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EDUCATION: Professors say organization, dedication necessary for nursing hopefuls

17Feb

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EDUCATION: Professors say organization, dedication necessary for nursing hopefuls

EDUCATION: Professors say organization, dedication necessary for nursing hopefuls By Ivana RodriguezBridge contributing writerPublished Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026 Between simulation labs, clinical rotations and long study hours, Texas A&M International University nursing students experience a workload comparable to a full-time job. Two TAMIU nursing professors emphasized that dedication, organization and resilience are essential for students navigating one of the most demanding academic paths on campus. Sean Jimenez | BridgeClinical Assistant Professor Angelica M. Michelangeli teaches a class of nursing students in the Academic Innovation Center on Feb. 11, 2026. “We tell students, if you can afford not to work, don’t,” Clinical Assistant Professor Jessie Mena said. “I...

EDUCATION: TAMIU hires new College of Nursing dean

23Oct

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EDUCATION: TAMIU hires new College of Nursing dean

EDUCATION: TAMIU hires new College of Nursing dean By Jose Ruben MartinezBridge contributing writerPublished Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025 Elda G. Ramirez joined TAMIU this Fall as the new dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, indicating a new phase for the program. This appointment is described as a “full-circle moment” for the Laredo-born leader who began the position in August 2025 at Texas A&M International University. Sean Jimenez | BridgeDean of Nursing and Health Sciences Elda G. Ramirez poses in front of TAMIU's Acequia Fountain on Sept. 15, 2025. Ramirez's nursing journey began in her hometown, Laredo, where she volunteered at Mercy Hospital. “Once I had that experience in my life, I already knew what to do,” Ramirez said. By age 21, she completed ...

NEWS: New building, expansion move toward completion

9Oct

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NEWS: New building, expansion move toward completion

NEWS: New building, expansion move toward completion By Juan Miguel MartinezBridge Contributing WriterPublished Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 Approaching an expected completion date of Spring 2026, TAMIU’s current building construction phase is nearly at an end. The new infrastructure for the 300-acre campus includes the Health Sciences Education and Research Center and an expansion to the Western Hemispheric Trade Center. Formally announced during an April 5, 2024, groundbreaking with a total two-project budget of $71.2 million, partially funded through the Capital Construction Assistance Project, construction has continued for the past year or so on both Texas A&M International University buildings. Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration Trevor Liddle said the comp...

HEALTH: Contraceptives, reproductive health care available for college students

23Sep

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HEALTH: Contraceptives, reproductive health care available for college students

HEALTH: Contraceptives, reproductive health care available for college students By Alyssa ArreolaBridge contributing writerPublished Tuesday, Sept. 2025 Both activists and medical professionals express how access to contraceptives is important for TAMIU students. Student Health Services Director Claudia Beltran said the University offers these services for students. Back on June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that overturned Roe v. Wade, reversing the constitutional right to abortion and returning authority to individual states to regulate or ban the procedure. The Roe v. Wade ruling previously protected the right to an abortion for nearly 50 years. Sean Jimenez | BridgeDirector of Student Health Services Claud...

CAMPUS: SafeZone aims to improve campus safety

11Sep

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CAMPUS: SafeZone aims to improve campus safety

CAMPUS: SafeZone aims to improve campus safety By Amanda AguirreBridge contributing writerPublished Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025 A recently created campus app called SafeZone offers public safety features for students and others at TAMIU. Not many are aware of the app, which is being promoted by the Texas A&M International University Police Department. SafeZone is designed to be an easily accessible app for students or others to use in the case of an emergency, non-emergency or medical assistance. With the click of a button, someone can assist the user quickly. Sidney Ledezma | Bridge Photo IllustrationA TAMIU student uses the SafeZone App on campus on Sept. 8, 2025, in this photo illustration. TAMIU PD Chief Cordelia Perez said, “Not many students use the app because not m...

2Sep

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NEWS BRIEF: TAMIU SEAS announces V-A-R session schedule for Fall 2025

NEWS BRIEF: TAMIU SEAS announces V-A-R session schedule for Fall 2025 From Staff ReportsPublished Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025 TAMIU Student Emotional and Academic Success announces V-A-R sessions for September, October and November. The first session is slated for 3 to 3:45 p.m. on Sept. 18 at Student Center Room 230 for students, faculty and staff. The poster for the sessions reads, "Improve your ability to help someone struggling with mental health issues learn how to listen and respond to individuals in a helpful way." The October session is slated for 3 to 3:45 p.m. on Oct. 16 in STC 230. The November session is set for 3 to 3:45 p.m. on Nov. 13 in Bob Bullock Hall Room 224. These sessions are funded by the Department of Education and the TAMIU SEAS Grant. Interested pers...

2Sep

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NEWS BRIEF: TAMIU Community Counseling Center offers painting sessions on Sept. 11

NEWS BRIEF: TAMIU Community Counseling Center offers painting sessions on Sept. 11 From Staff ReportsPublished Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025 The TAMIU Community Counseling Center is set to offer Creative Coping painting sessions on Sept. 11. The event sets aside two separate sessions, both at the same time: 3 to 4:20 p.m.—one for students and the other for faculty and staff—in Student Center Room 231. The event's posters read, "Enjoy step-by-step guidance as you create a beautiful painting you can take home." Registration is free for students, faculty and staff. All supplies are provided, according to the event posters. Interested persons may contact the TAMIU Community Counseling Center at (956) 326-3120 for additional information.

CAMPUS: TAMIU expands with $71.2 million in construction

19Nov

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CAMPUS: TAMIU expands with $71.2 million in construction

CAMPUS: TAMIU expands with $71.2 million in construction By Jorge GarciaBridge Contributing WriterPublished Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 TAMIU is building $71.2 million in new construction for a new Health Sciences Education and Research Center, as well as to expand the Western Hemispheric Trade Center. This investment and growth for the campus are among the biggest projects Texas A&M International University is currently undertaking. Cris Cordova | BridgeAn unidentified construction worker stands atop girders during construction on Oct. 30 for the Western Hemispheric Trade Center expansion. Recently named Interim President Juan Castillo, who until recently served as the vice president for finance and administration, remains one of the administrators who oversees these constru...

CAMPUS: Counselor presents importance of counseling to students

14Nov

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CAMPUS: Counselor presents importance of counseling to students

CAMPUS: Counselor presents importance of counseling to students By Carolina MarquezBridge Contributing WriterPublished Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 Originally announced as an information event for Mental Health Awareness Week, a counselor’s presentation turned into a personal one. Master of Arts licensed professional counselor Jonathan P. Serna spoke on Sept. 27 in the Texas A&M International University Student Center. Serna introduced the idea of counseling from a culture-rich environment perspective. “We Hispanics, most times we don’t think of counseling,” Serna said. “This is not something that’s ingrained in our community. If we actually hesitate to go to the doctor, much less are we gonna go to a counselor.” He said factors that delay a person from attending can include ...

CAMPUS: TAMIU promotes consent in a fun way

5Nov

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CAMPUS: TAMIU promotes consent in a fun way

CAMPUS: TAMIU promotes consent in a fun way By Celeste Aimee RodriguezBridge Contributing WriterPublished Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 With an intent to provide information and resources regarding student safety, the University Compliance office offered a variety of Consent Week events. Director of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Lorissa Cortez invited school organizations to participate in Consent Week at Texas A&M International University to help promote healthy relationships. Navigating relationships safely is one of the core focuses of the week-long event offered each semester. Cortez also serves as the Title IX coordinator and themed Consent Week like a high school pep rally. “We want to be more approachable so we always say that we deal with very serious topics, but ...

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