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May 13, 2025

University News and Updates

Spring 2025 Commencement

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2025! For more information on spring 2025 commencement and links to the live stream visit Graduation Services.

Tuesday, May 20 | Freeman Coliseum

10 a.m. | College of Arts and Sciences

3 p.m. | College of Business & College of Education and Human Development

Don’t wait! Use your voice to build the future at A&M-SA

Time is running out to let us know what you think about the future Student Union and what it can mean for our campus community. Check your A&M-SA email or click the link below to participate. Your voice matters. We look forward to hearing from you. The survey will close on May 14.

Upcoming Events

SA Ready to Work Intake Session

Learn more about the City of San Antonio's Ready to Work initiative, which helps community members complete their degree or training certification and ultimately land employment in a high-demand industry.

Learn about:

• Financial Assistance
• Eligibility
• Financial Support
• Case Management Services
• Targeted Industries
• Approved University Degree Programs

Visit the RTW website to review the documents needed to complete your intake.

Thursday, May 15 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Central Academic Building, 223

Senior Celebration: Jaguar Sunset Send-Off

Spring 2025 Graduating Seniors!

Celebrate your last night on campus with family and friends with a special send-off dinner. Tickets are $15 per person. Please ensure you purchase your ticket(s) here for this event! Graduates are limited to 5 tickets per graduate (you + 4 loved ones).

Monday, May 19 | 7-8 p.m. | Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.

Vista Room

Visit JagSync for more upcoming events.

University Highlights

University Drives Nearly $300 Million in Economic Impact in Bexar County

A&M-San Antonio generated $292.6 million in economic impact for Bexar County in fiscal year 2022-23. This is nearly double its impact from just four years ago. This growth reflects the University’s expanding role in the region, supporting the equivalent of 3,200 jobs through operations, student spending, and alumni earnings.

University Advances Teacher Preparation with Enhanced Certification Approval

A&M-SA has been selected as one of the first institutions approved to offer the new Texas Teacher Residency Preparation Route, a year-long program designed to better prepare future educators through mentorship and hands-on experience. Launching this fall, the residency leads to an Enhanced Standard Certificate from the Texas Education Agency and aims to improve teacher readiness and retention.

University Softball and Golf Teams Make it to RRAC Tournament

Jaguar softball and men’s golf teams advanced to the Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) Tournaments. The softball team, making its fourth appearance in five seasons, entered the tournament as the fifth seed, while the men’s golf team builds on a record-setting year, including Jacob Pena making history as the University's first golfer to win an individual championship.

University Closes Out Fiesta with Festival de Cascarones

Nearly 7,000 guests gathered on campus for the 13th annual Festival de Cascarones on May 4, celebrating the close of Fiesta with a vibrant, family-friendly event. The party featured carnival rides, live Tejano music, food, games, and colorful cascarones for the whole San Antonio community to enjoy.

University Offering New Scientific Scuba Diving Course

The University is launching a new Scientific Diving Course this Maymester, offering students hands-on training in scuba-based biological and environmental research. Led by Dr. Fernando Calderon-Gutierrez, the course combines classroom instruction with fieldwork at local lakes and a behind-the-scenes visit to SeaWorld.

Check out A&M-SA Today for more University news and featured stories.

Reminders

Purchase your 2025-2026 Academic Year Parking Permit

The 2025-2026 Academic Year Parking Permits now available for purchase.

What do I need to do?

Visit the Parking and Transportation Services webpage for more information on permits, parking maps, FAQs and more.

Resident students: If you do not see the resident parking permit on the parking portal, please contact the Parking and Transportation Servies at (210) 784-2277.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Parking and Transportation Services at parking@tamusa.edu.

¡ADELANTE!

The digital edition of the Spring 2025 issue of ¡ADELANTE!, the official magazine of Texas A&M University-San Antonio, is now available!

Read feature stories here and keep an eye out for the printed version.

Visit the Student Resource page for more.

Student Resources