The University’s first cohort of Applied Behavioral Analysis students graduates in May. By Tricia Schwennesen Hallie Janysek Fonseca launched her career teaching pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. It was a rewarding first job but also a bit of a wake-up call, as many of the kids struggled with behavioral and cognitive issues. “It was sad because they […]
Read MoreWhite House Officials Highlight Cyber Job Opportunities
By Sam Boykin A&M-San Antonio recently hosted the White House Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) for a special event about cybersecurity and cyber workforce opportunities and challenges. The ONCD advises the President of the United States on cybersecurity policy and strategy, working to advance national security, economic prosperity, and technological innovation. Special […]
Read MoreProfessor On Track To Help Faculty Achieve Professional Goals
By David DeKunder Jenny Moore, clinical professor of communication at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, is on track to earn her certification as a faculty success coach and use the knowledge and skills she gained through her training to assist University faculty members in achieving their professional goals. Moore is working towards her certification from the […]
Read MoreProfessor Makes Documentary About Black Maternal Mortality
By Kevin Castro Dr. Nicole Carr, an assistant professor at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, has teamed up with filmmaker Born Logic Allah to produce the documentary “High Risk: Black Mothers Protecting Themselves and Their Babies.” The new film sheds light on the challenges faced by Black caregivers, mothers, and healthcare providers in navigating obstetric violence […]
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 MoreFast-growing Technology Club Garners Multiple Wins at Hacking Competitions
A&M-San Antonio’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Student Chapter has been on quite a winning streak lately, winning a number of hacking competitions. Launched in 2016, the University’s AMA chapter is located within the Computing and Cyber Security Department. With about 150 members, the club works on solving real-world problems using applied computing skills. University […]
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 MoreStudy Explores Cons of Wearing Make-up During Exercise
Dr. Sukho Lee, associate chair and professor of health and kinesiology, recently completed a unique study that’s likely to pique the interest of fitness-minded women—or whoever likes to use cosmetics to look their best when hitting the gym. The study has also garnered the attention of some prestigious scientific publications. Lee and his associates recruited […]
Read MoreCampus Hosts Marketing Competition Featuring Students from Five Local Universities
By: Sam Boykin A&M-San Antonio recently hosted the inaugural “Campaign in a Day” competition that provided the opportunity for students to develop a marketing campaign for the local chapter of Meals on Wheels. During the hands-on competition, each five-person team, including one from A&M-San Antonio, was paired with a local marketing agency, which provided guidance […]
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