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NEWS: VP candidates meet TAMIU students, faculty
1May By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Academia, News, On Campus

NEWS: VP candidates meet TAMIU students, faculty

NEWS: VP candidates meet TAMIU students, faculty By Veronica A. MataBridge Staff WriterPublished Friday, May 1, 2026 To determine the next vice president for institutional advancement, TAMIU hosted three open forums, giving each candidate an opportunity to introduce themselves to the public. The open forums took place from April 14 to April 16 in the Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center, Room 101. The vice presidential candidates included Javier “Jay” Zambrano, Cristian A. Murdock and Amy Armstrong. On April 16, people gathered from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. to meet Armstrong. During the session, she was interviewed by Vice President for Student Engagement Rosalinda Garcia. Courtesy TAMIU Public RelationsAmy Armstrong, vice president candidate Courtesy TAMIU Public Relati...
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ESPORTS: TAMIU hosts first-ever scholastic esports event
27Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Esports, Sports

ESPORTS: TAMIU hosts first-ever scholastic esports event

ESPORTS: TAMIU hosts first-ever scholastic esports event By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Monday, April 27, 2026 After being in the works for approximately six to eight weeks, on Saturday, April 18, Texas A&M International University Recreational Sports hosted its first-ever high school esports invitational.  What began with a United High School coach who reached out and gathered all of the United Independent School District teams together for a conference, later inviting Lared Independent School District, ended with a community of nerves, excitement and cheers between competitors, coaches, parents and watchers. Kaily Olivo | BridgeDr. Leo Cigarroa High School senior Alfredo Cardenas, right, competes in a game of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Nintendo Switch duri...
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SPORTS: TAMIU Spirit program takes 2nd twice at nationals
21Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Cheerleading, Dance Team, Sports

SPORTS: TAMIU Spirit program takes 2nd twice at nationals

SPORTS: TAMIU Spirit program takes 2nd twice at nationals By Kimberly ManningBridge contributing writerPublished Tuesday, April 21, 2026 As Texas A&M International University cheer and dance teams recently returned from their national competition in Florida, they brought back two 2nd-place honors. The NCA NDA Championship was April 8 to 11 at Daytona Beach where they competed with 13 Division II Spirit teams. Reaching the second-highest score in TAMIU Spirit program history, both athletes and coaches said this season was led with a renewed focus on unity, mental strength, performance consistency and, most of all, resilience. Courtesy TAMIU Sports Information/Christina GallegosMembers of TAMIU Spirit perform a dance routine during the national competition April 8 to 10 in Da...
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SPORTS: FEATURE: Senior golfer leads TAMIU in Lone Star Conference Championship
14Apr By Staff/Guest1 Comment
Features, Sports, Women's Golf

SPORTS: FEATURE: Senior golfer leads TAMIU in Lone Star Conference Championship

SPORTS: FEATURE: Senior golfer leads TAMIU in Lone Star Conference Championship By Margot AmayaBridge Staff WriterPublished Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Building a steady name for herself, one Dustdevils women’s golf team member moved into a senior leadership role this year. Most recently, she led the team in the Lone Star Conference Championship in Rockwall, Texas, on April 14, where she finished 20th overall with a total of 10 over par, collecting three birdies over three rounds (76/75/74 = 225).  Texas A&M International University senior Margret Nyamukondiwa joined the Dustdevils two years ago after attending Western Texas Junior College in Snyder for two years. Even in her childhood, the Harare, Zimbabwe, native loved the sport. Courtesy TAMIU Sports InformationTAMIU se...
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EDUCATION: College of Education focuses on shaping future teachers at TAMIU
14Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Academia, Education, Features

EDUCATION: College of Education focuses on shaping future teachers at TAMIU

EDUCATION: College of Education focuses on shaping future teachers at TAMIU By Xavier DiazBridge contributing writerPublished Tuesday, March 17, 2026 The College of Education at Texas A&M International University continues to play a key role in preparing the next generation of teachers and education leaders across South Texas. With the growing demand for qualified educators, the college’s programs and faculty work to meet the needs of schools and communities throughout the region. This effort includes early childhood, bilingual education, special education and educational leadership programs within the College of Education. Many who complete these programs end up teaching in local districts or proceed into graduate studies. Sean Jimenez | BridgeDean of Education Alfredo Ram...
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NEWS: Student shaping space: Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium reopens to enhance campus experiences 
7Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
News, On Campus, Science and Tech

