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Choosing a college major is one of the most important decisions students can make.  Some may feel uncertain about the impact that choice might have…

An egg-citing race to the golden surprise Students recently had an opportunity to hunt down some big prizes in the spirit of Spring. On March…

FFA members compete to see who is the best Sparks lit up Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s Agriculture Mechanics lab, where the FFA Area X Applied Agriculture…

State Representative speaks to students Faculty, staff and students welcomed State Rep. Denise Villalobos (R-34) to campus on March 29 as shared her own experiences…

From community college to full-time engineers Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) recently signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with three community colleges to establish Javelina…

Students from the Frank H. Dotterweich College of Engineering at Texas A&M University – Kingsville recently gained a firsthand look at their professional futures during…

Alumni hosts Q&A session with ACM Alumnus, Destiny De La Garza, hosted a Q&A session on Mar. 4, with the student organization, Association for Computing…

Portland, TEXAS – Home of one of the facilities for Cheniere Energy, a liquid natural gas (LNG) giant, Portland has gained the attention of the…

Athletes in the spotlight, filled with triumph Early morning on Friday, Feb. 20, an event was hosted by Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) that had students,…

UCW makes its way to campus for a match One, two, three the wrestling bell rings and hard-hitting action hits Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) at…

At Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK), all faculty, staff and administrative members have heart when it comes to dedicating their time to students on…

Last semester, it was announced that Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) received $38 million from philanthropist Makenzie Scott  and there is now a sense of direction…

After executive orders from President Donald Trump, ICE raids have taken place in a massive wave around the country. To counter these raids, individuals have…

Sipping, creating masterful creations  During the week of love, the Campus Activity Board(CAB) wanted to bring students together by hosting Mocktails and Masterpieces giving students the…

Care closet helps fight food insecurity Food insecurity is an issue that many students on any college campus face.  Food insecurity is the condition of…

Health and Wellness hosts Barnyard Bliss Students had the chance to pet their stress away on Jan. 27 as Texas A&M University-Kingsville hosted the Barnyard…

Students envision tomorrow, beyond The Campus Activities Board (CAB) recently hosted an event for students to gather together at the Javelina Student Engagement Center to…

Rec hosts student activity event The record-breaking cold brought more than just ice and frozen pipes, it also brought the opportunity for students to make…

Student Government Association (SGA) President Harley Davis has been cleared of vote tampering allegations. Last fall Davis was formally accused of vote tampering within the…

Letter from TAMUK Chapter AAUP-AFT A curtain of censorship is descending on the classrooms of Texas A&M University-Kingsville as you return to campus for the…

For five years, the university’s music building has been the backdrop to late-night rehearsals, first-semester nerves, senior recitals and quiet breakthroughs. Now, in A&M-Kingsville’s centennial…

President Dr. Robert Vela brought assurances to the community at his 2025 State of the University Address on Nov.19. Vela mentioned many important projects during…

Enrollment stays level  In its Centennial Year 2025 Texas A&M-University-Kingsville (TAMUK) has seen its fair share of ups and downs, but one area has recently held…

World-renowned primatologist, anthropologist and humanitarian Jane Goodall, died Oct. 1 at the age of 91 in California.  Known globally for her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees,…

Davis denies all claims Student Government Association (SGA) President Harley Davis has been accused of vote tampering, an allegation he strongly denies. A formal complaint…

Honoring Kirk at TAMUK  Supporters of conservative speaker Charlie Kirk gathered at Texas A&M University-Kingsville(TAMUK), where they stood in silence, shared prayers and listened as attendees…

Bill effects A&M System  Recent state legislation has members of the A&M-Kingsville student body worried of the fate about their studies and if the campus itself…

4th annual Tamalada Festival serves culture Families gathered to eat tamales, watch colorful folklorico dancers, win prizes playing Loteria and make maracas at the 4th Annual…

Chokeholds, confidence, community growth These Javelinas are grappling and shooting takedowns in this campus club to better defend themselves outside of just their weekly meetings.  The…

Career Engagement hosts career fair Students from all majors are anticipating the upcoming Javelina Career Expo from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sep. 23 at the…

Family Weekend 2025 full of fun A weekend of fun, a magic show, movies, bingo games and the Spazmatics is on the horizon for students…

Texas A&M University-Kingsville football has begun its quest for a national title with new Head Coach Scott Parr and new quarterback Jack Turner on Saturday…

The feminine voice on campus has been heard, and there are steps in place and a project under works to improve a long overdue need…

Dr. John Lopez taught the band to play. They’ve been going in and out of style, but they’re guaranteed to raise a smile some Saturday…

Director named; degree pathways developed Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) is launching a nursing program to serve the community and its future students.  The need for nurses…

Javelinas had options that included waterslides, yard games, bubble soccer, pickleball, tennis and sand volleyball at a recent event showing the university’s student recreation center. …

A council of students from across the A&M system was recently elected and Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s Student Body President Harley Davis is among those elected…

