2025

May

Beloved Artist Whose Work Graces University Building Passes Away

Joe Villareal, an artist whose colorful and joyful work is featured throughout the University’ Senator Frank L. Madla Building, passed away...

University Selects Adriana Rojas as VP for Finance and Administration

The university has selected Adriana Rojas as the new Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer.

Graduate Student Turns Passion for Water Conservation into Full-Time Career

Throughout Bexar County, where rivers and creeks feed the water system, support wildlife and plants, provide outdoor recreation and boost the...

Commencement Spotlight: Jerrome Hamilton's Journey of Leadership and Legacy

When Jerrome Hamilton walks across the stage at Freeman Coliseum on May 20, he’ll close a chapter defined by transformation, leadership, and...

Kimberly Rottet Named Inaugural Associate Vice President for Student Affairs Campus Services

The university has selected Dr. Kimberly Rottet as the inaugural associate vice president for Student Affairs Campus Services.

Commencement Spotlight: Candice Allen's Resilient Journey to Graduation

Candice Allen's journey to graduation day at has been anything but ordinary. A decade ago, at just 26, she faced a dire prognosis: end-stage...

Commencement Spotlight: Nate González is on a Mission to Transform Health Care

When Nate González walks the stage on May 20 during A&M-San Antonio’s Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony, he’ll earn the...

University Drives Nearly $300 Million in Economic Impact in Bexar County

See how the University has contributed economically to Bexar County and beyond.

University Offering New Scientific Scuba Diving Course

University Offering New Scientific Scuba Diving Course

University Closes Out Fiesta with Festival de Cascarones

Nearly 7,000 people gathered on May 4 for Festival de Cascarones, a fun-filled culmination of the Fiesta season.

University Softball and Golf Teams Make it to RRAC Tournament

The university's athletic programs continue to impress, as the University’s softball and golf teams have both made it to their...

April

University Advances Teacher Preparation with Enhanced Certification Approval

The university has been selected as one of the first universities approved to offer the Texas Teacher Residency Preparation Route (TTRPR).

University Students Gain Real-World Experience at National Supply Chain Expo

Students from the College of Business attended the ProMat 2025 conference in Chicago.

University Researchers Probe Environmental Factors Driving Local Health Risks

A pair of Texas AM University San Antonio researchers is helping spearhead a study to investigate if certain pollutants in the local environment...

Harnessing Brain Data: Using AI Innovations to Improve Worker Safety and Retention

Dr. Vipul Garg is implementing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in a new research project that aims to use brain data to improve worker...

University Designated a Voter-Friendly Campus

University has been named a Voter-Friendly Campus.

University Hosts Symposium on How to Best Support High-Poverty Schools

University hosted its eighth "Best of Both Worlds" symposium on Wednesday, April 9.

Scheduling Counseling Appointments Just Got Easier

Student Counseling Center has launched a new online appointment scheduler, a long awaited resource designed to enhance student access to mental...

Spotlight On: Former Foundation Board Chairman Alexander Travieso

After a 26-year career as a regional sales manager at ATT, Alexander Travieso was all set to retire to his native San Antonio and enjoy leisurely...

University Voted Top Local University in YourSA Readers’ Choice Awards

For the second year in a row, our University was voted the Best Local University in the annual YourSA Readers Choice Awards.

University Honors Ring Recipients at San Antonio Zoo Ring Day

University continued its cherished tradition of AM Zoo Ring Day, celebrating the achievements of students receiving their University rings.

Educare Network to Open First Texas-Based School at A&M-San Antonio

The Educare Network and Texas A&M University San Antonio are preparing to open the first Educare school in the state of Texas.

March

Homeland Security-Funded Research Project Delves Into Growing Anti-Government Movement

Dr. Sarah Harper is kicking off a Department of Homeland Security-funded research project this spring that addresses an escalating legal and public...

New VIDA Park Named After University Professor Megan Wise de Valdez

When Southstar, the developer behind VIDA, reached out via social media to ask who it should name one of the community’s new parks after, the...

Esports Program Teaches Students Valuable Personal and Professional Skills

At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, competitive gaming is more than just a pastime, it's an opportunity for students to develop...

Making a Difference in the Lives of Foster Children

Honors Program is making a powerful community impact through its partnership with the WHIT Program, a San Angelo-based nonprofit that connects...

Women’s Basketball Team Earns High Praise in Historic Run to RRAC Tournament

A&M-San Antonio’s women’s basketball team defied expectations and cemented their reputation as a top contender, despite coming up...

February

Inaugural Class Alum Donates to Fuel Basketball Program’s Success

Texas A&M University-San Antonio alumnus Ryan Bergmann, ’09, remembers the University long before it had men’s and women’s...

University Celebrates Inaugural Spring Homecoming

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has wrapped up its first-ever Homecoming celebration, held February 16-22, 2025

University’s Women’s Basketball Team Has History-Making Run

Capitalizing on the historic momentum established during its inaugural season opener win, the Texas A&M University-San Antonio’s...

Juan Guardia Elected as Region III Director for NASPA, Championing Student Affairs in Higher Education

Juan Guardia, vice president for student affairs at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, has been elected as the Region III Director for NASPA...

Esports Showdown of System Campuses from Across the Lone Star State

Texas A&M-San Antonio Esports is bringing together players from across the A&M University System for the largest in-person matchup to date...

University Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Athletic Facilities

The softball stadium, track, and multipurpose field will serve students and community members

Summer Research Program Focuses on Interdisciplinary AI Research in Healthcare

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is partnering with Texas State University on a unique project that allows undergraduates to participate in a...

Protecting San Antonio’s Primary Water Source

After years of collaborative study and work, Dr. Walter Den has completed a project designed to help protect one of the region’s most...

University Hosts U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor

Texas A&M University-San Antonio proudly welcomed Justice Sonia Sotomayor to campus on Jan. 29, 2025, as part of the 2025 Distinguished Lecture...

University Celebrates Inaugural Homecoming

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is excited to kick off a new tradition with its first-ever Homecoming from Feb. 16-22, 2025.

January

University Students Present on Historic Legal Case at National Conference

Two Texas A&M University-San Antonio students recently presented at a national conference about a controversial and groundbreaking case that...

University Unveils Free Laptop Loaner Program

Texas A&M University-San Antonio recently rolled out a new program that allows students to borrow one of the most important pieces of equipment...

Associate Professor to Lead Premier Association for Improving Education Law

Dr. Elisabeth Krimbill has been named president of the Education Law Association (ELA), a nonprofit that promotes and improves education law.

Local Nonprofit Shines a Spotlight on Student Chloe Bruno

Growing up in East San Santonio and raised in the foster care system from age 4 to 7, Chloe Bruno has overcome significant adversity and is now...