Dear University community,
- Stay vigilant! See our COVID-19 testing here and our ongoing campus Response.
- 2020 graduates and 2021 candidates for graduation…thanks for your response to our online survey on Commencement Ceremonies scheduled May 14 – 15. We’ll be sharing our final plans this week, so check your email and social media.
- Congratulations to Dr. Aaron Olivas of our College of Arts & Humanities. He’s been selected as a recipient of the Laredo Chamber of Commerce’s School Bell Award.
- Our Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society has a new scholarship. Find out more and apply.
- I hope you take time to experience the artistic talents of TAMIU senior art students who have mounted a virtual display exhibit of their work, fittingly called “6 Feet Apart.”
- Considering a graduate degree in the education field? We’ve got a new Curriculum and Instruction degree that includes an Ed Tech Specialization sure to strengthen your classroom reach through technology.
- Do you know any former students wanting to complete their degree journey? Let them know about our Closer Than Ever program. It provides financial assistance to get them back on track.
- TAMIU employees: the nomination form is now available for the 2021 Outstanding Employee Service Awards. Please submit by 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2021. And don’t forget…TAMIU Enrichment Day is coming. Find out how you can support our annual professional and personal growth day here.
Make the week ahead great Dustdevils!
- Pablo Arenaz, Ph.D., President
TAMIU’S ‘Closer Than Ever' Program Focuses On Financial Assistance for Former Students
TAMIU's 'Closer Than Ever' program helps former students realize they can still conclude their degree journey… and often in less time than they think. And TAMIU says there’s millions of ways it can help this happen this Summer and Fall.
TAMIU’S Senior Art Exhibit '6 Feet Apart' Now On Virtual Display
6 Feet Apart, a virtual, month-long exhibition of TAMIU senior art students is now online. The virtual exhibit showcases the artwork of a unique group of TAMIU art students. They are unique in that they had many new obstacles to overcome and challenges to face in the pursuit of their art education during this global pandemic. These students did not put their dreams on hold but instead worked within these new limitations.
New TAMIU ED Tech Specialization Offers Graduate Degree Tightly Focused on Post-Pandemic Future
Just as the Pandemic elevated technology’s role as a strategic partner in education, trained educators with an Ed Tech Specialization will be the change agents to lead long-term sustainability and innovation in the classroom.
“Whether you’re a leader in the classroom, working in school administration, someone looking to transition into a curriculum specialist role, or a parent delivering homeschooling, this program will help you learn how to create and deliver effective and engaging lessons for all students in a virtual environment.”
- Dr. James O'Meara, TAMIU College of Education dean
TAMIU Hosts Car Parade for High School Seniors
We're inviting graduating high school seniors to our upcoming Future Dustdevil Car Parade! Join us for an evening of food, music and giveaways.
TAMIU’S Dr. Aaron Olivas Named One of 12 Laredo Chamber of Commerce School Bell Award Winners
TAMIU associate professor of History Dr. Aaron Olivas has been named one of this year’s 12 Laredo Chamber of Commerce School Bell Award winners. The distinction is presented annually to educators selected by their peers for their performance in and out of the classroom.
TAMIU Joins Dr. Cigarroa, Commissioner Tijerina at Webb CO. LULAC 2021 Orgullo Latino Legacy Award Ceremony
A virtually streamed awards ceremony recognizing the recipients of the second annual Webb County LULAC annual Orgullo Latino Legacy Award is happening Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 6 p.m.
Upcoming Events
- Trailblazers Legacy Night | Monday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m.: Learn More
- Ring Day | Tuesday, April 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Learn More
- Late Night Curbside Breakfast | Tuesday, May 4 at 8 p.m.: Learn More
- Final Exams | Wednesday, May 5 - Tuesday, May 11: Learn More