By David DeKunder Dr. Bill Bush has worn many hats during his time at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, playing a key role in the University’s development from its beginnings when it held classes at an old elementary school to a sprawling campus of nearly 8,000 students. Bush came on board at A&M-San Antonio in 2008, […]
Read MoreClosing Out Fiesta with Festival De Cascarones
By: Mariah Gonzalez Texas A&M University-San Antonio helped bring Fiesta season to an exciting close with its annual Festival De Cascarones, which was held Sunday, April 28. The pet-friendly, on-campus event featured live music, food, games, rides and good times for all. As the official finale to Fiesta San Antonio, Festival De Cascarones drew a […]
Read MoreOnce In A Life Time Cosmic Event
University Hosting Viewing Party for Rare Total Solar Eclipse Texas is set to witness a rare celestial event on April 8 as a total solar eclipse crosses over the state. The eclipse holds a special significance for Texans as it marks a rare celestial event that occurs once in a lifetime. The last time a […]
Read MoreFrom West Africa to A&M-San Antonio
By: Mariah Gonzalez Esther Amponsaa first arrived in the United States at the John F. Kennedy airport in New York City in 2018 armed with ambition and a student visa to pursue higher education. Originally from Osiem, a small rural town in the Eastern Region of Ghana, in West Africa, Amponsaa’s journey to the U.S. […]
Read MoreFive Alumni Lead San Antonio SHRM Board
By: Mariah Gonzalez Five A&M-San Antonio alumni have been elected to the board of the San Antonio chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of human resources. These alumni will play crucial roles in promoting the profession, providing education, certification, networking opportunities, and advocating for […]
Read MoreCelebrate 15 Years with Special Savings at Jaguar Java and University Bookstore
By: Mariah Gonzalez With A&M-San Antonio’s 15th-anniversary celebrations in full swing, the University is excited to announce that Jaguar Java and the University bookstore are offering an array of discounts and deals throughout the semester. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy your favorite beverage, snag some cool University merchandise, and save some money! February: Jaguar […]
Read MoreRemembering Oakley
University Mourns the Loss of Beloved Victim Assistance DogAug. 26, 2016- Jan. 24, 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Oakley, the cherished victim assistance dog at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Oakley died Wednesday, Jan. 24. Born on Aug. 26, 2016, Oakley provided comfort and support to crime victims and […]
Read More15 Years: A Journey of Growth and Impact
It’s been a remarkable journey leading up to Texas A&M University-San Antonio’s 15th anniversary. That journey started some 25 years when Texas Sen. Frank L. Madla requested proposals to establish an institution of higher education in South San Antonio. Although met with some initial skepticism, others helped champion the idea, and in 2009 Texas Gov. […]
Read MoreCommencement Speaker: Distinguished Senior Gabriella Villegas
Gabriella Villegas, recently named this semester’s Distinguished Senior at Texas A&M University-San Antonio will take center stage as the Fall 2023 commencement speaker for the College of Business and College of Education and Human Development on Dec. 19. Villegas is a first-generation transfer student, set to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Villegas […]
Read MoreFirst Baby Celebrated With Full Tuition Scholarship at A&M-San Antonio
By: Mariah Gonzalez Texas A&M University-San Antonio awarded a full tuition scholarship for four consecutive years of undergraduate studies to the first child born at the newly opened University Health Women’s & Children’s Hospital. The scholarship, a symbol of the University’s commitment to education and community support, was presented to Parker Lee Speer, along with […]
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