!
September 9:
International Sudoku Day
International Sudoku Day is a global celebration of the iconic number puzzle that blends logic and patience.
October 2:
Plaidurday
Plaidurday is the worldwide celebration of plaid, because we're all connected by a common thread.
TC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs, activities, admission or employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator, 2500 N. Robison Rd., Texarkana, TX, 75599, (903) 823-3006, human.resources@texarkanacollege.edu.
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