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The UTRGV College of Engineering and Computer Science launched its first Ph.D. program in Materials Science and Engineering at an inaugural reception on Sept. 17 at the Ballroom on the Edinburg Campus. University and Valley leaders along with officials from the National Science Foundation were in attendance to usher in the new doctoral program. “This is a momentous and historic event for our College and University,” said Ala R. Qubbaj,…

MFE Becomes Official UTRGV Vaqueros Airport

October 2, 2023

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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Department of Intercollegiate Athletics scored a touchdown on Sept. 28 with a new partnership designating the McAllen International Airport as the official airport of the UTRGV Vaqueros. The announcement came during a press conference held at the McAllen International Airport. “We’re all very excited about this new partnership, especially for our student-athletes who will benefit most of all,” said Joaquin “J.J.” Zamora, McAllen…

LNG Puts Brownsville On Global Map

October 1, 2023

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The official word finally came in late June with the announcement that Houston-based NextDecade was building an $18 billion-plus liquefied natural gas plant at the Port of Brownsville. For port executives and community at-large leadership, the announcement was a combination of relief and elation in definitively knowing they overcame all obstacles and last-minute legal challenges. Site work began the same day of the announcement. The dirt started moving on the…

UTRGV Ranks First In Texas For Value

September 27, 2023

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Degreechoices.com has ranked UTRGV highly in several categories, including first among Texas public universities for best relative economic value. Degreechoices.com has also ranked UTRGV third for best colleges in Texas and third in the nation for MSW programs. Additionally, the university ranks fifth for bachelor’s programs in criminal justice. Overall, UTRGV ranks 15th in the nation (seventh among national public schools), just behind Rice. The ranking for value is detailed in an…

Vice President Represents STC On National Stage

September 26, 2023

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South Texas College Vice President of Advancement and Economic Development Rodney Rodriguez is among the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities’ 2023-2024 HACU Leadership Academy Fellows cohort. HACU’s Leadership academy or La Academia de Liderazgo annually selects 50 fellows from throughout the United States. It is designed to increase diverse representation in executive and senior-level positions in higher education. “I am profoundly honored and incredibly thrilled to have been selected as one…

Edinburg Chamber Welcomes New Leadership Edinburg Class

September 25, 2023

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The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Edinburg Steering Committee recently welcomed Leadership Edinburg Class XXXV, a group of 29 individuals poised to take on the transformative leadership program. According to the chamber, the class members have demonstrated their commitment to personal growth and community betterment. The program began on Sept. 7 with a luncheon at 492 BBQ. The event provided the Leadership Edinburg members with an opportunity to network…

Nursing Student Forges Path With VIDA

September 21, 2023

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For Weslaco resident Martha Zuniga, the distance to her destination holds little significance; what matters is reaching it. “The journey can be 1,000 miles away,” Zuniga said, “but you begin with one step.” Zuniga’ journey began in 2008 when she became a certified nursing assistant while in high school. After graduation, she took the next step by becoming a certified medical assistant. “My parents always said that education is the…

McAllen ISD Superintendent Search Underway

September 19, 2023

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The McAllen ISD Board of Trustees gave the green light to advertise for a permanent superintendent following a board workshop on Sept. 11. The board’s consensus was to fill the position this fall. Before that happens, the Board of Trustees want to gather feedback from the public. “The role of the superintendent is pivotal in shaping the educational trajectory of our district,” Board President Debbie Crane Aliseda said. “This is…

VIDA Receives $100K To Support College Completion Strategies

September 18, 2023

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Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement is a grant recipient of the Trellis Foundation to continue enhancing career pathways for low-income students. This general operating support for VIDA is among $2.5 million total in grants for 26 Texas community-based organizations providing direct impact services to support students in college completion. “We are immensely grateful to the Trellis Foundation, for selecting VIDA as a recipient of this $100,000 grant,” said Felida…

SpaceX Readies Starship For Second Launch

September 15, 2023

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Category Archives: Featured

UTRGV Launches Materials Science And Engineering Ph.D.

MFE Becomes Official UTRGV Vaqueros Airport

LNG Puts Brownsville On Global Map

UTRGV Ranks First In Texas For Value

Vice President Represents STC On National Stage

Edinburg Chamber Welcomes New Leadership Edinburg Class

Nursing Student Forges Path With VIDA

McAllen ISD Superintendent Search Underway

VIDA Receives $100K To Support College Completion Strategies

SpaceX Readies Starship For Second Launch