Stories by Ryan Scott
Region’s Premier Agricultural Education Facility ‘The Spur Expo’ Officially Opens at East Texas A&M
East Texas A&M University is transforming agricultural education in Northeast Texas with the opening of “The Spur Expo,” a brand-new multipurpose agricultural educational facility and arena located just south of the main campus in Commerce, Texas.
ETAMU Adds Elite King Ranch Cattle to University Herd
ETAMU’s cattle herd got a significant upgrade recently as the university accepted delivery of 30 American Cruz heifers from the King Ranch elite herd.
Historic Ferguson Building at ETAMU Celebrates 100 Years
ETAMU is home to many historic structures, but none can rival the legacy of the Ferguson Social Sciences Building, which celebrates its 100-year anniversary today, Jan. 16, 2026.
East Texas A&M Celebrating Fall 2025 Graduating Class Across Five Ceremonies
The class of 2025 at East Texas A&M University will soon be dismissed for the last time when fall commencement ceremonies take place on Friday, Dec. 12, and Saturday, Dec. 13 at the university Field House.
Home of the Lions: Memorial Stadium Celebrates 75 Years of History, Success
East Texas A&M University celebrated the 75th anniversary of Memorial Stadium in Fall 2025, highlighting its successes and memorable moments.
Support That Matters: Lion Food Pantry and Lion Wardrobe Continue to Grow Their Impact
The Lion Food Pantry and Lion Wardrobe are two student-centered resources making a powerful difference in the lives of hundreds of students each week.
ETAMU Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes at 35th Annual Veterans Vigil
One of East Texas A&M University’s longest-running traditions returns this fall with the 35th installment of the Veterans Vigil.
It’s a Girl! ‘Rita’ Gives Birth to First Calf to Kickstart ETAMU’s Registered Angus Herd
A new four-legged bundle of joy appeared at the East Texas A&M University Farm last week, as “Rita,” the university’s recently purchased Angus cow, gave birth to a healthy calf.
Growing the Future: How ETAMU Faculty Aim to Transform Urban Agriculture Through Hydroponics
Inside the greenhouses at East Texas A&M University, a new kind of farming is taking shape, one that doesn't require soil, takes up only a fraction of the space and could help feed the growing cities of tomorrow.
Big Changes Sprouting Up at University’s Twin Oaks Farm
The upcoming academic year should be an eventful one at East Texas A&M University’s Twin Oaks Farm for Experiential Learning, with several new crops and opportunities for education and community engagement taking root.
More Than 700 Lions Receiving Their Degrees This Weekend
The newest crop of East Texas A&M University alums will graduate at commencement ceremonies held on August 8 and 9 at the university Field House in Commerce, Texas.
Pair of Honors College Students Gain Valuable Knowledge Through Research, Internship
Two students in the Honors College at East Texas A&M University have gained valuable experience and insights through a transformative internship at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico.
Rylee George Wrangles College Rodeo Finals Championship for ETAMU
East Texas A&M University cowgirl Rylee George joined the ranks of Lion champions after capturing a national title in the Breakaway Roping event at the 2025 CNFR.
Leading with Purpose: ETAMU’s Estefania Olivas Gearing Up for Second Term as Student Body President
Current SGA President Estefania Olivas is taking the role in stride as she enters her second term in the 2025-26 academic year.
Five Lion Riders Qualify for 2025 College National Finals Rodeo
Five ETAMU Rodeo Team members will travel west to compete at the 2025 College National Finals Rodeo, scheduled for June 15-21 in Casper, Wyo.
ETAMU’s Adult Learners Benefit from Professors’ Real-World Experiences
Several ETAMU faculty members in CID use their distinctive personal and professional competencies to help shape their programs into standout academic experiences.
Student Premieres Original Mass Composition at Choral Concert
An undergraduate ETAMU music student directed the university's Chamber Choir while they performed his self-composed Mass during a recent choral concert at the Jack and Lou Finney Concert Hall.
‘Rita’ Joins the College of Ag to Launch Registered Angus Herd
A new four-legged celebrity has arrived at the East Texas A&M University Farm as the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources prepares to launch its own Angus beef program.
ETAMU’s Fuseini Anchors Ghana to World Champs Qualification
ETAMU sprinter Ibrahim Fuseini anchored the Ghanaian Men's 4x100 relay team and earned qualification for the World Outdoor Athletics Championships.
