DMC announces Winter Commencement Keynote Speaker Melissa Torres
College taps Nurse Education major Melissa Torres as keynote speaker with student’s role during commencement being first in memorable history, Torres “walking the stage” with peers, too, as part of Class of Fall 2025.
Doctoral Student, Amberly Zaragoza, Wins First at National Research Meeting
Zaragoza worked on this research while still a master’s student at TAMUK. She graduated and is now in the doctoral program at Texas Tech.
Texas Gov. has Plan to Abolish School Property Taxes
The governor must first win over lawmakers who have rejected similar proposals. The state may have to backfill more than $17 billion for school funding alone.
DMC Cosmetology Program launching new Associate of Applied Science degree
No matter where you go, beauty is big business.
Texas A&M University System Approve Dr. David Ramirez as Regents Professor
Texas A&M University System has approved the designation of 17 faculty members as Regents Professors and 13 agency service, extension and research professionals as Regents Fellows.
First Alice CMA Cohort Recognized by Jim Wells County Commissioner’s Court
The 10-person cohort were given their certificates of completion and recognized by Jim Wells County Judge Pete Trevino.
Javelina Skill Trades Academy Impacting Lives
At the Javelina Skilled Trades Academy, the Tunchez father-son duo are getting opportunities as both are enrolled in its 15-week National Center for Construction Education & Research.
Del Mar College and Tesla Partnership to Boost Skills
The internship offers early-career opportunities for students to gain industry experience while developing their expertise through higher education.
TAMUK Accepts Largest Gift Donation in the University’s History
Texas A&M University-Kingsville has announced a landmark $38 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
Texas Education Chief met with Turning Point USA
The meeting happened days before Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick pledged $1 million to help establish chapters of the conservative student group on every Texas college and high school campus.
Two DMC Biotechnology Students Earn “Award for Excellence” for Research
The Viking pair were among representatives from more than 240 community colleges from across the nation; both students took steps toward innovation in selected research focus.
TAMUK Dedicates Music Building in Honor of Dr. Steven H. Tallant
Tallant served as the 19th TAMUK president from 2008 through 2019, during which time he was instrumental in obtaining approval for the $60 million Music Education complex.
NEC Continues Annual Commitment to Youth Through Scholarships
Each year, NEC selects high school juniors to participate in the Government-in-Action Youth Tour.
Texas A&M Paid Former President $3.5 Million After He Resigned
Welsh had pushed for a full payout of the remainder of his contract, something that appears to have been a source of tension between Welsh and top administrators, records show.
Hernández Steps Into Prestigious Chair
Officials at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute (CKWRI) at Texas A&M University-Kingsville have announced that Dr. Fidel Hernández has agreed to move into the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Chair for Wildlife, Livestock and Habitat Interactions positions.
Texas Higher Education Enrollment Reaches All-Time High
Student enrollment at Texas colleges topped 1.6 million as of fall 2025, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Texas A&M-Kingsville Announces Broadband Workforce Development Award
Texas A&M University-Kingsville hosted a special event to announce a preliminary award that will support training and workforce development for the state’s broadband workforce.
Harrison vs. Higher Ed
State Rep. Brian Harrison has been on a crusade against Texas universities, scouring course catalogs and university websites for examples of “gender ideology.
Local Student Makes Impact in D.C. with TAMU System Scholars Program
The program offers hands-on experiences that will help students understand the role policy plays in various industries.