Networking
A number of alumni groups and networks have been in existence for years, largely as social organizations. Some of these organizations may have their own websites, in which case links are provided.
The following groups usually meet as shown below. Call or email contact person to confirm schedule. To add or update a listing, contact us.
Austin Alumni Lunch
Annual reunion on 1st Monday in December at Rudy’s BBQ on 183. Open to all former TIers in Austin area. Mailing list at TI_Alum@googlegroups.com. Contact Marian Justiss at marian.justiss@gmail.com or 512-576-1619. Or you can also contact Katie Barrett at Katie1Barrett@gmail.com or (512) 970-5264.
Ex-GSIers
11:30 am, 2nd Wednesday, lunch at Tino’s Too, 2201 K Ave., Plano. Contact Martha Hamilton at fourfromtexas@verizon.net or 214-405-1681.
Ex-TI Network
Shares job opportunities and other networking information with former TI’ers who are not yet retired from the workforce. Comprised of professionals who have found “life after TI,” this group helps former TIers stay connected professionally. Contact: Joan Nichols at or 214-543-2546 j.nichols4@yahoo.com.
Houston Alumni Association
We are an informal TI alumni gathering. We meet on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 11:00 am at a restaurant in the area not too far from the old TI-Stafford plant. The lunch moves around, so you will need to email Tarry at tljackson1961@gmail.com to let him know that you are coming, and to find out the location for that month. Tarry needs to know how many people are attending so that he can arrange seating together. All ex-TI’ers and friends are welcome to attend. Hope to see you there! You can also check out our website at https://www.tihaa.org.
Sponsored by TIAA for use as an open forum by former TIers who want to stay connected with the TI family. List owner Tom Boedecker, http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=139468.
Texins Dive Club
The Texins Dive Club is a social organization whose members enjoy and promote SCUBA diving. Our club was founded in 1958 – making it the oldest dive club in Texas. Membership is open to anyone and guests are welcome. Join us at a club meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of each month except January and October (6:00 pm social hour, 7 pm meeting) at Norma’s Cafe, 605 W. 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075. For information contact us at tdcec@texinsdiveclub.com or visit our website at 
www.texinsdiveclub.com
FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER ONLY we meet for a cookout at Cottonwood Park located at 1301 W Belt Line Rd, Richardson, TX 75080.
TI Design Automation (TIDA)
11:15 am. luncheon on 2nd Wednesday of each quarter (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct) at Spring Creek Barbeque, 270 North Central Expy., TI personnel, retired or otherwise, from DAD and all other electrical, mechanical and software Design Automation development or support departments worldwide. Meet just inside the entrance at 11:15 am. Lunch at 11:30 am. Contact Kate Rose at kwrshield-tiaa@yahoo.com or 972-754-9449 for information or to join the email distribution list.
TI-Vets
1:00 – 3:00 pm, 1st Monday, meeting at Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Rd., Richardson. Contact Gaynel Lockhart, gandjlockhart@gmail.com or (972) 235-8029.
TIAA Breakfast Club
The TI Alumni Association is pleased to invite All TI retirees, TIAA members and their spouses to our monthly breakfast on the 3rd Friday of the month at 9:30 am. We will meet at Poor Richards café at 2442 Avenue K in Plano TX (972-423-1524). Come join us for a fun-filled time to socialize with friends you knew at TI and to have a filling breakfast that Poor Richards Café is known for. We have a reserved a space at the rear of the restaurant just for TIAA members so we hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Stewart, jessicastewart8099@att.net