Esports Club’s Gold Team Reaches NECC ‘Smash Ultimate’ Nationals
The East Texas A&M Esports Club's Gold team achieved its highest-ever finish after reaching the national tournament for the NECC "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" Spring 2025 season.
ETAMU to Celebrate Largest Graduating Class of All Time on May 9 & 10
More than 1,600 East Texas A&M University students are poised to break a record as the largest graduating class in the 135+ year history of the university at commencement ceremonies scheduled for Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10.
Newest Regents Professor Honored at Annual Convocation
East Texas A&M University Regents Professor of Music Dr. Brian Zator was officially recognized for his outstanding achievement at the university's annual Spring convocation.
East Texas A&M to Establish Regional Hub for Agricultural Education with New Multipurpose Training Center
East Texas A&M University is set to become a major destination for agricultural education, thanks to a new Agricultural Education Multipurpose & Training Center currently under construction.
East Texas A&M University Breaks Ground on Buffalo Wild Wings, a New Hub for Lion Fans
East Texas A&M University is gearing up for a game-changing addition with a brand-new Buffalo Wild Wings set to open in fall 2025.
ETAMU Student Entrepreneur Unveils Beauty Product Vending Machine on Campus
East Texas A&M University students don’t have as far to go in search of beauty products, thanks to the work of a fellow student with an entrepreneurial mindset.
College of Business Earns Reaffirmation of Accreditation from AACSB
The East Texas A&M University College of Business has successfully renewed its accreditation with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Regents Professor Dr. Augustine ‘Chuck’ Arize Retiring After 37 Years of Service
After approaching four decades of teaching Lion students, Dr. Augustine “Chuck” Arize has announced his retirement from East Texas A&M University.
ETAMU Boasts Two Event Winners at Annual Home Rodeo
The East Texas A&M Rodeo Team had two individual event winners at its 6th annual home rodeo.
ETAMU Hosting Annual Home Rodeo in Sulphur Springs for 6th Year
ETAMU's 6th annual home rodeo will be held on Friday, January 31 and Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Hopkins County Civic Center.
ETAMU Music Faculty Named A&M System Regents Professor
Dr. Brian Zator, East Texas A&M University professor of music and percussion director, was recently named a Texas A&M University System Regents Professor for the 2023-24 fiscal year.
Mariachi Ensemble Brings New Sounds to A&M-Commerce
A new cultural experience has emerged at Texas A&M University-Commerce as the Mariachi Ensemble looks to wow audiences with performances of traditional Mexican music.
TAMUC Honoring Those Who Served at 34th Annual Veterans Vigil
This year's annual installment features guest speaker U.S. Navy Chief Gunnersmate Vic Tornero (Ret.)
‘Live! From Lion Country’ A&M-Commerce Homecoming Week Set for Oct. 14-19
Get your best western attire ready, as “Live! From Lion Country” Homecoming Week is set for October 14-19 at Texas A&M University-Commerce.
A&M-Commerce Faculty Named Prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar
TAMUC Assistant Professor Eralda Lameborshi, Ph.D., received the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award.
KETR Expands Its Offerings with New Spanish-Language HD Channel
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Spanish speakers in Northeast Texas may now tune in to a new station for music, news and more with 88.9 KETR-FM's addition of a new HD radio channel.
KETR added programming for a new HD3…
KETR Expande y Ofrece un Nuevo Canal de Alta Definición (HD) en español
Parlantes de Español en el Noreste de Texas pueden sintonizar a una nueva estación de radio para escuchar música, noticias, y mucho más con 88.9 KETR-FM una adición de un nuevo canal de alta Definición.
KETR aumento programar un nuevo…
TAMUC Employee Honored with AMA’s ‘Marketing Maverick’ Award
A Texas A&M University-Commerce employee and alum was recently honored with the “Marketing Maverick” award by the American Marketing Association's Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter (AMA).
Yazan Kakish, the director of marketing and communications for the A&M-Commerce College of Business, was given…
TAMUC’s Profili Captures Team Roping Championship at College National Finals Rodeo
Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo Team member Kaden Profili highlighted the Lions' success at the 2024 College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) with a National Championship victory in the Team Roping event.
Profili, a senior majoring in agricultural science and technology from…
Attendees Dazzled by ‘Totality Over Commerce’
A large crowd witnessed the experience of a lifetime as they gathered at Memorial Stadium on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce for the “Totality Over Commerce” Total Solar Eclipse watch party on April 8, 2024.
