7 This study quantifies TAMIU’s economic contribution to Webb County using IMPLAN Input/Output (I-O) modeling. IMPLAN combines comprehensive economic databases with sophisticated modeling software to estimate both direct and indirect economic effects. The model calculates impacts through industry-specific multipliers, local purchase coefficients, and other economic relationships, providing a detailed picture of the University’s economic footprint in the region. TEXAS A&M INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY and The Webb County Economy As Webb County’s largest higher education provider, Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) significantly influences the regional economy. This study provides a comprehensive assessment of TAMIU’s economic impact by analyzing how spending by the University, its employees, students, and alumni generates additional economic activity throughout Webb County. The analysis draws on data from multiple sources for Fiscal Year 2024. This includes institutional data from TAMIU leadership (Vice Presidents of Finance and Administration, Institutional Advancement, Enrollment Management, and Academic Affairs), as well as external data from the Texas Higher Education Coordination Board (THECB), the U.S. Census, and IMPLAN economic modeling data. This section establishes the foundational context of TAMIU’s relationship with Webb County through key institutional data that underlies our analysis. TAMIU EMPLOYEES In FY24, Texas A&M International University served as a major employer in Webb County, with a total workforce of 1,778 individuals. This includes 687 full-time staff members, 779 part-time personnel, and 312 faculty members, as shown in Table 1.1. The entire workforce resided within Webb County, contributing directly to the local economy through their spending and participation in the community. TABLE 1.1: Employee Data, FY 2024 Source: TAMIU Staff & Administrators 687 Part-Time Employees 779 Faculty 312 Total Employees 1,778 1 https://wallethub.com/edu/e/college-rankings/40750 2 https://washingtonmonthly.com/2024-college-guide/best-bang-for-the-buck-rankings-south/ 3 https://www.niche.com/colleges/texas-a-and-m-international-university/ 4 https://www.intelligent.com
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