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Dear University community,

I hope all are enjoying a fun (or restful) Spring Break. This time-honored tradition across the nation’s campuses provides a rare respite from the Spring semester -- and often creates memories we treasure for a lifetime. Upon your return, rested and refreshed, let’s all dive back into a full University experience, complete with activities, lectures, and chances to continue to grow.

• On Tuesday, March 22 at 7 p.m. you can enjoy the seventh installment of its Diverse Cultures, Diverse Humanities Lecture Series with a virtual lecture titled, "Straight Talk about the Nword." Dr. Neal Lester, Foundation Professor of English and Founding Director of the multiple award-winning Project Humanities initiative at Arizona State University, will present the virtual lecture. Learn more.
• On Wednesday, March 23 at 10:30 a.m. get a rare glimpse into the world of TV screenwriting and join TAMIU alum Philip Balli (’13) for Coffeehouse Wednesday, sponsored by the TAMIU Office of Career Services. Phillip has served in various positions in TV writers' rooms for shows such as Fargo (FX) and Parasite (HBO). He’s currently working on the story for an indie project with an all-remote game studio. Find out more at careerservices@tamiu.edu, or call 956.326.4473.
• Our first-ever offering of The Human Library is Thursday, March 24 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. in the Killam Library Great Room. This is a fascinating, participatory activity where you’ll have a chance to meet human “books” representing marginalized communities, providing first-hand awareness and insight that challenges prejudices and stereotypes through dialogue. I encourage all to attend.
• Regrettably, last week’s Diverse Cultures, Diverse Humanities speaker series event featuring Ms. Angelica Docog lecturing on “Polish Immigration to Texas” was cancelled --- we are looking into a a possible rescheduling of the event and will alert you should that be possible.
• Intrigued by AI? Does cybersecurity ring true for you? Curious about Full Stack Web Development? All are part of a series of fee-based Boot Camps offered by the University’s Office of Continuing Education. Find out more on the Continuing Education website.
• Mandatory randomized surveillance COVID-19 testing for all members of the University community: students, faculty, and staff is underway. Emails notify you of your selection for testing. Once selected, you have 72 hours to test on campus at no charge. There are consequences for non-compliance. Please review your University email account regularly.
• Let’s continue the use of recommended face coverings/masks, in addition to practicing distancing and rigorous hand-washing.

Enjoy your Spring Break safely and wisely. Travel back home to TAMIU with care. And Seniors, Graduation is just ahead!

Go Dustdevils!

- Pablo Arenaz, Ph.D., President

TAMIU Announces Spring Break Observance

While classes are suspended Monday, March 14 – Saturday, March 19, TAMIU offices remain open through 5 p.m. Thursday, March 17. Offices will be closed Friday, March 18. Classes will resume and offices reopen Monday, March 21.

Additional Hours of Operation

• The Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library remains open throughout the week of Spring Break daily, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• The Kinesiology, Wellness and Recreation Center will be open daily, Monday – Thursday from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., but will be closed March 18 - 20.

TAMIU's 'Diverse Cultures, Diverse Humanities' Series Presents Virtual Lecture 'Straight Talk About the NWord' March 22

Dr. Neal Lester, Foundation Professor of English and Founding Director of the multiple award-winning Project Humanities initiative at Arizona State University, will present the virtual lecture. The lecture is free and open to the public. This presentation considers the word’s “continually shifting use” through the complex discourse of American race relations, ultimately gauging more broadly the fundamental role of words, history, language, and performance to construct identities.

Attend TAMIU's All Majors Career Fair Wednesday, March 23

Dustdevils are invited to network and connect with organizations for full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities with both local and nationally-recognized companies.

Tips for the Career Fair:

• Get your resume ready and uploaded into Handshake
• Prepare your elevator pitch
• Polish your interview skills
• Dress appropriately - the dress code for this event is business professional

Upcoming Art-Centric Workshop Happening Thursday, March 24

An informative art panel will focus on strategies to maintain an art practice after completing a degree. The panel is free and open to the University community. For more information, contact Josias Figueirido at josias.figueirido@tamiu.edu.

TAMIU Presents First-Ever 'The Human Library' Thursday, March 24

The Human Library® is, in the true sense of the word, a library of people. The upcoming Human Library event will be held at Texas A&M International University’s (TAMIU) Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library – Great Room. During the event, members from both the University and Laredo community will serve as “Books” and share their life experiences and stories to attendees or “Readers.” The event is open to the community and made possible in part by a grant from Humanities Texas.

TAMIU's 'The Big Event' Scheduled for Saturday, March 26

Each year, The Big Event brings together the combined efforts of TAMIU student volunteers working together to provide community service. Continuing the impactful work completed during our Fall 2021 'Make A Difference Day,' this year's Big Event is happening at the Las Palmas Trail and Los Dos Laredos Park.

Take a look at last year's 'Make A Difference Day' Recap at the Las Palmas Trail, located in the heart of downtown Laredo.

Students, Faculty and Staff Members interested in volunteering can sign-up via the link below.

Asteriod Impact and the Death of Dinosaurs Topic of Upcoming Lecture Wednesday, March 30

Dr. Sean Gulick, co-chair of the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas, will speak on the Chicxulub Asteroid impact on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, During two sea expeditions, Dr. Gulick’s team drilled thousands of core samples of the rim of the Chicxulub Crater to uncover a detailed geological timeline of the events following this impact. In this exciting presentation, Dr. Gulick will explain details from these core samples.

Upcoming Chancellor's Summit on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Slated for Friday, April 8

The 3rd Annual Chancellor's Summit on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will be delivered virtually Friday, April 8 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Participation in the virtual Summit is free and is open to all faculty, staff and students of any Texas A&M University System institution. This exciting event brings together thought leaders and key stakeholders from across the A&M System to examine challenges and strengthen our collective D&I effort.

For more information, including the detailed schedule, speaker bios, and a complimentary registration link, please visit: https://www.eventleaf.com/e/tamus-dei-summit-2022

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.

• Dustdevils Drop Game Three To Chaps: Read More
• Garcia, Smith Help Dustdevils Split With Cameron: Read More
• TAMIU Drops Two To Lubbock Christian To Open Series: Read More

Upcoming Events

• Coffeehouse Wednesday with Guest Presenter Philip Balli '13: Wednesday, March 23 at 10:30 a.m. | Learn More
• TAMIU AIRES Deep Dive Series: Tuesday, March 29 at noon | Learn More
• Shopify 101.: Wednesday, March 30, 10 a.m. | Learn More

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