Open to the public,…
Texas A&M-Commerce Breaks Ground on New Agricultural Multipurpose Center, Gamebird Research Center
Texas A&M University-Commerce conducted a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, March 18 to begin construction of a new Agricultural Multipurpose Education & Training Center and a gamebird research center, both located on State Highway 24 south of Commerce.
The $45 million,…
Documentary Produced by TAMUC Faculty Member Premiering at SXSW Film Festival
A documentary chronicling the life of Liz Carpenter that is associate produced by Texas A&M University-Commerce Distinguished Professor Dr. Jessica Brannon-Wranosky is set for its screen debut at the prestigious South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival, scheduled for March 8-16…
TAMUC Faculty Member Named One of Top 15 Black Economists in U.S. Higher Education
Dr. Augustine “Chuck” Arize, Texas A&M University-Commerce Regents Professor, was recently named one of the top Black economists in academe in an article published in the Review of Black Political Economy, a peer-reviewed journal that bills itself as the leading…
A&M-Commerce Staff Member Receives Emmy Award for Musical Compositions
A staff member at Texas A&M University-Commerce was honored with an Emmy Award from the Rocky Mountain Southwest chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
Taylor Mefford, who works as manager of videography in the Office of…
A&M-Commerce Elevating Music Education with New School of Music Designation
The Texas A&M University-Commerce Department of Music is elevating its status to become the School of Music, effective September 1, 2024.
Approval to change the department's designation was granted by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) in January 2024.…
Not Just a Game: TAMUC Esports Club Impresses with Early Success and Substantial Growth
It's no secret that video gaming has exploded in popularity since its early days. Likewise, the Esports Club at Texas A&M University-Commerce has experienced rapid growth and success in its first semester of existence, with even more growth expected.
Esports,…
A&M-Commerce Offers Free Tax Filing Services Through IRS VITA Program
The College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce is simplifying the tax filing process for many Northeast Texas residents with its renewed participation in a federal assistance program.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is a grant-funded initiative from…
TAMUC Agriculture Professor Named A&M System Regents Professor for 2023-24
Texas A&M University-Commerce Professor of Horticulture Dr. Derald Harp was recently honored as a Texas A&M University System Regents Professor.
The A&M System Board of Regents announced their selections for Regents Professors and Regents Fellows at their regular meeting on…
TAMUC Venture College Partners with Global Silicon Valley for Entrepreneurial Education
The Venture College, an entrepreneurship training and development program at Texas A&M University-Commerce, has recently partnered with Global Silicon Valley (GSV) to provide educational resources for aspiring student entrepreneurs.
Housed within the College of Business, Venture College is open to…
TAMUC Honoring Those Who Served at 33rd Annual Veterans Vigil
Texas A&M University-Commerce continues its commitment to honoring our nation's veterans with the 33rd annual Veterans Vigil, scheduled for November 9 on the A&M-Commerce campus. The community is welcome, and local veterans and their families are encouraged to attend.
Veterans…
World Champion Boxer Roberto Durán Meets with University Community at A&M-Commerce Event
A legend in the world of boxing, Roberto Durán made a special appearance at Texas A&M University-Commerce on Tuesday, October 10. The former World Champion engaged with students, faculty and staff through a series of special events.
Durán, known as…
A&M-Commerce and A&M AgriLife Research Partner for New Professor Hire
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) at Texas A&M University-Commerce has partnered with Texas A&M AgriLife Research to hire a faculty member to teach and conduct research in the field of agronomy.
Dr. Grace Flusche Ogden was…
KETR Completes Upgrades, Now Available in HD with New Second Channel
Following an extensive upgrade project, 88.9 KETR-FM has added two digital high-definition broadcast channels for listeners in Northeast Texas.
Billed by General Manager Jerrod Knight as “the most significant upgrade to KETR's broadcast apparatus since the station was powered up…
A&M-Commerce’s Pearson Honored with TAMUS Veteran Support Award
A Texas A&M University-Commerce staff member was recently honored with an award celebrating his commitment to serving student veterans.
Dustin Pearson, veteran services manager at A&M-Commerce, received the 2022-23 Faculty/Staff Veteran Support Excellence Award from The Texas A&M University System.…
Henry’s National Title Highlights A&M-Commerce Success at National Rodeo
For the second year in a row, a member of the Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo team captured a national championship at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in Casper, Wyo.
