Office of Student Conduct and Community Engagement

Make a Difference Day

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 500 + 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.

Save the Date
10.18.25

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The Big Event

What is the Big Event?

The Big Event stands as TAMIU students' premier one-day service initiative. Annually, more than 500+ TAMIU volunteers unite each spring, demonstrating gratitude to the Laredo community through various 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.

Save the Date
03.28.26

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!

Apply to Become a Team Leader

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 various 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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Past Partners

• TAMIU Student Government Association Leaders Organizing Volunteer Events (L.O.V.E.)
• City of Laredo
• Keep Laredo Beautiful
• Arca Continental
• American Red Cross
• Feed My Starving Children
• Visit Laredo
• Laredo Main Street
• Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center
• Rio Grande International Study Center
• Volunteers Serving the Need
• Habitat for Humanity
• The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo
• Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center
• Laredo Animal Care Services
• South Texas Food Bank
• Azteca Economic Development and Preservation Corporation
• Laredo Housing Authority