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In 1946, the Tejas Club was formed by 16 World War II veterans and three students. The club quickly developed as a positive influence on campus and shaped the lives, attitudes and the way the members viewed friendship. The Tejas…

Recognize the name but not the face? Jane Martyn, assistant alumni director, is the source of the Alumni Association emails and correspondence you receive. Whether it be for a local or national event, she keeps alumni up-to-date via electronic communication…

As I admired the new statue on campus in memory of Rachel Rollings and Britney Lipsey, I couldn't help but think how such a statue typifies why this university is so special. Aptly named “The Teacher,” it memorializes Rachel's dream…

Of the many images of Professor Mayo that I've seen, I think I like this one the best. You can see that he had a broad view of what it meant to be a college president. There he is, standing…

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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…

Mr. W. Garland Button will be remembered as a pillar of all that is good at A&M-Commerce. His ties to the university nearly span its entirety. Button followed his family's footsteps to campus, graduating in 1938 with a degree in…

After proudly serving his country in World War II, Raymond B. Cameron, class of 1940, embarked on a successful career in real estate development as the co-owner of the Cameron Company of Rockwall, professionals in investment properties. He and his…

1950s Dr. Bob Dowell (M.A. '57), former professor, has recently published his third book Understanding the Bible: Head and Heart and is being published in three parts: The Old Testament, Matthew through Acts, and Romans through Revelation. The first two…

Dr. R. N. Singh, professor of sociology and criminal justice, was honored as a Regents Professor April 19 by The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents. The award is the highest honor a faculty member can receive from the…

by Savannah Christian “In the moment, that is where you want to be. And in the moment, with what little time one has to think…I found myself really literally wanting to pinch myself.” Those are the words I heard Dan…

by Savannah Christian Elizabeth Kolawole Class of 2013 After being accepted to numerous universities, junior Elizabeth Kolawole chose to attend Texas A&M University-Commerce, the same school her mother graduated from in 2006. Although her mother has been a great inspiration…

by Savannah Christian James Yznaga, Class of 2012 Honors College student James Yznaga spent the fall semester studying abroad in South Korea, learning not only classroom curriculum but the cultural experiences Handong Global University had to offer as well. “Studying…

by Savannah Christian Nick Bailey, Class of 2012 In an effort to give back on campus, journalism major Nick Bailey recently started a Peerless Mentoring Program to benefit students at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Bailey, founder and CEO of Peerless Promotions,…

Victoria Walters, Class of 2012 by Savannah Christian Victoria Walters was recently recognized for her “superior” presentation at the Pathways Symposium featuring research from each of The Texas A&M University System schools. Walters, a member of the Honors College, presented…

by Savannah Christian Bret Ryan, Class of 2014 Bret Ryan is a man of many talents. A junior music education major, Ryan has taken full advantage of the endless opportunities at Texas A&M University-Commerce serving as a member of the…

Commerce takes Manhattan by Kim Williams The Texas A&M University-Commerce wind ensemble and chorale performed in February at the world famous Carnegie Hall in New York City in the Distinguished Concerts International New York's “Deep in the Heart of Texas.”…

photo caption: (l–r): Sandra Doyle, Director, Public Affairs, Atmos Energy, John Paris, President, Mid Tex Division, Atmos Energy, Carlos Robles Atmos Energy supports education at Texas A&M University-Commerce through an endowment established in the fall of 2007. Sandra Doyle, director…

In a fast-paced, drive-thru fed society, the process of getting food from the field to the family dinner table is often dismissed, the importance of each, carefully grown nutrient forgotten. However, thanks to a newly established research farm in Fairlie,…