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Dr. Henry H. Ross, instructor in the Department of Health and Human Performance, was recently chosen as the President-Elect for the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (TAHPERD). TAHPERD is one of the largest membership-driven organizations in…

Dr. Carrie Klypchak, Director of Theatre Graduate Studies and Associate Professor of Theatre in the Department of Mass Media, Communication and Theatre, has been named the University Theatre Educator of the Year in the state of Texas by the Texas…

The Texas A&M University-Commerce Music Department is hosting Believe It Anyway! at 7:30 p.m. April 26 in the Jack and Lou Finney Concert Hall in the music building. This is a collaborative project with motion pictures by Paul Bryan, Creative…

On Thursday, April 12, over 300 student workers and faculty were brought together by the offices of Financial Aid and Career Development for the 3rd Annual Student Appreciation Reception. The event took place outside the One Stop Shop with refreshments,…

Judge Demetra Robinson, of the Commerce Municipal Court, began her educational career in the way of many. As an 18-year-old mother with low self-esteem and increasing obligations on her and husband John's time, college didn't seem feasible. Later, after a…

The McKinney Avenue Contemporary art gallery in Dallas recently celebrated Michael Miller's 20-year career as an influential artist, painting professor, and Director of Studio Art Graduate Studies at A&M-Commerce with a show entitled, Out of Commerce. The artists who showed…

Stan McKee, Senior Manager of Customer Relations for Oncor and member of the board of directors for the Community Health Service Agency, Inc. of Hunt County, is not only the incoming president of the Alumni Board, he's also a tried-and-true…

Zachary Shirley, Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, is a stranger to no one. His outgoing personality and exuberance for his role at A&M-Commerce are truly infectious, and he has the perfect amount of energy for leading a successful…

An Evening of Recognition & Celebration in Retrospect The 2012 Royal Roar was something fit for kings and queens. On October 5, Texas A&M University-Commerce invited alumni and friends to celebrate and honor their gifts and achievements. Due to the…

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…

The Dr. Keith D. McFarland Science Building. During his distinguished 39-year career at Texas A&M University-Commerce, Dr. Keith D. McFarland served the university as a full professor, Head of the Department of History, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research and,…

Other presentations by Librarians during the 2012-2013 Academic Year: “Speed Weeding: Improve Your Library Collection in 5 Hours a Week” Emily Witsell and Dr. Scott Lancaster at 2012 Library Without Walls Conference in Tulsa, Ok, November 2012. “Digital Popcorn: Making…

FOOTBALL Danny Mason – LSC Linebacker of the Year; All-LSC First Team selection; Beyond Sports Network Second Team All-American; Daktronics First Team All-Region; LSC Defensive Player of the Week (Oct. 1); Beyond Sports Network National Player of the Week (Sept.…

John Kaulfus has assumed the position of Assistant Vice President and Dean of Campus Life and Student Development. He has 24 years of higher education experience and holds a bachelor's degree in social work and counseling and a master's degree…

(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…

Dr. Carrie Klypchak teaches acting, directing, and performance theory courses and directs productions for the University Playhouse. “There is no doubt that my students at A&M-Commerce made this award possible,” said Dr. Klypchak. “It is a privilege to work with…