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Feb '00
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UTPA to hold auction March 20-23
The University of Texas-Pan American is offering surplus property for sale to the general public March 20-23. Items will be sold “as is” via means of sealed bid with the sale being awarded to the highest bidder. Deadline for submitting bids is at noon on Thursday, March 23.


Feb '00
25
Nevárez honored as premier
The 32nd annual Fiesta Edinburg kicked off Thursday night with a formal dinner honoring University of Texas-Pan American President Miguel A. Nevárez as the inaugural "Don Fiesta."


Feb '00
24
Congressman Rubén Hinojosa attends grand opening of UTPA Teacher Recruitment Center
Congressman Rubén Hinojosa (D-TX) was the guest of honor Thursday as The University of Texas-Pan American College of Education officially opened the South Texas Quality Recruitment, Retention and Assistance Center.


UTPA students study potential of parsley to prevent cancer
At The University of Texas-Pan American, a biochemistry professor and some of his undergraduate and graduate students are studying whether parsley can prevent some forms of cancer.


Feb '00
23
UTPA Student Union and General Classroom/Computer Center construction continues
The sounds of heavy machinery can be heard throughout The University of Texas-Pan American campus, marking progress on two buildings that will cater to student needs.


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18
Valley residents believe public schools doing satisfactory job, UTPA survey indicates
Rio Grande Valley residents believe their schools are doing an adequate job of teaching students, according to a recent survey by the Center for Survey Research at The University of Texas-Pan American.


Annual UTPA Financial Aid Fair draws strong turnout
Hundreds of current and prospective students at The University of Texas-Pan American attended the eighth annual Financial Aid Fair on Friday at the Health and Physical Education II Gym.


UTPA awarded $1.9 million grant for financially challenged freshman
The University of Texas-Pan American was recently awarded a $1.9 million grant by the Texas State Legislature in the Toward Excellence Access & Success (TEXAS) Grant earmarked for tuition money for financially challenged freshman.


UTPA volunteers lend a helping hand in construction of new RioScape Discovery Park
Monica Trevino, a graduate student and part-time worker in the Retention Office at The University of Texas-Pan American, usually can be found behind a desk on Fridays, filing away a seemingly endless stack of documents.


UTPA's Rehabilitative Services Program awarded $500,000 grant
The University of Texas-Pan American’s Rehabilitative Services Program was recently awarded a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education.


UTPA HCOP summer application deadline approaching
High school seniors who plan on majoring in the health or allied health fields are encouraged to participate in a special Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) offered at The University of Texas-Pan American.


Duke Energy contributes $30,000 to assist service centers at UTPA Annex
The University of Texas-Pan American accepted a $30,000 contribution Monday from Duke Energy Foundation to benefit service centers housed at the University Annex.


Serna to present novel on Mexican-American families
Dr. Hilda Serna will present her book, The Eagles’ Destiny: A Saga of Mexican-Americans Soaring to Excellence, on Feb. 24 at The University of Texas-Pan American.


UTPA to host South Texas Construction Conference March 9
A look at opportunities for business growth in the South Texas region in the new millennium will be the focus of the “South Texas Construction Conference: Building in the 21st Century” on March 9 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The University of Texas-Pan American Annex.


Mexican novelist to present work at UTPA
Mexican novelist David Toscana will present Tula Station on Feb. 16 at The University of Texas-Pan American.


Career Placement Services provides students with job assistance
Students are invited to visit The University of Texas-Pan American Career Placement Services for assistance with part-time employment during school and job placement after graduation.


UTPA hosts 27th Annual Career Day March 7
More than 100 corporations, government agencies and school districts are expected at The University of Texas-Pan American March 7 for the 27th annual Career Day.


State Rep. Kino Flores to speak Feb. 15
State Rep. Ismael “Kino” Flores, D-Palmview, will address higher education and appropriations at noon Feb. 15 at The University of Texas-Pan American Center Ballroom.


UTPA Dance Ensemble to perform Spring Dance Concert
The University of Texas-Pan American Dance Ensemble will present its Spring Dance Concert Saturday, Feb 12 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. in the UTPA Fine Arts Auditorium.


UTPA to host Financial Aid Fair Feb. 18
The University of Texas-Pan American is hosting the eighth annual Financial Aid Fair on Friday, Feb. 18 at the Health and Physical Education II Gym.


