LEAPsters Present to Alumni Association’s “SHSU Retired Faculty and Staff”

After weeks of preparation the LEAP Ambassadors were prepared for their presentation to the Retired Faculty and Staff Alumni & Friends Club, which is part of the Sam Houston Alumni Association. As part of their meetings, the Club often meets at the Wynne Home, and today they were there for a special presentation by Professor Yawn and the LEAP Ambassadors about the Center for Law, Engagement, and Politics.

With the indulgence of the retired staff and faculty, we were able to share some of our travels and experiences.

We were genuinely enthusiastic to share how much fun our trips are…

…how rewarding it is to volunteer in the community…

…our various programs…

…and how fulfilling it is to take part in all the professional opportunities and learning experiences provided by the LEAP Center.

During the presentation, we were grateful to recognize friendly faces of Dr. Ralph Pease and Mrs. Linda Pease, who have always shown their support of the LEAP Center, as well as Carol Shaw.

After a successful presentation, we provided a tour of the Wynne Home and joined our audience members in enjoying some snacks and refreshments. We are thankful to the Alumni Association, Mr. Charlie Vienne, and Ms. Carol Shaw for inviting us to present, and for their hospitality.

Author: mikeyawn

Mike Yawn teaches at Sam Houston State University. In the past few years, he has taught courses on Politics & Film, Public Policy, the Presidency, Media & Politics, Congress, Statistics, Research & Writing, Field Research, and Public Opinion. He has published academic papers in the Journal of Politics, Political Behavior, Social Security Quarterly, Film & History, American Politics Review, and contributed a chapter to the textbook Politics and Film. He also contributes columns, news analysis, and news stories to newspapers such as the Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express News, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Stamford Advocate, Greenwich Time, Huron Daily Tribune, Laredo Morning Times, Beaumont Enterprise, Connecticut Post, and Midland Reporter Telegram. Yawn is also active in his local community, serving on the board of directors of the local YMCA and Friends of the Wynne. Previously, he served on the Huntsville's Promise and Stan Musial World Series Boards of Directors. In 2007-2008, Yawn was one of eight scholars across the nation named as a Carnegie Civic Engagement Scholar by the Carnegie Foundation. View all posts by mikeyawn