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Diane Gavin’s Legacy Lives on Through Support for A&M–San Antonio Students

  • Sam Boykin
  • 23 April 2026

Diane Gavin lived a full and vibrant life marked by a passion for education, exploration, and creativity.

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Instructor Sarah Fox’s Creative Journey Comes Full Circle

  • Sam Boykin
  • 21 April 2026

Lecturer Sarah Fox is one of those fortunate people who knew from a young age what she wanted to do for a living.

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Dr. Guido Verbeck Named Inaugural Vice President for Research

  • Sam Boykin
  • 14 April 2026

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Guido Verbeck as the University’s first-ever Vice...

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University Writer-in-Residence Laurie Ann Guerrero Hits Her Creative Stride

  • David DeKunder
  • 13 April 2026

One of Laurie Ann Guerrero’s favorite places to write is a small café in the South San Antonio neighborhood where she grew up.

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A&M-San Antonio Hosts Best of Both Worlds Symposium on Taking a Holistic Approach to Student Success

  • Sam Boykin
  • 10 April 2026

Texas A&M University–San Antonio hosted the 10th annual Best of Both Worlds symposium on Wednesday, April 8.

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Professor James Finley Featured in Ken Burns’ Documentary as Expert on Henry David Thoreau

  • Sam Boykin
  • 02 April 2026

In what he calls a dream come true, Professor James Finley is featured in a new PBS documentary about Henry David Thoreau, produced by iconic...

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Jordan Burbank Recognized Nationally for Transforming A&M–San Antonio Athletics Fundraising

  • Sam Boykin
  • 26 March 2026

After earning a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Oklahoma State University, Jordan Burbank wasn’t...

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Dr. Elena Foulis Advances Oral History Work Through Statewide Leadership Role

  • Edmond Ortiz
  • 20 March 2026

Throughout her 20-plus years as an educator and researcher, Dr. Elena Foulis has centered much of her work around examining Latina/o/e voices...

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From Starships to Strategy: Dr. Amy Lewis Explores Leadership Through ‘Star Trek’-themed Book

  • Sam Boykin
  • 18 March 2026

A self-described science fiction nerd, Dr. Amy Lewis has landed what she calls a dream project rooted in one of her favorite franchises,...

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Alumni Gift Creates First Endowed History Lecture with Renowned Speaker

  • Sam Boykin
  • 30 January 2026

Texas A&M University–San Antonio recently marked a significant milestone in its academic and alumni engagement, with the inaugural Derek...

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Dr. Walter Den Named Regents Professor by Texas A&M University System

  • Sam Boykin
  • 22 January 2026

Dr. Walter Den has been named a Regents Professor by The Texas A&M University System,

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Texas A&M University–San Antonio Introduces “Maria” as Virtual Engagement Officer

  • Sam Boykin
  • 12 January 2026

Texas A&M University–San Antonio is excited to introduce Maria, the University’s new Virtual Engagement Officer (VEO).

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Faculty Leader Joins National Program of Rising Academic Chairs

  • Sam Boykin
  • 09 January 2026

As she steps into her first year as a department chair, Dr. Rebekah E. Piper has joined a select group of academic leaders from across the country...

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A&M–San Antonio Celebrates its 20,000th Graduate at Fall 2025 Commencement

  • Sam Boykin
  • 16 December 2025

As Cristian Moran walks the commencement stage at Freeman Coliseum today, he will do more than celebrate a personal milestone.

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Dr. Jorge Villegas Named Dean of the College of Business at Texas A&M University–San Antonio

  • Sarah McBride
  • 10 December 2025

Texas A&M University–San Antonio today announced that Dr. Jorge Villegas will join the University as Dean of the College of Business,...

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Over $310,00 in Scholarship Funds Raised at Annual Dream Maker Celebration

  • Sarah McBride
  • 25 November 2025

Jane Macon honored during prestigious celebration supporting student scholarships

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10th Annual Lights of Esperanza Kicks Off the Holiday Season at A&M-San Antonio

  • Sam Boykin
  • 19 November 2025

Texas A&M University–San Antonio is celebrating the holiday season with the 10th Annual Lights of Esperanza, a vibrant and...

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Dream Maker Scholar Alberto Hernandez-Ontiveros Strives to Heal, Lead, and Give Back

  • Sam Boykin
  • 18 November 2025

First-generation college student Alberto Hernandez-Ontiveros has come a long way since leaving his hometown of El Paso to attend Texas A&M...

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New Industry Partnership Opens Doors for A&M–San Antonio Graduate Students in STEM

  • Sam Boykin
  • 12 November 2025

In an important new collaboration with Terracon, a San Antonio-based engineering consulting firm, two A&M-San Antonio graduate students have...

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A&M-San Antonio Hosts Best of Both Worlds Symposium on Teacher Recruitment and Retention

  • Sam Boykin
  • 06 November 2025

Texas A&M University–San Antonio hosted its ninth Best of Both Worlds symposium on Wednesday, Nov. 5, featuring a panel of education...

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A&M-San Antonio Researchers Lead Statewide Effort to Tackle Childhood Obesity

  • Sam Boykin
  • 23 October 2025

For University researchers, the fight against obesity isn’t just about numbers on a scale—it’s about decoding how poverty, diet,...

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A&M-San Antonio Secures $3 Million Grant to Support Texans with Disabilities

  • Sam Boykin
  • 07 October 2025

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has been awarded a landmark $3 million grant to launch an innovative program that will train educators,...

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Balancing the Court and the Classroom: Coach Chris Minner’s Pursuit of a Ph.D.

  • Sam Boykin
  • 29 September 2025

When Chris Minner started as the inaugural women’s head basketball coach at Texas A&M University–San Antonio in January 2024, he...

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After Whirlwind of Activity, Weeks of Welcome Comes to a Close

  • Sam Boykin
  • 12 September 2025

Weeks of Welcome (WOW), Texas A&M University–San Antonio’s signature back-to school celebration, wraps up this Saturday, Sept. 13,...

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University Community Gathers to Honor Lives Lost in the September 11 Attacks

  • Jacob Schmidt
  • 11 September 2025

Texas A&M University-San Antonio hosted its annual Patriots’ Day Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, 2025 in the Central Academic...

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