2024 | The Newsroom

UTRGV Year in Review

Monday, December 23, 2024
As we reflect on the past year at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, we celebrate a series of remarkable achievements that have shaped our institution and impacted our community.

UTRGV among institutions chosen for Gulf Scholars Program

Friday, December 20, 2024
The Gulf Research Program (GRP) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine announced UTRGV as part of the 2024 cohort for the Gulf Scholars Program.

UTRGV lecturer gains national recognition for innovative experiential-learning program

Friday, December 20, 2024
A UTRGV marketing lecturer is earning national recognition for his innovative program that empowers students to tackle real-world challenges.

Through the Lens at UTRGV: A Year in Photos

Friday, December 20, 2024
As 2024 comes to an end at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, we reflect on the moments captured through the lens of our official campus photographers, David Pike and Paul Chouy.

UTRGV celebrates Fall 2024 Doctoral Graduates at hooding ceremony

Thursday, December 19, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley recently celebrated its Fall 2024 doctoral graduates during its third hooding ceremony held at the Brownsville Campus.

Five UTRGV students named Kemper Scholars

Thursday, December 19, 2024
Five UTRGV students were selected as the new cohort of Kemper Scholars from more than 50 applications this semester.

UTRGV Alzheimer’s disease expert testifies at U.S. House Foreign Affairs hearing

Thursday, December 19, 2024
Dr. Gladys Maestre, director of the UTRGV School of Medicine’s Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center for Minority Aging Research (AD-RCMAR), recently shared her expertise on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) when she ...

Have a holly jolly… workout

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
UTRGV expert share tips on staying fit during the holiday season.

Dr. Alexis Racelis selected as national Rural Innovator, recognized for community and environmental impact

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Dr. Alexis Racelis, director of UTRGV’s Agroecology and Resilient Food Systems program, was selected as one of 14 Rural Innovators by the White House’s Domestic Policy Council. On Wednesday, senior Biden-Harris Administration ...

UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center recognized with national Award of Excellence

Monday, December 16, 2024
The UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center (ECC) earned the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) Award of Excellence in the Engaged University category, recognizing its eBridge Center for Business and Commercialization ...

School Spirit Unmasked

Saturday, December 14, 2024
As the UTRGV Fall 2024 commencement celebrations came to an end on Saturday, Dec. 14, the mystery of the Vaquero mascot’s identity was unveiled.

Cheers to the Class of 2024

Friday, December 13, 2024
More than 2,700 Vaqueros will don caps and gowns over two days of ceremonies during UTRGV’s Fall 2024 Commencement, which kicked off festivities on Friday with two ceremonies and will continue the celebration on Saturday at the same times.

‘No dream is too big’

Friday, December 13, 2024
Deaf since birth, Giselle Lozano is not only earning her degree in Criminal Justice but is also inspiring countless others to believe no dream is out of reach. Driven by a desire to “protect my family and my community from any dangers ...

Ready for the next mission

Thursday, December 12, 2024
For Arturo Montoya, 29, his scholarly path at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley began after serving in Afghanistan, where he was inspired by physical therapists during his recovery from a foot injury.

From Entrepreneurial Journey to Graduation

Wednesday, December 11, 2024
– Sebastian Melendez’s college experience at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has been an entrepreneurial adventure, marked by founding his own company and excelling in numerous business competitions. This weekend, Melendez ...

UTRGV professor awarded NSF grant to enhance medical sensor reliability

Monday, December 09, 2024
Li Zhang, a professor in the UTRGV Department of Computer Science, has received a $260,000 grant for research aimed at improving the reliability of deep learning models that analyze time-series data from medical sensors, crucial in modern ...

UTRGV and TSTC partnership to strengthen training for EMS and physician assistant students

Monday, December 09, 2024
On Monday afternoon, the two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at ensuring a high-quality educational experience for UTRGV’s physician assistant students and TSTC’s emergency medical services (EMS) ...

10 years of counting campus trees – and growing

Friday, December 06, 2024
Every five years, UTRGV students in hard hats and neon yellow vests hug trees for the sake of science. As they wrap their arms and measuring tapes around the trunks, they transform the campus grounds into their classroom and lab.

Serving Our Own: UTRGV School of Medicine’s Student-Run Clinic providing free healthcare services to underserved communities

Thursday, December 05, 2024
In partnership with Clínica María Luisa, the UTRGV School of Medicine's Student-Run Clinic provides Peñitas residents with health care resources they might not otherwise have access to. Under the guidance of volunteer ...

Annual UTRGV Holiday Card Contest celebrates student creativity and holiday spirit

Monday, December 02, 2024
In its 10th year, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s Holiday Card Contest has become a tradition where students artfully capture the spirit of the university during the festive season. The annual contest encourages students to ...

FIESTA Symposium 2024 brings families, culture and science together at UTRGV

Wednesday, November 27, 2024
More than 800 attendees gathered at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for the Family Integrated Education: Serving & Transforming Academia (FIESTA) Symposium.

UTRGV’s endowment surges to $191 million, empowering students to graduate debt-free

Tuesday, November 26, 2024
UTRGV President Guy Bailey announces the university's endowment has surged to $191 million—a 133% increase since 2016—providing more scholarship opportunities and enabling students to graduate debt-free.

UTRGV celebrates Texas Arbor Day with tree planting at Child Development Center

Monday, November 25, 2024
To mark Texas Arbor Day and embrace the Lorax’s important message of caring for the planet, the children at the UTRGV Child Development Center participated in planting a Cedar Elm tree.

Benefits of gratitude beyond Thanksgiving

Friday, November 22, 2024
November is a month of gratitude, and a time when many reflect on their blessings. According to health experts at the UTRGV School of Medicine and UT Health RGV, a positive mindset through gratitude can lead to significant health benefits.

UTRGV climbs to third place nationally in producing new Teach for America corps members

Thursday, November 21, 2024
UTRGV climbed seven spots from last year, according to the 2024 list for schools contributing the most TFA corps members. The university added 28 graduates to this year’s corps, an increase from 19 in 2023, in the large school category, ...

UTRGV’s Zayas celebrated with Texas Association of Bilingual Education award

Thursday, November 21, 2024
Dr. Luis H. Zayas, provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, recently earned the 2024 Texas Association of Bilingual Education (TABE) “Dr. José A. Ruiz-Escalante" Higher ...

Stay prepared this flu season: UT Health RGV health expert talks vaccinations

Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Dr. Laura Manzanilla Luberti, Family Medicine doctor at UT Health RGV, said Valley residents can stay ahead of potential illness by getting vaccinated against the flu, COVID-19, and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Wall Street Journal ranks UTRGV No. 1 in Texas for social mobility and best value

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
For the first time, the Wall Street Journal recognized The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as the No. 1 public university in Texas for Social Mobility and Best Value Public University in its 2025 college rankings.

UTRGV Theatre Dept promises a wild ‘ride’ this season

Monday, November 18, 2024
Get ready to experience an emotional rollercoaster with the UTRGV Department of Theatre’s fall production of “Ride the Cyclone, The Musical.” Running from Nov. 22-24 at the Albert L. Jeffers Theatre on the UTRGV Edinburg Campus, ...

Food truck architect Chef Roy Choi headlines UTRGV’s Distinguished Speaker Series

Friday, November 15, 2024
A trailblazer in the food industry, successful business owner and social activist, Chef Roy Choi shared his inspiring story, experiences and advice at the annual Distinguished Speaker Series event Tuesday evening.

