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Music performances return to Recital Hall
27Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Life & Arts, On Campus

Music performances return to Recital Hall

Music performances return to Recital Hall By Kayzee OralloBridge contributing writerOriginally published in the print edition on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 One of the campus adaptations to a somewhat normal college experience includes a move back onto the stage for live performances. “Since March 2020, there have been no performances of any kind, so this is our first year back doing anything,” Texas A&M International University Department of Fine and Performing Arts Chair James Moyer said. Joy Davis | BridgeAssistant Professor of music Sarah Hetrick reacts to receiving a standing ovation inside the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall on Oct. 29 as part of the returning recitals. Before, band performances completely stopped, while recitals transpired exclusive...
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TAMIU esports takes competitive gaming to next level
27Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Entertainment, Features, News, On Campus, Science and Tech, Sports

TAMIU esports takes competitive gaming to next level

TAMIU esports takes competitive gaming to next level  By Dulce CastellanosBridge contributing writerOriginally published in the print edition on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 Several of the esports teams on campus are taking it to the next level—not Level 2, but the national level. Call of Duty Esports team member Ivan Larumbe said, “It is a big deal.” Leonard Gonzalez | BridgeAn unidentified esports player live streams on Nov. 2 at the Dusty’s Den Game Room near the Student Center. The National Association of Collegiate Esports, the largest membership association of varsity esports programs at colleges and universities across the U.S., added Texas A&M International University organizations to its ranks. Competing at a varsity level in competitive gaming comes with perks, bes...
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Records-breaking Dustdevils rally past Rattlers
27Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Sports, Volleyball

Records-breaking Dustdevils rally past Rattlers

Records-breaking Dustdevils rally past Rattlers  By David Gomez Jr.Editor-in-chiefOriginally published in the print edition on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 The Dustdevils triumphed in a dramatic win over the Rattlers on Friday and broke records on Saturday. Texas A&M International University gets past St. Mary’s University on Nov. 5, inside the Kinesiology and Convocation Building, in a close, nail-biting victory. Many kills, aces and blocks took place as the Dustdevils would win the first set and then trail the following two. David Gomez Jr. | BridgeOutside hitter Mackenzie Catalina jumps up for a kill attempt against St. Mary’s University on Friday, Nov. 5, in the TAMIU gymnasium. Catalina broke the school all-time record for kills. Setter Maison Kosse (18) looks on; Kos...
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Dustdevils outjoust Knights
27Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Men's Basketball, Sports

Dustdevils outjoust Knights

Dustdevils outjoust Knights By Orlando GonzalezBridge contributing writerOriginally published in the print edition on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 After three consecutive wins in the regular season, the Dustdevils keep their momentum going with a 3-0 record. Coach Rodney “Mac” McConnell’s men’s basketball team defeated Chadron State University, South Dakota Mines University and stomped all over Southwestern Adventist University. Following Monday night’s 79-41 victory romp, Nov. 15, at home against SWAU, Texas A&M International University’s men showed they are a force to be reckoned with. This followed a 52-48 win on Nov. 13 over SDMU at Rapid City, South Dakota, and an 82-73 win on Nov. 12 over Chadron State at Chadron, Nebraska. David Gomez Jr. | BridgeSenior Greg Bowie II eyes a...
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Trick-or-Treat: Participants earn points at Rec Center
27Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Features, On Campus, Sports

Trick-or-Treat: Participants earn points at Rec Center

Trick-or-Treat Participants earn points By Carolina CruzBridge Staff WriterOriginally published in the print edition on Nov. 19, 2021 From Oct. 1 to 31, the TAMIU Rec Center conducted its Trick or Treat Point Challenge. Students earned points by attending Rec Sports events and entered for a chance to win various prizes. TAMIU Rec Sports personal trainer Angela Salas said the purpose of this challenge is to motivate people to participate in more Rec-sponsored events.  “The Trick or Treat Point system is something the Rec has been doing in order to get more participants to join either fitness classes or any events that the Rec is hosting,” Salas said. Leonard Gonzalez | BridgeAn unidentified competitor lifts weights during the Trick-or-Treat Point Challenge event, whic...
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Campus tennis courts construction continues
27Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
News, On Campus, Sports

Campus tennis courts construction continues

Campus tennis courts construction continues By Cristian AlardinBridge contributing writerOriginally published in the print edition on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 City of Laredo officials say the TAMIU Tennis Complex should be completed in early 2022. Laredo Communications Administrator Noraida Negron wrote in an email that the project, formally introduced on June 8,  nears completion. Though the initial discussion on campus occurred earlier on Sept. 9, 2019, when Texas A&M International University administration held a referendum regarding the complex’s creation. Rosalinda Puentes | Special to The BridgeCampus tennis courts under construction in October. The tennis court is a joint effort developed from the City, its recreation department, the TAMIU Athletics Department, ...
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UV residents no longer feel at home
19Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
On Campus

UV residents no longer feel at home

UV residents no longer feel at home By Dulce CastellanosBridge contributing writerOriginally published in the print edition on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 Despite its existence as a place of residence with lifestyle features, some residents claim the Texas A&M International University Village’s fun nature no longer exists. In the past, students described the village as a fun, engaging environment. Weekly activities involving arts and crafts were the norm. Before heading to classes, students could partake in early morning breakfasts. Games happened on the volleyball courts and students spent time in the pool area to blow off some steam. Karla De Leon | BridgeHallfway of UV Coronado’s Building on Oct. 10. For some, those times seem like distant memories. “Things have now chan...
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Maroon Madness Returns
18Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Entertainment, Features, Humans of TAMIU, Life & Arts, Men's Basketball, On Campus, Photo Essay, Sports, Women's Basketball

Maroon Madness Returns

Maroon Madness Returns By David Gomez Jr. Editor-in-chiefPublished Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 Maroon Madness brought the return of food, fun and competition to TAMIU after two years since the 2019 offering.  The Texas A&M International University Kinesiology, Wellness and Recreation Center again housed one of TAMIU’s biggest annual events. Before the start of basketball season, the event takes the form of a pep rally to bring an escape after midterms. Kicked off at 4:30 p.m. by the Spooky Fest, food and games occurred on the lawn in front of the building before the doors opened at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28. David Gomez Jr. | BridgeA crowd of students compete for a free Dustdevils baseball cap during Maroon Madness on Thursday, Oct. 28, in the TAMIU gymnasium. ...
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Students help clean up Las Palmas Nature Trail for Make a Difference Day
18Nov By Staff/GuestNo Comments
Civil Affairs, Features, Humans of TAMIU, News

Students help clean up Las Palmas Nature Trail for Make a Difference Day

Students help clean up Las Palmas Nature Trail for Make a Difference Day By Carolina CruzBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 TAMIU students came together in late October to help out the Rio Grande International Study Center as part of Make a Difference Day. Held nationally every fourth Saturday of October, this event became the largest single-day of volunteering in the country; it encourages people to become more active in their communities. For National Make a Difference Day this year, Texas A&M International University students came together to help out the Rio Grande International Study Center in its Día del Rio Cleanup at Las Palmas Nature Trail on Saturday, Oct. 23. Carolina Cruz | BridgeA crowd gathers to get information for Make a Difference Day ...
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