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Resilience Connects These Three 2026 Graduates, Even Though They鈥檝e Never Met

One quality that sets 麻豆传媒映画 students apart is their resilience. It鈥檚 a common bond that connects them through shared experiences, from classes to extracurriculars. Maddie Mansell, Hana Taylor-Schlitz and Noe Mendoza Jr. know it well, even though they don't know each other.

President von Eschenbach Speaks About Affordability, Resilience and "Enduring Human Skills" at Higher Ed Event

From the value of a college degree to the impact of AI, 麻豆传媒映画 President Warren von Eschenbach PhD spoke about the priorities and pressures of students and higher education leaders.

Get Free Tuition Through 'Trailblazer Tuition Trust' Program, Apply by June 1

麻豆传媒映画 announced the launch of the Trailblazer Tuition Trust, a transformative new program that will cover full tuition and mandatory fees for up to four years for eligible Texas high school graduates pursuing their first bachelor鈥檚 degree at 麻豆传媒映画.

Trailblazing McDonald's Entrepreneur Roland Parrish Donates $50,000 for New Endowed Scholarship

Roland Glynn Parrish surprised the audience at 麻豆传媒映画 Commencement on May 12, 2026, when he announced a $50,000 gift to establish an endowed scholarship. Through the Parrish Charitable Foundation (PCF), the family philanthropy founded by the entrepreneur and longtime education advocate, the funds will be used to launch the scholarship in the name of PCF and the 麻豆传媒映画 Class of 2026.

From Boxer to Lawyer: One Future Attorney's Adventurous Path to the Courtroom

鈥淢y words are my weapons now,鈥� said Noe Mendoza Jr., a former collegiate boxer who hung up his gloves to study at the 麻豆传媒映画 College of Law. The first-generation college student and future litigator will receive his Juris Doctor degree on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Majestic Theater.

Junior Julisa Morones Luna: Newman Civic Fellow Committed to Helping Communities

麻豆传媒映画 junior Julisa Morones Luna is active 鈥� and an activist. She is the university鈥檚 2025-26 Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellow, an honor awarded to students who are committed to improving their communities and finding solutions to societal challenges.

Growth Mindset: How a Graduate Student's Resilience Paid Off Again and Again

Abba Keren Koffi is curious. The 麻豆传媒映画 graduate student, who will earn her MBA in December 2025, loves to learn. So, it鈥檚 no surprise that Koffi thrived when she came to the U.S. in 2015 鈥� and to 麻豆传媒映画 in 2018.

'True Blue' on Nov.1 Will Help Students Explore College and Career Paths

On Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, hundreds of prospective students from area high schools and community colleges will be welcomed at the annual True Blue Preview Day from 9 - 11:30 a.m. It鈥檚 the perfect stop for young men and women considering where they want to attend college and what kind of career they aspire to pursue.

麻豆传媒映画 #1 for Student Outcomes in New College Rankings

麻豆传媒映画 ranks #1 in Student Outcomes for its region and category of the newly released Washington Monthly 2025 College Guide and Rankings. The University also ranks in the top tier of the 2026 Best Colleges in America by U.S. News & World Report.

Want to Study in Italy or Spain Next Summer? Here's How

Many students think studying in a foreign country is impossible. But the 麻豆传媒映画 Study Abroad Program makes it possible, through scholarships and other ways. Explore the opportunity and take note of the scholarship application deadlines for summer 2026.

How 麻豆传媒映画 Is Embracing AI for Teaching and Learning

麻豆传媒映画 is committed to embracing AI technology for the benefit of teaching and learning, ultimately preparing our students for promising careers. The university鈥檚 goal is to stay at the forefront of AI. Ambitious plans are well underway to harness the strengths of AI, while ensuring it is used ethically, transparently, and with the utmost integrity and the most positive outcomes.