New Regional Security Operations Center opens at UTRGV to enhance cybersecurity for the region

Thursday, November 14, 2024
In a groundbreaking collaboration, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) unveiled the newest Regional Security Operations Center (RSOC), marking a significant advancement in ...

Global perspectives, local impact

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Dr. Mohammed Razzaque, professor of Medical Education at the UTRGV School of Medicine, understands that knowledge is just the first step in making a difference in a medical student's education. He believes that true success comes with the ...

APLU recognizes UTRGV with prestigious Degree Completion Award

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley was awarded the 2024 Degree Completion Award from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), beating out fellow finalists University of Kentucky and University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The ...

UTRGV celebrates National First-Generation College Celebration Day

Friday, November 08, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) joins the nation today in celebrating National First-Generation College Celebration Day, commemorating the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965. This landmark legislation aimed to make ...

UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine welcomes Class of 2028

Thursday, November 07, 2024
At the third White Coat Ceremony of the UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine, a proud gathering of family, friends and faculty celebrated the momentous occasion as 23 students received their white coats and pins, marking the beginning of their ...

Meet UT Health RGV’s first oncology nurse

Thursday, November 07, 2024
UT Health RGV’s first oncology nurse, Magdalena Ostos-Germain, describes her 26 years of service to cancer patients as a gift. Ostos-Germain moved to the Valley from Florida in 2022 to prepare for the opening of the UT Health RGV Cancer and ...

Boy Scouts of America Rio Grande Council honors UTRGV President with Distinguished Citizen Award

Tuesday, November 05, 2024
Although UTRGV President Guy Bailey never had the chance to join the Boy Scouts as a young boy growing up in Alabama, he officially became part of the community on Friday, Nov. 1, when he received the Distinguished Citizen Award by the Boy Scouts ...

UTRGV joins $9.7 million Rail Safety Research Initiative led by Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen

Monday, November 04, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, through its University Transportation Center for Railway Safety (UTCRS), has joined a $9.7 million partnership led by the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS). This initiative, funded by the ...

Culinary Icon Roy Choi to headline UTRGV Distinguished Speakers Series on Nov. 12

Monday, November 04, 2024
Roy Choi, the culinary trailblazer of the modern food truck movement, will serve as the inaugural speaker for the 2024-2025 season of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s Distinguished Speaker Series. DSS, a free event, will be ...

UTRGV social work professor joins cohort of HACU Fellows

Friday, November 01, 2024
Dr. Leticia Villarreal Sosa, UTRGV professor of Social Work, will join the newest cohort of 45 fellows for the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities’ Leadership Academy.

Haunted History of the RGV: Fort Ringgold

Thursday, October 31, 2024
Founded in 1848 along the Rio Grande, Fort Ringgold isn’t simply an important landmark in American history. It is, by many accounts, a cauldron of spooky sightings and supernatural tales. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ...

‘Scans aren’t scary!’

Thursday, October 31, 2024
At IoN, he guides patients through the procedures their doctors or clinical researchers have ordered. He explains the technology to ease some patients' anxiety about lying very still in machines that can look like something out of a science ...

Valley students hear from industry experts at UTRGV’s Hospitality and Tourism Management Conference

Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The UTRGV RCVCOBE Hospitality and Tourism Management Program recently hosted a conference for more than 200 Valley high school students wanting to learn about the hospitality business.

UTRGV’s Hebbard earns UT Regents Outstanding Teaching Award

Wednesday, October 30, 2024
This month, The University of Texas System Board of Regents honored her dedication and innovative teaching methods with the prestigious 2024 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award (ROTA). Hebbard, a lecturer in the UTRGV Writing and Language ...

UTRGV McAllen ISD Collegiate Academy celebrates grand opening

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
The UTRGV McAllen ISD Collegiate Academy officially was unveiled to the public Tuesday, in a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring administration from both UTRGV and the McAllen school district.

UTRGV opens its new Center for Human Genetics Building on the Brownsville Campus

Monday, October 28, 2024
The UTRGV School of Medicine today celebrated the opening of its new, state-of-the-art Center for Human Genetics, headquartered on the Brownsville Campus.

UTRGV students to debut documentary focusing on global child displacement on Oct. 28

Friday, October 25, 2024
Students from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) are set to showcase their talents for a worthy cause on Monday, Oct. 28, with the premiere of a documentary – "Stand Together for Children" – highlighting the ...

UTRGV welcomes Student Regent Anthony Dragun for campus visits

Thursday, October 24, 2024
Anthony John Dragun, the University of Texas System student regent, recently made a trip to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as part of of his one-year appointment on the Board of Regents, the UT System governing body.

UTRGV receives $500,000 for Manufacturing Incubator

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) announced today it received $500,000 in federal funding for its Rio Grande Valley Manufacturing Incubator, a project set to bolster advanced manufacturing and economic growth in the region.

Three UTRGV students to serve on state advisory committees for THECB

Friday, October 18, 2024
Three UTRGV students have been chosen to be student representatives on advisory committees for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

UTRGV unites for a greener future at Campus Sustainability Day

Thursday, October 17, 2024
The UTRGV Office for Sustainability recently hosted the annual Campus Sustainability Day in Edinburg and Brownsville, an event designed to highlight the university’s commitment to sustainable practices across campuses.

UT Health RGV expert brings innovative orthopedic surgery to Valley residents

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
With cooler weather looming, October marks Bone and Joint Health Awareness Month, an ideal time to focus on bone health and learn ways to prevent common issues.

UTRGV recognized by ED as among schools ‘doing the most to lift students up’

Wednesday, October 16, 2024
UTRGV has been named one of 200 institutions nationwide – and 14 in Texas – eligible for the U.S. Department of Education's Postsecondary Success Recognition Program. Part of U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona’s ...

UTRGV marks record-breaking $86.9M for FY24 total research expenditures

Monday, October 14, 2024
– UTRGV is reporting a record-breaking $86.9 million in total research expenditures for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), a steady and significant increase from $28.68 million in FY2016 (UTRGV's first year). The amount nearly triples the ...

UT Health RGV cancer expert advises early detection and care for breast cancer

Wednesday, October 09, 2024
Dr. Terence Herman, medical oncologist and hematologist at UT Health RGV, says Breast Cancer Awareness Month, observed annually in October, is a good time for women in the Rio Grande Valley to take advantage of available screening resources, and ...

UTRGV NRC and OneStar to host RGV Nonprofit Summit

Tuesday, October 08, 2024
The UTRGV Nonprofit Resource Center is joining forces with OneStar to host the 2024 RGV Nonprofit Summit, Oct. 30 in Harlingen.

UTRGV admits fifth PACT cohort to Physician Assistant early assurance program

Friday, October 04, 2024
The fifth cohort of the Physician Assistant Career Track Early Assurance Program (PACT) at UTRGV has begun its higher education journey with five new Valley students.

Graduate Medical Education physicians are having an impact on healthcare in the Rio Grande Valley

Friday, October 04, 2024
Dr. Martha Solis, a recent UTRGV School of Medicine Internal Medicine Residency Program graduate, chose to remain in the Rio Grande Valley and join the UTRGV School of Medicine faculty after her training, driven by a profound commitment to the ...

UTRGV awarded $18.4M NIH grant to establish cancer research center

Thursday, October 03, 2024
UTRGV has received an $18.4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish the Rio Grande Valley Cancer Health Disparity Research Center (RGV-CHDRC).