President Vela balances budget for first time in seven years Loss of funding and declining enrollment resulted in a $9 million budget shortfall for A&M-Kingsville…

‘A Century of Memories’ exhibit opens The much-anticipated Javelina Heritage: A Century of Memories exhibition officially opened on Saturday, June 7. The Kingsville community was welcomed…

When a student athlete receives a scholarship to play on or simply makes a team, they aren’t attending campus just to play a specific sport. …

Awards handed out across the region Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) is known for its illustrious engineering and agriculture colleges, but three art department representatives  are putting…

New information comes to light regarding raid New information surrounding the recent ICE presence on campus has serviced. The University Police Department investigated alleged thefts…

Following the ICE raid on Thursday, June 26, at Texas A&M University–Kingsville, The Corpus Christi Caller-Timesreported that 27 contractors were apprehended. This number was confirmed in…

‘Interstellar Corporation’ debuts Mars rover Six Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) College of Engineering students competed in the NASA–Texas Space Grant Consortium (TSGC) Design Challenge Showcase.  This competition…

Agents took 26 into custody June 26 On Thursday, June 26, ICE detained 26 contractors working to remediate the Memorial Student Union Building at the…

West wing burned out While students were enjoying the first official weekend of summer over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, disaster was striking our 100-year-old…

In a land not so far, where the spirit runs free, students gathered for a cause full of glee. HoggieThon 2025 wasn’t just a dance…

Teens, children gather from around Texas to show off  Trailers, barbecue pits and even swing sets lined University Boulevard for Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) annual…

A song to ring in the 100th year Five months into Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) centennial celebration and Javelinas have already seen photo recreations, mariachi concerts…

Nine students had visas revoked Nine international students at the university have had their visas re-instated after being revoked by the Justice Department in April.  Over…

Hard ridden year ends with buckles The Texas A&M University Kingsville Rodeo team has ridden their way into success in and out of the arena,…

MSUB Pavillion blasts with Javelinas music Carried by the wind, the sounds of music, applause and instruments led the Kingsville community toward the Memorial Student Union…

Team returns triumphant from San Marcos The South Texan participated in the annual Texas Intercollegiate Press Association (TIPA) conference and competition held in San Marcos…

Javelinas’ very own ring in the centennial year On a historic night, a jubilant energy filled the air in the MUEB Performance Hall, along with…

De La Garza crowned Miss TAMUK Amid cheers, teary-eyed applause and the rustle of gowns, Ariana De La Garza was crowned Miss TAMUK 2025 on…

Though only in its first two years, the Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Trap and Skeet Club is already aiming high and hitting its target.   …

Doubt. Shame. Fear. Anger. These are just a few emotions sexual assault victim Jane has experienced. Though the violent act that shifted her life is…

Upcoming ‘Hoggiethon’ set for April 26 For six years, fraternities and sororities at Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) have danced their hearts out to raise money for Corpus…

Cornerstone photo part of kickoff to Centennial year Spring showers delayed the squadron of Javelinas and hundreds of South Texans who were eager to take the…

Regional school districts gather to recruit On Tuesday, April 1, the university’s Career Engagement office hosted its annual semester Javelina Education Expo connecting students to…

Young foster women receive free dresses Senior prom is a night for young men and women to enjoy no matter their circumstances. Texas A&M University-Kingsville…

The Second Screamin’ Javelina Music Festival is on March 29, with a lineup of 16 local artists and bands ready to rock the stage.The festival…

TAMUK hosts flute showcase, world renowned flute player The School of Music recently presented a Flute Studio Showcase and for some students it was their…

Longtime TAMUK professor passes away Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) mourns the loss of Dr. William Kuvlesky, associate dean and professor in the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg…

Auditions were held for “She Kills Monsters,” on Feb. 24 through the 26 at Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Little Theatre to determine the cast…

The South Texas Archives at the Jernigan Library isn’t limited to the history of Texas A&M University-Kingsville alone. The Archives hold history from all of…

Chancellor selected for A&M System On June 14, 2024, long time Texas A&M University (TAMU) System Chancellor John Sharp announced he was stepping down after…

Cornerstone photo to kickoff Centennial year *The event has been moved to April 3rd* Over 100 years ago, 10,000 South Texans gathered for a historic…

FAFSA season is underway. Carol Exum has seen many changes spanning 26 years of service in the Financial Aid Department, perhaps none bigger than a…

ormed that that they would be laid off from their environmental restoration project jobs funded and distributed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service…

Have no fear, Juan Vela is here Parking has been a topic for years on campus, from not being able to find a parking spot…

Students travel to Waco to test their knowledge Every year the Texas Regional Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine (TACSM) holds its annual…

Pittman,Valente to return to nationals Two Javelinas are bound for nationals. On Feb. 19, six students from Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s chapter of Texas Association of Future…

Building no longer housing classes In the Summer of 2024, Sam Fore Hall was shut down after the discovery of mold in the building, remediation then…

TAMUK’s very own movie star “‘Let Me Be With You’ tells its story emotionally from an adolescent perspective, managing to be unique with its great…

CSDO travels to Puerto Rico over break From Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) to the Instituto Ponceño Síndrome Dome, the Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSDO) graduate students…

Leaving a legacy behind After 23 years of service to Texas A&M University-Kingsville and 10 years as the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences,…

Played their way into the history books Sliding into international recognition, the Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Trombone Studio struck gold winning the International Trombone Association (ITA) Remington…

Pack the House is a TAMUK event in which students are encouraged to show school spirit at the Javelina men and women’s basketball games.  On…

Music filled the upstairs ballroom in the Memorial Student Building, welcoming students to celebrate with the College of Arts and Sciences.  Circling the ballroom were…

Art exhibit shapes its way to TAMUK A new art exhibit has shaped its way to the Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Ben Bailey Art Gallery.    The…

‘Office’ stars visit Kingsville “For nine years we were on a closed set; we didn’t get to see our fans. Now we’re making up for that nine-year…

This is a developing story UPDATE: As of Jan. 27 Contreras has been found safe according to family members on social media. On Thursday, Jan.…

Gift drive for season of giving Christmas is the season of giving and the Campus Activities Board (CAB) teamed up with Brush Country CASA and…

TAMUK artists final exhibit After four years of hard work and dedication, Texas A&M University-Kingsville art department hosted its senior art show at Kleberg Bank on…

Art with machinery Under the tents in downtown Kingsville, students applied black paint to carved wooden boards crafted over time. They prepared the boards to…

TAMUK honors all who served Courage and honor filled the floors of the MSUB ballroom as “The National Anthem” played at Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s event…

New additions to come With the goal of 10k students by 2028 in mind, Texas A&M University-Kingsville is looking to build for the future. As the…

En todas las instalaciones, los estudiantes buscaban un área donde pudieran pasar el rato entre clases. Áreas como el SUB, los pasillos de Manning y…

El orgullo de las Javelinas se deja notar con su nuevo espectáculo A Whole New World (en inglés) [un nuevo mundo]. La Banda de Marcha…

La universidad de Texas A&M-Kingsville (TAMUK) celebró su quinto Javelina Day of Giving [día anual de donaciones] un momento en el que administradores, exalumnos, padres…

TAMUK ranks high Each fall semester, the U.S. News and World Report for America releases its annual educational rankings.  In the 2025 Best Colleges ranking,…

Deans of TAMUK host forum After the conclusion of midterms and the second half of the semester underway, college deans welcomed students to a Deans…

Keeping students is priority for future “Retention is so important, when a new student comes here, we want Javelina nation to feel like their home,”…

While many students remain in bliss ignorance of their options for dining on campus, the doors to the Memorial Student Union Building (MSUB) are both…

Fall Carnival was flooded with visitors to the campus resulting in more items being sold to help organizations reach their goal.  Fall carnival is hosted…

Waka Flocka beginning another set of songs.

New facility for ocelot preservation South Texas has always been keen on the wildlife that call this area home. Across family farms and ranches all the…

TAMUK looks to increase student enrollment Bigger is better and at Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) the strive to be the best never ceases to let…

Community shows out for festival The Conner Museum hosted its Third annual Tamalada Festival, which drew an even larger crowd this year, continuing its growth…

Third floor of Jernigan library revamped Across campus, students look for an area where they can hang out in between classes. Areas such as the…

Excitement builds for yearly event The Conner Museum is hosting its yearly Tamalada Festival on Sept. 28.  Attendees can look forward to a variety of…

Counseling services for students eptember is Suicide Awareness Month, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Counseling Services is using this opportunity to remind students that mental health…

Alumni, administrators, family donate to university Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) brought upon the fifth annual Javelina Day of Giving, a time in which administrators, alumni,…

Torch lit for Hoglympics This fall semester, Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) is embracing the spirit of athleticism with the Hoglympics. This event invited students to…

Even as the rain barreled down outside, TAMUK’s Student Engagement & Campus Life (SECL) kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations with food, fun and music…

Community reflects on impact of 9/11 As first responders dressed with heavy coats and oxygen tanks they prepared to climb the stairs of Pepsi Stadium…

New year brings new performance The pride of Javelina Nation blasts off with their new show “A Whole New World.” The Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK)…

College of Engineering hosts youth camp In the final weeks of June, the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) hosted a youth camp…

Safety of students is the top priority  With the 2024 hurricane season expected to be a more active than usual season, the entire coastal region…

Javelinas coach up high school athletes Last week, the Javelina women’s basketball team held its High School Elite Camp to help train and showcase high…

TAMUK’s streets get revamped Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) has experienced an increase in potholes that have appeared on campus. These potholes have caused a small…

Students compete for gold The Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) aero team traveled to Van Nuys, Calif. to compete in the Society of Automotive Engineers…

Students spread awareness The severity and weight of sexual assault and domestic violence sinks in as students, faculty and staff gather in a moment of…

