Day: December 1, 2014
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Sideline Stories 2: Former UMHB point guard foregoes career in physical therapy, takes job on sidelines to prepare next generation of players
Mallory McAdams didn’t think she was going to be a basketball coach. After her playing days at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor were over, McAdams spent several years trying to get a job as a physical therapist. Even though she worked at a physical therapy clinic, her goal was to work with patients who had…
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Sideline Stories 1: UTD all-time leader in assists takes role as second-in-command after solid career, aims to be a head coach one day
It was the start of the 2007 basketball season, and the men’s basketball team had traveled to Buffalo, N.Y., to play in a tournament. Assistant coach Travis Carruthers, on the sidelines for the first time, didn’t have any dress shoes. With no other choice, Carruthers opted to wear a pair of khakis, a sports coat…
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UTD family shares son’s battle with cancer
In November 2012, Rick Smith received shattering news that no parent wants to hear. His son, Richie, had been diagnosed with brain cancer. Smith, a UTD alumnus with a master’s degree in computer science, said he had noticed a change in his son’s tumor, which had been benign based on the symptoms present. “I actually,…
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Chinese films, calligraphy showcased in culture week
Confucius Center leads in promoting Chinese cultural awareness on campus Chinese Culture Week showcased Chinese calligraphy, karaoke, lectures and Chinese films from Nov. 17-21. “The (Confucius Institute) holds the Chinese Culture Week every year, sometimes focused on a specific theme, sometimes diversified. We expect around 40 students to attend each of these events, the more,…
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