UTRGV and STC receive NSF grant for coordinated studies in calculus

Wednesday, October 02, 2024
The “HSI Implementation and Evaluation Project: Enhancing Student Success in Calculus to Strengthen STEM Pathways at Hispanic-Serving Institutions,” is intended to increase student success and decrease the average time students take ...

Successful STEPS: RGV pilot program for child health expands to San Antonio

Tuesday, October 01, 2024
After a years-long pilot program succeeded in increasing the health of nearly 2,000 Rio Grande Valley pre-schoolchildren, UTRGV’s South Texas Early Prevention Study (STEPS) research team, in partnership with the Social & Health Research ...

Invited to the FIESTA: The Family Centered Innovations collaboration between UTRGV and STC integrates families into STEM studies

Tuesday, October 01, 2024
The Family Centered Innovations announced collaboration between UTRGV and STC.

UTRGV achieves prestigious Seal of Excelencia recertification

Tuesday, October 01, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia recertification as announced today by Excelencia in Education, the nation’s premier authority on efforts to accelerate Latino student success in higher ...

UTRGV School of Art & Design hosting lecture, exhibition by artist Daniel Cosentino

Monday, September 30, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) School of Art and Design is inviting media partners to attend a lecture and exhibition opening by renowned artist Daniel Cosentino as part of his one-week residency at UTRGV in collaboration with ...

From South Texas to the East Coast: UTRGV School of Medicine former student, now at Harvard, shares how she is succeeding in medicine

Friday, September 27, 2024
Dr. Adriana Saavedra-Simmons, a 2022 graduate of the UTRGV School of Medicine, walks confidently down the pale hallways of Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School, to visit with her patients.

UTRGV’s Nirakar Sahoo receives NSF CAREER Award

Thursday, September 26, 2024
Dr. Nirakar Sahoo, associate professor, recently tenured, in the UTRGV School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences (SIBCS), has received an Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) award from the National Science Foundation ...

From Victory to Venture: UTRGV Enactus champions set out for Kazakhstan

Thursday, September 26, 2024
UTRGV Enactus is this year's Enactus USA's 2024 National Champions. The team will be competing in the Enactus World Cup in October against 33 countries held in in Astana, Kazakhstan.

UTRGV researchers developing drugs to fight pancreatic and prostate cancer

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Researchers at the UTRGV School of Medicine are at the forefront of developing novel drug therapies for two of the deadliest forms of cancer: pancreatic and prostate.

UTRGV Valley physician brings innovative depression therapy to Valley patients

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
In Mexican culture, a "curandero" is a traditional healer known for using natural remedies and spiritual practices to treat ailments. For Dr. Diana Chapa, chair of the Department of Neuro and Behavioral Health at the UTRGV School ...

U.S. News and World Report: UTRGV No. 1 in Texas public universities for social mobility

Tuesday, September 24, 2024
When it comes to transforming the lives of its students, UTRGV stands as the top institution in Texas, according to the 2025 U.S. News and World Report college rankings. U.S. News ranked UTRGV No. 1 among Texas public universities for social ...

UTRGV GEAR UP awarded $28 million grant for college readiness programs

Monday, September 23, 2024
UTRGV has started the Fall semester with renewed funding for its Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs, known as GEAR UP. The funding is more than $28 million for the next seven years. UTRGV is one of six awardees ...

UTRGV named ‘2024 Great College to Work For’

Friday, September 20, 2024
The university was recognized on Friday, Sept. 20, as one of the best places to work in higher education, according to the prestigious Great Colleges to Work For program. Only 75 institutions achieved “Great College to Work For” ...

UTRGV professor earns awards from EnergyTech UP faculty competitions

Thursday, September 19, 2024
Derek Abrams, RCVCOBE associate professor of practice for entrepreneurship and innovation, recently was awarded the inaugural 2024 Faculty Explorer Award from the U.S. Department of Energy as part of the EnergyTech University Prize (EnergyTech UP).

UT Health RGV cancer experts share blood cancer care advances

Thursday, September 19, 2024
September marks Blood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognize the advancements and continue the fight for prevention, treatment and cure. According to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, more than 176,000 people in the United States each year ...

UTRGV expands accredited health-focused programs to Laredo

Thursday, September 19, 2024
UTRGV celebrated the third anniversary of the University of Texas Education and Research Center at Laredo on Sept. 18 with the announcement of two programs that now will be available through the center in Laredo. In continued efforts to meet the ...

UTRGV receives transformational $30 million grant to establish Diabetes Center of Excellence

Monday, September 16, 2024
The Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation (VBLF) has awarded a significant $30 million grant to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to establish the UTRGV Diabetes Center of Excellence (UTRGV DCE). The new center, which will be built near the ...

UTRGV CHAPS film entered in South Texas International Film Festival

Friday, September 13, 2024
The CHAPS documentary film “Ancient Landscapes of South Texas: Hiding in Plain Sight” was an official film selection for the 2024 South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF).

Classroom in a Castle

Tuesday, September 10, 2024
For groups of about 20 UTRGV students, however, this idyllic Italian countryside setting is actually the classroom for an immersive art restoration curriculum lasting six to 13 weeks each semester. UTRGV and the Municipality of Monte Santa ...

Unprecedented: UTRGV reaches $284 million in fundraising

Thursday, September 05, 2024
Building on its recent streak of record-breaking milestones, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) announced Thursday that it has surpassed a quarter of a billion dollars in fundraising over the past nine years.

UT Health RGV cancer experts speak at community educational event – ‘Living Well with Blood Cancer’

Wednesday, September 04, 2024
The UTRGV School of Medicine and UT Health RGV cancer care experts are joining the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) at “Living Well with Blood Cancer,” an event designed to share information on how blood cancer treatment and care ...

UTRGV, Los Alamos National Lab establish partnership for national security, workforce development

Tuesday, September 03, 2024
UTRGV recently hosted representatives from the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), to announce a research collaboration focused on national security missions and workforce development.

UT Health RGV pediatrician offers health tips for back-to-school season

Friday, August 30, 2024
As students across the Rio Grande Valley return to classrooms, parents often face the same question: How do I keep my child healthy and ensure they don't miss school? Dr. Cristel Escalona, a board-certified pediatrician at UT Health RGV and ...

UTRGV School of Medicine signs new Kleberg Foundation Endowed Chair and Chief of Medical Oncology

Thursday, August 29, 2024
The UTRGV School of Medicine, in continuing to uphold its promise to expand and elevate cancer care in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond, has signed its newest addition to the cancer care leadership team, Dr. Diane Duyen Nguyen. Nguyen will join ...

Free online mental health portal launched at UTRGV for students

Thursday, August 29, 2024
A new UT System initiative called TimelyCare is now available 24/7 to all UTRGV students to provide additional support for their mental health. TimelyCare’s services include therapy by appointment, on-demand emotional support, health ...

UTRGV ranked No. 1 Texas university by Washington Monthly – again

Wednesday, August 28, 2024
For the second consecutive year, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has been recognized as the No. 1 university in Texas, according to the latest Washington Monthly college guide and rankings. Recognized as a top-performing institution of ...

UTRGV welcomes third cohort of Luminary Scholars

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
UTRGV welcomed a new cohort 24 of exceptional students into its prestigious Luminary Scholars program. The scholars and their families were welcomed to UTRGV with the Luminary Scholar Banquet held Monday, Aug. 19 at the Performing Arts Complex on ...

UTRGV hits enrollment milestone, retains title as Texas’ best university

Monday, August 26, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley today welcomed its highest first-day enrollment ever, with more than 34,000 students, cementing its status as the No. 1 university in Texas for the second consecutive year, according to Washington Monthly.

