EMPOWER YOUR FUTURE AT UT AUSTIN THIS SUMMER

Join us on campus for an exclusive first look into Summer Discovery’s transformational pre-college program

Looking to get a taste of college life this summer? Want to kickstart a fulfi lling career path? Join us for an

unforgettable evening on UT Austin’s campus with Aaron Gower, the Director of UT Austin’s summer program,

and get a glimpse into what the program has to off er. During the event, you’ll have the chance to hear from

Shaden Powell, a seasoned psychology instructor whose work focuses on the intersection of anxiety and

mindfulness practices. Powell will give a mini-lecture on what to expect from this year’s curriculum. Plus, hear from

Jeff D epew, a former admissions c ounselor at S outhwestern University, who will s hare insights o n h ow s ummer

experiences can transform your college application and prepare you for a dynamic career. Come and get excited

about your future with us at UT Austin!

Featured Course:

Foundations of Psychology

Ready to dive deep into the human experience? Join us for a thrilling journey into the world of social, cognitive,

and emotional psychology. In this course, we’ll explore the factors that shape the way we think, act, and

relate to others. Drawing on both classical psychological theories and the latest research, we’ll uncover the

underlying forces that drive our reality. From analyzing social dynamics to understanding the intricacies of

human emotions, you’ll understand just what makes us tick. So, get ready to stretch your mind and face your

own psychology!

SPEAKERS

Shaden Powell

Meet Shaden Powell: a dynamic and passionate educator

who loves nothing more than creating a stimulating

environment for students to share ideas and perspectives.

With extensive experience leading workshops on cognitive

learning and mindfulness practices, as well as facilitating

mental health therapy groups in diverse settings, Shaden

is a gifted instructor with a knack for inspiring curious

students. Her expertise extends to a range of university

courses, including Introduction to Psychology, Foundations

of Counseling, and Psychological Methods and Statistics.

Join Shaden on a journey of exploration and discovery as

she shares her wealth of knowledge and gives a sneak peek

of what you can expect at Summer Discovery UT Austin.

Jeff Depew

Meet Jeff Depew: a seasoned admissions expert with a

passion for building long-lasting relationships with students.

As a former admissions counselor at Southwestern

University, Jeff knows what it takes to recruit and inspire

top-tier talent. But Jeff ’s expertise doesn’t end there –

he’s also a seasoned educator, having taught elementary

students in Round Rock, Texas. Jeff ’s drive for adventure

and staying active is just as impressive as his career

accomplishments. He’s hiked Half Dome in Yosemite,

snorkeled the Great Barrier Reef, and loves road-tripping

and hiking. In fact, he’s even run a sub-3-hour marathon!

Jeff will let you in on some of the best-kept tips and tricks

to nailing your college applications and how Summer

Discovery will help you in that process!