Event is set to premiere music piece The Javelina music program will perform at Jones Auditorium in an event called Super Flute in late April.…

Showcasing resources on campus On April 17, the student Disabilities Resource Center (DRC) came together with Opportunity Now and held a Student Exposure Expo (SEE).…

Young staff wins 21 awards The staff of The South Texan (TST) student publication participated in the annual Texas Intercollegiate Press Association (TIPA) held in…

New reign begins on campus   The dazzling lights sparkled off senior Robyn Barrera’s dress, she smiled ear to ear as she was crowned Miss…

Gonzales inspires, crafts 3-D printed projects The smell of resin fills the air as the 3-D printer works tirelessly to print out material samples for…

Alumnus travels back to campus Helping women find their wings was a special collaboration to help inspire the women of Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK)…

Students walk against sexual assault As the red high heels slowly began to create blisters and discomfort, males at Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) put…

Shattil looks to inspire students  Capturing the minds of many students, Wildlife Conservation Photographer Wendy Shattil will present a lecture at 5 p.m. Thursday, April…

Musicians from all over Texas showcase their talents  Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) School of Music hosted its 56th Annual Jazz Festival. The festival was a…

Screamin’ Javelina debuts Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) recently hosted its first Screamin’ Javelina music festival. All students, alumni and members of the community were encouraged…

Salsa, sun, studying Over spring break, the Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) USDA Agriculture team took a trip to Puerto Rico.  Here they learned many different…

The return of  TAMUK’s favorite spring tradition Another Spring semester here at TAMUK means another Spring Fling at which students gathered in front of College…

TAMUK faculty showcases artwork A new art exhibit is on display at Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK).   “Lucky Seven,” a faculty-led art show is currently…

SECL hosted Easter Bash Hope you had an egg-cellent Easter just as our Javelina peeps did.  The Annual Javelina Easter Bash and Egg Hunt was…

Demolition process currently underway From sliding down the stairs on a mattress to meeting lifelong friends, Turner-Bishop Hall has earned a special place in the hearts of…

Students bring a story to life Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) hosted its annual children’s play.  The Art, Communication and Theater department (ACT) hosted a Hawaiian…

Safety remains a top priority As spring begins, Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) held the annual Tropical Temptations, an event at which groups on campus as…

Students leave mark at TAFE conference Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) future teachers recently achieved state success at the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) Teach…

Student runs for State Rep. At a young age, Mariana Casarez would excitedly knock on the doors of residents’ homes during voting season, she would…

Research, networking competition The sound of applause and cheering from hundreds of students filled the room as the Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Praxis Team prepared for…

Students learn about financial responsibility Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) hosted its  first financial literacy session. Students were given the opportunity to learn about the importance…

TAMUK sees increase in smoking on campus As the stress from finals starts to overwhelm the students of Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) many students have…

Students juggles school, business As the sweat quickly trickles down the forehead of Anthony Anderson he ties back his dreadlocks and continues to rotate a…

Continues to do their part for cats So far, 15 cats have fulfilled the trap, neuter, release (TNR) process on campus. The areas next being…

How to be safe during upcoming break During a challenging semester, students look forward to a break. Some head home for relaxation, while others hit…

Number of parking citations on the rise  Since the beginning of the 2024 spring semester, students, staff and faculty have seen an uptick in parking…

Mental health app offers free resources The Texas A&M University System recently introduced the TELUS Mental Health App to students on all its campuses. The…

Tom Kenny speaks to university, community The most notable voice in the industry, whose career stretches far and wide, Tom Kenny or more famously known…

Students play to win groceries Students hoped to secure some free essentials at the recent Grocery Bingo event co-hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB)…

From love stories to life lessons As the lyrics of Taylor Swift’s song, “Ready for It,” filled the walls of Manning Hall, Room 220 students…

Dr. Palmer’s plans on enhancement of TAMUK After being named the Provost, Dr. James Palmer began plans on creating a better educational experience for students.…

Extending a helping paw First in a series The overpopulation of cats has been a problem on campus and cannot be ignored.  The Veterinary Technology Program…

Graybeal’s visit inspires musicians The performance hall buzzed with aspiring musicians eager to learn about stage presence and musical skills from someone currently pursuing their…

A Texas A&M University-Kingsville Men’s Basketball player was arrested by the Kingsville Police Department on Wednesday morning.  Freshman forward Zyon Little was arrested Wednesday morning on…

Texas A&M University Kingsville(TAMUK) prepares for colder temperatures, as the arctic blast sweeps through the Coastal Bend. KINGSVILLE, Texas-  On Jan. 12 TAMUK released the…

Javelinas prepare for the next chapter As the light reflects off the bedazzled graduation caps, the graduating class of fall 2023 prepares to embark on…

Registration is underway As students start wrapping up the fall 2023 semester, spring 2024 registration has begun. Advisers and students worked together to prepare for next…

