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Texas A&M University-Commerce achieved its highest enrollment in school history at 3:41 p.m. August 24 after enrolling its 11,000th student, Dakota Griffin, for the fall semester. “My sincere appreciation goes out to the entire university community,” said Dr. Mary Hendrix,…

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…

by Randy Jolly October 21 was a beautiful clear day in Commerce. It was made even more gorgeous by the excitement surrounding the official grand opening and dedication of the $29 million music building. Though the celebration was originally scheduled…

As part of the donors' breakfast held before the music building dedication, Chris Ramos presented his thoughts from the student perspective. We know you will appreciate the beauty of his speech and the insight it provides regarding the depth of…

1950s Naomi C. Bledsoe (B.S. '56, M.S. '68) is an author at the age of 91 with her book I Wouldn't Take Nothing for my Journey Now. 1960s Shirley Cooper (B.A. '65) was honored as one of 23 teachers nationwide…

by Ashley Johnson   |  Photos by Paul Bryan Dr. Jerry Lytle never had a choice of whether or not to attend college-his parents made it for him. Never able to attend college themselves, Lytle's parents made sure he and his…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Jason Flowers As James Thrower looked up at the fans towering over him at Franklin Field, and down at his jersey, the white Philadelphia Eagles' wings on his shoulders, he knew his hard work…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Jason Flowers Growing up in Gilmer, Texas was idyllic for Sarah Sharp Allen. “It was a time when you still had the freedom to roam the streets as a child,” she said. “We had…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photos by Paul Bryan While most A&M-Commerce graduates exude excitement on graduation day, the moment was bittersweet for Emily Herron. “Some of the best years of my life were at A&M-Commerce,” Emily said. “I loved it…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Jason Flowers When Peggy Shaw stopped by Martha Faires' room in Binnion Hall in 1956, neither of them knew it would result in Martha meeting her Mr. Right that night. “Peggy was looking for…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Jason Flowers When Gloria Espinosa, the mobile mammography coordinator at UT Southwestern, was turned down for a promotion because she lacked a college degree, she knew it was time for a change. “I was…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Jason Flowers Rex Driggers' 37-year career in aviation began with a uniform. “My senior year of high school, we visited the university for Career Day, and I was intrigued by the U.S. Air Force…

by Sara De La Rosa  |  Photo by Paul Bryan The first in his family to graduate from high school, Fred Fuentes is no stranger to confronting challenges and turning them into opportunities for excellence. When the U.S. Army offered…

by Ashley Johnson  |  Photo by Jason Flowers Life doesn't always turn out as planned. Sometimes, it's even better. “I always knew I would go to Texas A&M University-Commerce, but I always thought I'd transfer after a couple of years,”…

Inspired by her time at A&M-Commerce, Ms. Dona Julian Cassel, set to work on a poetic tribute to her alma mater. Cassel, who has a B.S. in elementary education (1967) and a M.A in English (1971), is a retired educator.…

Dr. Marcus Nelson doesn't accept excuses. It doesn't matter if a student is poor, or what their home life is like. For Nelson, superintendent of Laredo ISD, what a child is born into is no excuse for what they can…

With an honest smile, a penchant for storytelling and tireless zeal, Congressman Ralph Hall represents all that is good in Washington D.C. There's no one I'd rather work for in Washington D.C.,” said Dee Duncan, Hall's executive assistant. “Congressman Hall…

1958 was a good year for World Book encyclopedias. One set ended up in Hilda Tagle's home, and served as the neighborhood reference library. It was also what inspired Tagle to ardently pursue reading, learning and a life brimming with…

Richard Ellison's life was so dramatically changed by his time at East Texas State Teachers College that he felt compelled to pass on the gift of education to others. “One day I was sitting around, talking with my family, and…

J. Brian Duggan's life of service stands as a tribute to all those who have helped him succeed. As a U.S. Marine, he defended freedoms won by soldiers past. As a U.S. Foreign Service Officer, he proudly serves the country…