UTRGV Alumni and Legacy

Hey UTRGV and legacy alumni! Update your alumni profile today! 🌟🎓

By updating your profile, you'll enjoy:

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👉 Stay connected and update your profile here: https://utrgv.link/alumni-profile

🙌 Join us tomorrow for Day of Giving and make a change! 🙌

Your donation, no matter the size, helps fund:
🏫 UTRGV Schools and Colleges
💸 Scholarships
🎒 Student Support Programs

One Gift. Countless Opportunities. Your donation has the power to unlock endless possibilities and make dreams a reality. Start by making a donation here: https://link.utrgv.edu/dayofgiving

Remember the excitement of your graduation day? Help another student achieve that dream! ✨ Join us for Day of Giving on August 27th✨

Your gift will directly fund scholarships, support innovative programs, and provide much-needed essential resources for our students.

You can choose which areas of need your gift will support:
💵 Student Scholarships
📚 Academic Programs
👨‍🎓 Student Support

By giving back, you can help today's students overcome financial barriers and achieve their own success stories.

Your generosity opens doors and creates opportunities for students to reach their full potential.

Get ready to make an impact 👉🧡 Save the date here: https://link.utrgv.edu/dayofgiving/

🎓 Calling all UTRGV alumni! As the new semester begins, share your wisdom and tips with our current students.

Drop a comment with your best advice or a memorable tip that helped you succeed during your college journey. ✌️

You've witnessed the transformative power of education and how it opens doors to endless opportunities. Yet, countless college students need financial support to stay on track and realize their full potential.

Be part of something bigger—Join us for Day of Giving on August 27th!

During Day of Giving, you can make a gift to:
🏫 UTRGV Schools and Colleges
💸 Scholarship Fund
🎒 Student Support Programs

Every donation, no matter the size, helps pave the way for a brighter future for students in the Rio Grande Valley.

Be ready to make a lasting impact on The Future of Texas!

Save the date here:
https://link.utrgv.edu/dayofgiving/

🌟 UTRGV Alumni, Be a Mentor 🌟

Your journey can inspire others! Join Vaquero Connect to mentor current students, share your experiences, and empower others to reach their goals!

https://peoplegrove.utrgv.edu/

🏈 Vaquero Football coming soon! 🔜

Less than 1,700 deposits remain available for season tickets for our inaugural 2025 season! 👇

Get yours while they're still available at GoUTRGV.com/Tickets

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Congratulations to Maya Wilson and Jaci Finch, two recent UTRGV graduates selected for Fulbright Scholarships who will travel abroad to teach courses in English and cultural studies.

Wilson will teach English in South Korea next year and Finch will teach English, STEM and American Culture courses in Estonia starting in September.

Read more: https://utrgv.news/Fulbright2024

Looking to launch or grow your business and meet with other entrepreneurs? 🤝

The UTRGV Center for Innovation and Commercialization - CIC is inviting you to their fourth annual Startup Resource Expo! 💼

The expo is FREE and open to the community.

Engage with other business owners, organizations and enjoy sessions such as:
📱 The Five Cs of Social Media
❌ How NOT to Launch a Mobile App
🖐️ The First Five Steps to Success in Small Business

📅 Friday, June 14
⌚ 10AM - 3PM
📍 UTRGV Center for Innovation and Commercialization, 307 E Railroad St, Weslaco, TX

To register, visit: utrgv.link/Startup-Resource-Expo

Attention all Alumni! 🚨

Get ready for an action-packed season of DI volleyball in the ! 🏐 Secure your GA season tickets for just $50 today and enjoy 10+ thrilling games!

🌟 Exclusive benefits for early birds:

🎟️ Renew/purchase by June 14: Invitation to an exclusive team practice.
🍿 Renew/purchase by June 28: Free popcorn at every home game.
🎫 Renew/purchase by July 26: Extra tickets to the South Texas Showdown.
✍️ Renew/purchase by August 5: Autographed card from Coach Lowery.