Kincade Henry repeated as the National Champion in the men's…
TAMUC Rodeo Sending Nine to Compete at College National Finals Rodeo
Nine members of the Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo Team will travel to Wyoming to compete in the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR), scheduled for June 11-17, 2023.
The top two men’s and women’s teams, as well as the top three…
TAMUC Faculty Win Grant Award for Digital Privacy Lab on Campus
A collective featuring two Texas A&M University-Commerce faculty members is the recipient of a monetary award that will be used to establish a digital rhetorical privacy lab on the university campus.
Dr. Charles Woods and Dr. Gavin Johnson, both assistant…
A&M-Commerce Chooses New Deans for Two Colleges
Dr. Andrea Graham and Dr. Raymond Green were recently chosen as the new deans of the College of Science and Engineering (COSE) and the College of Education and Human Services (COEHS), respectively, at Texas A&M University-Commerce.
Both were serving as…
TAMUC Students Showcase Their Work at Annual Juried Art Exhibition
Students majoring in Art at Texas A&M University-Commerce put their work on display to be judged by a guest artist as part of the annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.
The students' submissions were judged by Dr. Elizabeth Ranieri, a visiting…
A&M-Commerce Rodeo Team Grabs Pair of Wins at Home Event
The Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo Team secured two victories in individual events at the fourth annual A&M-Commerce rodeo, held on Feb. 3 and 4 at the Hopkins County Civic Center in Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Rylee George and Trevor Kernick took…
One Big Lion Family: Four Relatives Attend TAMUC at the Same Time
Texas A&M University-Commerce prides itself on creating an atmosphere where Lions feel like family. Currently, a quartet of university students share the Lion family dynamic more literally than most.
Husband Jacob Cuevas, wife Hermila Cuevas, daughter Angelica Cuevas and niece…
A&M-Commerce Continues Tradition with 32nd Annual Veterans Vigil
Texas A&M University-Commerce is continuing its tradition of honoring our nation's veterans at the 32nd annual Veterans Vigil, scheduled for November 11, 2022, on the A&M-Commerce campus.
The theme of this year's event is “Forged in Sacrifice,” and the featured…
Several TAMUC Alumni Selected for Agriculture Teacher Hall of Fame
More than a dozen alumni of Texas A&M University-Commerce have been recognized for their contributions to agriculture education with their enshrinement into the Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas (ATAT) Hall of Fame.
The ATAT was established in 1940 to promote…
A&M-Commerce Opening New Jimmy John’s in NHS Building
A new Jimmy John's location is slated to open on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce. The location will replace the Sandella's sandwich shop in the Nursing and Health Sciences Building.
This will be a full-service location honoring gift cards,…
New A&M-Commerce Animal Welfare Judging Team Hoping to Build on Early Success
Animal welfare judging has emerged as one of the newest ways for Texas A&M University-Commerce students to pursue their interest in animal science. The A&M-Commerce Animal Welfare Judging Team has already experienced success in its first year at the university.…
Lehrmann’s National Titles Highlight National Finals Rodeo for A&M-Commerce
Two individual national championships highlighted the efforts of the Texas A&M University-Commerce rodeo team as they competed at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in Casper, Wyoming, from June 8-18.
Seven members of the A&M-Commerce team qualified for the competition,…
A&M-Commerce College of Business Signs Agreements with Pair of Bangladeshi Universities
The College of Business at Texas A&M University-Commerce signed agreements with two universities in Bangladesh which allows for the seamless transfer of credits for international students seeking an American education.
Memorandums of understanding were signed in April with BRAC University…
A&M-Commerce Student Changing Lives with Youth Football Team
A student at Texas A&M University-Commerce is helping to develop tomorrow's leaders both on and off the football field with his very own youth football team.
Calbert “CJ” Cannon is a senior student at A&M-Commerce on track to graduate this…
TAMUC Looking to Revolutionize Gamebird Research at New Ag Facility
Texas A&M University-Commerce is poised to become a national leader in gamebird research with the future completion of the proposed agricultural education complex.
Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp expressed optimism for the potential of the complex's facilities that…
TAMUC Faculty Matt Wood Named A&M System Regents Professor
The Texas A&M University System recently announced the recipients of the prestigious Regents Professor distinction, and Texas A&M University-Commerce Professor of Physics and Astronomy Matt Wood, Ph.D., joined 11 others system-wide to receive this honor.
The A&M System Board of…
TAMUC to Honor Veterans at 31st Annual Veterans Vigil
Texas A&M University-Commerce will continue its storied tradition of honoring our nation's veterans by hosting the 31st Annual Veterans Vigil. The event is scheduled for November 12, and the theme is “The Forever Oath.”
Brigadier General Mike H. McClendon (Ret.)…
Texas Legislature Approves Nearly $45 Million to Fund Construction of New Agricultural Education Complex at TAMUC
A bill that includes almost $45 million in funding for the construction of an agricultural education complex at Texas A&M University-Commerce passed to the Governor's desk on Tuesday.
Senate Bill 52, which was filed on October 12 during the third…
TAMUC Hosting Annual Viewing of Manhattan Short Film Festival
The Texas A&M University-Commerce Department of Literature and Languages will restart its yearly tradition of hosting a viewing of the Manhattan Short Film Festival on Sept. 29.
The festival is unique in that, instead of a touring event that travels…
TAMUC Providing Unique, Protected Technology Solutions Through Dell Partnership
Students, faculty and staff at Texas A&M University-Commerce can have peace of mind when searching for computers for school, thanks to a recent partnership with Dell Technologies.
The partnership provides the A&M-Commerce university community with significant discounts on certain Dell…
A&M-Commerce Department of Music Makes History as All-Steinway ‘Spirio’ School
The public profile of the Department of Music at Texas A&M University-Commerce is getting a big boost, giving students the opportunity to study piano with some of the most advanced technology in the industry thanks to the recent designation of…
TAMUC Alum Making Waves in Cybersecurity as an Industry Leader
A Texas A&M University-Commerce alum is gaining serious recognition in the world of cybersecurity, and was recently named an industry leader by a national publication.
Earlier this year, Heather Gantt-Evans was named one of Security Magazine's Top Cybersecurity Leaders for…
A&M-Commerce’s New Director of International Programs Excited to Return to TAMUC
Texas A&M University-Commerce welcomes a new Director for the Office of International Programs, and she couldn't be more excited to return to the campus that she previously called home.
Priyangana Risal will assume the directorship effective May 1. She comes…
TAMUC Integrating Effective ‘Life Design’ Courses Into Freshman Curriculum
The College of Innovation and Design at Texas A&M University-Commerce seeks to build on a foundation of “Life Design” courses to create a student body that can adapt to challenges and succeed in adult life regardless of career or vocation.…
Former TAMUC CFO Becomes ‘Lion for Life’ with Emeritus Honor
A ceremony was held on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce on Jan. 26 in recognition of Lion alum and former Chief Financial Officer Alicia Currin, who was recently honored with an Emeritus distinction by the Texas A&M University System…
A&M-Commerce Offering New Degree in Sustainable Agriculture
In 2020, Texas A&M University-Commerce received approval from the Texas A&M University System and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems.
This makes A&M-Commerce only the second university…
A&M-Commerce ‘Cans It to COVID’ With Food Drive for University Food Pantry
More than 2,000 pounds of food was given to the Lion Food Pantry at Texas A&M University-Commerce as part of the “Can it to COVID” food drive.
The Lion Food Pantry assists A&M-Commerce students who are experiencing food insecurity by…
A&M-Commerce’s ‘Testing Kitchen’ Live Series Bringing Something New to the Table
The College of Innovation and Design and the Department of Health and Human Performance at Texas A&M University-Commerce are teaming up to provide cooking expertise to college students with the new “Testing Kitchen” live series.
On the third Tuesday of…
A&M-Commerce Alum Named Texas Teacher of the Year
Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Eric Hale made history after being named Texas Teacher of the Year by the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) and Texas Association of School Boards (TASB).
The announcement came September 30 during the annual TASA/TASB…
Dr. Mario Hayek Appointed Dean of A&M-Commerce College of Business
Texas A&M University-Commerce President Mark Rudin announced that Dr. Mario Hayek has been appointed as the new dean of the university's College of Business. Hayek has been serving as the college's interim dean since March 2020.
Rudin had high praise…
A&M-Commerce Experiencing Success with Vital Quail Translocation Effort
With Texas’ native Bobwhite Quail population down for another quail season, the path to a more sustainable quail population in Texas is underway thanks to efforts by The Quail Research Laboratory at Texas A&M University-Commerce.
