University Highlights

Dr. Salvador Hector Ochoa Named Sole Finalist for University President

The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents announced Dr. Salvador Hector Ochoa as the sole finalist for president of Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Dr. Ochoa currently serves as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at San Diego State University. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University and a South Texas native. Read more.

University Celebrates Spring 2023 Graduates

More than 600 A&M-San Antonio students walked the stage at the spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies. The events served as an unforgettable celebration of success and a reflection of the University's commitment to fostering excellence in education. Read more.

A&M-SA Students to Attend S-STEM Scholars Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Four undergraduate students were invited to participate in the 2023 S-STEM Scholars Meeting, in Washington, D.C., this September. Korina Alcantara, Danielle Bragg, Destiny Guerra and Kailynn Wells will share their experience and research outcomes with others from around the country. The research topics at A&M-SA revolve around water resources and aquatic science. In 2021 the National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded A&M-SA a five-year S-STEM scholarship program to cultivate undergraduate scholars with scholarships and research training. The project will award 55 scholarships by 2026 and consists of eight faculty mentors across multiple disciplines. The program is at the tail end of the two-year cohort. Each year, the program selects students majoring in STEM programs and provides faculty-mentored immersive research experiences.   

Korina Alcantara, Computer Information Systems Major

Danielle Bragg, Biology Major

Destiny Guerra, Water Resources Science and Technology Major

Kailynn Wells, Biology Major

Congratulations to this year's recipients! 

Communications Internship Course Launches Graduates’ Journalism Careers

After bonding during their first semester at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, Sarah Cervera and Lily Celeste interned together at KSAT 12, and in June, they will launch their broadcast journalism careers at KRGV Channel 5 in the Rio Grande Valley. Read more.

Professor Featured in Podcast: Science Before the Storm

Microbial Muses: Finding Inspiration for Student Reading and Research Through Microbiology

Dr. Davida Smyth shares her journey as a first-generation university student from Ireland to the United States. Dr. Smyth talks about how seeing bodily fluids in the clinical lab inspired her to pursue a career in science. She also stresses the importance of taking advantage of opportunities, approaching your professors, building classes around students' needs, and making science relevant. Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Dr. Francis X. Galan Book Talk

On June 24, Associate Professor of History, Dr. Galan, will be discussing his discoveries about the history of Mission Dolores while preparing to write his book on the East Texas missions and presidios founded in our region during the Spanish colonial period.



Dr. Galan’s book, "Los Adaes: the First Capital of Spanish Texas", won the 2022 book award from the Texas Old Missions and Forts Restoration Association and in March 2023, won a book award from the San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation. Learn more about this book talk event.

Third Annual PRIDE Picnic

Annual Bike Rodeo

Bike Rodeo Volunteer Opportunity

For more upcoming events and activities check out the campus calendar.

A&M-SA and SAFC Exclusive Season Offer

Calling all Texas A&M University-San Antonio students, faculty, staff and alumni! Enjoy exclusive discounts on tickets through this link for the entire 2023 regular season with San Antonio FC.

For questions or assistance, please contact Erika Moulder EMoulder@sanantoniofc.com

The Mesquite: Student Organizations Receive Grant Opportunity

The Mesquite: Program aims to encourage Alamo College students to transfer to A&M-San Antonio

Express News: A&M-San Antonio has new president, a South Texas native and expert on Latino education

KHOU-11:Former foster youth overcomes challenges to earn college degree

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The Growler Summer Schedule

The campus newsletter is shifting to a once-monthly summer schedule beginning June 1. Be on the lookout for University updates and Jaguar events this summer on the second Tuesday of each month. 

June 13, July 11, August 15

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