A play of Frida Kahlo’s story Texas A&M University-Kingsville hosted its second theatrical play of the fall semester with the performance of “Frida & Diego.”…

Family asks for prayers Texas A&M University Kingsville released the following press release on Dec. 5, “The university community is mourning the passing of one…

Conner Museum opens Hoggie Holidays exhibit As we enter the 2023 holiday season and everyone begins to bring out decorations and set up for Christmas,…

A student begins their day by visiting Starbucks to order a cup of coffee. They are welcomed with a warm scent of cinnamon and vanilla…

Ceremony honors service men, women The sound of the National Anthem fills the Memorial Student Union Building ballroom resulting in a crowd member’s emotional response,…

Encourages audience to be the change Alumnus and 2022 Rising Star Remi Yusuf spoke to Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) students, faculty and staff Nov. 13…

Javelinas find ways to stay level minded  As the 2023 fall semester comes to a close and the holiday season begins to come about, students…

Best makes a name for herself From Kicking up dirt, starting a photography business, juggling schoolwork, becoming a mom and opening up a boutique, Mackenzie…

Students share their creative art After participating in Blabbermouth at the University of California San Diego, Dr. Luis Cortes decided to bring the Blabbermouth event…

UPD and KPD respond to incident on campus This is a developing story On Wednesday, Nov. 1 Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) faculty, staff and…

Highlighted TAMUK homecoming concert Alumnus David Grace set the stage for headliner Stoney LaRue at Mesquite Grove, finishing off Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Homecoming Week.…

Featuring TAMUK Wing Symphony  The Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Wind Symphony performed their season opener and highlighted two students in their program.  Undergraduate Isla Coronado…

Spooky celebrations underway With Halloween coming up soon, Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) plans to bring in students, staff, faculty and the community members of Kingsville together…

TAMUK to decide its fate Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) along with the Student Government Association (SGA) plan to remodel or remove the bowling alley on…

University to see major changes Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) President Dr. Robert Vela delivered his State of the University Address to discuss the past, present…

Offers students words of encouragement Students and faculty at Texas A&M University-Kingsville lined up in front of the Jones Auditorium to listen to celebrity speaker…

Students gather for music, food, activities Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) hosted its annual homecoming block party and bonfire on Oct. 12, an event was organized to bring…

students meet counselors Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) hosted its first counseling services event in conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month at which students had the…

TAMUK hosts Latin Composers Concert Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) School of Music recently hosted a Latin composer’s recital, put on by faculty and staff to…

 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month  Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) continues to celebrate Hispanic Heritage with a series of events.  For the month of September and weeks of…

TAMUK hosts Casino, Trivia night University students recently had a chance to test their luck and win some amazing prizes at the recent Casino and…

Music, Coffee, Fun  The Campus Activities Board (CAB) along with Student Engagement & Campus Life (SECL) teamed up to host Open Mic Night, an event…

 Flores family shares growth of business  TAMUK hosted Tapas and Topics during which there were food selections as well as two guest speakers talking about…

Free coffee, tacos for TAMUK students The College of Arts & Sciences wrapped up the end of the second week of classes with its Weekend Vibes event…

Game of HOG reveals Porky logo Texas A&M University Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Recreational Sports Center (REC) recently hosted a game of basketball with Dr. Robert Vela,…

Event helps students find their sense of engagement The Student Engagement and Campus Life (SECL) recently organized and offered the Student Organization Fair for students…

TAMUK tackles Texas heat Texas residents have been experiencing a persistent heat wave in recent weeks, with the heat index soaring to 115 degrees or higher and…

As the excitement of becoming a Javelina increases, the Student Union Building fills with incoming students and parents, and students visit student organization booths to…

Developing Story The South Texan followed up with university police and the office of marketing and communications about protocol for disturbances regarding an individual that…

This is a developing story In compliance with the “Timely Notice” provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 the Texas…

Animal science student starts press-on nail business. As the stress and glitter floats away after a long day of studying, Y. Austin prepares a custom order of…

Juried Art Show in BBG  Paintings, sculptures, ceramics and more adorn the walls and floor of the Ben Bailey Art Gallery as students who participated…

Clarinet Choir prepares for Clarinet Fest Texas A&M University Kingsville’s (TAMUK) clarinet players have earned an invitation to perform at the International Clarinet Association’s (ICA)…

Students raise over $15K Black signs flipped through the air displaying the total raised. Students clapped and cheered, cried and hugged and the individual signs…

Students gathered for pizza, prizes, conversations about consent In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Karey Barnes, the director of Student Conduct and Community Standards,…

Student Composers Perform their Original Music On March 3, Associate Professor Ari Sherris of Bilingual Education organized “Conversations with Campus Authors and Composers,” an event to highlight…

Students celebrate the colorful holiday University students joined a traditional festival of colors, spring and love at an event marking Holi on campus on March 8.…

Event held to reach out to male students TAMUK Career En- gagement and Student Government Association teamed up to host Protect the Pack, an event…

