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Accident raises concern

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Many questions regarding campus safety remain unanswered after a police report was filed in early February for an auto-pedestrian accident. Since the case investigation is ongoing, police officials handling the incident refused to elaborate on the circumstances that led to the accident.

Auto-pedestrian accident spotlights safety

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

A police report was filed for an auto-pedestrian accident, early February. While the case is on-going, pending investigation, many questions regarding on-campus safety remain.

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Thomas Smith, Texas A&M International University Police Department Captain maintains that auto-pedestrian accidents are uncommon on campus, "This is the first [case] I've known of since I've been here.

Escritura con luz

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Hay visión y empresas como "Escritura con luz" que abre puentes hacia una consolidación de estudiantes de diferentes disiciplinas. -Patricia González Una exhibición de fotografías, poemas y microcuentos se llevó a cabo en el vestíbulo del Edificio de Bellas Artes de la Universidad Texas A & M Internacional.

Five artists explore color and place

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Flowing watercolors, intricate ceramic and figurative works engaged students and community members alike at Texas A&M International University's "Color and Place-Five Explorations" art exhibit Thursday, Jan. 29.

Dr. Ray Keck, President of the university, was present to welcome guests, "I'm so thrilled because the people of Texas built this gorgeous facility at the university and today were using it for exactly that reason, featuring the work of fine artists, and a variety of styles and paintings so the people of Laredo can be exposed to this beautiful art.

Students hustle for Haiti Relief

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Students donate to a worthy cause

Students take a tour of Ghana

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Visiting developed places can educate a student, but visiting developing countries educates the spirit. This past December, Texas A&M International University freshmen enjoyed the holidays at temperatures up to 90F while learning and vacationing in Ghana, Africa.

STWP Hosts Writing Conference

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

One-hundred and six instructors visited TAMIU on November 14 as part of the South Texas Writing Project Fall Conference. Instructors from Laredo and United Independent School District, Laredo Community College as well as TAMIU attended the STWP Fall Conference in an effort to enhance their classroom success.

TAMIU hosting political debates

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Student Government Association in alliance with Political Science Association will be hosting a series of political debates at Texas A&M International University.

The first debate takes place Friday, February 12 at ___p.m. at the Student Center Theater. The debate will spotlight candidates running for County Judge.

Violent Universe premiers at Planetarium

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In a dazzling display of sound and images, Texas A&M International University ushers in a new show at the planetarium entitled, Violent Universe: Catastrophes of the Cosmos. The show opened, Jan. 23 at 5 p.m. to an enthusiastic crowd which was followed by an encore performance at 6 p.

Visiting educators receive warm welcome in Laredo

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

For the past seven weeks, Kim Jongok, also known as Geni and Hong Youngjoo, also known as Jane have spent time in both Laredo and Austin, Texas observing American school systems. Geni and Jane are originally from South Korea and stayed in Laredo with their host family, Dr.

Recordando lo que es ser mexicano en Laredo

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

No hay manera de negar que Laredo es una ciudad con gran influencia mexicana. No sólo es común escuchar español en todos los lugares que frecuentamos, sino que la mayoría de nosotros venimos de México, o podemos decir que nuestros padres, abuelos, bisabuelos o tatarabuelos venían del vecino país. Pero la realidad es que en muchos aspectos estamos tan lejos de México como cerca de él.

Art Exhibit

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Flowing watercolors, intricate ceramic and figurative works engaged students and community members alike at Texas A&M International University's "Color and Place-Five Explorations" art exhibit Thursday, Jan. 29.
Dr. Ray Keck, President of the university, was present to welcome guests, "I'm so thrilled because the people of Texas built this gorgeous facility at the university and today were using it for exactly that reason, featuring the work of fine artists, and a variety of styles and paintings so the people of Laredo can be exposed to this beautiful art.

Cheerleaders prepare for WBCA Parade

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The 112th Washington's Birthday Celebration parade is here once again.

Founded in 1898, the celebration is one of the largest in the United States with over 200,000 attendees from all over the state. This thirty-day party on the border is filled with many festivities including: a carnival, pageantry, parades, fireworks, concerts, and great tasting food.

Deer Dilemma

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

It's approximately 12:45 a.m., Thursday night, or shall I say Friday morning when I leave my dorm to return a Netflix movie I had rented from Wal-Mart two days before.

My roommate decided he'd be so kind as to lend me his very small, 2006 gold Alero being that my vehicle was running low on gas.

Dustdevil basketball face challenges

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The Texas A&M International University men and women's basketball programs have had a roller coaster season this school year. The Lady Dustdevils have been plagued with injuries leaving them with very limited options on the bench. The men's team is also going through a transitional phase.

Writing project enhances classroom success

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Educators learn techniques to increase their success in the classroom during a lecture by the South Texas Writing Project.