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UTRGV School of Optometry advances with affordable tuition, $41.3 million investment

Monday, August 17, 2026 — The University of Texas System Board of Regents on Thursday approved tuition and fees for UTRGV’s new Doctor of Optometry program, along with $41.3 million in Permanent University Fund (PUF) bond proceeds for new academic and clinical ...

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From Campus to Coastline: Alumna builds career in tourism marketing for South Padre Island

Thursday, August 13, 2026 — UTRGV alumna Dennise Hernandez works as the social media and international affairs specialist for Visit South Padre Island, promoting one of her favorite childhood destinations to visitors across Texas and northern Mexico.

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UTRGV students, researchers and community unite to monitor emerging agricultural pest

Friday, July 31, 2026 — Researchers from UTRGV and Texas A&M are working with the USDA to monitor the potential spread of the Central American Locust.

Members of the UTRGV School of Medicine's Class of 2030 celebrate during the annual White Coat Ceremony. A male smiles big as he puts on his white coat. Two men assist with the coat.

A White Coat and a Promise: UTRGV School of Medicine welcomes the Class of 2030

Saturday, July 25, 2026 — On Saturday, 56 members of the UTRGV School of Medicine Class of 2030 donned their first physician's white coats during the university's annual White Coat Ceremony in Edinburg, officially beginning their medical education.

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IDEA Public Schools and UTRGV launch innovative autism early intervention program to serve Rio Grande Valley families

Thursday, July 23, 2026 — IDEA Public Schools, in partnership with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, announced the launch of Classroom IDEAL (Individuals Dedicated to Excellence, Achievement and Learning for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder). This ...

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