Javelina Squared focused on sophomore class inclusion Second-year Javelinas recently gathered at the Javelina Student Engage- ment Center for an eve- ning filled with knowl- edge,…

Trainings throughout the semester Many people suffer from depression and/or suicidal thoughts. All Texas A&M Kings- ville University students were sent an email that included information,…

TAMUK students weren’t lonesome on Valentine’s Day Students couldn’t help falling in love with the Happy Hearts event held at the Memorial Student Union Building…

Though the COVID-19 pandemic lingers, students may still feel the need to protect themselves. If you feel like you may be positive for COVID-19 or…

Interim Coach Salinas named Three weeks into the season, Javelina Softball Coach Douglas Eastman has been replaced. Late Thursday, Javelina Athletics announced interim coach Orlando Salinas…

McClure shares new goals for Campus Life and Recreation Former Director of Student Engagement and Campus Life (SECL), Erin McClure has been promoted to the…

Annual Children’s Show is Feb. 19-21 The Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) Theatre will be performing the annual Children’s Show at 6:30 p.m., Feb. 19…

TAMUK bans app following state-wide order On Dec. 7, 2022, Texas Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter to Texas state agency leaders announcing security threats…

Student media starts semester welcoming new staff members The start of a new year brings many changes, including the student media organizations on campus. The…

Organizations share in hopes of recruiting students

It’s not just a crown and a title nor is it only smiles and beautiful dresses. But the candidates are obligated to attend many mandatory events while…

As the crackling of burning wood invited students to gather around the fire for warmth, Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) began the festivities for the…

First firework show since 2018 Live music, food trucks, fireworks and more will be featured on campus this Friday as Student Engagement and Campus Life…

The University Women’s Club had its annual Social & Dinner on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Center. A special acknowledgement goes…

Program has ‘very successful outcomes’ Wildlife photography is the art of documenting different forms of wildlife in their natural habitats.  Some may wonder how to…

University hosted Boardwalk on the Boulevard To celebrate and recognize students living on campus at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, The University held a Boardwalk on the…

Resources available for students during finals week As this semester begins to wrap up, finals start to make their way to Texas A&M University –…

Scholarship to financially help pregnant women, parents In hopes of helping students who are parents or who are expecting a child while obtaining their degree,…

The Student Government Association (SGA)will give rides to students around campus for Javelinas Give Back Week, which is this week. Many students usually walk to…

Mighty, strong family; part of the School of Music While individuals typically associate Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) band with marching and jazz, they might not…

Cole, Allison placed high individually The Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) Rangeland Plant ID team has kicked off its competition season with a win at the…

A melodramatic rendition of two classics Not many would think that combining Grease and The Exorcist would lead to a raunchy parody featuring demonic possession,…

Targets students who stay on campus for holiday As Thanksgiving approaches, the plans to go home and eat a hearty and memorable meal with family…

The time to see your advisor is now With the fall semester getting closer to ending, spring registration is coming up and opening soon. Registration…

Event aims to educate about domestic violence Chatter echoed and filled the Memorial Student Union Building (MSUB) Ballrooms as students walked around and participated in…

Celebrating India’s biggest holiday  The aroma of Spice Station cuisine, traditional and modern Indian music playing from the Jones Auditorium speakers, men wearing vibrant kurtas…

Election Day is Nov. 8 Monday, Oct. 24, marked the first day of early voting.  Senior Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) student Crystal Trigo plans to…

Casarez becomes licensed lash tech No light yet creeps in as a hand reaches across the pink pillows to stop the obnoxious beeping from continuing…

Javelinas from all over A lot of sports at Texas A&M- Kingsville (TAMUK) have recruits from all over the United States. The recruiters from each…

Athletes look to keep healthy  Recovery is a major part of how successful a program and athlete can be.  If an athlete’s body and mind…

Another chance to hit the field Students transfer to Texas A&M-Kingsville for a variety of reasons, including a better opportunity or they reached the ineligible…

Written, produced by Ginnett  Texas A&M University–Kingsville’s (TAMUK) communication-journalism major Erica Garcia-Ginnett is directing her play, Supers. Supers is about a college kid named Cal…

Dr. J. Louise Liu takes on the project Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) held the final Jernigan Speaker Spotlight Series for the Fall semester on Wednesday,…

No tricks, just trivia for treats Over one hundred Texas A&M University-Kingsville students gathered to compete in a Halloween themed game of Kahoot last week. …

A day of fun, getting things done  The Art, Communication, and Theatre Department of Texas A&M University – Kingsville kicked off their Advising Days with…

Students showcase themselves at event  The Student Engagement & Campus Life organization sponsored a talent showcase open to students to give them an opportunity to…

Events held to hype up students  Javelinas packed the intramural fields as they waited with anticipation to watch the burning of 300 wood pallets at…

Annual Sober Spirits event held Student Engagement, along with PEP Talk, the Office of Employment Services and the Javelina Wellness Center, joined forces at Sober…