Final Week of Registration for New and Returning Students

麻豆传媒映画 is going all out to make Fall 2025 registration as fast and easy as possible 鈥� both for new and returning students. From August 25-28, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Enrollment, Admissions and Financial Aid teams, and other departments and offices, are open extra hours - offering guidance and support for any current and prospective students.

Countdown to Fall Semester: What You Need to Know

麻豆传媒映画 classes begin on Monday, August 25, 2025 鈥� and unregistered students are encouraged to enroll as soon as possible. With Express Registration, students can enroll themselves on My麻豆传媒映画D.edu or schedule an Express Registration appointment with an advisor who can assist them in selecting their classes.

Dr. Kimberly Riddick Accepted Into AASCU Emerging Leaders Program

Dr. Kimberly Riddick, Director of Student Leadership and Success at the 麻豆传媒映画 (麻豆传媒映画), has been selected for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities鈥� (AASCU) 2025-26 Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). Only 37 higher education leaders were chosen for the program.

麻豆传媒映画 Tops New "Texas University Report Card" from ScholarShot

The 麻豆传媒映画 (麻豆传媒映画) scored highest in the just-released 2024 Texas University Report Card, an annual evaluation by the educational organization ScholarShot. Not only did 麻豆传媒映画 tie for first place, but the university was also singled out as 鈥渕ost improved鈥� from last year鈥檚 Report Card.

Commencement Speakers Tell Graduates to Dream Big and Dream Loud

Two keynote speakers had powerful, motivational messages for 麻豆传媒映画 graduates at the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies on May 13, 2025, at the Texas Trust CU Theater in Grand Prairie. Both encouraged graduates to chart their own individual paths to success, with purpose, and to positively impact their communities and leave a lasting legacy.

Resiliency and Dad's Advice Paid Off For This Digital Media Graduate

The graduating senior, who will earn her Bachelor's degree in Communication and Digital Media this month, has a creative flair. From fashion to photography, Aakira Blackmon has made her mark through passion and personal expression.

Meet a Trailblazer Who Wants to Use Data to Break Down Barriers

As Chrishna Brooks prepares to receive her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Analytics from the 麻豆传媒映画 School of Business, Brooks is entering a workforce that is changing at lightning speed. Data 鈥� and how to slice and dice it 鈥� is a focus like never before.

How a Bank Visit Became a Catalyst for a Career in Finance for This School of Business Graduate

For Ashley Renteria, a visit to the bank with her parents was the catalyst for a career in finance. 鈥淚t triggered something inside me,鈥� Renteria said. The 麻豆传媒映画 senior, set to graduate from the School of Business this month, has always been a 鈥渘umbers person.鈥�

"It's One of the Best Things I've Ever Done" Says 51-Year-Old Graduate

Becoming a teenage mother stalled Yolanda Lewis's educational journey. Becoming a grandmother helped get it restarted, proving it's never too late to pursue your dreams. At 51, Lewis will cross the 麻豆传媒映画 Commencement stage on May 13, 2025, joined by her School of Business classmates.

How a First-Generation Student Succeeded by Switching Majors - and Social Skills

Edvin Arriaza had no blueprint to follow when he enrolled at 麻豆传媒映画. As the first in his family to go to college, it was an unfamiliar journey. Arriaza soon found the support and encouragement that made his college experience memorable and successful. "I had help here I wouldn鈥檛 have gotten elsewhere," he said.

April 5 Preview Day Offers Students Close-Up Look at Majors, Programs, Campus Activities

At the 麻豆传媒映画 Trailblazer 360 Preview Day on Saturday, April 5, 2025, high school and transfer students can explore programs and majors in our four schools: Business, Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Behavioral Health and Human Services, plus get a close-up look at campus and all the university has to offer.

Incoming Freshmen: Apply Now for Presidential Scholarships, Deadline March 21

Applications are now being accepted for the 麻豆传媒映画 Presidential Scholars Program. It is open to first-time incoming freshmen who have been admitted to 麻豆传媒映画 for the Fall 2025 semester.

