Alumni Success
Former TAMUC CFO Becomes ‘Lion for Life’ with Emeritus Honor
A ceremony was held on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce on Jan. 26 in recognition of Lion alum and former Chief Financial Officer Alicia Currin, who was recently honored with an Emeritus distinction by the Texas A&M University System…
A&M-Commerce Alumna Making Big Plays in Professional Athlete Management
In her Dallas office, Brandy Runyan fondly recalls her time in the Health, Kinesiology and Sports Studies graduate program at Texas A&M University-Commerce.
These days, she's the owner and chief executive of Black Diamond PR & Sport Management Firm, an…
TAMUC Alumna Named Provost and Vice-President at University of Central Oklahoma
A recent article in the The Oklahoman announced that A&M-Commerce alumna Dr. Charlotte Simmons has been named provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at the University of Central Oklahoma. Previously, Simmons served as the co-interim vice president for Academic…
Author and TAMUC Alumna Presents at Cleburne MLK Celebration
A Cleburne Times Review article announced that Kimberly D. Mathis, author and A&M-Commerce alumna, was a featured presenter at a virtual Martin Luther King Jr. program at East Cleburne Community Center in Cleburne, Texas. Mathis discussed her book, “Dope Girl,”…
Governor Names TAMUC Alumna to State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently appointed A&M-Commerce alumna, Sanjeeta Singg, Ph.D., to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists for a term set to expire in 2025. The board regulates the practice of psychology in the state of Texas.…
Governor Names TAMUC’s Brumley Chair of State Board of Social Worker Examiners
Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently appointed Brian Brumley, an employee and alum of Texas A&M University-Commerce, as chair of the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Brumley has served on the board—which regulates the practice of social work in…
Alumna’s Estate Gifts $975,000 to A&M-Commerce Planetarium and Chemistry Program
The late Georgia Mae Waters Dorrough gifted $975,000, through her estate, to the College of Science and Engineering at A&M-Commerce.
The Georgia M. Dorrough Planetarium Endowment, the Georgia M. Dorrough Planetarium Maintenance Endowment, and the Georgia M. Dorrough Endowed Chair…
Lion Alum Receives Texas Farm Bureau Recognition
Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Ben Scholz was recently named a recipient of the Pioneer Award from Texas Farm Bureau. Scholz received the award along with 13 others across the state for their contributions to agriculture and the organization, through service…
TAMUC Alum Joe Castillo Leads Garland ISD in Hispanic Mentorship Organization
North Garland High School head coach Joe Castillo was recognized in a recent Garland ISD newsletter as a local leader who is raising awareness for Latinos seeking leadership roles.
Castillo serves as vice-president of the Hispanic TXHSFB Coaches Association, which…
A&M-Commerce Alumna Named Rookie Science Teacher of the Year
The Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT) recently named Cheyenne Hunter as its Rookie Science Teacher of the Year. Hunter earned her bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce, specializing in mathematics and science.
Hunter teaches sixth-grade science at O. Henry…
Accomplished TAMUC Alum Highlighted in WLUC-TV Article
WLUC-TV in Michigan featured a story about A&M-Commerce alum Kia Jane Richmond, Ph.D.
Richmond is an English professor at Northern Michigan University who has been selected as the faculty speaker for NMU's virtual commencement ceremonies on December 6.
According to…
A&M-Commerce Alum Named Deputy CEO of Carevide
A&M-Commerce alum Michael Glas was named deputy CEO of Carevide on October 1, 2020. According to an article at EGreenvilleExtra.com, Glas has worked with Carevide for more than eight years in employee and consulting roles.
Glas graduated from A&M-Commerce in…
TAMUC Alumnus Publishes New Novel
Local author Jim Ainsworth recently published a new book, “His Way.” The novel is set in a small Texas town that is shrouded in mystery.
A book launch celebration is planned at Mugs on the Square in Commerce, Texas, on…
Alum Codie Hedge Promoted to President of Graham Savings and Loan
A&M-Commerce alum Codie Hedge was recently promoted to president of Graham Savings and Loan SSB, a bank in Graham, Texas. In his new role, he will oversee management and lending operations. Hedge is a Graham Chamber of Commerce ambassador and…
A&M-Commerce Alum Named Texas Teacher of the Year
Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Eric Hale made history after being named Texas Teacher of the Year by the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) and Texas Association of School Boards (TASB).
The announcement came September 30 during the annual TASA/TASB…
Jane Cowley Memorial Endowment Provides Scholarships to Future Library Science Professionals
The Jane Cowley Memorial Endowment honors the late Lou “Jane” Cowley, a respected A&M-Commerce alumna and committed educator. Ms. Cowley’s husband, alumnus Jessie “Harold” Cowley of Sulphur Springs, Texas, established the endowment to recognize and memorialize Jane’s impactful 35-year career…
A&M-Commerce Alum Appointed to State Council Position
Texas A&M University-Commerce alum Erin “Amanda” Bowdoin was recently appointed to the Rehabilitation Council of Texas by Governor Greg Abbott, along with three others. The Rehabilitation Council works under the Texas Workforce Commission to advocate for Texans with disabilities in…
A&M-Commerce Alum Appointed to Texas State Independent Living Council
Melva Henderson, a graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce, was recently appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to the State Independent Living Council. The council, founded in 1989, is tasked with partnering, developing and monitoring a comprehensive state plan that develops…
Several former A&M-Commerce Agribusiness students placed in top doctoral programs
A significant number of Texas A&M University-Commerce alumni have been placed in some of the top doctoral programs in the nation. Five recent A&M-Commerce Agribusiness graduates are currently continuing their studies in the field. The recent graduates include:
• Artak…
A&M-Commerce Alumna Featured on The Digital Hacker Agency Podcast
Tatiana Chamorro was recently featured on The Digital Hacker Agency Podcast, a digital marketing podcast. Chamorro graduated from A&M-Commerce in May 2020 with a master's degree in marketing. The Nicaraguan native described her path to founding Hyvemark, an innovative marketing…