UTRGV departments across campuses working on Carnegie re-classification designation

Friday, August 23, 2024
While UTRGV’s connection to the community has previously been recognized at the national level, departments from all areas now are working toward a 2026 reclassification as a Carnegie Community Engaged university.

From Bottle to Beach: How Your Last Glass Drink Could Be Saving Coastlines

Wednesday, August 21, 2024
At The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, researchers are turning everyday glass waste into a possible innovative solution for coastal erosion and to be used in sustainable agriculture. The projects will not only transform recycled glass into ...

UTRGV to offer extended U Central hours ahead of Fall 2024 semester

Thursday, August 15, 2024
With deadlines approaching for parents and students seeking financial aid and for submitting enrollment documents at UTRGV, U Central hours are being extended. Beginning this Saturday, U Central will offer longer hours on both the Brownsville and ...

UTRGV and Pharr EDC collaborate to open Pharr Global Business Hub

Thursday, August 15, 2024
UTRGV and the Pharr Economic Development Corporation (EDC) have officially opened the doors of the Pharr Global Business Hub, designed to help bring in new businesses and strengthen current businesses in the Rio Grande Valley.

UTRGV researchers investigating connection between cancer treatment and heart failure

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Dr. Genaro Ramirez Correa, assistant professor in the UTRGV School of Medicine’s Department of Primary and Community Care (PCC-ISU), Division of Human Genetics, says existing cancer treatments can be a “double-edged sword.” ...

UTRGV celebrates employee milestones

Tuesday, August 13, 2024
More than 300 UTRGV employees were recognized recently for their years of service to the university, during the 2024 Service Awards ceremony. Among them was Maria A. Garcia, celebrating a special milestone: 50 years with the university and ...

UTRGV School of Medicine serves community at Operation Border Health Preparedness

Friday, August 09, 2024
This year, the UTRGV School of Medicine students were part of the 25th anniversary of Operation Border Health Preparedness, or OBHP, an initiative organized by the Texas Department of State Health Services that brings medical care to South Texas ...

UTRGV alum researching Valley’s thornforest ecosystem awarded national research fellowship

Thursday, August 08, 2024
Gisel Garza, a UTRGV alumna, graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree and in 2021 with a Master of Science in Biology degree, was recently awarded the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship.

UTRGV Athletics ranks sixth in the nation in community service

Wednesday, August 07, 2024
This year, for the third time, UTRGV student-athletes finished in the top 10 of the NCAA Teamworks Community Service Challenge through Helper Helper. For 2023-24, UTRGV Athletics placed sixth nationally among 362 Division I athletic departments, ...

UTRGV School of Medicine pipeline programs expanding medical education for underserved students

Wednesday, August 07, 2024
Together, Vaqueros MD and JAMP, are innovative programs that remove a significant barrier underserved students face to help them begin their medical careers. Both are offered by the UTRGV School of Medicine to attract and retain talent in Texas.

UTRGV hosts second AgDiscovery camp

Tuesday, August 06, 2024
A select group of high school students from the Valley and across the country got to live on a UTRGV campus this summer, where they studied agriculture and Valley ecology with UTRGV professors and USDA experts.

Prepping for Back-to-School

Monday, August 05, 2024
As summer concludes, families are gearing up for the back-to-school season. To help combat the stress of returning to class, Dr. Laura Manzanilla Luberti – an American Board-Certified family medicine doctor practicing at UT Health RGV and ...

Head of Federal Railroad Administration visits UTRGV Summer Camps

Friday, August 02, 2024
UTRGV recently hosted Amit Bose, administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), who visited with the university’s next generation of engineers and transportation experts through UTRGV Summer Camps.

Meet UTRGV School of Medicine's Class of 2028

Friday, August 02, 2024
The UTRGV School of Medicine recently welcomed 59 medical students as part of its newest class of future doctors. The Class of 2028 marks the ninth cohort for the UTRGV School of Medicine and represents the university’s continued commitment ...

UTRGV, Stars Scholarship Fund and LaMantia Family partner to increase Licensed Clinical Social Workers in the Rio Grande Valley

Thursday, August 01, 2024
In an effort to address the growing need for mental health professionals in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas Sen. Morgan LaMantia on Thursday announced that The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), Stars Scholarship Fund and the LaMantia ...

Ribbon-cutting unveils new home for UTRGV Edinburg CISD Collegiate High School

Wednesday, July 31, 2024
UTRGV Edinburg CISD Collegiate High School is ready to open its doors to more than 400 students. A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrated the milestone event on Wednesday evening. Created through a strategic partnership between UTRGV and the ...

UTRGV School of Medicine's Class of '28 receives emblematic White Coat at annual ceremony

Saturday, July 27, 2024
This year's White Coat Ceremony – a special event that serves as a rite of passage and marks the start of the pathway to medicine – celebrated 59 new UTRGV School of Medicine students who participated in the robing ceremony.

UTRGV Spirit Program hosts first summer camp for kids

Friday, July 26, 2024
The UTRGV Spirit Program is taking registrations for its first summer camp for children ages 6 to 11. The Kids Spirit Camp, Aug. 5-7, provides a fun, educational and immersive experience that covers the different aspects of spirit, cheerleading ...

Protecting the Pollinators

Thursday, July 25, 2024
NIFA includes UTRGV in $5.7M grant to fund pollinator research

Valley native bringing advanced oncology services to UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center

Thursday, July 25, 2024
A native of San Benito, Daniel Hernandez has more than two decades of experience in a career dedicated to serving others. With the construction of the UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center nearing completion in early 2025, Hernandez said he is ...

Team Mario’s summer camp at UTRGV marks 10 years, and a decade of impact

Wednesday, July 24, 2024
For the past 10 years, Team Mario has hosted its Fun Fridays Summer Camp at UTRGV.

UTRGV's Energy & U inspires more than 40,000 Valley K-12 students

Friday, July 19, 2024
UTRGV’s annual “Energy & U” show, an educational showcase which started in 2023, has inspired more than 40,000 local K-12 students since its inception on the principles of energy and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering ...

UTRGV School of Medicine celebrates new HCA internal medicine residency program

Friday, July 19, 2024
UTRGV School of Medicine leaders and physician residents attended a meet and greet to celebrate the start of the new UTRGV internal medicine residency program.

UTRGV Fine Arts hosted inaugural Vaquero Band Camp this summer

Thursday, July 18, 2024
Over the summer, UTRGV College of Fine Arts hosted the very first Vaquero Band Camp.

UTRGV recognized for supporting transfer students by Phi Theta Kappa

Thursday, July 18, 2024
UTRGV has been recognized among 228 national institutions on the Transfer Honor Roll by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) for 2024.

UTRGV recognized as Top College by Money magazine

Monday, July 08, 2024
UTRGV has been named one of the best colleges in the United States by Money magazine, again solidifying its position as a leading institution of higher education in Texas and across the country.

UTRGV CIC hosts fourth annual Startup Resource Expo

Monday, July 08, 2024
UTRGV’s Center for Innovation and Commercialization held its fourth annual Startup Resource Expo, offering local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs a chance to network and connect with resource-providing organizations.

UTRGV doctoral student named UT System’s Jess Hay Chancellor Fellow

Friday, July 05, 2024
Edinburg native Ashley Leal is the first UTRGV College of Education and P-16 Integration (CEP) student to receive the prestigious Jess Hay Endowment for the Chancellor’s Graduate Student Research Fellowship, awarded by The University of ...

