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Alumni Relations welcomes Rachel Evans to the team as the new alumni communications and event coordinator. Rachel graduated in 2011 with a B.S. in marketing, and was as an inaugural member of the Honors College. Her other campus activities included…

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…

1930s Charlene Melba King (B.S. '38, M.S. '40) 8-1-11 1940s Stanley H. Fox (B.B.A. '48) 4-30-11 Denver Walker (B.S. '42) 7-21-11 William M. Johnston (B.S. '49, M.Ed. '60) 7-21-11 1950s Louise Nance Coker (B.S. '51) 7-16-11 Iris Anne Davis (B.S.…

Texas A&M University-Commerce has launched several initiatives in South Korea in order to further globalize the campus. At Konkuk University (student population of 28,000) in Seoul, the university has created a special program whereby 150 Korean students will participate in…

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 Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Paul Bryan It was third-and-five midway through the fourth quarter in the 1972 championship game, and Carson-Newman had just scored against the Lions' defense. After driving up the middle more than 80 times, Coach…

In 1971, fresh from the battlefield in Vietnam, Sam Sterling met with Coach Hawkins and his staff to try out for the football team. Two days later, he had a full scholarship and a starting position at defensive tackle. “We…

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October 22 was a beautiful day for Homecoming. In addition to numerous department reunions, the annual tribute at Professor Mayo's grave, and a lively and colorful parade, the crowds enjoyed a tailgate party, meeting up with former classmates, cheering on…

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…

Houston Alumni Gather at Willie G's More than 100 alumni gathered at Willie G's Steaks and Seafood in Houston to reconnect with other Lion alumni, and remember what made their time at A&M-Commerce great. We look forward to seeing you…

The A&M-Commerce music department is proud to send its best and brightest musicians to Carnegie Hall in New York City February 28, 2012. Join fellow Lion alumni and university administrators for an evening of entertainment by the university's chorale and…

Alumni and friends of the university teed off July 29 to support Lion athletics at the 2011 Ernest Hawkins Golf Tournament at Webb Hill Country Club in Wolfe City. The annual golf outing is named after the winningest coach in…

Noah Lord Nelson, class of 1973, returned to campus this summer to talk with students and professors about life as an international network news correspondent for NBC. Among Nelson's accomplishments since graduation is an Emmy for “Best News Series” and…

Forty-six of the region's top high school students visited Texas A&M University-Commerce October 9 to participate in “Top 10% Day,” a special tour and luncheon for students ranked in the top ten percent of their classes. After checking in and…

On October 8, the A&M-Commerce Field House was filled with a level of excitement usually found only at a sporting event. Complete with bands, cheerleaders, and fans, the next generation of designers, innovators, and problem solvers put their skills on…

Dr. Mae Jemison, Space Shuttle Endeavor astronaut, chemical engineer and physician gave a keynote speech at the “Who is Chemistry” event September 28, a celebration of the international year of chemistry, at Texas A&M University-Commerce's Ferguson Social Sciences Auditorium. Dr.…