The University of Texas-Pan American | News

Veteran journalist Lisa Ling speaks at UTPA

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST

On Feb. 2, TV journalist Lisa Ling told her Rio Grande Valley audience that treating everyone with respect, as a human being is the key to her success in telling stories that have impacted many lives.

UTPAdvantage extends its outreach to students

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

As parents and college students you can probably agree that paying for college is a challenge, but for some students at The University of Texas-Pan American, it doesn't have to be. UTPA offers what is called the UTPAdvantage program, in order to make college more affordable.

Baptist Student Ministry: Out with the old, in with the new

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

In 1966, Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) opened the doors to their building on University Drive. Now, 44 years later, this organization at The University of Texas-Pan American begins a new year with a new and improved building.

Ballet Folklórico celebrates 40th anniversary with ALEGRIA 2010

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

Come celebrate the 40th anniversary of The University of Texas-Pan American's Ballet Folklórico with a two-hour, 10-part show enhanced by authentic costumes, special lighting, scenery, and live musical accompaniment. The ALEGRIA 2010, A 40th Anniversary Celebration, concert series will enliven audiences with a fusion of traditional and creative modern footwork, spatial patterns and body postures which will result in high-energy dances packed with innovative style and attitude.

Hauser Communication Research Lab grand opening set for Feb. 11

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

The University of Texas-Pan American will celebrate the grand opening of the Hauser Communication Research Lab Thursday, Feb. 11 at noon. The lab, which is housed in the Communication Arts and Sciences Building, Room 172, was created to enhance student's oral competencies, including developing and assessing students' speaking and presentation skills.

UTPA assists Hidalgo County to develop economic development strategy

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

A kick-off of the strategic planning process for the Hidalgo County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) was held recently at The University of Texas-Pan American.

UTPA awarded $44,000 grant from The U.T. System's Texas Ignition Fund

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

The University of Texas-Pan American has received a $44,000 award from The University of Texas System to go toward the commercialization of a discovery by Dr. Yuankun Lin that provides a more precise, simpler and cheaper fabrication method for photonic crystals used in semiconductors.

William and Barbara Holman donate Book Arts Collection

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

The University of Texas-Pan American Library is the proud recipient of a generous donation of books from William and Barbara Holman of Austin, Texas.

The Best Historical Archaeologists are Here

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

The Rio Grande Valley is a treasure trove of history � most of it buried in the ground.

Dr. Russell Skowronek, professor of history and anthropology at The University of Texas-Pan American, would like to uncover the significant history of this region while inspiring students with the thrill of discovery and writing their own stories.

City of Edinburg works with UTPA to improve drainage issue near campus

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST

The University of Texas-Pan American is working with Edinburg officials to address the rain drainage matter affecting campus. James Langabeer, UTPA vice president for Business Affairs, signed a Memorandum of Agreement Friday, Jan. 8, with Edinburg officials to share the costs of cleaning and repairing the drainage ditch off of Sugar Road, near the UTPA Physical Plant that serves the campus and surrounding area, to allow for better drainage of rainwater.