Bailey celebrating 10 years of growth, success and impact at UTRGV

Tuesday, July 02, 2024
UTRGV President Guy Bailey this month is celebrating a notable 10 years of leading the university’s creation and growth, followed by numerous successes and its broad impact on the Rio Grande Valley.

UTRGV summer camps for all ages continues through July

Friday, June 28, 2024
UTRGV summer camps offer a variety of STEM, art and fitness programs designed to ignite creativity, nurture passions and build community. These camps will continue through July for elementary, middle and high school students.

TV lifestyle host, UTRGV alum shares degree path to unexpected, fulfilling career

Thursday, June 27, 2024
As a television lifestyle show host, UTRGV alum Karla Salinas’s workdays vary. Some days, she’ll head to the KRGV Channel 5 studio in Weslaco to review her weekend story package. Other days, she’s out on location to prepare for ...

UTRGV joins IRIS consortium to highlight research in higher ed

Thursday, June 27, 2024
UTRGV has joined the Institute for Research on Innovation and Science (IRIS), a national consortium of leading higher educational institutions committed to demonstrating the public value of sponsored scientific research. Membership in IRIS will ...

UTRGV awards 10 Faculty Excellence Awards for 2023-24

Wednesday, June 26, 2024
The UTRGV Office of Faculty Affairs named 10 faculty members as recipients of the 2023-2024 UTRGV Faculty Excellence Awards.

Play It Cool: UT Health RGV pediatrician offers tips on heat safety for children

Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Dr. Cristel Escalona, board-certified pediatrician at UT Health RGV and associate professor of pediatrics at UTRGV School of Medicine, said being outdoors is essential for healthy baby development, but safety-first decisions are a must.

Grad Incentive offered to new UTRGV graduate students for upcoming academic year

Monday, June 24, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley unveiled its Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Graduate Incentive, offering new graduate students up to $2,000 for their academic pursuits.

UTRGV proudly resides in two U.S. News and World Report best places to live

Friday, June 21, 2024
When deciding where to attend college, location can be a major factor, and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is located in two of the top five best places to live in Texas according to U.S. News and World Report.

UTRGV, HCA Healthcare collaboration launches first Internal Medicine residency at Valley Regional Medical Center

Friday, June 21, 2024
Through a collaboration with HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, Valley Regional and Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen will be the sites of three years of supervised training for 13 UTRGV School of Medicine doctors-in-residency. The first ...

UTRGV and HCA Healthcare launch first Internal Medicine residency program at Rio Grande Regional and Valley Regional Medical Center

Tuesday, June 18, 2024
The residency program is a collaboration with HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, which is bringing resident physicians to McAllen and Brownsville this summer, with plans to seat 150 total resident physicians by 2029. Both Rio Grande Regional ...

Two UTRGV alumni awarded Fulbright scholarships to teach in South Korea, Estonia

Monday, June 17, 2024
Two recent UTRGV graduates have been selected for Fulbright Scholarships and will travel abroad to teach courses in English and cultural studies.

UTRGV receives THECB approval to launch BBA in Business Analytics

Thursday, June 13, 2024
The recently approved Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Analytics, which will be available Aug. 1, 2024, is designed to provide students with essential skills to develop strategic business insights and enhance decision-making ...

UTRGV School of Medicine researcher breaking barriers in fight against Alzheimer's disease

Wednesday, June 12, 2024
This Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, Dr. Jesús Melgarejo joins the forefront of the fight against Alzheimer's disease and is working to help Valley communities understand and prevent this neurological disease.

11 UTRGV students displaying design work in 15 museums and institutions worldwide

Friday, June 07, 2024
The work of 11 UTRGV students is being exhibited in seven museums and eight institutions of higher education around the world as part of an international design competition called “Cross Connections.” The exhibit is on view in the Rio ...

Annual UTRGV Startup Resource Expo connects local entrepreneurs and organizations

Thursday, June 06, 2024
UTRGV’s Center for Innovation & Commercialization is offering local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs a chance to network and connect with resource-providing organizations, during its fourth annual Startup Resource Expo.

UTRGV’s annual STEM Education Conference fosters international collaboration

Tuesday, June 04, 2024
UTRGV recently hosted the 7th Annual STEM Education Conference, with educators from around the globe exploring innovative practices in STEM education.

UTRGV partner school Brownsville Early College High School top performer in Texas

Monday, June 03, 2024
UTRGV partner school, Brownsville Early College High School (BECHS) continues to maintain its position as one of the top-ranking institutions in Texas, according to U.S. News and World Report.

UTRGV CHAPS named 2024 recipient of SAA Excellence in Public Archaeology Programming Award

Wednesday, May 29, 2024
UTRGV Community Historical Archaeology Project with Schools (CHAPS) recently received the 2024 Society for American Archaeology’s (SAA) Excellence in Public Archaeology Programming Award.

Two UTRGV programs recognized in Best Grad Schools rankings by U.S. News & World Report

Thursday, May 23, 2024
UTRGV has had two programs recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its most recent 2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings.

UTRGV expert stresses importance of mental health and well-being

Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Every May, advocates and supporters come together to encourage open dialogue, support and access to resources for those facing mental health challenges in communities around the world. Dr. Alcides Amador, board-certified psychiatrist at UT Health ...

Sam’s Club gives $350K to RCVCOBE, Career Center to help provide career opportunities

Tuesday, May 21, 2024
A new gift from UTRGV’s collaborating partner, Sam’s Club, is expected to help broaden opportunities for students and their future careers.

UTRGV President Guy Bailey named Chief Executive HR Champion

Tuesday, May 21, 2024
UTRGV President Guy Bailey has received the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) 2024 Chief Executive HR Champion Award, given in recognition of his commitment to the employees of the university.

UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center on track for 2025 launch

Friday, May 17, 2024
Construction on the $145 million UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center is on track for completion in the last quarter of 2024, with patient access starting in February 2025. The project, which is funded primarily by the University of Texas ...

UTRGV celebrates Earth Fest, a spectacle of sustainability

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
UTRGV Edinburg and Brownsville campuses came alive with the vibrant spirit of environmental consciousness during this year’s Earth Fest activities.

Dr. Fred Farias III awarded President’s Medal of Honor during UTRGV Spring 2024 Commencement

Saturday, May 11, 2024
Dr. Fred Farias III, chairman of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and president and CEO of 20/20 Vision Care, has been awarded the UTRGV President Medal of Honor, a prestigious distinction only five others have received before him.

UTRGV Spring Commencement sees more than 4,000 Vaqueros earn degrees

Saturday, May 11, 2024
More than 4,000 UTRGV students earned their diplomas this weekend during UTRGV’s Spring 2024 Commencement ceremonies.

UTRGV’s Spring 2024 graduation ceremonies kick off in Brownsville

Friday, May 10, 2024
UTRGV graduated nearly 800 of its more than 4,000 Spring 2024 graduates, with the first ceremony on the Brownsville Campus.

Dr. John R. Austin, father of UT System Student Regent, graduates from UTRGV with another degree

Friday, May 10, 2024
Education is evergreen, so for Dr. John R. Austin, interim chief medical officer for Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen, seeking additional education was a natural step.

From The Valley to The Hill

Thursday, May 09, 2024
Two UTRGV seniors spent their final undergraduate semester in Washington, D.C., as part of the Archer Fellowship Program, interning for the Office of U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries. The Archer Center provides students in the UT System opportunities to ...

