Fifteen Texas A&M University-Commerce Visual Communications students represented the university at the 27thCreative Summit April 5 and 6. This event is a creative design competition for college students to submit their artwork and campaigns to a panel of judges for…

On April 26, Texas A&M University-Commerce undergraduate student, Sravan Vemuri, will participate in the Texas Undergraduate Research Day at the state capitol in Austin. Vemuri was chosen by the organizers of A&M-Commerce's Annual Research Symposium to represent the university at…

The Keith D. McFarland Science Building was officially named on March 22, 2013. Before a packed lobby and gallery, the alumni, faculty, staff, and students of A&M-Commerce honored President Emeritus McFarland whose tenure in the university's highest office marked an…

Slated to open in the fall semester of 2013, this new four-story, suite-style residence hall is designed to meet the needs of today's independent student. Each suite has two bedrooms, a living room, sink area, and a bathroom with shower.…

The A&M-Commerce Rayburn Student Center (RSC) is breaking ground yet again after its creation only four short years ago. “The fact that we have to add on after only four years, says something about our growth and student involvement,” said…

An outdoor amphitheater was constructed and opened for use in fall 2012 from what was formerly known as The East Circle. This area was built as an additional space for student organizations to host events and celebrations. Bleacher-like seating was…

The goal of the University Master Plan is to create a high quality campus environment that bespeaks the university's mission of teaching, research, and public service. It will serve as a basis for making decisions, to improve operational efficiency, and…

Dr. Henry H. Ross, instructor in the Department of Health and Human Performance, was recently chosen as the President-Elect for the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (TAHPERD). TAHPERD is one of the largest membership-driven organizations in…

Dr. Carrie Klypchak, Director of Theatre Graduate Studies and Associate Professor of Theatre in the Department of Mass Media, Communication and Theatre, has been named the University Theatre Educator of the Year in the state of Texas by the Texas…

The Texas A&M University-Commerce Music Department is hosting Believe It Anyway! at 7:30 p.m. April 26 in the Jack and Lou Finney Concert Hall in the music building. This is a collaborative project with motion pictures by Paul Bryan, Creative…

On Thursday, April 12, over 300 student workers and faculty were brought together by the offices of Financial Aid and Career Development for the 3rd Annual Student Appreciation Reception. The event took place outside the One Stop Shop with refreshments,…

The Dr. Keith D. McFarland Science Building. During his distinguished 39-year career at Texas A&M University-Commerce, Dr. Keith D. McFarland served the university as a full professor, Head of the Department of History, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research and,…

Other presentations by Librarians during the 2012-2013 Academic Year: “Speed Weeding: Improve Your Library Collection in 5 Hours a Week” Emily Witsell and Dr. Scott Lancaster at 2012 Library Without Walls Conference in Tulsa, Ok, November 2012. “Digital Popcorn: Making…

John Kaulfus has assumed the position of Assistant Vice President and Dean of Campus Life and Student Development. He has 24 years of higher education experience and holds a bachelor's degree in social work and counseling and a master's degree…

(Class of 1975) earned her bachelor's degree in home economics in preparation for her career in business. She now serves as the Director of Public Affairs for Atmos Energy Corporation overseeing public affairs managers throughout Texas. Before joining Atmos, Doyle…

(Class of 1976) grew up in the construction industry and received his bachelor's degree in industrial technology with a double major in architecture and business management. In 1976, he began working for his father-in-law's company, Dee Brown Masonry, Inc., and…

(Class of 1968) taught and coached at the middle school and high school level for twelve years. He was a board member of the Dallas Coaches Association for four years, and during that time, he was the youngest head coach…

(Class of 1973) completed her bachelor's degree in biology and sociology and went on to begin her career as a laboratory technician at Parkland Memorial Hospital. However, the isolated nature of the work was not well-suited to this lively alumna's…

Dr. Carrie Klypchak teaches acting, directing, and performance theory courses and directs productions for the University Playhouse. “There is no doubt that my students at A&M-Commerce made this award possible,” said Dr. Klypchak. “It is a privilege to work with…

By Roberta Vassallo Vaughn Wascovich's passion for photography started when he was 13 years old. At that time he was interested in building Second World War plastic models. One day, while walking in the mall, he ended up in the…