THE LEGACY CONTINUES!
Three Generations with their University Rings
MARCH 2014
In its 44 years of existence, TAMIU has formed legacies and
traditions such as the Class Ring Ceremony which turns four
years old this year. While an unofficial tradition before this, there
was no formal recognition from the University for ring recipients.
When Minerva Corona ’77 and Oralia Jalomo ’82 graduated and
got their rings, TAMIU had different names. The University was
first Texas A&I University at Laredo and later Laredo State
University. Their daughter and niece, Olivia Corona ’13 was a
ring recipient last year. It was then that mother, aunt, and
daughter/niece were able to be part of this new tradition.
Olivia Corona ’13 (center) with her mother, Minerva Corona ’77
(right), and aunt, Oralia Jalomo ’82 (left), pose with their respective
rings at the Class Ring Ceremony this past Fall.
One of the campus’ most familiar sights that graces our official
ring is the Acequia Fountain. The fountain is key-shaped
symbolizing the key to opportunities. Once ring recipients
receive their ring, they dip it into the basin of water from the
Acequia Fountain to symbolize future opportunities. The Class
Ring is engraved with many University icons. You can learn more
about its symbols here.
We encourage students and alumni to be part of this legacy!
Alumni and students who have completed a minimum of 75 credit hours are welcome to purchase the ring on or
before Ring Ordering on Thursday, March 20 from 9 a.m.—7 p.m. at Zaffirini Success Center Rm 101 in order to
participate in this semester’s Ring Ceremony on Thursday, May 8. You may also purchase the Official Ring online
or you can call 866-225-3687.
GET A STEP AHEAD OF THE REST!
Upcoming Career Service Events
Business & Hospitality Career Fair Resume Reviews Walk-ins Tuesday, March 4 &
Wednesday, March 5 in Student Center 114, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Business & Hospitality Career Fair Thursday, March 6, at SC Ballroom from
1-4 p.m. Résumé welcome and dressed in
business/professional attire.
STEM Recruitment and Internship Career Fair
on Thursday, March 27 at Student Center Rotunda, from 2:30-6:30 p.m. The
Fair is geared towards fields in Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics.
TAMIU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION NEWS
We are pleased to announce that the
TAMIU Alumni Association donated $10,000
for scholarships! The check was presented at
the Dustdevil Basketball Game as part of the
Spirit Week 2014.
The Alumni Association offers great ways to
network while helping students earn their
degrees. One of their notable events is the
10th Annual AutMus Fest coming this
October! Make history in Laredo and be part
of this monumental event by joining the
AutMus Fest Committee. The next
Committee meeting will be Wednesday,
March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Hal’s Landing.
Photo courtesy of Laredo Morning Times. L-R Araceli Cortez ’99, Ben Rangel ’91, ’93,
Mike Cortez ’82 President of Alumni Association, Dr. Ray Keck, Yeli Howard ’11
TAMIU Women’s Basketball (19-6, 15-4 Heartland) chiseled its
signature into the history books, clinching a program-first Heartland
Conference regular-season championship with an 86-59 victory over
McMurry at Kimbrell Arena. The Dustdevils victory, paired with
second-place St. Edward's loss, helped TAMIU clinch the Heartland
Conference regular season championship in a historic season.
Ranked No. 5 in the region, TAMIU hosts the Heartland Conference
Tournament on March 7-8 at the Kinesiology and Convocation
Building. On Friday, March 7, TAMIU will play against St. Edward’s
University in the first semi-final at 5:30 p.m., while the second
semi-final at 7:30 p.m. will feature St. Mary’s and Newman
University. On Saturday, March 8, the final will be at 5:00 p.m.
Learn more about this victory>>
To view our Dustdevil Games schedule click here>>
Keep your children’s body and mind active through
TAMIU Camps and Programs for Minors !
Which program or camp is suitable for your children?>>
Art “Powered by TAMIU” Art Alumni will be featured in a historic TAMIU Art Alumni Show
featuring 12 former art students opening this March.
When is the opening reception?>>
ALUMNI NETWORK
Reymundo Martínez ’96
Reymundo was recently promoted to Sergeant of Webb County Constable Precinct 1!
He has worked for Webb County for the past eight years. He thanks the University, the
support of his loved ones, and professors in helping him receive his degree. “I am
honored to be a part of the DustDevil family and hope that my nieces and nephews also
become students and eventually alumni of this great institution,” he adds, “TAMIU, thank
you very much.”
Reymundo holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
Robert Hernández ’05
Robert lives in Birmingham, Alabama, and was recently promoted to Business
Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planner for BBVA Compass Bank! He provides
BBVA the necessary tools to prevent any disruptive hazards and assists in recovering
from such disasters. He is also a liaison between U.S., México, and Spain for disaster
recovery.
Robert also volunteers with several organizations. He is a Board of Director for
Equality Alabama and PR and Communications Director for Día de los Muertos in
Birmingham. He has also offered his expertise at multiple universities as a speaker in
the field of marketing.
Robert earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Marketing.
Christian A. Davila ’09
After his undergraduate studies, Christian went to St. Mary's University School of Law
and received a Juris Doctorate degree. He is now a licensed attorney practicing in
Austin, Texas. Christian is also a CrossFit and strength athlete and is an inspiring fiction
writer.
Christian holds a Bachelor of Business Administration.
Clarissa Moncivais ’11
Clarissa just completed her second year as a Financial Services Professional with New
York Life Insurance Company. Recently, she earned her Series 63 FINRA securities
license. She will also serve as treasurer for the Laredo Next Generation Rotary Club for
the 2014-2015 year.
Clarissa holds a Bachelor in Business Administration with a major in Finance.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
AS ALUMNI, YOU ARE PART OF OUR LEGACY.
CONTINUE EMPOWERING YOUR COMMUNITY AND FUTURE GENERATIONS!
Suggest a story, tells us about your accomplishments or any other news you would like to share
with the rest of our growing TAMIU community.
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YOU GOT BENEFITS!
TAMIU graduates are entitled to numerous benefits and privileges.
Some are:
Lifetime E-mail Account
Library Services
Check Out Books
Access to Computer Labs
TAMIU Bookstore Discounts
TAMIU Alumni OneCard
Free Parking
Free Entrance to Regular Season
Athletic Events
Entry to REC Center (Small Fee Associated)
Additionally, the Office of Career Services offers
FREE services to our alumni, including:
Résumé Writing
Career Counseling and workshops
Information on Job Openings
Access to Dusty Works
Mock Interviews
Participation in the Annual Job Fair/Opportunities to meet
recruiters.
Download the TAMIU app for TAMIU news, events, images, directory access, social media, maps, faculty, shop, audio,
and tools are available for smartphones and iPad.
Visit the Alumni Relations Office KL 261 or e-mail alumni@tamiu.edu for more information.
Juan Espinoza ’10, ’13 gives back to TAMIU
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