UT Board of Regents approves proposal for new UTRGV School of Optometry and new OD degree

Thursday, May 09, 2024
The UT System Board of Regents on Thursday approved UTRGV’s proposal to establish a new School of Optometry along with a new Doctor of Optometry, or OD, degree. UTRGV could welcome its first School of Optometry class as early as Fall 2027, ...

UT Board of Regents approves new UTRGV residence, dining complex

Thursday, May 09, 2024
The University of Texas System Board of Regents on Thursday approved construction of a new residence hall and dining facility on the UTRGV Edinburg Campus. The $135.5-million project will be located at the intersection of North Sugar Road and ...

UTRGV honors 22 doctoral candidates at hooding ceremony

Thursday, May 09, 2024
The UTRGV Graduate College recognized 22 doctoral candidates representing four academic colleges – the Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship, College of Education and P-16 Integration, College of Health Professions, and ...

“Just the beginning of my journey” UTRGV business student ready for next chapter after graduation

Wednesday, May 08, 2024
Eric Arredondo, from McAllen, says graduation is not only a time of celebrations for his achievements, but also a time to reflect on the support he’s received throughout his college career at UTRGV.

Motherhood and Medicine: How a UTRGV medical student maintains both roles

Wednesday, May 08, 2024
For Natasha N. Quailes, a second-year medical student at the UTRGV School of Medicine, motherhood and medicine share many similarities, but they both require one significant trait: resilience. This Mother's Day, Quailes, of San Juan, ...

For Spring 2024 Mass Comm grad, ‘walking the stage’ takes on special meaning

Wednesday, May 08, 2024
UTRGV graduate Marissa Rodriguez, 29, from Peñitas, has learned the hard way that she can overcome any challenge with the support of her family. And that even includes a Final Destination-like brush with death.

UTRGV's EdD program builds education leaders

Tuesday, May 07, 2024
Seven Valley superintendents – all alumni of the UTRGV Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership program – are creating opportunities for children to follow and achieve their dreams. They have more than 75 years of combined ...

OPINION: The next generation of teachers is right here in our K-12 classrooms

Tuesday, May 07, 2024
By Dr. Alma D. Rodriguez – As the nation celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week this year May 6-10, I think we can all agree that every student in our state deserves to be in classrooms led by well-prepared teachers, and that aspiring ...

UTRGV to acquire, renovate Brownsville ISD facility for new home for Art and Design

Tuesday, May 07, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley announced Tuesday that it is acquiring Longoria Elementary School in Brownsville and transforming the site into the new home of its School of Art and Design.

Nearly 4,000 Vaqueros set to graduate in UTRGV Spring 2024 Commencement

Monday, May 06, 2024
UTRGV will celebrate the graduation of nearly 4,000 eligible students in four commencement ceremonies on May 10-11.

UTRGV School of Medicine commemorates fifth commencement

Saturday, May 04, 2024
Dressed elegantly in their black and green regalia, the fifth group of medical graduates from the UTRGV School of Medicine, Class of 2024, officially transitioned from medical students to doctors.

UTRGV School of Medicine and HCA internal medicine residency program to begin Summer 2024

Friday, May 03, 2024
This is the first new residency program established by an agreement signed last year between the UTRGV School of Medicine and HCA. This agreement will allow residents from the School of Medicine to train at HCA Gulf Coast Division-affiliated ...

UTRGV Graduate College doctoral hooding ceremony set for May 8

Friday, May 03, 2024
The ceremony recognizes the accomplishments of doctoral graduates. It will include the individual announcement of each candidate, display of their dissertation title, and a ceremonial hooding by their dissertation chair, co-chair, or a committee ...

UTRGV School of Medicine graduating senior grateful for medical education journey

Thursday, May 02, 2024
Valentine S. Alia will walk the stage Saturday, May 4, at the UTRGV School of Medicine’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony in Edinburg. Later this year, Alia will begin a residency in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore.

UTRGV offering innovative IRIS booth for professional headshots

Tuesday, April 30, 2024
UTRGV Career Center is helping prepare students for a successful future through a variety of resources.

UTRGV School of Medicine to celebrate Class of 2024 at commencement ceremony

Tuesday, April 30, 2024
The UTRGV School of Medicine will hold its annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 4, to celebrate the graduating Class of 2024. The ceremony marks the culmination of four years of hard work for graduates and their transition from students ...

UTRGV Dance Program to host annual concert this week

Thursday, April 25, 2024
UTRGV Dance Program to host annual concert this week

Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

Thursday, April 25, 2024
Recent marine research expeditions provided UTRGV students with immeasurable opportunities

UTRGV to host annual business plan competition for student entrepreneurs

Thursday, April 25, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hosting its annual UTRGV Business Plan Competition on Friday, April 26 in Weslaco, offering a platform for students to turn their innovative ideas into tangible business ventures.

UTRGV alum serves up tacos – and advice – for future Vaqueros

Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Jorge Medina, a UTRGV alumnus, starts his day at 6:30 a.m., teaching students about graphic design at the IDEA Public School in Mission. Once the bell rings, though, he makes his way to Alton to open his family-operated food truck, Tacos "El ...

UTRGV School of Medicine awarded $500,000 to develop chronic pain, depression comorbidity treatments

Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Thanks to a $500,000 grant awarded by the Trauma Research and Combat Care Casualty Collective (TRC4), researchers at the UTRGV School of Medicine’s Institute of Neuroscience will examine the effectiveness and safety of novel strategies for ...

Looking Toward the Future: UTRGV grad student grateful for unique research experience on marine expedition off the coast of Chile

Monday, April 22, 2024
Elyssia Gonzalez, a grad student pursuing a master’s degree in Ocean, Coast and Earth Sciences, never thought she’d spend her Spring 2024 semester studying never-before-observed sea creatures off the coast of Chile. But through the ...

UTRGV students to host school supplies drive on Brownsville and Edinburg campuses

Monday, April 22, 2024
The School Supplies Drives will be held simultaneously on Thursday, April 25, at 2:00 p.m. in front of the Student Union on the Brownsville campus and in front of University Library on the Edinburg campus.

New dean of Student Affairs and Admissions joins the UTRGV School of Medicine

Friday, April 19, 2024
As the new senior associate dean of Student Affairs and Admissions for the UTRGV School of Medicine, Dr. Maurice Clifton will mentor and help educate future physicians who, like him, have a passion for science and helping others.

UTRGV, City of Brownsville partner to train middle managers

Thursday, April 18, 2024
UTRGV and the City of Brownsville (COB) are partnering to provide 35 COB middle managers the Professional Development for Middle Management Program conducted by UTRGV Professional Development and Workforce Development.

Twelfth time is a charm: Former NASA astronaut José Hernández shares motivational speech at UTRGV

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
More a thousand people – including UTRGV students, faculty and community members – filled the PAC, to hear Jose Hernández speak about his accomplishments, his STS-128 Discovery mission, all the challenges he faced and how it took ...

Fortune ranks UTRGV MSBA #4 in Texas

Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Fortune magazine recently ranked UTRGV’s Online MSBA program 4th in Texas for 2024 – and 17th in the broader national roster.

Boost Your Future: UTRGV introduces Summer 2024 Grad Incentive

Monday, April 15, 2024
The new Summer 2024 Grad Incentive will grant up to $2,000 toward the education of new students entering any academic program within the UTRGV Graduate College. This award, provided through grants or scholarships, is available on a first-come, ...