The University of Texas-Pan American receives technology grant from Wal-Mart
EDINBURG – The University of Texas-Pan American today announced the institution is one of six colleges and universities chosen to receive a donation of computer hardware and software to help students gain practical experience in data warehouse technology. New systems with this capability carry a current list price of approximately $7 million.


UTPA conference to focus on communication disorders
A panoramic view of current trends, demographic indicators and clinical challenges for the next millennium will be the focus at the “Intervention in the 21st Century: Meeting the Challenges of a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse World” conference Feb. 5 at The University of Texas-Pan American.


Retired UTPA history professor to speak at next Faculty Forum Feb. 2
Dr. David Vassberg, retired professor of history, is scheduled to speak on “The Rise and Fall of Stockholm, Texas; A Swedish Colony on the Rio Grande” at the next Faculty Forum at noon Wednesday, Feb. 3, at the Tower Club in McAllen, 200 S. 10th St., Suite 1700.


UTPA staff, students participate in teleconference with Argentine university
University of Texas-Pan American officials and students joined Rio Grande Valley elected officials and business leaders in a unique teleconference Thursday with a similar contingent from Blas Pascal University in Córdoba, Argentina.


Feb '00
17
UTPA receives $1.5 million EDA grant
EDINBURG – Congressman Rubén Hinojosa (D-TX) announced a grant of $1.5 million to The University of Texas-Pan American during President Clinton’s recent trip to the Rio Grande Valley.


Feb '00
16
RGV Border Senior Games Come To UTPA March 11-13
In an effort to promote the health and fitness of senior citizens in the Rio Grande Valley and statewide, The University of Texas-Pan American, The Border Health Coordination Office, South Texas Healthcare Systems, Inc. and other organizations are sponsoring the Rio Grande Valley Border Senior Games March 11-13.


UTPA one of 11 universities nationwide to receive Microsoft grant
Microsoft Corp. today announced grants to 11 African-American and Hispanic universities across the country – the latest in the company’s long-standing effort to increase technology access for students of color.


Feb '00
15
UTPA recognizes five professors for their innovative teaching styles
The University of Texas-Pan American has awarded $2,200 grants to five faculty members who are using state-of-the-art technology and resources to educate their students.


Feb '00
14
Student Government plays Santa for children of UTPA students
EDINBURG – With a little help from The University of Texas-Pan American Adopt-an-Angle program, Christmas was a little brighter for more than 66 low-income Valley children this year.


Lillian Vernon donates toys to UTPA
The University of Texas-Pan American Women’s Empowerment Business Center (WEBC), with the help of the Lillian Vernon Corporation have recently set up a Lillian Vernon Kids Corner for children of women entrepreneurs that routinely visit for counseling and training.


Joy and sadness mark graduation ceremonies
Joy for their achievements and sadness at the loss of one of their own marked the University’s fall commencement Dec 18 at the Fieldhouse.


UTPA Cheerleading Squad win top honors at national competition
For the first time in recent memory, The University of Texas-Pan American cheerleading squad has qualified for a national competition, the 2000 Cheerleading & Dance Team Championship, held Jan. 6-9 at the Walt Disney Resort in Orlando, Fla.


UTPA registration deadline approaching
There is still time to register for spring classes at The University of Texas-Pan American, but time is running out.


UTPA to hold four commencement ceremonies Dec. 18
Twelve hundred graduates are eligible to march in one of four commencement ceremonies Saturday, Dec. 18, at The University of Texas-Pan American Fieldhouse.


UTPA's Adopt-an-Angel program offers low-income children a brighter Christmas
With a little help from The University of Texas-Pan American Adopt-an-Angle program, Christmas was a little brighter for more than 66 low-income Valley children this year.


UTPA University Theatre brings ancient Roman play to town
The University of Texas-Pan American Theatre will present the second show of the season, The Menaechmi, by Platus, Dec. 1-5 at the University Theatre.


UTPA to celebrate 10th Anniversary of UT Systems merger with Night of Lights
The University of Texas-Pan American is celebrating its 10th Anniversary merger with the UT-System on Friday (Dec. 3), with the Night of Lights “Paseo de Musica.”