Fri, 11 May 2012 11:41:54 -0500 Texas A&M Intl University http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/ Podcast Maker v1.4.1 - http://www.lemonzdream.com/podcastmaker Texas A&M International University's iTAMIU podcast is a regular news, information and events roundup about life at Texas' fastest-growing University in South Texas. en Texas A&M International University Office of Public Relations webmaster@tamiu.edu http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/itamiu_sm_144.jpg http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/ 144 144 Education Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education no Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. A TAMIU faculty researcher and TAMIU students are conducting an important binational study featuring Laredo research looking at the relationship between diabetes and health literacy. Dr. Suko Lee, TAMIU associate professor, is part of the study sponsored by TAMIU, Texas A&M University and the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México. The study is collecting data in Laredo, Bryan-College Station, San Antonio and Mexico City. TAMIU employees will spend part the afternoon and part of the morning at the University’s annual TAMIU Enrichment Day, Friday, May 18 starting at 11:30 a.m. University employees will also begin the summer work schedule Thursday, May 31 and end Wednesday, Aug. 8. Congratulations to all Spring 2012 graduates! http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_05-11-12.mp3 Fri, 11 May 2012 11:39:42 -0500 Education no 00:04:29 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Friday is Generation TX Day, an opportunity for students to affirm their belief in higher education by wearing their favorite college T-shirt. Get three times the amount of laughs for the price of one this weekend at TAMIU. The theatre production class presents “Ha!” a comedy by Rich Orloff Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 5 at 8 p.m. in the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. The TAMIU student organization, Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), earned the honor of “Regional Champions” at the SIFE USA Regional Competition in Dallas. The team will travel to Kansas City, Mo., for the National Competition, May 22-24. More than 500 students will participate in Spring Commencement at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_05-03-12.mp3 Thu, 03 May 2012 16:21:20 -0500 Education no 00:05:32 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. The Beaumont Foundation of America announced the establishment of a scholarship endowment at that honors Carlos and Judith Zaffirini and is dedicated to providing scholarship assistance to first-generation TAMIU students. Highlighting the announcement of the Endowed Scholarship was the introduction of the first TAMIU student to be assisted by the Carlos and Judy Zaffirini Endowed Scholarship, Rafael E. Contreras III. TAMIU senior, Melissa Treviño, will be the featured violin soloist with the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra on Sunday April 22 having won the 3rd Annual Concerto Competition. TAMIU will host a book signing for Laredo native María Hilda Piñon, author of “The Willows of Corona,” on Tuesday, April 24 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the Helen Richter Watson Gallery, inside the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_04-20-12.mp3 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:59:26 -0500 Education no 00:05:11 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Support student scholarships while enjoying an enchanted evening at “Encanto Español” Saturday, March 31 in the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. A group of 150 freshmen girls from Laredo’s two school districts as well as St. Augustine and Harmony Academy of Science will participate in a young women’s conference at TAMIU in April. An impressive collaboration by the TAMIU Chamber Singers, Laredo Community College Mixed Choir and the Chamber Orchestra of Laredo (C.O.O.L.) will present a free concert Wednesday, April 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts’ (CFPA) Recital Hall. Scientist and best-selling author David Eagleman will delve into the mysteries of the subconscious mind as he presents a lecture Thursday, April 5 at 7 p.m. in the CFPA Recital Hall. TAMIU will remember fallen alumni, students, faculty and staff at the second “Celebration of Life” memorial observation Thursday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the CFPA Recital Hall. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_03-29-12.mp3 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:27:56 -0500 Education no 00:06:07 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU students and faculty will observe Spring Break beginning Monday, March 12 through Sunday, March 18. A group of 11 TAMIU students will travel to Vancouver, Canada during spring break to participate the World Model United Nations Conference (WorldMUN), the most diverse college-level model United Nations Conference in the world. Hone your leadership skills and represent a student body of more than 7,000 students during the upcoming 2012-13 school year by running for an office for the TAMIU Student Government Association. TAMIU’s yearly Lamar Bruni Vergara & Guillermo Benavides Z. Academic Conference deadline for submissions is Monday, March 19. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_03-09-12.mp3 Fri, 09 Mar 2012 10:51:01 -0600 Education no 00:06:07 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Get help filling out your financial aid application during the Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Day Sunday, March 4 from 1 – 3 p.m. Listen to tomorrow’s singing sensations at the Texas A&M International University Voice Studio Midterm Recital Wednesday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall. Celebrate spring beginnings with an abundance of color at the upcoming Holi – Festival of Colors at Texas A&M International University Thursday, March 8 from 3 – 7 p.m. on the University Green. The first National Juried Exhibition at the Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) Center for the Fine and Performing Arts (CFPA) Gallery is scheduled to open with a reception Thursday, March 8 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_03-02-12.mp3 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:58:32 -0600 Education no 00:05:01 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Student hearings for proposed tuition and fee increases will be held Thursday, Feb. 23 and Monday, Feb. 27 at noon in the Student Center rotunda. Assistant professor of education, Dr. Israel Peniel will present a special lecture for Black History Month. Tapping into a shared pride of education and work ethic that they trace to Texas A&M University, family members of Laredo’s Arguindegui Oil Company recently initiated the Arguindegui Oil Company Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Endowment Fund at TAMIU. In official figures reported to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, TAMIU is posting a Spring 2012 enrollment of 6,533 students. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_02-16-12.mp3 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:34:17 -0600 Education no 00:05:29 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Union Pacific donated $30,000 to TAMIU for the TAMIU Union Pacific STEM Endowed Scholarship and for the Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium. "Celebrating Shakespeare" continues through Sunday, Feb. 12. TAMIU will offer an LSAT review course. The upcoming IBC Keynote Speaker Series will explore "nearshoring." http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_02-09-12.mp3 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:14:44 -0600 Education no 00:05:00 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU Spirit Week 2012 continues with a pre-game tailgate today to prepare for the men's and women's basketball games against the St. Edward's Hilltoppers. Events continue through Saturday with the Dustdevil baseball team taking on the UTPB Falcons at 2 p.m. The TAMIU Office of Continuing Education start their SAT and GRE prep classes Saturday. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_02-02-12.mp3 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:08:37 -0600 Education no 00:03:42 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. The first faculty art show in 5 years on campus is on display at the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Gallery. There will be reception at 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 26. The exhibit will be on display through Friday, March 2. TAMIU will host TAMIU STEM Day, Friday, Jan. 27. NASA astronaut Michael E. Fossum is the featured guest speaker. The Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra will offer "Movie Magic" Sunday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. in the TAMIU CFPA Recital Hall. TAMIU will host "Shakespeare Week" Feb. 2 - 12. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-26-12.mp3 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:13:06 -0600 Education no 00:06:49 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Late registration for Spring 2012 is underway at schedule.tamiu.edu. The University will be closed Monday, Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Resolutions Week will give students the opportunity to meet their new year's goals. Spanish Dance Techniques, a continuing education non-credit course, will be offered Spring 2012. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-13-12.mp3 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:18:35 -0600 Education no 00:04:57 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU students interested on becoming leaders will be interested in the TAMIU Leadership Initiative. Read all about 15 TAMIU students' adventure in Chile at http://reading.tamiu.edu. New, transfer and international students must attend the Dustdevil Transition, Jan. 11 and 12. Rose Saldivar, assistant professor in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, won the TAMIU Instructional Technology Excellence Award. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-06-12.mp3 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:20:23 -0600 Education no 00:06:00 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU will observe a State-authorized holiday release starting at noon, Thursday, Dec. 22. Offices reopen Monday, Jan. 2 with office hours from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Jennifer Alejandro, TAMIU sophomore communications major won an iPad2 for a video entry she submitted to a contest conducted on University social media. Take a look back at the past year in the life of TAMIU with just a click. The TAMIU 2011 President’s Report has gone digital and readers can read it on their computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_12-21-11.mp3 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:12:02 -0600 Education no 00:04:10 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Laredo’s record rainfall this week saturated the campus grounds and forced officials to move the traditional outdoor Commencement Exercises indoors. Returning and first-time students must provide proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination. The new state law, passed by the Legislature earlier this year, becomes effective Jan. 1, 2012, and requires all college-bound new students, transfer students and returning students provide proof of vaccination. The University will observe a State-authorized holiday release Friday, Dec. 23 – Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012. Offices reopen on Monday, Jan. 2 with office hours from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. The LULAC Council No. 7 announced TAMIU associate professor and chair of the fine and performing arts, Bede L. Leyendecker the Recipient of its 2012 Higher Education Award. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_12-16-11.mp3 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:15:36 -0600 Education no 00:05:40 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU assistant professor of Art David Bogus has been named a finalist in the 2012 NICHE Awards Competition, considered the highest recognition for both production and limited-edition craft works made in the United States and Canada. The annual favorite, Las Posadas, returns to delight audiences Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Texas A&M International University Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. The Killam Library announced it would be open additional hours during finals. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_12-02-11.mp3 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:21:30 -0600 Education no 00:02:55 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU students will begin online voting on Tuesday, Nov. 29 through Thursday, Dec. 1 for a Referendum for an Athletics Enhancement Fee. Give yourself a treat and make plans to attend the TAMIU Chamber Singers and the Laredo Community College Mixed Choir Christmas Concert Wednesday, Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Cantú Veterans Memorial Chapel on the LCC main campus downtown. The sounds of the season strummed by guitar strings will once again fill the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts (CFPA) Recital Hall with the 10th Annual Guitarras de Navidad Thursday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. The TAMIU Student Government Association (SGA), in conjunction with Campus Activities Board, will host TAMIU Night at the Laredo Energy Arena (LEA) Friday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. The perennial favorite, Las Posadas, returns to delight audiences Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Texas A&M International University Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. Admission is $5 per person. Children 10 and younger and TAMIU students with a valid student ID get in free. Make plans to visit the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Gallery for a look at the TAMIU Juried Student Exhibition 2011, showcasing drawings, paintings, photos, prints, ceramics, sculpture, and new media created by current TAMIU students. There will be an opening reception Thursday, Dec. 1 from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Gallery lobby. Admission is free and open to the public. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_11-23-11.mp3 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:27:30 -0600 Education no 00:06:09 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. The TAMIU is smartphone and iPad app launched this week. College of Arts and Sciences Dean Dr. Thomas R. Mitchell was named a 2010-11 Regents Professor. TAMIU scored high on a survey highlighting its level of academic challenge and the TAMIU Juried Student Exhibition 2011 opens Nov. 30. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_11-17-11.mp3 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:32:03 -0600 Education no 00:06:00 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU will welcome one of the most important poets of Hispanic letters, José Kozer, Monday, Nov.14 as the University opens a large collection exhibit of the poet’s books in the Special Collections section of the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library. A pilot project establishing a “Literacy Enrichment Center” through a TAMIU-United Independent School District Literacy Partnership will be recognized Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. at Henry Cuellar Elementary School. As students go about their business in the TAMIU University Success Center (USC), most are probably unaware that the light-filled information mall with storefront-style offices is actually one of the area’s leading examples of energy efficient design and architecture. That’s because the USC was constructed to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver standards. Online registration for Spring 2012 at Texas A&M International University is underway at uonline.tamiu.edu. Classes start Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_11-10-11.mp3 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:10:01 -0600 Education no 00:06:54 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. In honor of Veterans Day, TAMIU will hold appreciation events Nov. 7 - 8. The TAMIU Graduate Studies Open House is Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 6 - 8 p.m. TAMIU's 6th Annual Band Extravaganza is Wednesday, Nov. 9. Online registration for Spring 2012 is underway. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_11-04-11.mp3 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:08:17 -0500 Education no 00:04:30 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_10-27-11.mp3 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:45:23 -0500 Education no 00:06:04 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Meet with college representatives from Texas and beyond at “Laredo College Night” Wednesday, Oct. 26 at the TAMIU Ballroom. The TAMIU Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library is now one of 15 state universities to become part of the Texas Digital Library (TDL), a consortium of higher education institutions that provides shared services in support of research and teaching. The TAMIU Binational Center will present a benefit performance of “Mi Novia La Tristeza: The Life and Music of Agustín Lara,” Friday, Oct. 28 at the TAMIU Student Center Ballroom at 7 p.m. Adults interested in continuing their education to become a pharmacy technician can now take non-credit classes offered by the TAMIU Office of Continuing Education. The Pharmacy Technician Program begins Monday, Nov. 7 and will meet from 6 – 9 p.m., Monday and Wednesday. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_10-20-11.mp3 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:09:51 -0500 Education no 00:06:49 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Acclaimed organist Cherry Rhodes will perform at TAMIU Sunday, Oct. 9. TAMIU received a grant of more than $749,000 from the U.S. Department of Education. TAMIU Career Services will host a career fair Tuesday, Oct. 11. The next IBC Keynote Speaker is Jorge Fernando Quiroga Ramirez, former President of Bolivia. TAMIU is hosting fitness nutrition sessions every Monday. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_10-07-11.mp3 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:02:25 -0500 Education no 00:06:50 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU Regents professor and author Dr. Jerry Thompson won the 2011 Clotilde P. García Tejano Book Prize for his latest book, “Tejanos in Gray: Civil War Letters of Captains Joseph Rafael de la Garza and Manuel Yturri.” The book traces the Tejano Civil War experience through period letters. The TAMIU Small Business Development Center will celebrate the grand opening of a new satellite office in Zapata Thursday, Sept. 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 910 Hidalgo, Suite 2, in Zapata. The event is free and open to the public. A closing reception for the Marc-Anthony Polizzi Solo Exhibition at the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Gallery will be held Thursday, Sept. 29 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. The exhibit closes Friday, Sept. 30. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_09-22-11.mp3 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:03:15 -0500 Education no 00:03:45 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU ranked in the US News and World Report and was also designated "Military Friendly School" by G.I. Jobs, a premier magazine for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. The National Science Foundation awarded a $105,000 grant to the TAMIU department of biology for new equipment used to research among other things, how females choose their mates. Dr. Mark Menaldo received the 2011 Jablin Dissertation Award. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_09-15-11.mp3 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:54:30 -0500 Education no 00:05:28 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU-Adelante and the TAMIU Tennis Club are accepting donations for care packages to send to soldiers in Kuwait. Dr. Bernice Sánchez-Pérez was named TAMIU Teacher of the Year and addressed TAMIU freshmen at the Convocation. Dr. Deborah Blackwell was named the recipient of the Dr. Judith Zaffirini Medal for Leadership and Scholarship. A new local vocal organization, Song on the Rio Grande, is initiating a Rio Grande Vocal Series that will provide master classes with some of the nation’s most well regarded vocal performers beginning Sept. 23. A new exhibit is currently on display at the CFPA Gallery. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_09-09-11.mp3 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 09:16:47 -0500 Education no 00:06:38 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Friday, Sept. 2 is the last day for late registration, with fees applied. The TAMIU Planetarium will host Family Movie Day, Saturday, Sept. 3. Showing: Disney Pixar's "A Bug's Life." Sign up for a yoga class Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. in CFPA 123. Humanities Texas awared TAMIU a grant of $1,500 for its "Reading the Globe." http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_09-02-11.mp3 Fri, 02 Sep 2011 13:29:59 -0500 Education no 00:04:46 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. The Chronicle of Higher Education named TAMIU as one of its "Fastest Growing Campuses, 2004-2009" for Public Master's universities surveyed in its Aug. 21 edition. Auditions for the Laredo Theatre Guild International's production of "The Foreigner" are Friday, Aug. 26 and Saturday, Aug. 27. The fall semester started Thursday, Aug. 25. TAMIU launched a new "Powered" identity. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_08-25-11.mp3 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:23:01 -0500 Education no 00:04:28 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Fall 2011 at TAMIU starts Thursday, Aug. 25. TAMIU now offers a new minor in theatre "Visa at Paraíso," a Spanish language film about the "Mexican Schindler," will be shown free of charge at the CFPA Theatre, Thursday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. The TAMIU Department of Fine and Performing Arts Young Artists Program registration is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 1 from 4 - 7 p.m. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_08-18-11.mp3 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:43:27 -0500 Education no 00:04:30 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Among the top 100 baccalaureate degree producers nationwide, TAMIU ranks 36th among institutions that confer the most degrees to Hispanic students, according to the magazine Diverse Issues in Higher Education. TAMIU will soon be at your fingertips. The University is readying its launch of a new smartphone application for this Fall. The new “app” will be available for iPhone, Android, Blackberry and iPad users… and it’ll all be free. TAMIU employees will revert to their regular work schedule starting Thursday, Aug. 18. The University’s regular schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association announced that TAMIU president, Dr. Ray Keck, has been selected as Mr. South Texas 2012 for the 115th Washington’s Birthday Celebration. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_08-12-11.mp3 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:24:29 -0500 Education no 00:05:17 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU will offer PiYo and Turbo Kick fitness training Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 6 - 7. Registration is underway for High School Camp Session 2 for students in grades 9th - 12th. TAMIU vice president for Student Success, Dr. Minita Ramirez, attended the White House's Hispanic Policy Conference. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_07-28-11.mp3 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:08:48 -0500 Education no 00:04:34 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU students will have the opportunity to begin coursework for a minor in English-Spanish translation at TAMIU. House Bill 2013 and HB 2342 allow TAMIU to make available courses in identified programs for qualified firefighters and peace offices that are eligible for tuition and fee exemption. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_07-14-11.mp3 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:33:37 -0500 Education no 00:04:41 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Officials gathered at the University Success Center to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that guides a joint admissions program between TAMIU and Laredo Community College. Summer Session II classes at TAMIU start Monday, July 11. LCC Students ready to complete their degrees at TAMIU should make note of the TAMIU Transfer Fair at the LCC main campus, Memorial Hall 211, Tuesday, July 12 and Wednesday, July 13. The Darfur Dream Team Sister School Program at TAMIU, sponsored by the TAMIU Leadership Program and The Enough Project in Washington, D.C., is designed to partner American schools with their peers in Darfur refugee camps in eastern Chad. Dream Team members have also planned a fundraiser to support Darfur humanitarian efforts. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_07-07-11.mp3 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:28:48 -0500 Education no 00:05:10 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. TAMIU ranked 23 among the nation’s lowest net priced public, four-year or above universities in a list complied by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), part of the U.S. Department of Education. TAMIU offices and the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library will be closed Monday, July 4 in a State-authorized observance of Independence Day. In the event of an emergency, contact University Police at 326.2100. Healthy diet and exercise are the focus of a TAMIU summer camp for children and adolescents. The TAMIU Summer Weight Control Camp II, offered by the College of Education July 11–Aug. 5, from 1:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, is designed for nine to 16-year olds who want to enjoy physical activities while learning about the importance of a healthier diet and lifestyle. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_06-30-11.mp3 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:57:18 -0500 Education no 00:04:22 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. “Blood-borne Pathogens and Ethics,” a specialized workshop will be held Friday, June 24 at TAMIU’s University Success Center, room 101. Anyone who participates can earn six continuing education units. Fall at TAMIU is coming and new students and first-time freshmen are reminded of mandatory participation in the New Student Orientation, Dusty Camp, scheduled Thursday and Friday, June 30-July 1. Six students from Texas A&M International University have been chosen in a highly selective application process to take part in the second collaborative Latino Leadership Initiative (LLI) (developed by the Center for Public Leadership (CPL) at the Harvard Kennedy School)next week for a weeklong program. Miriam Abrego, Marcos Dimas, Joel Alexis Jurado, Connie Berenice Lerma, Laura Mendez, and Carlos Pacheco will join other rising seniors from Loyola Marymount University-Los Angeles, University of California-Merced, the University of Houston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston, the University of Texas-Pan American and Miami Dade College in the LLI class. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_06-23-11.mp3 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:44:55 -0500 Education no 00:05:10 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. The Helen Richter Watson Art Gallery is now open to the public Tuesdays - Thursdays, 10 a.m. - noon and 2 - 4 p.m. The TAMIU 2011 Rogelio Rodríguez Flamenco Workshop “Noche Flamenca” is Saturday, June 11 at 7 p.m. in the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. Admission is $5. A new study by TAMIU professors found that for females, being around pretty teen girls or young women reduces body satisfaction. The study was conducted by Dr. Christopher J. Ferguson, associate professor of psychology; Dr. Mónica E. Muñoz, assistant professor of psychology; and Sandra Contreras and Kristina Velasquez, both counseling psychology graduate students. It appears in the June/July volume of the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology. New students and first-time freshmen are reminded of mandatory participation in New Student Orientation, Dusty Camp, scheduled June 16-17, June 30-July 1, July 14-15, August 4-5 and Aug. 15-16. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_06-09-11.mp3 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:47:20 -0500 Education no 00:04:40 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Melissa Barrientos-Whitfield Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU. Forty Laredo and area teachers were selected to take part in “The Making of Modern America: 1877 to Present,” an Institute for Texas Teachers sponsored by Humanities Texas and TAMIU. The TAMIU Kinesiology, Wellness and Recreation Center is offering its Summer Recreational Sports Camp Monday, June 6-23 and July 5-21, from 7:45 a.m. – noon, for children ages 6-13. TAMIU will offer college credit classes in Zapata during the 2011 Summer Session. A home celebrating the art and life of the famed late Laredo artist Helen Richter Watson opens to the public Monday, June 6 in the TAMIU Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library. Visit us at tamiu.edu and on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube @txamiu. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_06-02-11.mp3 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 17:41:45 -0500 Education no 00:05:20 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of March 31, 2011. Hear the songs of the season at the upcoming TAMIU Chamber Singers and Laredo Community College Mixed Choir concert, “A Musical Journey Through Easter,” Saturday, April 2 at 3 p.m. in the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public. Students interested in advancing their degree coursework at TAMIU can register for Maymester, Summer Sessions I, II, III and Fall 2011 courses, starting Monday, April 4. As part of its 90th Anniversary Gala, Laredo’s Table is now bequeathing an impressive archive of historic scrapbooks that traces its storied history to the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library’s Special Collections and Archives. The gift presentation will take place Wednesday, April 6 at 10 a.m. in the Killam Library, room 203. TAMIU will remember fallen alums, comrades and students at the first “Celebration of Life” memorial observation Wednesday, April 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall. TAMIU financial aid officials say this year’s letters will not provide a full indication of possible awards, as State funding levels for some assistance programs have yet to be determined. This year’s awards letters reflect the uncertainty of the time. In life, the late Dr. Ruby South Lowry was a healer of many. Now, a new scholarship endowment at TAMIU will help to insure a new legacy of healers can follow her historic lead. The Dr. Ruby South Lowry Endowed Scholarship Endowment will provide student scholarships for pre-med or pre-veterinarian students at TAMIU. It is funded by a generous gift from Dr. Lowry’s grandson, local banker and rancher Albert T. Lowry and his wife, Diana S. Lowry. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_03-31-11.mp3 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:23:04 -0500 Education no 00:06:28 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of March 24, 2011. The Laredo Theatre Guild International (LTGI,) in cooperation with TAMIU, presents Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy “The Importance of Being Earnest” at TAMIU's Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre Thursday March 24- Saturday, March 26 at 8 p.m., with matinee performances at 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Students who want to take an active part in what goes on at TAMIU should take the opportunity to apply for the 2011-2012 Student Government Association (SGA) Officer Elections. The application is available for download at www.tamiu.edu/studentaffairs. Deadline to apply is Friday, March 25, 2011. TAMIU’s Third Annual “The Big Event,” a day-long student volunteer day, will take place Saturday, March 26, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Slaughter Park, located at 200 N. Stone. Students interested in advancing their degree coursework at TAMIU can register for Maymester, Summer Sessions I, II, III and Fall 2011 courses, beginning April 4. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_03-24-11.mp3 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:46:27 -0500 Education no 00:04:29 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of Feb. 10, 2011. Bringing with him nearly four decades of concertizing experience, Dr. Anton Nel is the next artist featured for the Texas A&M International University Steinway Series Sunday, Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. in the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall. Texas A&M International University hosts “The History and Music of Benjamin Franklin’s Colonial America,” Sunday, Feb. 20 at 3 p.m. in the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall. Delve into worlds seen and unseen in the new exhibit “Deep in the Heart,” on display through Thursday, March 24, 2011 at the Texas A&M International University Center for the Fine and Performing Arts’ Gallery. Admission is free and open to the public David Gergen, advisor to four United States presidents, senior political analyst for CNN and Harvard University professor will make a rare public appearance at Texas A&M International University on Thursday, Feb. 24 at 8 a.m. for a special morning lecture and breakfast. