Former Texas Comptroller John Sharp has been officially named chancellor of the Texas A&M University System. “I am truly honored and humbled to have the opportunity to lead this great university system,” says Sharp, a 1972 graduate of Texas A&M…

Humanities, Social Sciences & Arts Dr. Sal Attardo was named dean of the College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Art. Prior to his appointment, Attardo served as interim dean and department head of literature and languages. Attardo will oversee the…

by Sara De La Rosa  |  Photo by Jared Horn Texas A&M University-Commerce welcomed a new residence hall to the southwest corner of campus this fall, the first step toward transforming the on-campus community. “We want to create an environment…

With an honest smile, a penchant for storytelling and tireless zeal, Congressman Ralph Hall represents all that is good in Washington D.C. There's no one I'd rather work for in Washington D.C.,” said Dee Duncan, Hall's executive assistant. “Congressman Hall…

The Foundation Board welcomed seven new members during the 2010-11 academic year who will help lead the foundation in its fundraising and stewardship efforts. Together, they hope to ensure that the university supports its students in a way that exceeds…

On a recent trip to Washington, I had the opportunity to visit Congressman Ralph Hall, our long-serving representative for the Fourth Congressional District. About halfway through our very pleasant conversation, the congressman leaned forward in his chair and said in…

Teaching was never a goal for Dr. Edgar Manton, A&M – Commerce Regents professor of business administration and management information systems. He would have been satisfied with a life-long career at NASA. As the chief of the Planning and Technical…

Throughout the year, our development team is blessed with opportunities to visit with students, alumni and friends of the university. With each visit, we become increasingly aware of how this university has impacted each of you, and how it continues…

At Texas A&M University-Commerce, giving back in big and small ways is a way of life on campus-especially for the 48 percent of faculty and staff that are proud to call themselves Bridge Builders. For Michael Taylor, assistant custodial supervisor,…

The Faculty Senate presented awards to faculty members April 15, including three new awards for faculty exemplifying the values represented by Professor Mayo's creed: “ceaseless industry, fearless investigation, unfettered thought.” According to Dr. LaVelle Hendricks, Faculty Senate president, the awards…

Andy Kroll, Kappa Sigma Brothers Raise Funds for Memorial Scholarship Andy Kroll, an Honors College senior, along with his Kappa Sigma fraternity brothers raised $2,600 last fall in memory of Malorie Elise Bullock, an A&M – Commerce student who died…

Faculty, staff, students, and community members gathered together this spring for the 2011 Relay for Life. This annual event spurred creative fundraising activities throughout campus including bake sales, holiday grams and kiss-a-pig contests. All funds were donated to the American…

Students from The East Texan and the radio and television program competed March 30 through April 2 in Fort Worth for the 2011 Texas Intercollegiate Press Association (TIPA) spring convention. The East Texan competes in Division 3 of the newspaper…

Eight A&M-Commerce students received the Buddie and Debby Barnes Scholarship for Industrial Engineering and Technology at the College of Business and Technology awards banquet this spring. Left to right, back row: Dr. Hal Langford, dean of the College of Business…

When you get a call, don't hang up; catch up! The Office of Annual Programs has implemented a full-time student calling program-Mane Messengers. Mane Messengers are our very own students working evenings and weekends to call our alumni, answer questions…

Student athletes were honored for their outstanding accomplishments on and off the field during the 2010-2011 season. The Lib Huggins Most Outstanding Female Athlete Award recipient was Mattilyn McIntyer of the women's basketball team. Marcus Graham, a running back for…

As a Regents Scholar, an aspiring teacher and a midfielder on the Lions soccer team, Brittni Ong has proven herself as a goal-getter. A Fort Worth, Texas native, Brittni's knack for achieving goals began when she was an energetic 4-year-old…

Four years of hard work have finally paid off for 21 Honors College students who graduated May 14. Although seven Honors College students graduated early, these students represent the first full cohort to graduate since the Honors College began in…

Eleven members of the A&M– Commerce orientation staff received multiple honors at the Region IV National Orientation Directors Association Conference February 18-20 in College Station. Adria Green received the Student Leadership Award and Hollie Smith received the Outstanding Advisor/Director Award.…

A&M-Commerce accounting students achieved a pass rate of 56.82 percent on the CPA exam in 2010, making the university's program No. 8 in Texas for schools with more than 25 students attempting the exam. By comparison, CPA pass rates at…