UTRGV marks facility enhancements with $2.4M EDA grant

Friday, April 12, 2024
UTRGV on Thursday marked the beginning of a transformative facility enhancement project, with a groundbreaking ceremony at the Community Engagement and Student Success Building (CESS) in Edinburg. Funded by a $2.4 million grant from the U.S. ...

UTRGV celebrates Florence Nightingale legacy with focus on statistics, data science and nursing

Thursday, April 11, 2024
Held in Edinburg, the event highlighted the importance of statistics and data science in various fields, including healthcare. Sponsored by UTRGV’s School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences and the Canadian Statistical Sciences ...

From ‘A Million Miles Away’ to Edinburg

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Former NASA astronaut and real-life inspiration behind the movie sensation, “A Million Miles Away,” Jose Hernandez will launch UTRGV’s Spring 2024 Distinguished Speaker Series.

A Classroom in the Ocean

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
A once-in-a-lifetime research experience for two UTRGV students help discover some interesting (and potentially new) deep-sea creatures off the coast of Chile. Two UTRGV students, Megan Francis and Elyssia Gonzalez, and Dr. Erin Easton, UTRGV ...

UTRGV to kick off facility improvements with $2.4M EDA grant

Tuesday, April 09, 2024
UTRGV will hold a groundbreaking ceremony and special announcement on Thursday, April 11, to highlight the start of new facility improvements. Supported by a $2.4 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), the ...

UTRGV School of Nursing students to host community health fair in Brownsville

Monday, April 08, 2024
The nursing students, all UTRGV seniors, are coordinating the family-friendly fair as part of their service-learning community course. The fair offers free services, including screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index (BMI), ...

UTRGV hosts “Science in Motion” viewing events for eclipse

Saturday, April 06, 2024
UTRGV will host “Science in Motion” viewing events Monday, April 8, to observe the total solar eclipse, which will reach approximately 92 percent totality in the Rio Grande Valley. A limited quantity of eclipse glasses will be available.

UTRGV astronomer to feature in Exploratorium Museum's Solar Eclipse broadcast

Friday, April 05, 2024
Dr. Liliana Rivera Sandoval, assistant professor of astronomy at UTRGV, has been invited by the Exploratorium Museum – a museum of science, technology, and arts in San Francisco founded by physicist and educator Frank Oppenheimer – to ...

UTRGV RCVCOBE names new Kemper Scholars cohort

Friday, April 05, 2024
Seven UTRGV students are now among the new cohort of Kemper Scholars, designated by the Kemper Corporation’s philanthropic arm, the Kemper Foundation, to continue its efforts to empower future business leaders.

UTRGV signs research agreement with UDLAP to improve regional competitiveness

Wednesday, April 03, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) and the Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP) have signed a collaborative research agreement to strengthen international research and academic collaborations. This initiative aims to ...

Valley native and UTRGV medical student earns national health recognition

Tuesday, April 02, 2024
Briana Gonzalez DiGrazia, UTRGV School of Medicine student, earned the prestigious U.S. Public Health Service 2024 Excellence in Public Health Award, recognizing medical students who demonstrate leadership in advancing initiatives to enhance ...

UTRGV MS in Business Analytics ranks 4th in Texas

Friday, March 29, 2024
The MS program, recently ranked 4th in Texas by Fortune, helps train and prepare UTRGV students for jobs with companies that collect data needed to derive insights, improve efficiencies, reduce waste and increase profitability.

WISE Network empowers women in STEM at UTRGV

Friday, March 29, 2024
Established in 2020, the Women in Science Network (WISE) has played a pivotal role in constructing an environment open to a broad range of skills and interests for women in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines. ...

UTRGV doctor offers eye safety tips for April 8 solar eclipse

Thursday, March 28, 2024
Dr. Lorena Flores-Hernandez, optometrist and glaucoma specialist at the UT Health RGV Vision Center, says looking at the last total eclipse of the 21st century on April 8 without special eclipse glasses can cause a “solar burn” in the ...

Baker leads way for expanding research opportunities for Valley medical students

Thursday, March 28, 2024
Dr. Kelsey Baker, assistant dean of Pre-Clerkships and assistant professor of Neuroscience at the UTRGV School of Medicine, remembers the struggles she faced during her journey to where she is today.

‘Food is Fundamental’

Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Stephanie Kasper, program manager for the UTRGV Agroecology Program, oversees production of the Hub of Prosperity farm, a 5-acre research and education farm managed by the UTRGV Center for Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Advancement (SARA) and ...

Healthy Mujeres program providing services to underserved Valley women since 2017

Wednesday, March 27, 2024
More than 1,600 women in the Rio Grande Valley received healthcare last year. And since 2020, more than 9,000 have received outreach and education, thanks to the Healthy Mujeres program, a University of Texas System Population Health-backed ...

UTRGV professor awarded 2024 Hispanic Women Making History honor

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Dr. Sylvia Robles, assistant professor of practice in the UTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship (RCVCOBE), has been named a 2024 Hispanic Women Making History awardee by the Hispanic Women Network of Texas – RGV ...

Dr. Eloisa G. Tamez recognized as a Leader and Legend in Texas Nursing

Monday, March 25, 2024
The Texas Nurses Association recently selected Tamez, professor and associate dean for Student Success & Engagement at UTRGV School of Nursing, as one of five TNA members recognized as a “Leader and Legend of Texas Nursing” ...

ROOTING FOR YOU: University to host send-off celebration for UTRGV Chess Team

Friday, March 22, 2024
On Tuesday, March 26, the UTRGV community will gather for a send-off celebration in honor of the team, which will travel to Dallas to compete March 30-31 for the national collegiate chess title.

Enduring Legacy: UTRGV names stadium after Robert and Janet Vackar

Thursday, March 21, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) announced Thursday that it is naming its newly acquired stadium the Robert and Janet Vackar Stadium.

Planting seeds of knowledge

Wednesday, March 20, 2024
New UTRGV SARA mobile lab to venture into community helping spread information on sustainability, agriculture

Honoring Nature’s Heroes: UTRGV and community partners come together to celebrate pollinators

Tuesday, March 19, 2024
UTRGV students, faculty, staff and community partners gathered at the UTRGV Brownsville campus on Mar. 6, 2024, to celebrate the annual Pollinator Day.

UTRGV School of Medicine celebrates Match Day with soon-to-be physicians

Friday, March 15, 2024
“Today is a big deal,” said Dr. Michael B. Hocker, senior vice president for UT Health RGV and dean of the UTRGV School of Medicine. “Today is a day unlike any other in the life of a medical student; it's a day that means a ...

UTRGV Chess Program to host South Texas State Scholastic Championships this weekend

Wednesday, March 13, 2024
This weekend, more than 1,000 K-12 students from 117 school districts across the region will converge onto The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to showcase their chess skills at the 2024 South Texas State Scholastic Championships.

UTRGV student earns silver in national Taekwondo competition

Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Alejandro Rayas has been training for his chance to return to the National Collegiate Taekwondo Association (NCTA) Collegiate Championships, and this spring, he will have that opportunity.

UTRGV School of Medicine awarded $17.5M to expand Graduate Medical Education programs

Thursday, March 07, 2024
The funding spans the 2024-2025 academic year and bolsters expansion of the UTRGV School of Medicine’s Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs by offering new residency options within the community. The School of Medicine’s goal is ...

NSF's Moore visits UTRGV, champions STEM progress

Wednesday, March 06, 2024
UTRGV recently welcomed Dr. James L. Moore III, assistant director of the Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) at the National Science Foundation (NSF), for a landmark visit to the Rio Grande Valley. The visit underscored NSF's commitment to ...