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_02-10-11.mp3 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:37:44 -0600 Education no 00:04:16 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar about life at TAMIU for the week of Jan. 27, 2011. More than 300 local and area middle and high school students will glimpse into their possible futures at the first TAMIU Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) Day. Two ethnic ensembles from the Escuela Nacional de Música in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, will perform at the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall on Friday, Jan. 28 from 1 - 3 p.m. Spend an evening delighting in artwork created by local artists at the upcoming reception for the exhibit, “Deep in the Heart,” at the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Gallery Thursday, Feb. 3 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. TAMIU will present a film screening of “The Longoria Affair” and a rare opportunity to interact with the filmmaker Tuesday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Student Center Auditorium. David Gergen, advisor to four United States presidents, senior political analyst for CNN and Harvard University professor will make a rare public appearance at TAMIU Thursday, Feb. 24 at 8 a.m. for a special morning lecture and breakfast. For over 24 years, cutting-edge research on international trade has been shared with global academicians and researchers with the continuous publication of The International Trade Journal by the TAMIU A. R. Sanchez, Jr. School of Business’ International Trade Institute. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-27-11.mp3 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 09:36:28 -0600 Education no 00:07:04 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of Jan. 20, 2011. High school students eyeing an engineering or science future may want to take part in a new and progressive robotics competition, the “FIRST® Tech Challenge,” taking place at TAMIU March 26. Teams are now being formed. The Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) wants to know what you think about how the LPO could improve its concerts, raise attendance and reach a wider audience. Gary Leyendecker, president of Leyendecker Construction, provided a gift of $40,000 earlier this week in support of a summer engineering program for TAMIU students. Put on your maroon shirt and get ready for “Spirit Week” at TAMIU starting Sunday, Jan. 23 through Thursday, Jan. 27. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-20-11.mp3 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 17:02:35 -0600 Education no 00:04:19 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of Jan. 13, 2011. The Laredo Theatre Guild International production of “Agnes of God,” John Pielmeier's gripping murder mystery, premiere’s at TAMIU tonight at 8 p.m. in the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts' Sam Johnson Experimental Theatre. The TAMIU College of Education is hosting the Seventh Annual Dual Language Conference this Friday and Saturday, Jan. 14 and 15 at the University. Please note in your calendars that University offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, in a State-authorized observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-13-11.mp3 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:39:19 -0600 Education no 00:03:07 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of Jan. 6, 2011. University offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, in a State-authorized observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In an effort to better recognize Texas A&M International University students who embody “Dustdevil” spirit, two TAMIU students will be selected by their peers as “Mr. and Ms. TAMIU” this spring. Hit your own high notes this year by sharing your musical talents in the new Laredo Municipal Band. Housed at TAMIU, the Laredo Municipal Band aims to bring together music enthusiasts of all levels and ages to perform in a city-wide band. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_01-07-11.mp3 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 16:47:33 -0600 Education no 00:03:01 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of Dec. 16, 2010. The TAMIU Young Dancers, a group with performers ranging in age from two to 60 will share excerpts from “The Nutcracker Suite” Friday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theatre. Admission is free of charge and open to the public. The newly-formed Laredo Youth Choir, will highlight the Young Pianists and Singers Recital on Tuesday, Dec. 21, at 7:30 p.m., at the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall. Admission is free of charge and open to the public. Go ahead and play action-packed video games with your kids during the winter break. According to Texas A&M International University video game expert Dr. Christopher Ferguson, action-game-playing-youth whose parents are involved in game play and supervision are most civically involved. TAMIU offices will close for the holidays at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 23. University offices will reopen on Monday, Jan. 3 at 8 a.m. http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_12-16-10.mp3 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:37:20 -0600 Education no 00:05:19 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education Texas A&M International University Weekly news, information and events calendar, including Spanish language news, about life at TAMIU for the week of Dec. 9, 2010. Some of TAMIU’s strongest partners in the creation of our campus, programs and scholarships will provide commencement remarks to Fall 2010 candidates for graduation at Saturday’s Commencement Exercises at 10 a.m., 2 and 6 p.m. at the University’s Kinesiology-Convocation Building. More than 530 students are candidates for undergraduate or graduate degrees. TAMIU ranked as the top state institution with 64.28 percent of its total fiscal year 2010 eligible expenditures, more than $5 million a year, spent with Historically Underutilized Businesses. A majority of TAMIU voted for their support for fee changes for the 2011-2012 year after the close of three-day online voting Dec. 2. Both proposed fees passed. Registration for the Spring 2011 Semester is available at http://schedule.tamiu.edu/ Classes begin Tuesday, Jan. 18 http://www.tamiu.edu/podcast/iTAMIU_12-09-10.mp3 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:24:02 -0600 Education no 00:04:37 Laredo Texas International University Students Higher Education