The final report for the…
Denton County Sheriff Graduates from A&M-Commerce Competency-Based Criminal Justice Program and Fulfills Family Promise
The sheriff of one of the most populous counties in Texas was able to complete his bachelor's degree at his own pace and fulfill a decades-old promise he made to his mother, thanks to the Online Competency-Based Criminal Justice Program…
A&M-Commerce Expects “Super Baldy” Beef Cattle Breeding Program to Move the University Herd in the Right Direction
The Texas A&M University-Commerce cow herd has seen a new addition as the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is working to introduce a new focus for the breeding program.
The college expects the “Super Baldy” cow to add…
A&M-Commerce student hopes to impress at Miss Agriculture Queen pageant
A Texas A&M University-Commerce student is making a push for a title crown. Madison Wynne was chosen to represent Hunt County in the state-level Miss United States Agriculture Queen pageant in December.
Wynne, a sophomore from Garland, Texas majoring in…
A&M-Commerce Rodeo Teams Finish 1st, 22nd in the Nation
Hot on the heels of hosting its first home event, the Texas A&M University-Commerce men's and women's rodeo teams have experienced a lot of success lately.
But with the cancellation of the rest of the college rodeo season due to…
A&M-Commerce Public Health Alumni Making an Impact in Fight Against COVID-19
While the world fights the COVID-19 pandemic in many different ways, former Texas A&M University-Commerce public health students are helping their communities on the front lines and gaining first-hand experience in their fields.
Edward Monroy is a 2019 graduate from…
Generous Donations Help Kickstart A&M-Commerce Equine Breeding Program
A breeding program for the Equine Studies field at Texas A&M University-Commerce is now possible thanks to the donation of both a stud and mare to the university in the last year.
In February the College of Agricultural Sciences and…
A&M-Commerce student goes for wild ride in unique honors thesis
Who says a thesis needs to be a standard research paper? One student at Texas A&M University-Commerce undertook one of the most unique honors thesis ideas in recent memory, documenting her entire journey from adopting a wild mustang, earning its…
A&M-Commerce men’s basketball team making a difference in child’s life through Team IMPACT
Emerson DePaz, a
local 9-year-old, is officially a Lion after joining the Texas A&M
University-Commerce men's basketball team through a partnership with Team
IMPACT, a national nonprofit organization.
Team IMPACT, a
Massachusetts-based organization, connects children with serious or chronic
illnesses…
A&M-Commerce creates tuition-free path for GISD students with Greenville Pledge
Most Greenville High School graduates will be able to attend Texas A&M University-Commerce without paying a dime in tuition costs, thanks to a new agreement between Greenville ISD and the university.
The Greenville Pledge program ensures that students whose parents…
Animal therapy group helps A&M-Commerce students cope with crises
A special group of
pets and their owners have dedicated hours of their time over the last month lending
helping paws to students in need at Texas A&M University-Commerce.
The group, which consists of six dogs and one cat, was…
Area students compete at annual National History Day competition at A&M-Commerce
More than 100 high school students from across the region gathered on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce on February 21 for the annual National History Day regional competition.
Held each year at
the university, this was the first time…
A&M-Commerce Rodeo Team Hosting First Home Rodeo in History of Program
The rodeo team at Texas A&M University-Commerce will put its best boot forward as it prepares to host the first home rodeo in the nearly six-year history of the program.
The rodeo will take place on February 21-22 at the…
A&M-Commerce Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Tyler ISD
Texas A&M University-Commerce President Dr. Mark Rudin joined Tyler Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Marty Crawford at a special ceremony on January 22 at the state-of-the-art Tyler ISD Career and Technology Center to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between…
A&M-Commerce Meat Judging Team Named Grand Champion at National Contest
The Meat Judging team at Texas A&M University-Commerce took home the Grand Champion prize from the National Western Intercollegiate Meat Judging Contest held in Denver, Colorado on January 19-20 in its first year of competition.
A&M-Commerce
beat nine other teams…
Dr. Fred Fuentes to Shine a Light on LAMP at Harvard Presentation
Dr. Fred Fuentes, executive director for enrollment management at A&M-Commerce, will present “Borders, Bridges and Bad Hombres: The stereotypes and realities of being LatinX in 2020” at the National Diversity in Leadership Conference in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His presentation will be…
College of Innovation and Design and Venture College at A&M-Commerce Making a Difference Early On
They have only been around for less than a year, but the College of Innovation and Design and its associated offering, Venture College, have been making great strides toward student success.
Started in Fall
2019, the CID combines facets of…