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CAMPUS: TAMIU study highlights hurdles for electric tractor-trailers at border

25Nov

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CAMPUS: TAMIU study highlights hurdles for electric tractor-trailers at border

CAMPUS: TAMIU study highlights hurdles for electric tractor-trailers at border By Ivana RodriguezBridge contributing writerPublished Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025 The future of cross-border trade at the world’s busiest land port could depend on how quickly the transportation industry transitions to cleaner vehicles, but experts say significant obstacles stand in the way. Texas A&M International University’s Texas Center for Border Economic and Enterprise Development Director Daniel Covarrubias said research on the transition to zero-emission transportation shows both opportunities and barriers. Sean Jimenez | BridgeTractor-trailers drive by the Mile 13 marker on Interstate 35 in Laredo, Texas, on Nov. 18, 2025. “Electric vehicles are zero emission, natural gas tractor-trailers ...

FEATURE: New terrorism studies book co-authored by TAMIU professor

19Nov

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FEATURE: New terrorism studies book co-authored by TAMIU professor

FEATURE: New terrorism studies book co-authored by TAMIU professor By David Medina Jr.Bridge contributing writerPublished Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2025 A Texas A&M International University professor joined forces with a Sam Houston University professor to expose terrorism. TAMIU Associate Professor of criminal justice Huseyin Cinoglu and Sam Houston University Professor Mitchel Roth collaborated to co-author a new book on terrorism studies. The Oct. 1 publication seeks to shine a light on a subject often difficult to understand, given the amount of pre-existing information. Sean Jimenez | BridgeAssociate Professor of criminal justice Huseyin Cinoglu poses with his new book Typologies of Terrorist Organizations in his office on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. Early on, the authors o...

29Oct

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NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee schedules meeting for Nov. 4 for budget review

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee schedules meeting for Nov. 4 for budget review From Staff ReportsPublished Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 TAMIU's Student Fee Advisory Committee slated a meeting for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, in Student Center Room 230 for a budget review and to discuss its funds. The meeting is open to the Texas A&M International University student body. SFAC advises the TAMIU administration on the type, amount and expenditures of compulsory fees under Texas Education Code Section 54.5031 for student service fees. Interested persons may contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Engagement via email at engage@tamiu.edu for additional information.

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 ...

FEATURES: TAMIU community welcomes President Christopher Maynard

21Oct

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FEATURES: TAMIU community welcomes President Christopher Maynard

FEATURES: TAMIU community welcomes President Christopher Maynard By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025 As TAMIU’s Fall 2025 semester neared midterms, it also welcomed the new President Christopher Maynard on Oct. 2, 2025. When speaking to faculty, staff or others, Maynard is not shy about sharing his journey, experiences and priorities as the new Texas A&M International University president. Maynard’s journey to the presidency began without that initial idea in mind. Jesus Chaires | BridgeNew TAMIU President Christopher Maynard poses for a photo at the Student Center Ballroom on Sept. 18, 2025, during an early campus visit. He assumed his presidential duties on Oct. 2. “When I started looking … I was actually not looking to apply for a presidency ...

CAMPUS: Construction results in traffic delays at University entrance

20Oct

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CAMPUS: Construction results in traffic delays at University entrance

CAMPUS: Construction results in traffic delays at University entrance By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 At the start of the Fall 2025 semester, construction at the main entrance created traffic for students. By October, those traffic complications have nearly returned to normal. The construction began in early July and continued until late September. Associate Vice President of Finance and Administration Trevor Liddle said he sees this construction as an opportunity for Texas A&M International University. Sean Jimenez | Bridge Texas Department of Transportation construction slows down peak traffic hours on Sept. 7, 2025, near the main campus entrance. “It’s an exciting time for TAMIU and for all of Laredo,” Liddle said. “And, for TAMIU to be ab...

EDUCATION: New education dean joins TAMIU

20Oct

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EDUCATION: New education dean joins TAMIU

EDUCATION: New education dean joins TAMIU By Xavier DiazBridge contributing writerPublished Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 The University welcomed a new dean to the College of Education this semester. His arrival marks a new chapter for one of Texas A&M International University’s colleges. New Dean of Education Alfredo Ramirez started visiting classrooms and meeting with students and faculty early in the semester. He said he is eager to get to know the community. Sean Jimenez | BridgeDean of the College of Education Alfredo Ramirez poses for a portrait in his office on Sept. 25, 2025. “[We’re looking into] providing faculty with more financial resources because faculty need money to be able to travel to do research,” Ramirez said. “So, I am trying to come up with a dean’s innova...

9Oct

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NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Oct. 21 for budget review, discussion on SFAC funds

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Oct. 21 for budget review, discussion on SFAC funds From Staff ReportsPublished Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 TAMIU's Student Fee Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the Western Hemispheric Trade Center Room 116 for a budget review and a discussion on SFAC funds. The meeting is open to the Texas A&M International University student body. SFAC advises the TAMIU administration on the type, amount and expenditures of compulsory fees under Texas Education Code Section 54.5031 for student service fees. Interested persons may contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Engagement via email at engage@tamiu.edu for additional information.

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...

18Sep

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NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Sept. 23 for referendum discussion

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee sets meeting for Sept. 23 for referendum discussion From Staff ReportsPublished Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 TAMIU's Student Fee Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting for 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, in Student Center Room 224 for a referendum discussion. The meeting is open to the Texas A&M International University student body. SFAC advises the administration on the type, amount and expenditure of compulsory fees under Texas Education Code Section 54.5031 for student service fees.

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