Explore your options at UTRGV’s Graduate Fair

Tuesday, March 05, 2024
The Valley community will have a chance to discover the diverse range of graduate programs available, at this year’s UTRGV Graduate Fair. Hosted by the UTRGV Graduate College, the fair will be March 7 on the Edinburg Campus and March 21 on ...

UTRGV theater alumna thanks university for helping her grow, opening her own acting studio

Friday, March 01, 2024
Maria Alvarado, a UTRGV theater performance graduate from Edinburg and now a local business owner, grew up with a passion for acting.

UTRGV awarded $5M for ‘Target Carnegie R1’ research destination

Friday, March 01, 2024
UTRGV has been awarded $5 million to develop and implement strategies that will help the university reach Carnegie “Very High Research Activity” status, also known as R1. UTRGV is one of only two Texas institutions to receive the ...

UTRGV legacy athletic director Jim Brooks blazed trail for integration

Thursday, February 29, 2024
When Jim Brooks was hired as the inaugural athletic director for then Pan American College (PAC) in 1953, he could not have known he would become a pioneer for integration in intercollegiate athletics in Texas and throughout the American South.

UTRGV announces purchase of sports, entertainment complex

Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) on Wednesday announced it has acquired H-E-B Park, designating the venue as the primary home for the upcoming Vaqueros football program. The announcement came during a press conference at H-E-B ...

UTRGV provost awarded Society for Social Work and Research book award

Monday, February 26, 2024
UTRGV provost Dr. Luis Zayas has been awarded the Society for Social Work and Research book award. Zayas was recognized for research on effects of children living in immigration detention centers on the border.

Shadow Day allows glimpse into lives of UTRGV medical students

Friday, February 23, 2024
Presented by the Student National Medical Association, in conjunction with the School of Medicine Admissions and the Joint Admissions Medical Program, Shadow Day allowed students aspiring to attend medical school to network with current med ...

Annual UTRGV Charreada will celebrate Charro Days with community event

Friday, February 23, 2024
UTRGV again will join the annual Charro Days festivities with its Charreada celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 28, in Brownsville. Since 2016, Charreada has celebrated the vibrant culture of the university and the city in the event, sponsored by ...

UTRGV celebrates FESTIBA 2024

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
UTRGV’s annual Festival of International Books and Arts (FESTIBA), an educational and entertaining event that promotes cultural arts and literacy, runs this year from Feb. 23 through March 3.

UT System Student Regent John Michael Austin visits UTRGV

Monday, February 19, 2024
UT System Student Regent John Michael Austin made a visit to UTRGV on Monday, aiming to familiarize himself with the diverse campus and engage in conversations with students and administrators about campus achievements and aspirations.

Revolutionizing forensic science: UTRGV leads the way with AI-enhanced age estimation

Friday, February 16, 2024
UTRGV has been awarded a $467,325 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice (NIJ) for a forensic research project aimed at transforming age-at-death estimation in forensic science. This is the first prime NIJ ...

UTRGV SOPM student’s research explores potential impact of AI on underserved communities

Thursday, February 15, 2024
Olivia Mackey, a UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine, student dives into researching the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.

Engineer’s Week: ‘Welcome to the Future’

Thursday, February 15, 2024
Engineers Week 2024 kicks off Friday and continues into next week, celebrating the theme “Welcome to the Future.” Hosted by the UTRGV College of Engineering & Computer Science faculty, this year’s events feature ...

UTRGV Vaquero Marching Band, Color Guard to participate in Laredo Anheuser-Busch Washington’s Birthday Parade

Wednesday, February 14, 2024
UTRGV’s inaugural marching band will help fill the streets of Laredo with music, when the UTRGV Vaquero Marching Band and the UTRGV Color Guard perform in this weekend's Anheuser-Busch Washington’s Birthday Parade.

University Registrar Sofia Almeda Montes elected as SACRAO president-elect

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
UTRGV University Registrar Sofia Almeda Montes has been elected as the new president-elect for the Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (SACRAO).

Texas institutions gather for ‘Sustainability at TRACS’ conference, hosted by UTRGV

Friday, February 09, 2024
The sustainability network continues to expand in Texas, with UTRGV hosting the annual TRACS conference recently at the South Padre Island Convention Center. This year’s theme, “Sustainability, the Future of Texas.”

UTRGV’s Criminal Justice Online Master’s degree ranks in top 5 of Texas public universities

Wednesday, February 07, 2024
UTRGV’s Criminal Justice Online Master’s Degree Program has received recognition in the U.S. News 2024 Best Online Programs rankings, released Wednesday.

UTRGV simulation hospital named for Drs. Krishnan

Wednesday, February 07, 2024
The university’s simulation hospital in Harlingen has been renamed The UTRGV Drs. Subram G. and Elizabeth G. Krishnan Simulation Hospital. The renaming was a gift from donors Elizabeth G. and Subram G. Krishnan, medical doctors who have ...

UTRGV Chess Team wins its third international Kasparov tournament

Wednesday, February 07, 2024
Since the international tournament’s inception in 2021, UTRGV has won the university cup three out of the four times the tournament has been held. The team fell in 2023 to rival Texas Tech University’s team. This year’s ...

UTRGV’s Chakrabarti receives NSF grant to enhance climate-resilient crops

Tuesday, February 06, 2024
The funding will support his research in genetic and molecular mechanisms in plants to develop climate-smart crops that are resilient to abiotic stresses caused by extreme weather events such as droughts and heatwaves. The goal of his research, ...

UTRGV Arts, Athletics utilizing new ticket system for events

Thursday, February 01, 2024
UTRGV Arts and Athletics departments are now utilizing a new ticket system, called Showpass. In a trial run since September 2023, the new ticketing system eventually could become the primary vendor to sell tickets for UTRGV events in the ...

UTRGV alum and educator thanks university for her self-confidence, professional skills in the classroom

Wednesday, January 31, 2024
UTRGV alumna Raquel Perez, from Edinburg, has been a fourth-grade educator for more than five years at Blanca E. Sanchez Elementary School in the McAllen Independent School District.

UTRGV School of Medicine granted multiple NIH awards for research

Wednesday, January 31, 2024
The UTRGV School of Medicine has received five awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research on various neurobiological studies, including chronic pain, neurodegenerative diseases, HIV and Alzheimer’s disease.

UT Health RGV experts promote importance of thyroid health

Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Thyroid health is an essential but often neglected aspect of overall well-being. This month marks Thyroid Awareness Month, highlighting thyroid disorders affecting more than 20 million Americans.

Second Ph.D. degree program for UTRGV College of Engineering and Computer Science receives approval from THECB

Thursday, January 25, 2024
The UTRGV College of Engineering and Computer Science marked a historical milestone today, with The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's approval of the college's second Ph.D. program. The new Doctor of Philosophy in Computer ...

UTRGV’s Club Powerlifting qualifies for national competition

Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Alexa Prado, a UTRGV junior and former high school state champion powerlifter from Hidalgo, had a vision to continue her powerlifting dream at UTRGV. So, she spoke with representatives from UTRGV Athletics and UREC about starting a powerlifting ...

UTRGV's 'Energy & U' inspires thousands of Valley K-12 students

Tuesday, January 16, 2024
UTRGV hosted its latest series of “Energy & U” shows Jan. 12 at the Edinburg Performance Arts Center. This dynamic, award-winning event showcases the excitement of science and engineering to area K-12 students, focusing on the ...