After completing my final project, which required me to eavesdrop on bilingual speakers, for a General Linguistics course, I promised to never code-switch again.”It sounds horrible, improper, and tacky,” I thought.Little did I know, however, that the task was impossible. Without any conscious notion, Spanish and English words rolled off […]
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Local author Roger Rodriguez shares newest work
Editor’s note: Rodriguez is a graduate student at TAMIU who is pursuing a master’s degree in English. What follows in an excerpt from his recently published novel, “The Grass Beneath His Feet: The Charles Victor Thompson Story.” Charles Victor Thompson indeed holds a most conspicuous distinction. He is the only […]
Administrators hold final hearing on tuition and fee hike
On Friday, Jan. 16, the final hearing to discuss proposed tuition and fee increases at TAMIU was held at the Student Center rotunda. Speakers included Vice President for Finance and Administration Juan J. Castillo and TAMIU President Dr. Ray Keck. Tuition for a student taking twelve cumulative hours has been […]
Bands give rocking performances at Autmus Fest
This year Autmus Fest overflowed with fans eager to experience the up-and-coming bands showcased Saturday night. The acts ranged from rock to country to pop and even tejano. Supaphat, a veteran rock band of the Autmus, gave the audience an explosive performance, just as expected.”The first time we played was […]
Women’s soccer team faces crushing losses, players speak out
As I sat on the blazing hot metal bleachers and witnessed the opposing team score with ease, I thought I was at my nephew’s Little League game. Despairing because the outcome of the game was out of my control, I feared looking up at the scoreboard, but I did anyway. […]
TAMU-CC students showcase their talent in 140 Something
Several graduate art students from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) showcased their artwork, sculptures, photography, ceramics and printmaking at the university’s Center for the Fine and Performing Arts on Oct. 23. Veterans in the TAMU-CC art department, along with up-and-coming artists, conveyed a blend of personal experience and growth through […]
Hoops Madness a slam dunk!
The crowd stood, roared, and waved their hands as local rapper KC Luna, a.k.a. the Blind Queen, free-styled in the center of the gym during the school’s second annual Hoops Madness on Saturday, Oct. 18.Hoop Madness is an event where students have the “opportunity to showcase their talent,” said Stephone […]
Autmus Fest continues to deliver live entertainment
Hosted by the TAMIU Alumni Association, the 4th annual Ford Autmus Fest rocked the campus on Oct.11, allowing students, families, and friends to experience the ongoing tradition.”I like it because it’s a social gathering with good music and a different culture,” said junior Sociology major Ignacio Garcia. “It’s about many […]
Dance students share their creativity and passion in fall concert
On Friday, Nov. 21, the Fine and Performing Arts Department held its annual Fall Dance Concert, which featured TAMIU dance students and faculty performing flamenco, disco, modern, ballet, and jazz. Admission to the event was $5 per person and free for children 10 and under; proceeds from the event will […]
Community relishes fun and prizes at Halloween Festival
The pumpkin carving contest, best horror scream, slimy-worm contest, and costume contest were some of the events held at the 2008 Halloween Festival.”This event was a combined effort, and because we are a large commuter campus, we try to provide events that bring students together,” said Miguel Treviño, Associate Director […]