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Apr '04
29
Nevárez prepares for final commencement ceremonies of presidency
The University of Texas-Pan American commencement ceremonies are set for May 7-8 and will feature more than 1,500 graduates preparing to receive their degrees at the UTPA Fieldhouse. The ceremonies will also mark UTPA President Miguel A. Nevárez's final graduations of his presidency.


High school students participate in computer science contest at UTPA
The Department of Computer Science at The University of Texas-Pan American organized the 14th Annual High School Programming Contest Saturday, April 17 at the UTPA Engineering Building.


UTPA singers receive high honors in competition
UTPA singers participate in South Texas Chapter meeting of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) at Texas State University in San Marcos April 3 and came home with several high honors.


Apr '04
28
Nursing Department initiates Alumni Association with open house May 12
In celebration of the birthday of Florence Nightingale and the 35th anniversary of the nursing program at The University of Texas-Pan American, the Nursing Department is initiating its first UTPA Nursing Alumni Association open house May 12.


Apr '04
27
UTPA sponsors second annual Creative Writing Institute
The University of Texas-Pan American English Department will sponsor its second annual Creative Writing Institute in conjunction with High School to University Services June 1-7, 2004.


Apr '04
22
Alumni and Faculty Excellence Awards announced at April 15 banquet
Three outstanding faculty members, one academic department and a distinguished alumnus from The University of Texas-Pan American were recognized at the first jointly held Alumni and Faculty Excellence Awards Banquet April 15 at the University Ballroom.


Apr '04
21
Exhibit recognizes Nevárez contribution to LSAMP program
The Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) at The University of Texas-Pan American is holding an exhibition of the program this April in recognition of UTPA President Dr. Miguel A. Nevárez’s contributions to the program. The exhibit, located in the Math Lab at MAGC 3.510, also highlights research done over the past 11 years by participants in LSAMP’s student research program.


Apr '04
19
UTPA work study students recognized at luncheon
UTPA work study students recognized at luncheon


Finalists for UTPA presidency named by UT System Board of Regents
The University of Texas System Board of Regents announced seven finalists Monday, April 19 for the presidency of The University of Texas-Pan American to succeed Dr. Miguel A. Nevárez, who is stepping down this year after 23 years as the University’s president.


Apr '04
15
UTPA hosts Pan American Days 2004
The University of Texas-Pan American hosts numerous activities and events during Pan American Days 2004, April 13-16.


Apr '04
14
Will writing seminars held for UTPA faculty and staff
Will writing seminars held for UTPA faculty and staff


Apr '04
13
Students search for jobs at fair
The UTPA Student Employment Services Program held a Student Employment Job Fair Tuesday, April 13 as part of National Student Employment Week, April 12-16. The week – designated by the National Student Employment Association – recognizes the importance and contributions of the student employee in the workforce.


Apr '04
8
UTPA to celebrate National Student Employment Week, April 12-16
The University of Texas-Pan American will celebrate National Student Employment Week, April 12-16.


An Evening of Excellence celebrates 2003 Honor Roll Schools of South Texas
Twenty schools from the Rio Grande Valley were honored at The University of Texas-Pan American March 30, during the Texas Business and Education Coalition – Just for the Kids 2003 Honor Roll Schools of South Texas dinner.


Apr '04
7
UTPA Alumni Association hosts Pan Am Golf Classic April 23
UTPA Alumni Association hosts Pan Am Golf Classic April 23


Apr '04
6
BCM president visits with UTPA Premedical Honors College students and administrators
Baylor College of Medicine President Peter G. Traber visits with UTPA and Premedical Honors College students and administrators April 6 at the International Trade and Technology Building.


Twenty-fifth annual honors convocation recognizes student scholars and leaders
Twenty-five years ago, The University of Texas-Pan American President, Dr. Miguel A. Nevárez, then vice president of student affairs, initiated the first Awards and Recognition Convocation and reception recognizing outstanding scholars and student leaders. On Sunday, April 4, Nevárez presided over his last as the University’s president before a crowded Student Union Theater filled with the honorees and their families and friends.


UTPA’s student health services awarded national accreditation
Student Health Services at The University of Texas-Pan American was recently awarded accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC), a national organization based in Chicago that accredits ambulatory health care organizations. UTPA’s Student Health Services is one of only six student health centers accredited in Texas.


Oracle implementation plan on target; CRM goes live June 2004
A portion of The University of Texas-Pan American’s new Oracle based computer systems and processes will soon “go live” as the University enters the next phase of the $10 million, multi-year implementation plan to replace and enhance the University’s current administrative and new student and visitor services computer systems.


Lacks donates $25,000 to establish Horacio Peña endowed scholarship
Horacio Peña was a hard working, dedicated and loyal employee well-liked by his company and its customers. When he died at the age of 59, his employer, Lacks Valley Stores, wanted to do something to honor him. This honor was bestowed on Peña March 29 when Lacks presented The University of Texas-Pan American Foundation a check for $25,000 to establish the Horacio Peña Endowed Scholarship.


UTPA Honors Program to host Spring Fling fundraiser April 24
UTPA Honors Program to host Spring Fling fundraiser April 24


Apr '04
2
UTPA students vote “yes” for new wellness-recreation center
A referendum for the establishment of a new Wellness-Recreation Center on The University of Texas-Pan American campus is one step closer to becoming a reality.


Five UTPA accounting students win regional competition in Houston
A team of five accounting students from The University of Texas-Pan American won a regional audit case competition held in Houston March 26. The competition was co-sponsored by KPMG, one of the four largest accounting firms in the world, and the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA).