get real.

At LeTourneau University, weird things happen sometimes. When a number of the dorm mattresses were replaced this past summer, it provided the perfect opportunity for students to turn the trashed ones into toboggans while competing in what is now referred to as “extreme berm sliding.” This is just one of many examples of what happens on campus here every day.

Think of this magazine as our family photo album. We are totally a family. (Seriously, after coming here, you might not want to go home for the summer. Home probably doesn’t have extreme berm sliding!) Whether you live down the hall, across town, or in the next room, you’re a part of the family.

So flip through our album—see the crazy stuff that happens in our residence halls—the stuff that becomes legend. The photos in this magazine are mostly shot by students. Remember, the album isn’t finished, yet. There’s plenty of room for you. Are you ready to become the next extreme berm sliding champion?

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floorunityliving = bonding.

“Floor unity is HUGE! At LeTourneau your floor is not just a residence, but your family. There is no one I would rather hang out with than the guys on my floor. My favorite part of college is living on my floor.”

-Michael Skeen, Senior Marketing Major from Pearland, TX

movingdaymove in, get comfy, chill out.

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“Right when we pulled up in the parking lot, older students could tell I was a freshman because I had all my stuff stacked on the grass outside. Two of them came up and introduced themselves, gave me a tour of the floor and talked with my mom. They really made me feel welcome, so it was great! You get immediately accepted into the community. The floor comes and helps you out, it’s a good time. ”

-Ruedi Schubarth, Aeronautical Science, Flight Science Major fromColorado Springs, CO

residentlifehome away from home.

“Some of my greatest memories in this new place I call home have been with some of my best friends from my floor.” - Gina Gacetta, Sophomore Education Major from Fort Worth, TX

seniordesignformulafeel the need for speed.

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“Going to competition is really cool. You go and see all the different teams from all over the world - see their cars, see what they did that might be better and get ideas. It’s really fun. The design process can be kinda long, but when you get to put it together and see it drive - that’s pretty awesome.” -Ryan Reynolds, Engineering Technology Major from Las Cruces, NM

Photos on this page shot by members of the LETU Formula Team.

longviewblitzloving and serving sometimes

means picking up trash.

“I don’t go out to help people just because it will make me feel good. I was just doing what God put me here to do. They really needed our help.”

-David Smith, Human Resources Major from El Paso, TX

schoolspiritit’s about more than just face paint.

Photo taken by Zach Niles.

intercollegiatesportsget in the game.

“Our team has a lot of fun, especially when winning 6-2 against our archrivals in front of over 600 screaming fans. For me, scoring four goals in that game is something I’ll never forget.”

-Ryan Potter, Biomedical Engineering Major from San Antonio, TX

All athletic shots taken by LeTourneau student Naomi Downs.

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All athletic shots taken by LeTourneau student Naomi Downs.

catapumpkinduck now. ask questions later.

The LeTourneau engineering tradition of catapulting a pumpkin across campus started decades ago and continues today as groups of students band together and build incredible inventions for this competition.

“My inspiration for building a slingshot was based off of seeing the guys on ‘Mythbusters’ after they built one for launching a person - instead of a pumpkin.” - Matt Bradberry, Senior Engineering Major from Killeen, TX

JehovahJirahprojectextreme house makeover: LETU style.

“The outpouring of donations, community sacrifice and people giving of time, talent and materials made it clear that this is a ‘God-sized’ project and not one any individual could hope to accomplish.” -Doug Wilcoxson, vice president for Student Affairs

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“I’m so excited because I know God’s hand is on this! It is thrilling to work together as a body to meet with God in new ways!” -Karisa Kaye, Biology Major from Alpena, MI

impactretreatstudent leadership goes tropical

fallfestyou’ve gotta see it to believe it.

“The IMPACT leadership team at LeTourneau arrivesback to campus in the fall before the rest of the students to spend some time bonding and to prepare to serve the needs of the student body. We have an event to get everyone excited. This year was a luau theme with leis, roasted pig cooked underground Hawaiian-style, sand volleyball, and lots of tropical fun.” - Christian Lehman, Resident Director

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fallfestyou’ve gotta see it to believe it.

“Fall Fest is the week leading up to Homecomingwhen all the floors do hilarious things to express their spirit in creative ways. At the end of the week, the queen and king get voted on by the student body based on what each floor has done to promote their king or queen. It’s basically just a really fun time for people to be crazy and wild.” -Doug Glidden, Computer Engineering Major from Portland, ME

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thescoopall the little details

licenseplatesour students come from everywhere

LeTourneau UniversityFounded: 1946

Campus: LeTourneau University’straditional 162-acre campus is located inLongview, Texas. Educational sites forworking adults are located in Austin,Bedford, Dallas, Houston and Tyler.

Enrollment: Nearly 4,000 students, including over 3,600 undergraduates and nearly 400 graduate students. Approximately 1,732 of these students attend classes at our Longview campus.

Faculty: 71 full-time faculty; more than 77% of LeTourneau faculty members hold a doctorate or the highest degree offered in their field.

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Student-Faculty Ratio: 16:1

Outcomes: 96% annual graduate placement rate

Residence Halls: Living options are single-gender and include suites, loftable rooms, furnished apartments and three soci-ety houses for men. Each room is wired for telephone, cable television and the Internet.

Athletics: LeTourneau Universityoffers 11 varsity sports and is a member of theNCAA Division III in the AmericanSouthwest Conference.

Men’s: Basketball, baseball, golf, soccer and tennis

Women’s: Basketball, golf, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball.

Costs: Please visit www.letu.edu/tuitionfor an up-to-date and detailed description oftuition and fees.

Honors: U.S. News & World Report regularly lists LeTourneau University in the top tier of Comprehensive Masters Level Universities in the Western Region of the United States.

Technology: 100% of academic build-ings and most of the residence halls on campus are wireless internet accessible.

Our students: From approximately 50 states and 20 nations.

Academic ProgramsAccountingAeronautical Science Aircraft Systems Concentration Computer Science Concentration Design Technology Concentration Electronic Systems Concentration Flight Business - Management Concentration Flight Business - Marketing Concentration Flight Science Concentration Mechanical Systems Concentration Military Aviation Concentration Missionary Aviation Concentration Professional Flight Concentration Technical Management ConcentrationBiblical StudiesBiologyBusiness Administration Design Technology ConcentrationChemistry Biological Concentration Physical ConcentrationChild DevelopmentChristian Ministry Cross-Cultural Concentration Ministry Leadership Concentration Youth MinistryConcentrationComputer Information SystemsComputer Science Game Development Concentration Network Security ConcentrationComputer Science EngineeringComputer Science Engineering TechnologyComputer Science and MathematicsDigital WritingElementary Teacher Education Early Childhood—Grade 4 Special Education Certification ESL Certification Middle School: Grades 4-8

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