Annual event held in Kingsville Kids chanted as floats and decorated cars packed the Downtown Kingsville area Thursday, Oct. 13, as the annual homecoming parade…

Start of homecoming celebration The pavilion was filled with music and students as homecoming candidates passed out candy and food encouraging votes.  The smell of…

Javelina Homecoming comes to an end  The crowd yelling “Defense! Defense! Defense!” was all you could hear from the sidelines of the Javelina Stadium at…

Guides team to 7th win  The Javelinas continue their winning ways as they defeated University of Texas-Permian Basin (UTPB) in a very close game, 13-10,…

National Night Out returns to TAMUK Police and fire vehicles converged at College Hall last week, not for an emergency, but to get to know…

The Student Government Association kicked off voting for the 2022 Homecoming King and Queen on Monday, Oct. 10 at 8am. This year, voting will be…

Dr. Sciullo takes on topic  Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) held the second Jernigan Library Lecture Series Spotlight Event on Wednesday, Oct.5, with Associate Professor of…

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is looking for new members for the upcoming school year.  CAB is in charge of programming many different events around…

Taking care of your mental health plays a vital role in being successful in college. I am in my fourth year being a full-time college…

Greasy Exorcist, Supers to be performed The Texas A&M University – Kingsville’s (TAMUK) drama program has officially begun production for its two fall shows: Greasy…

Professor starts pro-choice club In 1973, the Supreme Court’s ruling in Roe v. Wade recognized that the decision whether to continue or end a pregnancy…

Student Engagement and Campus Life to host events To kick off the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Texas…

Conner Museum to host first Tamalada Festival To celebrate Hispanic culture, cuisine and traditions during Hispanic Heritage Month, the Conner Museum at Texas A&M University…

Students, athletes celebrate start of fall sports Ahead of the first football game of the semester, Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) held the first Hog Call to…

CAB kicks off the year with roller-skating event A line of students wrapped around the Memorial Student Union Building (MSUB) ballrooms as students waited to…

TAMUK hosts first drag show Seats in Jones Auditorium filled up one by one as students munched on popcorn and pickles as they anticipated the…

Performance Hall to be ready by August What was once an empty hall will soon be filled with numerous students and instruments as the Performance…

Besancon, Cantu, Hawkins, Martinez to fill roles As the 2022 Fall semester slowly rolls around, students at Texas A&M University–Kingsville can expect to see some…

an experience for incoming students, pack leaders Javelina Camp is a four-day, three-night event designed for incoming freshmen during which they learn about the spirited…

TAMUK professor directing, alumni acting Texas A&M University–Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Professor and Aurora Arts co-founder, Corey Ranson is directing, designing and producing Sylvia. Sylvia tells the…

Students, parents learn about university life The buzzing murmurs of families filled the Memorial Student Union (MSUB) as they entered and registered for this year’s…

Aims to promote inclusion  Texas A&M University–Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) program is under the supervision of its first director, Dr. Jarett Lujan. …

Annual Germany trip resumes Students in the College of Business were able to travel to Germany from May 14 to 29 as part of the…

Student organizations raise over 12,000 dollars Thee, two, one! Posters were lifted high revealing $12,399 had been raised for Driscoll Children’s Hospital (DCH). The music…

Event held to assist students before finals Chatter surrounded the pavilion as students made their way around different tables, all in attendance of the annual…

Franzese makes an appearance at TAMUK Pink shirts flooded the entrance of Jones Auditorium as students made their way inside for the Mean Girls movie night event…

Fresh faces fill up SGA seats As right hands go up, oaths are made, signifying that change is on its way. The gavel slams the…

Annual Earth Day celebration strikes important conversations As the sun beamed and made its way through to the Memorial Student Ballroom Pavilion, students gradually lined…

The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents today named Dr. Robert H. Vela Jr. as the sole finalist for the position of President of…

“Two, four, six, eight – stop the violence, stop the hate!”  That was just one of several chants that could be heard at Thursday’s protest…

McClendon crowned Miss TAMUK 2022 The curtains drew as the contestants walked onstage for the final time. The lights shined down as Cassandra Gomez and…

The Criminal Justice Organization’s spring banquet  The Texas A&M University – Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Criminal Justice Organization (CJO) will host its first banquet to honor senior…

Salazar turns pandemic into fragrant endeavor The smell of melted wax and arrays of fragrances fill the room. An assemblage of materials and ingredients spread around…

Take Back the Night to be held on April 14 Since the month of April is Sexual Assault Awareness month, the Student Health & Wellness…

Larraga, Payne seek president position As the 2022 school year shifts from one semester to the next, so does the President of Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s…

Actor Daniel Franzese coming to TAMUK Texas A&M University- Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Campus Activity Board (CAB) in collaboration with UNITY, will host a Javelina Movie Night…

TAMUK hosted first Spring Fling since 2019 The smell of popcorn, turkey legs and fried Oreos was in the air once again this spring. The…

