SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2024
CANTA RANAS NEIGHBORHOOD
WHAT IS THE BIG EVENT?
The Big Event stands as TAMIU students' premier one-day service initiative. Annually, more than 450+ TAMIU volunteers unite each spring, demonstrating gratitude to the Laredo community through diverse service endeavors like painting, yard maintenance, and litter cleanup, all condensed into a focused four-hour schedule.
HISTORY
In 2009, Texas A&M International University students embraced this impactful service endeavor. Since its inception, The Big Event has become a cherished tradition among students, symbolizing their commitment to community engagement.
2023 - The Big Event at North Central Park
2022 - The Big Event at Las Palmas Nature Trail and Los Tres Laredos Park
2021 - The Big Event Virtual 5K
2019 - The Big Event at the Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center
2018 - The Big Event at the Santo Nino Neighborhood
2017 - The Big Event at the Laredo Housing Authority
2016 - The Big Event at City of Laredo Districts II & III
2015 - The Big Event at the South Texas Food Bank
2014 - The Big Event at the South Texas Bood Bank
2013 - The Big Event at the Volunteers Serving the Need (VSTN)
2012 - The Big Event at the Eistetter Park
2011 - The Big Event at the Slaughter Park
2009 - The Big Event at TAMIU
WHAT IS MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY?
Make a Difference Day stands as the nation's largest single-day volunteering event. Every fourth Saturday of October, millions of volunteers worldwide join forces with a shared goal: to enhance the well-being of others. Annually more than 450 + TAMIU volunteers gather to make a difference in their community.
HISTORY
In 2010, Texas A&M International University inaugurated its inaugural Make a Difference event. More than 150 students assembled to serve the Laredo-Webb community, aiming to create positive change. Today, Make a Difference remains entrenched as a cherished tradition among TAMIU students.
2023 - Make a Difference at Slaughter Park
2022 - Make a Difference at North Central Park
2021 - Make a Difference at Las Palmas Nature Trail
2020 - Make a Difference at the Hanilton Senior Community Apartments
2019 - Make a Difference at the Outlet Shoppes at Laredo
2018 - Make a Difference at Paso Del Indio Nature Trail
2017 - Make a Difference at the Azteca Neighborhood
2016 - Make a Difference at City of Laredo Animal Care Facility
2015 - Make a Difference at Volunteer Serving the Need
2014 - Make a Difference at Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center
2013 - Make a Difference at TAMIU
WHAT IS A TEAM LEADER?
A Team Leader is entrusted with guiding and coordinating a group of TAMIU volunteers. This leader oversees the planning, organization, and execution of various service initiatives aimed at enhancing the aesthetics and well-being of the local community. They inspire and motivate team members, foster collaboration, delegate tasks effectively, and ensure that projects are completed efficiently and to a high standard. Additionally, a TAMIU Team Leader embodies the university's values of community engagement and service, serving as a role model for their peers and embodying a commitment to making a positive impact on the community.
Serve as a Team Leader for BOTH The Big Event and Make a Difference Day and receive a pin to wear on graduation day!
MISSION
The mission of the Student Government Association Leaders Organizing Volunteer Events Committee (SGA L.O.V.E Committee) is to empower and unite the student body of TAMIU through impactful volunteerism. Our committee is dedicated to organizing and facilitating diverse volunteer events that promote civic engagement, community service, and positive social change. We strive to cultivate a culture of compassion, leadership, and collaboration among students, fostering a sense of responsibility towards the betterment of our local and global communities. Through our initiatives, we aim to inspire a lifelong commitment to service and create lasting connections between TAMIU students and the communities they serve.
To join, visit the SGA L.O.V.E Committee’s page on TAMIU Presence.
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RELATED INSTITUTIONAL GOALS/PRINCIPLES
Imperative 1: Students
1.2 Increase enrollment, retention, and graduation rates.
1.3 Prepare students for successful leadership roles.
1.4 Engage students in activities that enrich their lives.
1.5 Provide programs and services that support established student outcomes.
Undergraduate Learning Principle 1: Respective and Expressive Communication Skills
Undergraduate Learning Principle 3: Integration and Application of Knowledge
TAMIU Presence: Civic Leadership (Engagement Stage)
Contact Us
Office of Student Conduct and Community Engagement
5201 University Boulevard, Laredo, TX 78041