Sherman, Texas – Austin College is excited to be the new home of Wind Down Wednesdays. Developed and curated by Ginger Nye, these hour-long presentations feature a wide variety of topics sure to spark conversation for curious people.
Members of the Texoma community, as well as faculty, students, staff, are invited to take advantage of this fun, interesting, and free opportunity for lifelong learning and fellowship. The events will occur most Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. in the Robert J. and Mary Wright Campus Center, Room 231, located at 1301 E. Brockett Street.
Upcoming dates, topics, and speakers are listed below.
Strange Fascination: David Bowie & Higher Ed
March 26, 2025
Dr. Mindy Landeck, Austin College Associate Professor of East Asian Studies
Edna Ferber & GIANT
April 2, 2025
Ginger Nye, Curious People Wrangler
A Conversation with Herman Ringler
April 9, 2025
Herman Ringler, Local Legend
True Crime from a Prosecutor’s File
April 16, 2025
Kerye Ashmore, Attorney at Law
Texana Readings
April 23, 2025
Margie Morris & Frances Pelley
An Entertaining Numbers Guy Uncovers the Challenges of the County Budget
April 30, 2025
Bryan Wilson, Computer Science Engineer/Forensic Auditor/CPA/Farmer
To be notified about upcoming topics and dates, sign up for the Wind Down Wednesday “Curious People” email list by emailing Communications.
Austin College, a private national liberal arts college located north of Dallas in Sherman, Texas, has earned a reputation for excellence in academic preparation, pre-professional foundations, committed faculty, and hands-on, adventurous learning opportunities. One of 44 schools profiled in Loren Pope’s influential book Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College boasts a welcoming community that embraces diversity and individuality, with more than 50 percent of students identifying as persons of color. The residential student body of approximately 1,300 students and an expert faculty of more than 100 educators allow an 11:1 student-faculty ratio and personalized attention. Related by covenant to the Presbyterian Church (USA), Austin College cultivates an inclusive atmosphere that supports students’ faith journeys regardless of religious tradition. The College, founded in 1849, is the oldest institution of higher education in Texas operating under original name and charter.