College of Law Partners with MLK Jr's Family to Launch 'Realize the Dream' Volunteerism Project

Realize the Dream's goal is to generate 100 million hours of volunteer service by MLK鈥檚 100th birthday in 2029. The 麻豆传媒映画 College of Law is the first college or university in North Texas and the only law school in the nation to join the King family in its global campaign.

Inspiring Remarks by Lynn McBee Offer Graduates Advice and Life Lessons

Keynote speaker Lynn McBee shared personal and professional experiences, including triumphs and tragedies, during an inspiring address to more than 400 麻豆传媒映画 graduates at Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 17, 2024.

Meet the First-Generation Student Who Overcame 'Imposter Syndrome' and Embraced the 'Data Revolution'

Although Rolando Castillo was admitted to 麻豆传媒映画 on a full-ride scholarship, he faced uncertainty typical of first-generation college students. Thanks to the Trailblazer Elite Program, he is about to embark on a promising career as a data analyst.

Fall 2024 Commencement Set for Dec. 17 at Texas Trust CU Theatre

More than 400 students will receive undergraduate and graduate degrees during 麻豆传媒映画鈥� Fall 2024 Commencement ceremonies, which will be held on Tuesday, December 17, at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie.

On Nov. 2, 'True Blue Preview Day' Welcomes High School and Transfer Students

At the 麻豆传媒映画 "True Blue Preview Day" on Saturday, Nov. 2, we will welcome students from area high schools and community colleges planning the next step in their educational journeys.

麻豆传媒映画 Rises in Three Categories of U.S. News 'Best Colleges' Rankings

The 2025 Best Colleges Rankings by U.S. News & World Report show 麻豆传媒映画 climbed even higher in three key categories among Regional West institutions.

Study Abroad Program to Expand Thanks to Grant from U.S. State Department

The 麻豆传媒映画 Study Abroad Program has received a $35,000 grant award through the U.S. State Department鈥檚 2024 IDEAS Program competition. The university is one of only 37 institutions nationwide to receive this grant and one of only two in Texas.

From Boxing Ring to Courtroom, Meet the Law Student Who Can Knock Out His Opponents

Meet Noe Mendoza Jr., a second-year 麻豆传媒映画 College Law student and three-time National Collegiate Boxing champion. "It's a lifestyle," said Mendoza, referring to both boxing and practicing law.

Trail Ready Summer Bridge Program for Incoming Freshmen Starts June 10

麻豆传媒映画 is launching its first free summer program for incoming freshmen to ensure they are prepared for college-level coursework. The Trail Ready Summer Bridge Program starts June 10. It runs for four weeks through July 3. A second, identical session runs from July 15 through August 8.

'Trailblazer 360' Welcomes High School, Transfer and Graduate Students on Saturday, April 6

Potential students can get a close-up look at everything The 麻豆传媒映画 (麻豆传媒映画) offers during its annual spring open house, Trailblazer 360 Preview Day, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. 麻豆传媒映画 will welcome high school juniors, seniors, and college students considering a transfer so they can design the next steps of their educational journey.

2023 Graduate Plans Career in Politics and Government, But First an MBA

Graduating senior Cristian Medina will stay at 麻豆传媒映画 to earn an MBA. He plans to give back to his community by mentoring others, serving in government and running for political office.

Senior Dreams of Becoming a Doctor, After Following Her Mom to 麻豆传媒映画

麻豆传媒映画 graduating senior Lauren Herrera plans to become a dermatologist. She was inspired, in part, by her mother, who is also a 麻豆传媒映画 graduate.

First Year and Graduate Students Drive Enrollment Growth

First Recipient of Robert Mong Endowed Scholarship is Named

Valerie Torres, a 麻豆传媒映画 sophomore, recently became the first recipient of the Robert Mong Endowed Scholarship, named for 麻豆传媒映画 President Bob Mong.