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CAMPUS: Bridge Exclusive: Cowboy tells his side
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...
EDUCATION: Laredo Public Health collaborates with TAMIU engineering students
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...
CAMPUS: TAMIU alumnus leads University plant operations
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...
CAMPUS: Greek pantheon inhabits TAMIU Fashion Show
Entertainment, Features, Life & Arts, On Campus

CAMPUS: Greek pantheon inhabits TAMIU Fashion Show

CAMPUS: Greek pantheon inhabits TAMIU Fashion Show By David PerezBridge Staff WriterPublished Tuesday, April 15, 2025 The TAMIU Fashion Society held its third annual Fashion Show in the second-floor Ballroom at the Student Center. Many guests attended, including alumni who showed up in support of friends who modeled in the show. Guests were curious to see the March 21 interpretation of Greek mythology through contemporary fashion, including Texas A&M International University student Karen Morales. AJ Reyes | Special to The BridgeAlejandra Chavez poses for photos during TAMIU's Greek-mythology-themed 2025 Fashion Show in the Student Center Ballroom on March 21. Her outfit is based on the Greek mythological figure Nephele. “I want to see a little bit of a union of a story ...
CAMPUS: City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU opens
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CAMPUS: City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU opens

CAMPUS: City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU opens By Kaily OlivoAssistant Sports EditorPublished Wednesday, April 9, 2025 After five years of ongoing construction for the tennis courts, TAMIU welcomed the Laredo tennis courts on Thursday, Jan. 30.  With the help of Texas A&M International University Athletics Director Griz Zimmermann, Laredo Tennis Association President Tina Treviño, Tennis Director Jaime Donjuan and many other supporting individuals, the City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU came to life. For Zimmermann, with 12 years at TAMIU, this was an exciting development. Sean Jimenez | BridgeLaredo Tennis Association President Tina Treviño, left, reacts as she cuts the ribbon for the grand opening of the City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU on Jan. 30....
EDUCATION: Multimedia lab offers new opportunities for communication majors
Academia, Education, On Campus

EDUCATION: Multimedia lab offers new opportunities for communication majors

EDUCATION: Multimedia lab offers new opportunities for communication majors By Alyssa MedinaBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Communication program students are in their second semester of utilizing one of the newest labs on campus. In August 2024, a multimedia lab opened to advance students’ hands-on experience and practical skills. Associate Professor of digital media and graphic design Analee Paz said technology is a large component of students’ connections to the world, and the opportunity for a grant-funded lab for multimedia courses introduces students to new media studies and technology. Jessica Arellano | BridgeRows of new Apple Mac M3 computers are the centerpiece for a communication program multimedia lab, located on the third floor of the Academic...
EDUCATION: New QEP introduces experiential learning in action
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EDUCATION: New QEP introduces experiential learning in action

EDUCATION: New QEP introduces experiential learning in action By Alyssa MedinaBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Quality Enhancement Planning Director Cihtlalli G. Perez exhibits a new program for TAMIU’s accreditation process, which emphasizes experiential learning opportunities intended to enhance student learning. “A new QEP is selected every 10 years and the topic focuses on students’ success and the University decides this is what we’re investing in [for] the next 10 years,” Perez said. Daniel A. GonzalezLecturer The primary component of the plan goes through an accreditation process to provide hands-on learning and reflection opportunities to meet students’ fundamental need to expand practical skills. In 2022, institutional feedback from students and...
NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee meeting slated for March 25 to review preliminary budget
Finance, News, On Campus

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee meeting slated for March 25 to review preliminary budget

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee meeting slated for March 25 to review preliminary budget From Staff ReportsPublished Thursday, March 20, 2025 TAMIU's Student Fee Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting at 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, in Student Center Room 231 to discuss the review of its preliminary budget. 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.
NEWS BRIEF: Ceramics Workshop slated for Friday
Life & Arts, On Campus

NEWS BRIEF: Ceramics Workshop slated for Friday

From Staff ReportsPublished Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 Students can learn more about the art of ceramics during a Ceramics Workshop scheduled for this Friday. The Ceramics Workshop, presented by Mariana Ruvalcaba Cruz, includes an alternative finish process demo, "Playful Expressions: Capturing the Essence of Hands" in the medium of bisque clay and acrylics. The event, which is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Room 125, is open to ceramics studio arts students, with sign up available for other studio art students as space allows. Interested students may reach out to Eva Soliz at Marisa.soliz@tamiu.edu or by calling (956) 326-2654 to register.
NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee schedules meeting to discuss its available funds
Finance, News, On Campus

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee schedules meeting to discuss its available funds

NEWS BRIEF: Student Fee Advisory Committee schedules meeting to discuss its available funds From Staff ReportsPublished Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 TAMIU's Student Fee Advisory Committee scheduled a meeting at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, in Student Center Room 231 to to discuss funds available in the SFAC's account. The meeting is open to the 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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