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Dear University community,

• This past weekend saw a flurry of activity from dance to on-campus runs. New York City-based Ballet Nepantla presented a stunning celebration of ancestral heritage and Día de Muertos with their concert Mística, at the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Theater. Thanks to the College of Arts and Sciences for making their return performance possible.
• Also Saturday, we saw some "undead" students come alive at the fun and first-ever 3K Zombie Run. This looks like something that might become an October tradition here on campus.
• Speaking of traditions, it’s time for Maroon Madness on Tuesday, Oct. 18, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Kinesiology and Convocation Building (KCB). The first 1,200 students get a free commemorative T-shirt, and there will be chances to win Beats headphones, a gaming console, gift cards, a flat screen TV and…drum roll…free tuition. Don’t miss out, and come and show your Dustdevil spirit.
• Student members of the Student Government Association Political Action Committee have organized two events to get to know candidates for City Council and Mayoral races. A City Council Town Hall Event is Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. A Mayoral Town Hall event follows Thursday, Oct. 20 at 6:30 p.m., also in the Student Center Ballroom.
• You’re likely deep into research this time of the semester, and the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library has a new addition to its research family…and you could say it’s really Primo. That’s the name of the new Library Catalog and a powerful search tool that you can access on the Killam Library homepage. Find out more with this short video tutorial or this blog link.
• We continue to observe National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. We’re proud to be a part of this national observance focused on learning about the latest ways to protect the University, and our friends and families online. Find more information here.
• Early voting on campus begins Monday, Oct. 31 through Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily in the Western Hemispheric Trade Center lobby (WHTC). Please exercise this most precious of rights.
• As is our annual tradition, TAMIU will host the 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s here on campus on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022. Team TAMIU seeks additional members from the University community of students, faculty, administrators, staff, and alumni to join us in this worthy cause that impacts so many. Join Team TAMIU here.
• Please note that COVID-19 continues to be a threat here, across our State, nation, and world. The use of recommended face coverings/masks, and rigorous hand-washing can help reduce your exposure risk. Learn more about on-campus testing.
• Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. As the disease also remains a threat to college campuses, TAMIU students are encouraged to remain informed about the disease. Monkeypox Information specific to colleges and universities is available on our COVID-19 Response Center website.

Let’s all have a great week, and Go Dustdevils!

- Pablo Arenaz, Ph.D., President

TAMIU Hosts First-Ever Program Review for Air Force Office of Scientific Research Initiative

Some 50+ program students from TAMIU and universities around the State attended the first-ever 2D Materials and Manufacturing Workforce Development Program Review by the Air Force Research Laboratory - AFRL. Event attendees included Llayron L. Clarkson, Jr., president of Clarkson Aerospace Corporation, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar and various Air Force military representatives. The program builds on participating universities’ STEM offerings with highly technical and critical skillsets needed by the modern military to help secure national security.

Maroon Madness Happening Tuesday

Meet our TAMIU Athletics Men’s and Women’s basketball teams and coaching staff during Maroon Madness Tuesday, Oct. 18. The event includes contests and prizes. Doors open at 8:15 p.m. but you'll want to join us for the pre-game festivities, starting at 6 p.m. on the front steps of the Kinesiology-Convocation Building. The event is free and open to the public.

Make A Difference Day this Weekend, Saturday, Oct. 22

This Saturday, Oct. 22, TAMIU students, faculty, and staff will gather for a day of service benefiting their local community as part of Make a Difference Day. During this year’s service-oriented event, volunteers will focus on tree planting and beautification at North Central Park.

Here's a look last year's Make a Difference Day activity

All Majors Career Fair Scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 25

Our upcoming All Majors Career Fair, happening Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Student Center Ballroom, counts on the support of some 35+ employers! During the Fair, employers will meet with prospective employees to discuss current hiring needs, qualifications for job openings, required certifications needed and any job-related questions.

TAMIU Athletics Update

TAMIU is a member of the Lone Star Conference and competes in 11 sports: volleyball, men's and women's basketball, men's and women's cross country, softball, baseball, men's and women's soccer, and men's and women's golf.

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• TAMIU Cross Country Races At DBU Invitational: Read More

Upcoming Events

• Guest Speaker Dr. Gabriela Leon-Perez: Building Your Graduate Career - Monday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. | Learn More
• ACE Workshop: How to Build Self-Confidence in Learning? - Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. | Learn More
• S.J.L.S. Conscious Coffee Hour: Blackface & Cultural Appropriation - Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 4:30 p.m. | Learn More 
• Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium Schedule | Learn More
• TAMIU Small Business Development Center Events | Learn More

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