Inspired by her time at A&M-Commerce, Ms. Dona Julian Cassel, set to work on a poetic tribute to her alma mater. Cassel, who has a B.S. in elementary education (1967) and a M.A in English (1971), is a retired educator.…

Great universities, like Rome, weren't built in a day. Contrary to what some think, erecting buildings is the easy part. But beautiful campuses do not a great university make. Assembling a great faculty is an important part of the equation.…

For Ted R. Crim, his allegiance and commitment to his alma mater began the day he graduated. “Since graduating in 1970 with a bachelor's degree, and in 1971 with a master's degree, I have felt a deep sense of pride…

Many wonderful alumni and friends have helped make the new music building a reality. Among that group of treasured supporters is Richard Ellison. In addition to purchasing the rights to name an entire row of 22 seats in the Finney…

Dr. Harold Murphy, a dedicated father, professor and member of his community, was a pioneer in the field of counseling education who spent his life working to improve the lives of others. In honor of Dr. Murphy's memory, his daughters…

1930s Charlene Melba King (B.S. '38, M.S. '40) 8-1-11 1940s Stanley H. Fox (B.B.A. '48) 4-30-11 Denver Walker (B.S. '42) 7-21-11 William M. Johnston (B.S. '49, M.Ed. '60) 7-21-11 1950s Louise Nance Coker (B.S. '51) 7-16-11 Iris Anne Davis (B.S.…

Texas A&M University-Commerce has launched several initiatives in South Korea in order to further globalize the campus. At Konkuk University (student population of 28,000) in Seoul, the university has created a special program whereby 150 Korean students will participate in…

Former Texas Comptroller John Sharp has been officially named chancellor of the Texas A&M University System. “I am truly honored and humbled to have the opportunity to lead this great university system,” says Sharp, a 1972 graduate of Texas A&M…

Humanities, Social Sciences & Arts Dr. Sal Attardo was named dean of the College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Art. Prior to his appointment, Attardo served as interim dean and department head of literature and languages. Attardo will oversee the…

by Sara De La Rosa  |  Photo by Jared Horn Texas A&M University-Commerce welcomed a new residence hall to the southwest corner of campus this fall, the first step toward transforming the on-campus community. “We want to create an environment…

With an honest smile, a penchant for storytelling and tireless zeal, Congressman Ralph Hall represents all that is good in Washington D.C. There's no one I'd rather work for in Washington D.C.,” said Dee Duncan, Hall's executive assistant. “Congressman Hall…

The Foundation Board welcomed seven new members during the 2010-11 academic year who will help lead the foundation in its fundraising and stewardship efforts. Together, they hope to ensure that the university supports its students in a way that exceeds…

On a recent trip to Washington, I had the opportunity to visit Congressman Ralph Hall, our long-serving representative for the Fourth Congressional District. About halfway through our very pleasant conversation, the congressman leaned forward in his chair and said in…

Teaching was never a goal for Dr. Edgar Manton, A&M – Commerce Regents professor of business administration and management information systems. He would have been satisfied with a life-long career at NASA. As the chief of the Planning and Technical…

Throughout the year, our development team is blessed with opportunities to visit with students, alumni and friends of the university. With each visit, we become increasingly aware of how this university has impacted each of you, and how it continues…

At Texas A&M University-Commerce, giving back in big and small ways is a way of life on campus-especially for the 48 percent of faculty and staff that are proud to call themselves Bridge Builders. For Michael Taylor, assistant custodial supervisor,…

The Faculty Senate presented awards to faculty members April 15, including three new awards for faculty exemplifying the values represented by Professor Mayo's creed: “ceaseless industry, fearless investigation, unfettered thought.” According to Dr. LaVelle Hendricks, Faculty Senate president, the awards…

Andy Kroll, Kappa Sigma Brothers Raise Funds for Memorial Scholarship Andy Kroll, an Honors College senior, along with his Kappa Sigma fraternity brothers raised $2,600 last fall in memory of Malorie Elise Bullock, an A&M – Commerce student who died…

Faculty, staff, students, and community members gathered together this spring for the 2011 Relay for Life. This annual event spurred creative fundraising activities throughout campus including bake sales, holiday grams and kiss-a-pig contests. All funds were donated to the American…

Students from The East Texan and the radio and television program competed March 30 through April 2 in Fort Worth for the 2011 Texas Intercollegiate Press Association (TIPA) spring convention. The East Texan competes in Division 3 of the newspaper…