Allowed potential and incoming students on Javelina Nation Javelina Preview Day at Texas AM University-Kingsville (TAMUK) allowed potential students to experience being a Javelina and…

10th annual Student Health and Wellness women’s retreat held  To wrap up International Women’s Month at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, the Student Health and Wellness (SHW)…

The end of an era is left with a cleft hanger  Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) School of Music hosted its first Jazz Festival since the…

Planet of the Apes shown to portray anthropology topics like primatology  Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Anthropology Program and Anthropology Club partnered up to host a…

The King Ranch wildfire, now referred to as the “Borrega Fire” continues to grow this morning. As of this update, 60,000 acres have been affected…

Event is March 30 The Campus Activities Board (CAB) organization at Texas A&M University – Kingsville  (TAMUK) is bringing back the annual Spring Fling event…

CFFA sponsored event Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK) Collegiate FFA (CFFA) hosted a photography contest for the month of February. The contest was hosted to…

Annual event draws a crowd While students get ready for Spring Break, there are things they must consider beforehand and campus organizations came out Wednesday…

Rounding up students with roping round robin The night of Feb. 11 was one that was marked in the books, literally. Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK)…

Students design a path to success  The College of Engineering at Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) held a week-long event in honor of Engineers…

A conversation of race, family, empowerment with the BSU women Texas A&M University Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Black Student Union (BSU) continues its fight to empower the…

TAMUK’s Art, Communication and Theatre Department hosted its annual children’s show for surrounding schools and the community. Witch of the Enchanted Woods, written by student…

Slam poetry night featuring Joan ‘Lyric’ Leslie  Seats began to fill at the Javelina Student Engagement Center (JSEC) as students got ready to watch the…

Career Services hosting opportunities for students  Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Career Services will be hosting an in-person Career Expo where students and alumni will be…

Cut(out) ex lovers, friends from your life  On a day filled with love, teddy bears, candy and hearts, Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s (TAMUK) Criminology Club and…

The art, communication and theatre (ACT) department at Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) is presenting their annual children’s show at Jones Auditorium.  This year’s…

Hallmark serves as interim Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) continues its search for a university president after Dr. Mark A. Hussey announced he was stepping down…

Students kick-off celebration on campus Red, black and green now coat the palm trees down University Boulevard. Students climbed ladders and worked as one in…

Trevino new FSL coordinator  Texas A&M University Kingsville’s (TAMUK) search for a new Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) coordinator has ended.  The university has hired…

COVID cases continue to rise on campus COVID-19 cases are rising this spring semester with an 18.1 percent positivity rate from the total number tested.…

Criminal Justice Organization host Valentine’s Day vent Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Criminal Justice Organization (CJO) hosted a Build- A- Strawberry event ahead of Valentine’s…

Gaming Lounge starts here Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) recently celebrated the grand opening of the new Javelina Gaming Lounge, a new addition to…

Anthropology Program & Club Hosted A Bowling Night Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Anthropology Program (AP) and Anthropology (AC) partnered up to host a Bowling…

University notified an hour after events On the evening of Monday, Feb. 7, reports of an active shooter on the campus of Texas A&M University-Kingsville…

On Campus job fair helps students find work on campus  Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Student Government Association (SGA) and Career Services partnered up and…

Individual fitness goals reviewed Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Rec Sports hosted a Sweat Fest. Students got to attend to see what Rec Sports has…

Kick Off the Semester with TAMUK Criminal Justice Organization Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Criminal Justice Organization hosted a game night to kick off this…

Student becomes an inspiring local food truck owner With a head for business, heart for people and passion for results, the up-and-coming food truck, Loli’s…

Expanding Horizons back for 8th season   The Political Science program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) is teaming up with KEDT Radio to annually re-launch…

Blue and Gold talent show winner The red curtains of Jones Auditorium set the scene for Angel Jimenez as she walks on stage to perform.…

New resource center located in Eckhardt Hall Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK) held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Veterans Day to introduce its new…

Health and wellness inform university students Be with people who bring out the best in you, not the stress in you.  The Texas A&M University…

University honors all those who have served Conversations faded and heads turned to watch as ROTC cadets marched along and made their way to University…

Successful talent show brings large crowd Texas A&M-Kingsville (TAMUK) Talent Show, hosted by the Office of Student Activities (OSA) and sorority Alpha Sigma Alpha, allowed…

Homecoming event drew large crowd Conversations were heard as individuals walked around University Boulevard. The smell of different foods filled their noses, making their stomachs…

Halloween event open to the community Texas A&M University-Kingsville had a spooktacular event called, “Trunk or Treat” on Halloween. The event took place on campus…

Hog Call, bonfire kicked off evening Texas A&M University- Kingsville (TAMUK) Office of Student Activities hosted a concert for homecoming week which featured Josh Ward,…

Homecoming King, Queen presented at halftime As the crowd in the stands and the marching band came together to cue the drumroll before the announcement…

McGee: He loved this place The name George Floyd is a name to never forget. It is one that brings feelings of sorrow and heartbreak…