Dear University community,
- Our commitment to your health, safety and wellness is ongoing. All current safety protocols continue: face coverings, social distancing and regular hand-washing, continue. Find out about on-campus testing here.
- Today, the state of Texas has opened up COVID-19 vaccinations for all adults. Please read my thoughts on vaccination and important information resources.
- Meet the four women who lead TAMIU Colleges or Schools as Deans below, part of our celebration of Women’s History Month here. There’s more on our Dustdevil Diversity site.
- On Wednesday, consider our Social Justice Leadership Series on Transgender Visibility. Details below. Have a great week!
Go Dustdevils!
- Pablo Arenaz, Ph.D., President
Registration Begins Monday, April 5
Registration for Maymester, Summer, and Fall 2021 begins Monday, April 5 at 12:01 a.m. Late registration begins at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, August 23, 2021, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 27.
Registration Schedule
Monday, April 5 and Tuesday, April 6
- Graduate Students
- Seniors (90+ total earned credit hours)
- Honor Students
- Students from the Early College High School
- Students from the Texas Academy of International and STEM Studies
- Student Athletes
- Veterans
Wednesday, April 7
- Juniors (60-89 total earned credit hours)
- TRIO Program Students
Thursday, April 8
- Open registration for all students
TAMIU Highlights Its Four Women Deans During Women's History Month Celebration
At Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), the majority -- or four of the six college or school deans -- are women. TAMIU’s women deans: Dr. Jennifer Coronado, Graduate School; Dr. Claudia San Miguel, College of Arts and Sciences; Dr. Marivic Torregosa, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, and Dr. Barbara Hong, University College, share the challenges they’ve had to overcome as women to reach their positions of leadership.
Tell us about the impact you hope to have on your field, your College and TAMIU.
Throughout my years in higher education, students have often asked me why I pursued a degree in academia. My answer has always been simple—I felt I could make the greatest impact by being an educator. I elaborate by explaining that educating students allows me to foster, build, and empower them with knowledge about the field and the world around them so that they can in turn be in positions to guide future policy decisions.
- Dr. Claudia San Miguel, College of Arts and Sciences Dean
As a woman, have there been challenges you’ve overcome to reach your position in leadership?
As a mother, it was challenging pursuing a doctoral degree, working full time as the CPDT Director, and teaching four classes while raising my two young daughters. They were 2-and 3-years-old when I started my doctoral program. They motivated me to complete my degree as quickly as possible. I was able to finish my Ph.D. program in two and a half years. That experience has given me a deeper connection to our graduate students, many of whom are also full-time mothers and employees.
- Dr. Jennifer Coronado, Graduate School Dean
Why should Women’s History Month be important to all?
Women’s History Month is a celebration of who we are and the worth of our souls. Everyone, male and female, young and old, ought to celebrate our identity because we are all part of the present in the making of our history. Women have walked in milestones that I can only admire from afar. I believe in equitable treatment, the ethics of caring, and doing good to others as you would have others do unto you.
- Dr. Barbara Hong, University College Dean
Tell us about the impact you hope to have on your field, your College and TAMIU.
As a nurse educator and Dean of the College, I hope I would be able to contribute to the preparation of health professionals who are not only equipped with critical thinking skills to problem-solve the unknown health problems of the future, but also individuals who exemplify compassion, kindness, and caring for the populations we serve. It is my hope that together with faculty and students, we may be able to contribute to address health disparities in the region.
- Dr. Marivic Torregosa, College of Nursing and Health Sciences Dean
TAMIU Prof Nominated as a COVID-19 Data Hero for Research Efforts Throughout the Pandemic
Dr. Angelique Blackburn was recently nominated as a recipient of the COVID-19 Data Hero by the internationally recognized Data Access, Transparency and Advocacy Group. The Award aims to recognize individuals who have made data a central element of their efforts and communications during COVID-19.
Upcoming Events
- Social Justice Leadership Series: Transgender Visibility | Wednesday, March 31 at 4:30 p.m.: Learn More
- Managing Time During a Pandemic | Thursday, April 1 at 11 a.m.: Learn More
- LEAP Virtual Information Session | Thursday, April 1 at 12 p.m.: Learn More
