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ARTS: Seats open: Zero
25Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Life & Arts, On Campus

ARTS: Seats open: Zero

ARTS: Seats open: Zero By Joseph A. RamirezBridge contributing writerPublished Friday, April 25, 2025 The University allows art students to express their creativity, but due to its small size, it can strain both faculty and students. Due to space, a professor cannot fit more than 15 seats per room in a standard art class or 12 students in advanced courses. “In a photography class, there are only eight enlargers for exactly eight students,” Director of the Fine Arts Program and Associate Professor of art Jesse Shaw explains. “So the seats can be unavailable quickly.” Grisseth Ortiz | BridgeUnidentifed TAMIU art students work on a project during class on April 30. “With the number of [students] we have, we do need bigger rooms,” Visiting Instructional Assistant Professor Sa...
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SPORTS: TAMIU softball season features standout players
25Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Softball, Sports

SPORTS: TAMIU softball season features standout players

Two on deck SPORTS: TAMIU softball season features standout players By Aaliyah McMillanBridge contributing writerPublished Thursday, April 24, 2025 TAMIU’s softball team heads toward the end of another season, fueled by dedication, teamwork and standout performances. Among the roster, two players—third baseman Queenandra Dunn and pitcher Zakayia Fredrick—emerged as key figures, bringing talent, leadership and determination to the Dustdevils. Texas A&M International University’s softball program works on a reputation of resilience and competitiveness. With a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent, the team strives for a strong end to its season in Lone Star Conference play. Sean Jimenez | BridgeSoftball players Queenandra Dunn, left, and Zakayia Fredrick pose for a phot...
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CAMPUS: Graffiti Wall encourages experiential learning
24Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Features, On Campus

CAMPUS: Graffiti Wall encourages experiential learning

CAMPUS: Graffiti Wall encourages experiential learning By Amanda AguirreBridge contributing writerPublished Thursday, April 24, 2025 The Graffiti Wall was a unique event that caught the eyes of passersby. It included a table with papers that offered the question, “Why is experiential learning important?” The provided colorful Sharpies gave students a chance to write their answers. A board near the table allowed students to thumb-tack the papers showing their answers. After this, they received a unique sticker of an owl wearing a graduation hat and a shirt that reads, “TAMIU LEARN.” Joey Hernandez | TAMIU Public RelationsExperiential learning in action during the Graffiti Wall campus event on Feb. 24. Event director Cihtlalli Perez, who holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees i...
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CAMPUS: TAMIU Police Department receives certificate recognizing reaccreditation
23Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Law and Justice, News, On Campus

CAMPUS: TAMIU Police Department receives certificate recognizing reaccreditation

CAMPUS: TAMIU Police Department receives certificate recognizing reaccreditation By David PerezBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 23, 2025 TAMIU’s Police Department achieved recertification of its accreditation by the Texas Police Chiefs Association. This would be the second time for UPD, after receiving its first accreditation in 2021. The significance of the accreditation signifies that the agency follows sufficient law enforcement standards. TPCA sets a total of 173 standards to meet The Best Practices in Law Enforcement accreditation, which examines an agency’s protocols for use of force, protection of individual rights, pursuit, property and evidence management. The accreditation was administered on Feb. 6 and is effective for four years through 2029. Grisseth O...
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CAMPUS: Protestors let their voices be heard on campus
23Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Civil Affairs, International Affairs, News, On Campus

CAMPUS: Protestors let their voices be heard on campus

CAMPUS: Protestors let their voices be heard on campus By Isabella Karyme EquivelBridge contributing writerPublished Wednesday, April 23, 2025 An array of protests against mass deportation and immigration policy opened the eyes of many. As a border city, Laredo is affected, and many in the city fear for their life and safety. Texas A&M International University’s chapter of the Phi Iota Alpha fraternity inspired a chain of organizations to participate in a rally to voice its concerns on immigration policies. It is the oldest Latino fraternity in the world, commonly known as Phiota/Phiotas. The current president of the TAMIU chapter is Rodolfo Rendon. Sean Jimenez | BridgeTAMIU students and Laredo community members protest against the reversal of DEI and the threat of mass de...
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CAMPUS: Music students react to arrest of former mariachi professor
17Apr By Staff/Guest1 Comment
News, On Campus

