The university's art students are adding a little more beauty to a few of the walls in downtown Commerce. Through a partnership between the university, the City of Commerce and the Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, downtown Commerce will receive three…

“Never appear taller than your date.” “You're fat.” “Do what you can to keep your husband happy…” These were just a few of the visceral statements artist Libby Rowe uses in her performance piece, “Pearls of Wisdom.” As part of…

Spring of 2014 the university hosted its first Puppet Festival, a 90-minute show featuring live puppet performances interspersed with video of puppet performances from earlier in the semester. The show, which was the brainchild of Kelly Switzer, assistant professor in…

The competition for the editorial internship program with Southwest Airlines is intense. With 28,000 others vying for a spot, A&M-Commerce senior Sydni Walker rose to the challenge. She participated in the program over the spring semester, beginning in January. Professor…

Vivian Tomlinson is right at home in a classroom. Addressing a room full of graduate students eager to hear her advice about the job market and interviewing, Tomlinson places both hands on the front desk, leans forward, takes a pause,…

“The first class I never slept in was a photography class,” Alumni Ambassador Erin Trieb tells an enraptured standing-room-only audience in the Hall of Languages. Trieb talks about flipping through John Loengard's “Life Photographers: What They Saw” and knowing that…

By Eric Gruver and Hayley Hasik The East Texas War and Memory Project (ETWMP) is proud to announce a major financial contribution from retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Chris Adams.  Adams, an alumnus of Texas A&M University-Commerce, recently donated $10,000…

An engaging, lively and yet profound speaker, Dr. Carroll gave two lectures on campus: first she addressed an audience of A&M-Commerce students from the Gender Studies program and later she presented the plenary talk at the Model Arab League. Her…

The Doctor Who Society of A&M-Commerce has been very busy. Faculty advisor Jeffrey Herndon of the department of political science and members of the DWS collected and donated more than 400 cans of food and dry goods to the food…

The College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts offers undergraduates the chance to minor in gender studies. The classes that may be applied to the minor can cover a wide variety of topics concerning gender, women's studies and sexuality. One…

Researchers in the fields of linguistics, communication and literature gathered at A&M-Commerce at Rockwall on February 21-23 to share their work. The conference included traditional speaker presentations, poster sessions and symposia responding to this year's conference theme “Intercultural and Cross-Cultural…

Professor Leigh Merrill's work is currently on display at two exhibitions: “In Addition Two” at the Museum of Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, and “Trace” at SCA Contemporary in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “In Addition Two” is a group show…

Rutgers University professor Richard Miller poses a question to his audience of literature and languages students and faculty members: “In a world of superabundant information, how do we train students to engage in this world?” By “this world,” he means…

A&M-Commerce's Literature and Languages Department welcomed two southern writers as part of the author series initiated by Department Head Hunter Hayes last year. Novelist Michael Farris Smith and poet R. Flowers Rivera read from their works and chatted with students…

“My grandmother took me out into a field to paint bluebonnets,” alumna and decorated artist Jo Ann Durham tells me as I follow her into her studio. “My grandmother is the one who got me started. All of this is…

When Louis Lufkin, Program Coordinator for the M.S. in Applied Criminology set up his first class final exam crime scene in 2010, he knew he was onto something. “The students were excited to be working with all of the latest…

It's rare to find someone willing and able to give up an organ to save your life. It's even rarer when that person is your husband. A&M-Commerce alumna, Tiffany Mathias Peek was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease in 2010. She…

A&M-Commerce and its Department of Art recognized award-winning artist and alumna Jo Ann Durham with a reception in her honor on Nov. 2. The event, which was a part of the university's 2013 Homecoming festivities, took place in the President's…

The Texas A&M University-Commerce Alumni Association will be hosting two receptions for alumni in coming weeks. The first will be for alumni living in Hopkins County on November 9 from 1:30-4:00 p.m. to take place at the Alumni Center on…

This year's Royal Roar was a great success and the Office of Advancement wishes to thank everyone for their profound support. This event boomed with 340 tickets sold (a 50% increase over last year!), a 200% increase in table sponsorships,…

Chris Ramos worked with me in the Writing Center my first summer here at the university. He was always the first to volunteer to tutor a student. That's just who he is: the guy always willing to help out. When…

Texas A&M University-Commerce's Office of Career Development is now accepting donations for the Career Closet. The Career Development Office would like to use the Career Closet to aid currently enrolled students or alumni with any professional dress needs. Whether it…

The 2013 Veteran's Vigil will be held November 6 and 7 at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Beginning on Wednesday at 9:30 am in the Rayburn Student Center Conference Room, a vigil flame will be lit and will continuously burn until it…

Our Liberal Studies major is one of the fastest growing of the college. I asked Dr. Donna Dunbar-Odom, head of Liberal Studies, what might be contributing to that popularity. “It's probably the most flexible degree we offer. It allows students…

