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Van Voorhis Earns F.L. McDonald Postgraduate Scholarship
By Lion Athletics
FRISCO – Texas A&M University-Commerce men’s track and field and cross country student-athlete Colten van Voorhis has received the prestigious F.L. McDonald Postgraduate Scholarship from the Southland Conference. Only two student-athletes across all sports and schools in…

TAMUC Alum Makes Appearances on DFW Television Networks to Promote Mental Health
Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Kasey Smith recently appeared on multiple Dallas-Fort Worth area television networks to promote mental health awareness and her work with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Smith, who graduated from A&M-Commerce in 2020 with her…

A&M-Commerce Alum to Head New School for Student Empowerment
The Cheltenham School District in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, has named Texas A&M-Commerce alum Dr. Christine Zubairu (‘23) as principal at its newly established Cheltenham Empowerment Center (CEC).
Aimed at students facing challenges in the traditional school setting, the center's mission…

A&M-Commerce Alum Joins Renowned Architecture Firm
Texas-based Pfluger Architects recently announced its selection of A&M-Commerce alum Dr. David Young ('98) as communications and engagement manager.
Texas A&M-Commerce alum Dr. David Young. Photo courtesy of Pfluger Architects.
The retired superintendent and 29-year educator brings a wealth of…

Understanding the Difference: Lightning vs. Tornado Alarms at Texas A&M-Commerce
Do you know the difference between a lightning alarm and a tornado alarm when they sound off on the A&M-Commerce campus?
Texas A&M System Partners with JED Foundation in Support of Mental Health
A recent article on MyAggieNation.com announced that The Texas A&M University System has partnered with the JED Foundation across its 11 universities. The multiyear collaboration is aimed at supporting students' mental health.
The article explains that the JED program helps…

TAMUC Health and Human Performance Researchers Helping Build Resilience in First Responders
Faculty researchers in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Texas A&M-Commerce are at the forefront of improving physical fitness preparation and performance for first responder populations.
Instructor Hussien Jabai and Associate Professor Dean Culpepper recently penned an article…
TAMUC Alum Sets Sights on 2024 Summer Olympics
A recent article in the Greenville Herald-Banner highlights A&M-Commerce alum Joe Brown and his goal to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in August. Brown, a discus thrower, was a national champion track and field star for Texas A&M-Commerce. He…

Lion Athletics’ Night of Champions Sets New Standard, Raises Over $71,000
By Lion Athletics
COMMERCE – With over 200 Texas A&M University-Commerce supporters in attendance, the 2024 Night of Champions generated over $71,000 in support of student-athlete scholarships. The casino night style event held on May 18 included photo opportunities with…

A&M-Commerce Employee Invited to Mid-Managers Institute
Texas A&M University-Commerce staff member Nicholas Brown was recently selected to attend the Mid-Managers Institute, a week-long professional development experience hosted by Region III of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators. The event offers mid-level professionals an opportunity to…

College of Business and Alumni Association Host Lion’s Spirit Mixer at Alumni-Owned Distillery
The Texas A&M University-Commerce College of Business, in collaboration with the A&M-Commerce Alumni Association, hosted a networking evening mixer at the Hermann-Marshall Distillery, an alumni-owned business located in Wylie, Texas.
The event attracted nearly 50 alumni, representing graduating classes spanning…

Lion Football Releases Revised 2024 Schedule
By Lion Athletics
COMMERCE – Texas A&M University-Commerce announced a revised football schedule for the 2024 season on Thursday, with the addition of Stephen F. Austin to the Southland Conference on July 1.
The SLC released a revamped football schedule…
TAMUC Bilingual Education Info Session Draws Potential Teachers
An information session on May 20 at Texas A&M University-Commerce at Dallas extended an action call to end the statewide teacher shortage in bilingual education.
Almost 80 participants packed a meeting room at the university's Dallas site to learn about…

College of Business Students Attend SAS Innovate 2024 Conference
Texas A&M University-Commerce Marketing and Business Analytics Student Organization President Aathira G. Nair and member Rishabh Gupta participated in the highly anticipated SAS Innovate 2024 conference, which took place from April 16 to 19 at the Aria Resort & Casino…

TAMUC Construction Engineering Alum Among the Best in Region
A&M-Commerce alum Cristina Gutierrez ('17) recently received the 2024 Regional Hispanic Contractors Association Construction Worker Woman of the Year Award.
Gutierrez is an assistant superintendent for Rogers-O'Brien Construction, where she has been an invaluable team member for seven years. She…
Texas State Representative Dr. Gary VanDeaver Receives A&M-Commerce Legislative Award
Texas State Representative Dr. Gary VanDeaver was recently awarded the Legislative Award by the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) at Texas A&M University-Commerce in recognition of his continuous support of the university. The award is given to…

TAMUC Alum, Instructor’s Agency Named a Top Dallas Firm in 2024
Texas A&M-Commerce alum and instructor Brandy Runyan's public relations firm, Black Diamond PR and Sport Management Firm, is one of the top PR firms in Dallas for 2024, according to PRNEWS.IO.
The site also published an interview with Runyan, discussing…

TAMUC Faculty Featured in WalletHub’s ‘Ask the Experts’ Series
Texas A&M University-Commerce Associate Professor of Management Dr. Gregory Lubiani was recently featured in WalletHub’s “Ask the Experts” series, where financial experts answer questions on a wide range of topics. Lubiani was asked questions regarding cost differences between different car…
Texas A&M System Steps Up to Stabilize Texas Energy Grid
By The Texas A&M University System
BRYAN, COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Texas A&M University System today took its first steps toward creating a peaker power network on land it owns across the state to help stabilize the Texas power…

Three Lions Qualify for College National Finals Rodeo
Following another successful season, three members of the Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo Team qualified for the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) this summer.
A&M-Commerce student-athletes Rylee George, Addie Weil and Kaden Profili all ranked high enough in the National Intercollegiate…