Students, faculty, and staff reacted differently to the news of Dr. Ray Keck’s performance evaluation as university president.Keck received a 51 percent approval rating, according to the Laredo Morning Times. He was scored on concern for student welfare, maintenance of faculty morale, appointing effective and qualified administrators, and other aspects […]

The Writing Center’s Voices in the Monte Writers Series presentation on Nov. 14 featured readings, a book signing, and a talk on craft by fiction writer and former TAMIU professor Mary Sue Galindo, a Laredo native.The presentation was split into two segments, with Galindo speaking in the morning and again […]

Hi everyone. Finals are among us. Good luck to everyone. I hope you enjoy the well-deserved holiday break. If you are graduating, congratulations. The world is filled with endless possibilities within your reach. All you have to do is want it and go for it.I want to remind everyone to […]

University residents strut their talents on-stage at the Housing Idol on Nov. 18.

#8220;I feel honored and excited at the prospect of delivering this year’s commencement address since it means having the opportunity to represent so many people up on that stage-the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Language and Literature, our university’s communication program and, especially, The Bridge,” said senior […]

For the first time in history, 80s new wave band A Flock of Seagulls shared the stage with Latin Grammy Award winners Los Palominos Saturday, Oct. 6 at the Ford AutMus Fest. The musical event’s extraordinary bill also included Turbo 350, The Flamin’ Hellcats, Girl in a Coma, Vallejo, Tex-Mex […]

Have you ever wanted to anchor the nightly news, D.J. at a radio station, or perhaps handle public relations for your favorite sports team? All these jobs can be within your reach with a communication degree. The Department of Language & Literature’s Communication program, in conjunction with Dr. Lynda Brown’s […]

A new autobiography by former Mexican president Vicente Fox presents a much different picture of his relationship with President George W. Bush than the one the White House presented during his tenure in office. Revolution of Hope blasts the presidency of Bush, whose two terms in office coincided with much […]

Last week at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland, several GOP presidential contenders participated in yet another debate. Aired on PBS and hosted by Tavis Smiley, the event was hailed as a “black issues debate.” However, the four frontrunners-former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson, Arizona […]

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee said Sunday he would make a strong Republican opponent to Democratic frontrunner and former Arkansas first lady Hillary Clinton in a race for the presidency. Huckabee said his nomination would set up a sharp contrast between the two and energize voters toward the Republican ticket. […]