Welcome
President, Texas A&M International University
Welcome to Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a proud Member of The Texas A&M University System. Our campus is one of the State's fastest-growing institutions of higher education and has been a vibrant part of South Texas' dynamic growth and vitality for 55 years.
TAMIU is a nationally ranked and regionally focused university with a rich and proud history of delivering transformative educational opportunities that change the trajectory of our students, their families, and South Texas. The University combines an individualized educational experience with the resources of one of the world’s largest and most prestigious university systems, all located on a vibrant campus at an international crossroad for trade and culture. Our mission at TAMIU is straightforward yet powerful: to transform lives through higher education.
Whether you are a first-generation college student, a transfer student, an international student, or a working professional, TAMIU welcomes you. Our rich University community will provide the support and encouragement needed to ensure student success. This mission as a social catalyst empowers South Texas by connecting regional needs with national and global opportunities. For 55 years, TAMIU has powered the progress and prosperity of South Texas by providing a knowledgeable and skilled workforce to drive economic growth and expand opportunities.
Together with our community and industry partners, the University supports thousands of local jobs and creates bright paths for our students to succeed academically, professionally, and personally. In this way, TAMIU is not just a place of learning, but an engine of opportunity for South Texas and beyond.
Over 9,000 students pursue their dreams of higher education at TAMIU. They are preparing to become entrepreneurs, teachers, and public servants who will lead the economic future of our region.
TAMIU students have something in common... they are ambitious. They want to go beyond and invest in their futures, and that growth mindset will ensure that they are successful now and throughout their lives.
The University must match that ambition, and so we continue to push our TAMIU community to do more, to go beyond. And while we celebrate our 55th anniversary, I cannot wait to see what the coming years will bring for TAMIU.
We remain steadfast in our commitment to growing our academic programs, strengthening workforce partnerships, and positioning TAMIU as a driving force for innovation, talent development, and economic opportunity in South Texas and beyond.
Trailblazer Weekly Bulletin

I am pleased to share today’s TAMIU Weekly Trailblazer Bulletin Monday, March 16, 2026.
Welcome back! I hope everyone had a wonderful Spring Break and had a chance to relax and recharge. Whether you traveled, spent time with friends and family, got caught up on work/assignments, or enjoyed some well-deserved rest, I hope you have returned feeling refreshed and ready for the rest of the semester.
This week, we are kicking things off by celebrating the reopening of our much-loved Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium this Wednesday, March 18 at 3:30 p.m. at the LBV Planetarium. The reimagined space now boasts the latest technology, offering an immersive experience designed to spark curiosity and ignite discovery. Learn more at go.tamiu.edu/planetarium.
Discover TAMIU 2026 is happening this Saturday, March 21 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Our annual celebration features 100+ family-friendly activities for attendees of all ages. We will offer arts and crafts tables, games, live science demonstrations, music and dance performances, and more. We encourage you to bring your friends, family and loved ones to campus Saturday, March 21 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Explore activities at www.tamiu.edu/discovertamiu
Also on the horizon is The Big Event, TAMIU’s annual community service day focusing on the beautification of community spaces. This year, we are once again joined by students, faculty, and staff members from Laredo College, while also counting on support from the City of Laredo, the South Texas Food Bank, and other student-centered and local community organizations from across the city. Get ready to roll up your sleeves! We will see you Saturday, March 28. Volunteers can sign up at go.tamiu.edu/serve.
Have a great week, Dustdevils!
Christopher Maynard, PhD
President
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