In-Sync Exotics is Open for Spring Break March 11 – March 15!
Who said learning can’t be fun! In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center, right here in Wylie, TX, is open to the public during Spring Break!
How far can a lion’s roar be heard? How fast can a cheetah run? Why does a tiger have stripes? Learn the answers to these questions plus what is required to care for the cats who live here.
Come see our 70+ rescued, exotic felines. We are paws-itive you’ll have a grrreat time!
Learn more at https://www.insyncexotics.org
Spring Break Hours: March 11 – 15, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Regular Public Hours: Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Q. Did you know?
A. The Wylie Campus will have its biennial Shamrock Fest event on Thursday, March 28 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., featuring interactive program and resource tables, community vendors, giveaways, inflatables, and local restaurants.
Plus, performances by the Wylie Campus band, “Cougar Alert” and “DJ Cutz” from 106.1 KISS FM. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact shamrockfest@collin.edu
Q. What new summer camps are coming this year?
A. Students can enroll in a new summer youth program known as “College for Kids.” The program will offer a true college experience where students can take part in project-based and exploration courses, discovering new talents, meeting new friends, and developing knowledge and skills for college success. More information coming soon.
Q. Did you hear?
A. The Collin College Wylie Campus Artist Lecture Series will host two public lectures titled “Street Art and Contemporary Culture,” from Art Historian Dr. G. James Daichendt. The lectures will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on Monday, March 4 at the Wylie Campus Conference Center, and from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5 at the Wylie Campus Student Center.
Q. Have you thought about a career in the veterinary field?
A. Collin College is proud to offer a Veterinary Technology associate degree program for those passionate about helping animals. Fall 2024 applications are due May 22. For more information, contact Dr. Catherine Pfent at catherinepfent@collin.edu.
Administrator Highlight: Dr. Gwendolyn Weatherford
Dr. Gwendolyn Weatherford, an associate dean of academic affairs/workforce programs at the Wylie Campus started working at Collin in March 2021.
Dr. Weatherford began her career as a teaching assistant in 1998, with a background in kinesiology (study of human movement) and specifically sport management. Initially, her university teaching focused on general kinesiology courses and preparation of K-12 physical activity and education teachers. With the completion of her Ph.D., her focus narrowed down to sport management and graduate education. From there, she moved into college and university administrative positions.
Dr. Weatherford holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Psychology, and a Master of Science in Health and Physical Education from Texas A&M-Commerce, and a Ph.D. in Kinesiology-Sport Management from Texas Woman's University.
What do you love most about your job?
Dr. Weatherford: I love the people I get to work with, the students, faculty, and staff. I really enjoy helping others achieve their goals and dreams.
What would you like parents and students to know about the Wylie Campus?
Dr. Weatherford: The Collin College Wylie Campus is an awesome place filled with people who are kind and helpful and have a genuine interest in helping students. The Wylie Campus is a beautiful place that offers so many awesome degrees, certificates, licensures, camps, and event opportunities for the community to come and be a part of.
For more information about the Wylie Campus, visit www.collin.edu/campuses/wylie.
To learn more about Collin College, visit www.collin.edu/.