CAMPUS: Music students react to arrest of former mariachi professor

CAMPUS: Music students react to arrest of former mariachi professor By Marissa ContrerasEditor-in-ChiefPublished Wednesday, April 16, 2025 A once beloved campus professor now faces charges after allegedly distributing child pornography on the dark web, according to FBI and court records. Back on Dec. 1, Carlos Jobany Castaneda Lechuga, 36, a former Texas A&M International University mariachi professor, had his home raided by the FBI, after receiving a tip about child pornography being distributed online with children as young as 6. File Photo | BridgeFormer faculty member and Mariachi director Carlos Castaneda speaks before a performance on campus in this April 6. 2024, file photo. The FBI received a tip about what appeared to be an older adult, who they identified as Le...
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SPORTS: Austin Spurs take down OKC Blue
16Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Men's Basketball, Sports

SPORTS: Austin Spurs take down OKC Blue

SPORTS: Austin Spurs take down OKC Blue By Kaily OlivoAssistant Sports Editorand Rodrigro RendonBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 16, 2025 After an intense and competitive game, the Austin Spurs pulled out the win against the Oklahoma City Blue with a 116-98 final score. For the Sames Auto Arena game, the Spurs donned Laredo jerseys to support the local community. In the beginning of the first quarter on March 1, the Spurs held an aggressive offensive game plan, but could not capitalize on their opportunities giving the lead to the OKC Blue. After a messy turnover by the OKC Blue, Spurs guard Jamaree Bouyae took advantage and tied the score, picking up momentum for the Spurs. Sean Jimenez | BridgeAustin Spurs' Ibrahima Diallo, right, looks on as Johnson Loga reaches...
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CAMPUS: Bridge Exclusive: Cowboy tells his side
16Apr By Staff/Guest1 Comment
Law and Justice, News, On Campus

CAMPUS: Bridge Exclusive: Cowboy tells his side

CAMPUS: Bridge Exclusive: Cowboy tells his side TAMIU student speaks on alleged harassment, University court cases By Kaily OlivoAssistant Sports EditorPublished Tuesday, April 15, 2025 [Editor’s Note: The Bridge was unaware until part way through the interview when student Edwin Torres admitted he was not allowed on campus by TAMIU’s University Police, due to a criminal-trespass warning, at the time of the Spring 2025 interview at The Bridge’s office, PLG 220. The Bridge attempted to interview Torres virtually, but he insisted on an in-person interview. The Bridge would also like to make it clear that our staff does not condone any form of harassment. If students believe they are being harassed, they should file an anonymous complaint on TAMIU’s online reporting system called Rep...
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EDUCATION: Laredo Public Health collaborates with TAMIU engineering students
15Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Education, On Campus, Science and Tech

EDUCATION: Laredo Public Health collaborates with TAMIU engineering students

EDUCATION: Laredo Public Health collaborates with TAMIU engineering students By Alyssa MedinaAssistant EditorPublished Tuesday, April 15, 2025 This spring, software engineering students partnered with the City of Laredo Public Health Department to create software solutions for real-world community issues. Texas A&M International University Associate Professor of computer science and engineering Mustafa Al Lail examined the initial objective of the year-long software development projects for the course. From his prior teaching experience at another university, he recalls the efforts of his former students who worked alongside professional IT companies for his course then. Continuing this effort, he chose to carry forward the same goal to encourage his TAMIU students to particip...
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CAMPUS: TAMIU alumnus leads University plant operations
15Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
News, On Campus

CAMPUS: TAMIU alumnus leads University plant operations

CAMPUS: TAMIU alumnus leads University plant operations By Alyssa MedinaAssistant EditorPublished Tuesday, April 15, 2025 TAMIU alumnus Rolando Martinez recently received an appointment to oversee the campus mechanical and electrical equipment, the general upkeep of the HVAC. “When I graduated in 2018, I wanted to take the first opportunity that came along,” Martinez recalled. “My career took me to Dallas, San Antonio and now I’m back home.” Submitted PhotoTAMIU alumnus Rolando Martinez leads campus plant operations. After graduating from the software engineering program at Texas A&M International University, his career evolved over time from engineering at United Parcel Service to providing equipment maintenance for data centers at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. He pu...
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