In the West Dallas branch of the Dallas Public Library system, students are learning English. The neighborhood is largely comprised of Latino immigrants, and in this instance both parents and kids are in class — right across the hallway —…

Congressman Ralph Hall finalized the donation of his personal papers and memorabilia to Texas A&M University-Commerce today in a signing ceremony with President Dan R. Jones at the A&M-Commerce at Rockwall facility.  Others taking part in the signing included Randy…

L-3 Mission Integration donated 12 iMac computers to the Texas A&M University-Commerce Computer Science Department on May 9. “We've done things we wouldn't be able to without the help of L-3,” said President Dan Jones. “It's a wonderful partnership.” The…

Marty Marsh Jacobs, an alumnus of Texas A&M University-Commerce and a counselor in the university's Counseling Center, donated her family's military letters to the East Texas War and Memory Project on April 26.…

An East Texas Boy Makes a Big City Difference With a colorful professional and personal story, as well as an unparalleled devotion to service, Fred Allen has become an iconic mentor and friend to some of the most powerful men…

A Professor’s Influence, A Parent’s Love Dr. Debra Nelson is a powerhouse. After a superlative career in education with roles as a teacher, principal, and the upper echelon of administration, she is now the Deputy Superintendent of Curriculum Development for…

Sam Walker is an icon on and off the court to students, athletes, coaches and fans from all over this region. Coach Sam Walker reached a milestone in his career on January 9, 2013 as he became the all-time winningest…

(Class of 1975) earned her bachelor's degree in home economics in preparation for her career in business. She now serves as the Director of Public Affairs for Atmos Energy Corporation overseeing public affairs managers throughout Texas. Before joining Atmos, Doyle…

(Class of 1976) grew up in the construction industry and received his bachelor's degree in industrial technology with a double major in architecture and business management. In 1976, he began working for his father-in-law's company, Dee Brown Masonry, Inc., and…

(Class of 1968) taught and coached at the middle school and high school level for twelve years. He was a board member of the Dallas Coaches Association for four years, and during that time, he was the youngest head coach…

(Class of 1973) completed her bachelor's degree in biology and sociology and went on to begin her career as a laboratory technician at Parkland Memorial Hospital. However, the isolated nature of the work was not well-suited to this lively alumna's…

(Class of 1981) has worked on all three levels of government—local, state and federal. He began his legislative career by serving as a fellow to a member of the U.S. Congress. Then he served as a legislative assistant for two…

(Class of 1970) came to A&M-Commerce after graduating from Odessa Permian High School. He received his BBA degree in Accounting. He was recently sworn in for his fifth term in the U.S. House of Representatives and represents 29 counties in…

(Class of 1965) received his bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, and English before graduating from medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston in 1969. In 1972, Rountree became the director of the East Little Rock Community…

(Class of 1969) received his bachelor's degree in technical agriculture while forming a partnership with his father in a farming and ranching operation called Scholz Farms. He had the responsibilities of management, marketing, planning and computerizing financial records. In 1999,…

By Lauren Black, journalism student Ms. Cheri Shipman has moved from the professional world of journalism to the role of editorial adviser to The Battalion, student newspaper at Texas A&M University at College Station, to Communications Director at the Irma…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rj78wwG5qg8The Gold Blazer Award is presented annually to alumni who have provided outstanding service to the Alumni Association and the university. Oscar Faye Williams (Class of 1973) completed her bachelor's degree in biology and sociology and went on to begin…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jANS1VaUey0The Gold Blazer Award is presented annually to alumni who have provided outstanding service to the Alumni Association and the university. Dr. Paul Rountree (Class of 1965) received his bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, and English before graduating from medical…

This is an exciting time at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Enrollment and program growth has led to the creation of four academic colleges. As a result, the advancement division now has a development officer assigned to each college, allowing the division…

photo caption: Dr. Dan Edelman, Mr. Bob Brown, university vice president for business and administration and Mr. William Treacy, executive director of the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. by Kim Williams The accounting department is one of many departments…

Those who give to the university play a vital role in protecting and nurturing our tradition of academic excellence. Whether supporting a special campaign, build an endowment fund, or giving to the unrestricted Annual Fund, private donors ensure that the…

For Ted R. Crim, his allegiance and commitment to his alma mater began the day he graduated. “Since graduating in 1970 with a bachelor's degree, and in 1971 with a master's degree, I have felt a deep sense of pride…

Many wonderful alumni and friends have helped make the new music building a reality. Among that group of treasured supporters is Richard Ellison. In addition to purchasing the rights to name an entire row of 22 seats in the Finney…

Dr. Harold Murphy, a dedicated father, professor and member of his community, was a pioneer in the field of counseling education who spent his life working to improve the lives of others. In honor of Dr. Murphy's memory, his daughters…

Twenty-three alumni were honored by their departments February 24 during the 28th Annual Alumni Ambassador Forum. Alumni Ambassadors are chosen each spring by the academic departments. As ambassadors, these accomplished alumni have opportunities to return to campus to make presentations…