Texas A&M University-San Antonio is bolstering its efforts to strengthen student success and retention through innovative new programs, faculty development, grants and new hires. Approximately 77 percent of A&M-San Antonio students identify as Hispanic, and roughly 72 percent are first-generation students. Many of these students face unique challenges, from academic to financial. The University’s new […]
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By: Mariah Gonzalez Texas A&M University-San Antonio is gearing up for a spectacular event as it prepares to host the Fall 2023 Commencement at the Freeman Coliseum. This momentous occasion marks the culmination of hard work, dedication, and academic achievement for over 700 graduates, and the University is excited to honor their exceptional accomplishments. Behind […]
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A&M-San Antonio is launching a new AI program that will enhance the University’s education and research capabilities, while also strengthening the local workforce and providing local businesses with tools that can help guide their decision-making processes. The University recently received a $400,000 National Science Foundation grant, including Google Cloud Credits, to support “Jag-AI.” The two-pronged […]
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Texas A&M University-San Antonio is set to kick off the holiday season with its eighth annual “Lights of Esperanza” celebration, a beloved tradition that has evolved into a hallmark event. “Seeing the lights reminds me of friends’ laughter, great memories and how much I love Texas A&M-San Antonio,” said graduate student Martin Calderon. Like the […]
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As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, we’re spotlighting A&M-San Antonio students who have worked hard, overcome challenges, and are now successfully chasing their dreams. This is the final of five student spotlights. By: David DeKunder When she turned 18 years old, Denique Escobedo was excited about casting her ballot in the 2016 presidential election—the first-ever election she […]
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Connor Crowell discovered his purpose at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, where he currently serves as the president of the Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter and was recently selected as a fellow in the Student Veterans of America Leadership Institute, earning an all-expense paid invitation to Washington, D.C. for the immersive four-day event designed to develop core values and hone leadership skills. Crowell’s life journey is one of resilience, adaptability and finding community.
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By Tricia Schwennesen As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, we’re spotlighting A&M-San Antonio students who have worked hard, overcome challenges, and are now successfully chasing their dreams. This is the fourth of five student spotlights. Samuel Gonzales was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley where his senior year of high school was upended when the […]
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By Mariah Gonzalez As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, we’re spotlighting A&M-San Antonio students who have worked hard, overcome challenges, and are now successfully chasing their dreams. This is the third of five student spotlights. Despite setbacks and self-doubt, Selena Martinez has used her time at A&M-San Antonio to gain confidence, acquire new skills and position herself […]
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As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, we’re spotlighting A&M-San Antonio students who have worked hard, overcome challenges, and are now successfully chasing their dreams. This is the second of five student spotlights. Ruben Reyes has made the most of his time at A&M-San Antonio, from serving as a Jaguar Ambassador to performing with Mariachi Los Jaguares del […]
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Meera Phillips could have easily ended up another unfortunate statistic. She was born in India with intellectual disabilities and a severe speech impediment. Phillips never knew her birth parents and was facing an uncertain future when a family in Atlanta, Georgia, adopted her. Growing up with a cognitive impairment, Phillips faced plenty of challenges, but […]
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