NEWS: Student shaping space: Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium reopens to enhance campus experiences 

NEWS: Student shaping space: Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium reopens to enhance campus experiences  By Dilean MendezBridge Staff InternPublished Tuesday, April 7, 2026 A new chapter at the University began with the reopening of the Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium, bringing updated and new learning opportunities for students and the community. The now-modernized Planetarium offers new ways to experience education beyond the traditional classroom setting. The renovation centers around the Sonia and Memo Benavides Immersive Theater, which now features upgraded projection systems, improved lighting and seating for nearly 90 people. The project was made possible through the support of the Benavideses, whose contribution helped modernize one of Texas A&M International Universit...
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EDUCATION: Nursing students offer variety of health presentations
7Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Education, Health, On Campus

EDUCATION: Nursing students offer variety of health presentations

EDUCATION: Nursing students offer variety of health presentations By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Before spring break, first-semester nursing students gave mental health presentations and second-semester nursing students presented their health fair presentations at Texas A&M International University. This two-day event ranged in topics from burnout, stress and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder to energy drinks and caffeine awareness, travel health and sun safety. Clinical Assistant Professor of nursing Adan Sanchez said awareness of these educational concepts was not only limited to spring break, but is information students and the community can carry along. Kaily Olivo | BridgeParticipants at the sleep hygiene booth Claudia Rodriguez, c...
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CAMPUS: Students meet mentors, matriarch at networking event
1Apr By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Business, On Campus

CAMPUS: Students meet mentors, matriarch at networking event

CAMPUS: Students meet mentors, matriarch at networking event By Cynthia TorresBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Entrepreneurs, first responders and various local Laredo business owners joined Texas A&M International University to help students establish networking connections. This networking event was open to all majors as they visited with representatives from businesses, such as Slimerella Slime Shop, Laredo Police Department, Texas Community Bank and Tacolare. As students signed in and entered, they began with a 30-minute grace period to connect with mentors before the event began.Once the event began, students were in line to speak with mentors for 10 minutes. Students connected and asked questions from their mentors pertaining to their field and exper...
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CAMPUS: TAMIU renames Student Counseling Services to Kate Marmion Counseling Center
1Apr By Staff/Guest1 Comment
Health, News, On Campus

CAMPUS: TAMIU renames Student Counseling Services to Kate Marmion Counseling Center

CAMPUS: TAMIU renames Student Counseling Services to Kate Marmion Counseling Center By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Texas A&M International University’s Student Counseling Services, located in the Student Center, underwent a name change to the Kate Marmion Counseling Center. This renaming was possible through a $2 million donation by the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation. Vice President for Student Engagement Rosalinda Garcia began the ceremony by recognizing the foundation’s gift to TAMIU. Kaily Olivo | BridgeRosabel Ramos, left, Rosalinda Garcia, center, and TAMIU President Christopher Maynard unveil the renamed Kate Marmion Counseling Center in the Student Center on March 5, 2026. “... TAMIU was blessed last year when a wonderful set o...
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OPINION: International mission on display with Holi event
31Mar By Staff/Guest1 Comment
In Our View, International Studies, Opinion

OPINION: International mission on display with Holi event

OPINION: International mission on display with Holi event By Juan Antonio Molina Jr.Bridge Staff WriterPublished Tuesday, March 31, 2026 As a campus freshman, I’m constantly looking for fun events to attend. From the Spring 2026 cultural events like Lunar New Year to the Fall 2025 school-spirit events like Maroon Madness, there are several notables. Being involved in the community, alongside my fellow students, is important to me. This is why when I heard of the Holi event on campus, I made sure to check my schedule and invited friends to attend. As a history major, I was naturally interested in the meaning of Holi but I wanted to see for myself and form my own perspective of the festival before relying on a quick internet search for my information. Juan Antonio Molina Jr. M...
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