TAMUC Students Take Second Place in Film Competition
Students in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences & Arts at Texas A&M University-Commerce teamed up to create a film that took second place in the Broadcast Education Association's Film 168 Student Film Competition. The students' film, “Soda Boy,” finished second out of 10 submissions from universities nationwide. Those who worked on the project include:
• Producer and Editor: Ashley Fordinal
• Director, Editor and Writer: Molly Chavez
• Writer: Paisley Jacques
• Crew: Aliyah Sabir and Beamer Murphy
• Actors: Daryl Brown and Casey Bass
• Faculty Advisor: Dr. Tony DeMars
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Finance Student Secures Internship with Toyota
Mariah Dempsey, a Finance major at East Texas A&M University set to graduate in May 2026, recently secured a coveted internship with Toyota—an opportunity that will allow her to deepen her understanding of the auto and mobility industry while working with one of the world’s most respected companies.
Mars Crater Naming Honors Renowned Planetary Scientist, Former ETAMU Professor Dr. Kit Blount
The honor recognizes Dr. Kit Blount’s legacy as a planetary scientist who helped map the Red Planet, and her lifelong commitment to STEM education.
ETAMU to Celebrate Largest Graduating Class of All Time on May 9 & 10
More than 1,600 East Texas A&M University students are poised to break a record as the largest graduating class in the 135+ year history of the university at commencement ceremonies scheduled for Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10.