Purchase here: utrgv.link/Volleyball-Tickets 🌐

Questions? 🤔 Contact Ryela Rodriguez at 956-665-3747📞 or email [email protected]. ✉️

Exciting News! 🎉 The University of Texas System Board of Regents approved UTRGV’s proposal to establish a new School of Optometry! 👓

could welcome its first School of Optometry as early as Fall 2027, making it just the third optometry school in the state. 👏

Learn more: https://utrgv.link/new-school-of-optometry

The UTRGV Center for Innovation & Commercialization-CIC will hold the fourth annual Startup Resource Expo on Friday, June 14 at their center in Weslaco! This event brings together entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry experts from across the Rio Grande Valley. If you're interested in connecting with organizations that can help you either start or grow your business while networking with your entrepreneurial-minded peers, this expo is for you!

Attendees will be able to:
🤝 Connect with local experts
💡 Gain insights & resources from presenters
📸 Have their professional headshot taken
🍽️ Get free continental breakfast and lunch
🎁 Enter a giveaway for a coworking membership and a swag box!

This event is FREE and open to the entire RGV community! Learn more and RSVP today ➡️ https://shorturl.at/GIBld

Congratulations to UTRGV President Guy Bailey for being awarded the 2024 Chief Executive HR Champion Award by The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR). This esteemed recognition highlights Bailey's outstanding dedication and support towards the human resources initiatives at UTRGV.

Award includes $24,000 in donations that will be used to provide scholarships for employees pursuing a degree

UTRGV President Guy Bailey named Chief Executive HR Champion 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.

🩺 Make a difference by supporting our future nurses! 🩺

Every donation to the UTRGV School of Nursing is a stepping stone for our students. It’s an opportunity for them to access the best educational tools, engage in immersive learning experiences, and be part of a community that’s at the forefront of healthcare innovation. 🔬🧡

This National Nurses Week, we ask you to make a commitment to the future of healthcare in the RGV 👉 👉 👉 Show your support by donating to the UTRGV School of Nursing here https://give.utrgv.edu/24nursing-s

💡 Empowering our Future Nurses 💡

At UTRGV, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Our nursing students are the embodiment of this belief, striving to become the best in their field. With state-of-the-art facilities, innovative programs, and mentorship from experienced professionals, we’re setting them up for success in every healthcare setting imaginable. 🎓🩺

Every donation empowers our students to push boundaries, innovate, and lead the way in patient care.

🧡 Be a part of their journey! Make a gift to the UTRGV School of Nursing TODAY: https://give.utrgv.edu/24nursing-s

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.

https://www.utrgv.edu/newsroom/2024/05/7/edd-program-builds-education-leaders.htm

🧡 Welcome to National Nurses Week at UTRGV! 🧡

We invite you to join us in supporting the bright future of our nursing students. 🎓🩺

At UTRGV, we’re committed to providing our nursing students with top-notch educational resources, innovative programs, and the support they need to excel in every healthcare setting. 🏥📚

Our nursing students are dedicated to making a positive impact every day, and with your help, we can provide them with the resources they need to thrive.

By donating to the UTRGV School of Nursing, you're investing in students who will shape the future of healthcare in the RGV. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

👉 Show your support and donate now to the UTRGV School of Nursing: https://give.utrgv.edu/24nursing-s

🌎 Celebrate Earth Day by supporting UTRGV's Coastal Studies Laboratory 🌎

The Coastal Studies Laboratory is committed to preserving the coastal ecosystems of the Gulf of Mexico through research and community involvement. Their work ensures the long-term sustainability of these vital environments for future generations.

By donating, you will contribute to:

🔬 Innovative research
📖 Educational programs
🤝 Community outreach

How can you help? Safeguard our coastal treasures by donating here: https://www.give.utrgv.edu/csl24

✨ Drive change by donating to UTRGV’s Mobile Literacy Unit! ✨

Why does the MLU matter?

The Mobile Literacy Unit is a vital community resource, delivering literacy support to low-income children in the Rio Grande Valley.

It also plays an essential educational tool for UTRGV students, allowing them to expand their knowledge through hands-on learning experiences while making a direct impact within the community!

By making a gift, you can spark a brighter future for both RGV children AND UTRGV students! 📚✨

Here’s how YOUR gift makes an impact:

📖 Literacy Equity: Ensure that all children, regardless of their socio-economic background, have access to essential learning materials.

🤝 Community Engagement: UTRGV faculty and students organize and lead events in underserved areas, promoting education and literacy among residents.

💡 Empower Young Minds: By providing learning resources, the MLU empowers children to explore their potential, fostering a sense of confidence and curiosity.

