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EDUCATION: Multimedia lab offers new opportunities for communication majors

2Apr

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EDUCATION: Multimedia lab offers new opportunities for communication majors

EDUCATION: Multimedia lab offers new opportunities for communication majors By Alyssa MedinaBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Communication program students are in their second semester of utilizing one of the newest labs on campus. In August 2024, a multimedia lab opened to advance students’ hands-on experience and practical skills. Associate Professor of digital media and graphic design Analee Paz said technology is a large component of students’ connections to the world, and the opportunity for a grant-funded lab for multimedia courses introduces students to new media studies and technology. Jessica Arellano | BridgeRows of new Apple Mac M3 computers are the centerpiece for a communication program multimedia lab, located on the third floor of the Academic...

EDUCATION: New QEP introduces experiential learning in action

2Apr

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EDUCATION: New QEP introduces experiential learning in action

EDUCATION: New QEP introduces experiential learning in action By Alyssa MedinaBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Quality Enhancement Planning Director Cihtlalli G. Perez exhibits a new program for TAMIU’s accreditation process, which emphasizes experiential learning opportunities intended to enhance student learning. “A new QEP is selected every 10 years and the topic focuses on students’ success and the University decides this is what we’re investing in [for] the next 10 years,” Perez said. Daniel A. GonzalezLecturer The primary component of the plan goes through an accreditation process to provide hands-on learning and reflection opportunities to meet students’ fundamental need to expand practical skills. In 2022, institutional feedback from students and...

26Mar

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EDUCATION: TAMIU, UTSA professors release new social behavioral book

EDUCATION: TAMIU, UTSA professors release new social behavioral book By Alyssa MedinaBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, March 26, 2025 One of TAMIU’s leaders in the psychology program joined forces with a UTSA professor to write a new book titled “Social Behavioral Statistics.” Through this collaboration, Texas A&M International University Regents Professor Roberto Heredia and University of Texas–San Antonio Professor and Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice Chair Richard Hartley united their fascination in the science of social behavior, statistics and research, along with their desire to make it more accessible to students. Sidney Ledezma | BridgeRegents Professor Roberto Heredia looks through his new publication titled "Social Behavioral Statistics" recent...

CAMPUS: Guest speaker visits TAMIU class

7Nov

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CAMPUS: Guest speaker visits TAMIU class

CAMPUS: Guest speaker visits TAMIU class Juan Carlos PuenteEditor-in-chiefPublished Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 Through a recent guest speaker, communication students learned more about marketing and real-world communication examples, as well as life advice. On Oct. 17, Texas A&M International University Associate Professor of communication Ju Oak “Jade” Kim, invited a guest speaker to present during her Communication Theory and Practice course. Cris Cordova | BridgeIBC Bank Senior Vice President of Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo, center, speaks with students during a visit to Associate Professor Ju Oak "Jade" Kim's class on Oct. 16. The speaker was IBC Bank Senior Vice President of Corporate Marketing Gabriel Castillo, who visited TAMIU to speak about students’ futures...

NEWS: Rankings, accolades help prospective students determine their higher education trajectory

3Oct

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NEWS: Rankings, accolades help prospective students determine their higher education trajectory

NEWS: Rankings, accolades help prospective students determine their higher education trajectory By Federico Gian OteroBridge Contributing WriterPublished Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024 Among its recent rankings, TAMIU received some positive notations from Niche, including an overall A- rating. Rankings like these from various websites can help students and faculty choose which college to attend. Steve Harmon, director of Public Relations, Marketing, and Public Information Services for Texas A&M International University, said looking at statistics, including rankings and accolades, whenever choosing a college is important. Juan Carlos Puente | BridgeThe globe-style arching windows of the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library allow students to look out into the night on Oct. 1. TAMIU rece...

FLASHBACK: The Bridge’s first article from 1996

10Sep

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FLASHBACK: The Bridge’s first article from 1996

FLASHBACK: The Bridge's first article from 1996 Women's Studies Program to be inaugurated at TAMIU By Sarah CollinsBridge Staff WriterOriginally Published March 1996 in Vol. 1, No. 1, of The Bridge [Editor's Note: This article is being published exactly as it appeared in 1996. No changes have been made, not even for AP style. It was the top Bridge TAMIU story of March 1996.] Many, including the College of Arts & Humanities faculty, are very proud that TAMIU is one of the few universities in south Texas to offer a women's studies program. Beginning in the Fall 1996 semester, students will be offered an introductory course called WOMN 2301. This course has no prerequisites and will present a variety of perspectives on women as individuals and on their roles in society and...

26Apr

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NEWS BRIEF: TAMIU’s Testing Center extends hours for finals, offers free exam supplies

NEWS BRIEF: TAMIU's Testing Center extends hours for finals, offers free exam supplies From Staff ReportsPublished Friday, April 26, 2024 Students looking for a place to take online exams can visit TAMIU's Testing Center during its extended hours during finals week. In a Texas A&M International University announcement, sent via email to all students, the extended hours are scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, through Friday, May 3, and on Monday, May 6, by appointment only. The Testing Center offers computer access for students who need to take their final exams. According to the announcement, "Should you need a computer that has access to Blackboard and/or webcam, we can provide you with a secure and quiet place to test. Please come to the Senator Judith Za...

CAMPUS: AI offers challenges, responsibilities for students

21Mar

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CAMPUS: AI offers challenges, responsibilities for students

CAMPUS: AI offers challenges, responsibilities for students By Regina VerduzcoBridge contributing writerPublished Thursday, March 21, 2024 Some students find the temptation to use artificial intelligence on their assignments, but many TAMIU professors indicate this requires responsibility. Assistant Professor of communication Arthur D. Soto-Vásquez holds an academic interest in the development of AI and how it affects scholars. AI usage continues to increase on college campuses, both by students and faculty. Understanding the difference between various AI usages is part of the equation. Assistant Professor Arthur D. Soto-Vásquez Soto-Vásquez said he prefers Texas A&M International University students “learn the old way” before taking on the assistance of AI softwar...

NEWS: TAMIU offers 12 top graduate programs in nation

23Feb

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NEWS: TAMIU offers 12 top graduate programs in nation

NEWS: TAMIU offers 12 top graduate programs in nation By Camila MendezBridge Staff WriterPublished Friday, Feb. 23, 2024 TAMIU received recognition this year for having at least 12 top programs in the nation, according to intelligent.com. Additionally, the University’s graduate programs grew by 15% enrollment this past year. Intelligent.com examined these programs based on affordability, the quality of the course, and achievement rates—the website mainly analyzed online master’s degree courses. Esteban Mendiola | BridgeTAMIU once again makes a ranked university list. The Sue & Radcliffe Killam Library, seen here, is one of the University's opportunities for students to be successful, as seen on Feb. 13. Texas A&M International University offers courses where many stu...

FEATURES: San Miguel acclimates to provost promotion

3Dec

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FEATURES: San Miguel acclimates to provost promotion

FEATURES: San Miguel acclimates to provost promotion By Neto GonzalezEditor-in-chiefPublished Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 In a significant change for TAMIU, the former College of Arts and Sciences dean stepped into the esteemed position of provost this semester. She brings with her a wealth of experience and a lifelong dedication to student success. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Claudia San Miguel was always deeply committed to higher education, and her journey to becoming Texas A&M International University’s provost is a testament to her dedication. Her recent appointment proves to be a dream come true; she can’t curb her enthusiasm for the promotion. “[I’m] absolutely thrilled, super excited, overjoyed, all of that level of enthusiasm when you finally achieve s...

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