📚 Service Learning: The MLU serves as a dynamic service-learning site for the College of Education and P-16 Integration students, offering hands-on experiences such as organizing story time sessions with preschoolers in local communities.

Your support will not only make YOU part of the vital mission to enrich the educational experience for RGV children but also enhance the academic journey of UTRGV students.

Let’s drive learning resources to the children who need them most!

✨Click here to make a difference: https://www.give.utrgv.edu/mlu

Today is —show your support and make a difference for UTRGV students by donating to the Student Food Pantry! 🌎🧡

4M+ college students face hunger—23% of undergrads and 12% of grads are food insecure. Food security is vital for academic success. Without it, students battle stress, lack focus, and health issues, risking their education.

The Student Food Pantry offers free nonperishable, nutritious food to students. Donate today and help us keep our pantry stocked to support students! 🤠✌️

Make Giving Tuesday a part of your holiday traditions. Donate to the UTRGV Student Food Pantry!

Donate now at give.utrgv.edu/givingtues.

FOCUS ON YOUR FINANCIALS THIS FALL: FREE Lunch & Learn Sessions at UTRGV Center for Innovation & Commercialization

This fall sees the return of the UTRGV Center for Innovation and Commercialization - CIC (307 E. Railroad St, Weslaco) Lunch & Learn Entrepreneurship Speaker Series. This series will take on a topic most-often requested by our entrepreneurs: Finance. Mark your calendars for Thursdays this fall – October 19, October 26, November 2, and November 16 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM.

These seminars will also be available virtually on Zoom. For further information, please contact Vivian Vargas, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] or (956) 665-3918.

For a link to all upcoming CIC events, visit https://utrgv.startuptree.co/discover/events.

There's still time left to donate to UTRGV Day of Giving! This one-day fundraising event is your opportunity to give back and empower the next generation of UTRGV students to achieve their dreams. 🤠✌️

Join us in making a difference and together, we will unleash the maximum potential of our students – and make a lasting impact on the world! 🌎

Donate TODAY at dayofgiving.utrgv.edu! We are 🧡

Can ONE person make a difference in the world? Absolutely – and YOU can make it happen in just one day! 🙌

Make a gift during Day of Giving on August 30 to help our students reach their full potential.

YOU decide which area of UTRGV to support. From academics, scholarships, and veteran assistance to student support services and more, our programs all have the same goal: to provide students with the best education at an affordable price. 🎓

Remember, YOU can make a difference. Make it during Day of Giving.

Visit dayofgiving.utrgv.edu to donate TODAY!

Giving back to the next generation of UTRGV students is a great way to empower our community for success. 🙌

With your help, we can continue providing the resources and support necessary to help students reach their full potential.

You can make a difference – join us during UTRGV Day of Giving on August 30. Visit dayofgiving.utrgv.edu to GIVE now and be part of this historic day! 🧡

Make the impossible possible during Day of Giving on August 30, 2023! 🧡

Become part of and donate to the area of UTRGV that matters the most to you – like academic programs, athletics, veterans assistance services, the food pantry, scholarships, and more!

Day of Giving is a groundbreaking 24-hour fundraising event that makes students’ education dreams possible – and we can only accomplish this together!

Donate TODAY or on Day of Giving at dayofgiving.utrgv.edu 🤠

One Day. One Goal. One UTRGV.

✨Do you want to make a lasting impact?✨

Impact the lives of UTRGV students by donating during Day of Giving on August 30. Your donation has the power to change the course of a student’s life forever by contributing to scholarships, support services, and program expansion. 🧡

Change lives. Donate on Day of Giving or visit dayofgiving.utrgv.edu to GIVE TODAY.

Last year, you helped us raise more than $250,000! 💸 Your generous gifts funded scholarships, academics, and support programs for UTRGV students.

This year, Day of Giving is August 30th – it’s an opportunity for us to achieve even more together! Save the date and invest in the programs and causes that matter most to you during this 24-hour event.

Investing in our students is an investment in the future of the RGV!

Donate on Day of Giving at https://dayofgiving.utrgv.edu/ or be an early donor by giving TODAY! 🎓

Congratulations and good luck, Michelle!

McAllen pastry chef moved to tears after making it on Food Network show McAllen pastry chef Michelle Henry lent her talents to the Food Network’s TV series, the Spring Baking Championship, in an episode called “Who Do You Love” to premiere at 7 p.m. Monday.