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2023 UIW News

December

Cynthia Escamilla

Inspired by Family, Driven by the Mission

12/15/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Growing up, Cynthia Escamilla spent many days sitting in the backseat of her parents’ car as the family drove to the Incarnate Word campus. Her father, then a student at St. Mary’s University, attended religion and science classes at Incarnate Word, and Escamilla often came along for the drive to campus. Today, her work as the Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel for the University she grew up visiting, has earned her the honor of being named one of the city’s top attorneys by San Antonio Magazine.

Angel of Hope Statue

UIW Mission and Ministry and San Antonio Angel of Hope Foundation Invite Community to Honor and Remember Departed Children

12/14/2023 Sourced from UIW News

In fall of 2003, the San Antonio Angel of Hope Foundation approached UIW and the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word (CCVI) asking for a small plot of land to erect the Angel of Hope statue. The statue was built as a memorial to all children who have passed away.

CCVI Sister

CCVI Sister and Staff Members Cross the Stage at Fall 2023 Commencement

12/14/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Every fall and spring, hundreds of graduates join the family of proud alumni of the University of the Incarnate Word, but it’s not every day that a member of UIW’s founding congregation, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word (CCVI), is among them. The Fall 2023 graduating class included Sr. Luzma Rangel, CCVI, who earned her Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministries.

Commander

UIW Military Graduate is Honored and Promoted to O-5 Commander at Veterans Graduation Reception

12/14/2023 Sourced from UIW News

U.S. active duty and veteran service members who walk the stage at commencement don a navy-blue stole. Donning the 50 stars, the UIW seal and the phrase, “Valor and Respect,” the graduates who wear it represent the best of our nation. One such graduate of the Fall Class of 2023 is Nneoma Lewis, who graduated last weekend with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

Vanessa Jupe

Building a Support System for Moms to Succeed

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

In 2002, after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Information Systems from UIW, alumna Vanessa Jupe embarked on her career journey in website development. However, it was a challenging time for young graduates entering the industry following the dot-com bubble burst in 2000.

Sr. Martha and Erika Haskins

Empowering Young Women Globally: UIW Alumnae Mentoring High School Students

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word is committed to cultivating the development of the whole person and fostering values of lifelong learning. This commitment is deeply intertwined with the mission and ministry of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. In keeping with this mission, UIW alumnae Erika Haskins, Jennifer Stuart and Linda Gjergji are mentoring and facilitating a high school global leadership program that focuses on women and young women's global issues known as UIWs Young Women's Global Leadership Program (YWGLP). They are joined in their efforts with this program by Dr. Joan Labay-Marquez, YWGLP program sponsor and YWGLP advisors Sister Martha Ann Kirk, ThD and Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez.

Mentor Program

Reaching New Heights

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

You can’t miss them. If you’re walking across the UIW campus, a new logo adorns the halls and offices of over 100 faculty and administrators on Broadway Campus. Whether it’s the Student Engagement Center, Columkille Administration Building, Athletics support offices or the many academic buildings on campus, UIW students are being introduced to a new logo that reminds them of the many people they have on campus to support their pathway. These logos reflect FLIGHT, UIW’s new mentoring program.

students in front of chapel

Reflections of a Study

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

When I first learned that I was nominated to participate in the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability’s UIW Centro Fox Leadership and Mission Program, I was overwhelmed with excitement to travel to San Cristóbal, Guanajuato, Mexico, to attend the program. This was my first international trip from the U.S. to Mexico to study abroad as a PhD student and two-time alumna of the University of the Incarnate Word. The Centro Fox Program is a nonprofit organization founded by Former President Vicente Fox that offers leadership training to develop compassionate global community leaders in collaboration with the Vamos México Foundation, established by First Lady Marta Sahagún Fox, which supports local and national causes by helping people living in vulnerable situations through social action. A group of 15 undergraduate and graduate students with diverse backgrounds were nominated to participate in the leadership program. As a doctoral student in the Dreeben School of Education, I was excited to explore what I previously learned in my studies focusing on my concentration in adult education, social innovation and entrepreneurship.

Christie Cody

To Honor Her Father, Alumna Leaves a Legacy

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Christie Cody fondly remembers playing in the halls of Incarnate Word College. Her father, Dr. Keith Tucker worked on the Broadway campus for over 42 years. During that time, she, her siblings and other children of employees would explore the then much smaller campus and visit with all the members of the community. Through her time exploring the buildings, visiting the lunchroom and interacting with students, faculty and employees, one sentiment struck her: “UIW felt like home.”

UIW Startup Challenge

Top Three Named in Annual UIW Startup Challenge

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The results are in for the 2023 UIW Startup Challenge! Hosted by the UIW H-E-B School of Business and Administration’s (HEBSBA) Beckendorf Center for Innovation and Global Entrepreneurship, the challenge’s final competition took place on Friday, Dec. 1, and three teams from UIW walked away with cash prizes to jumpstart their business ventures.

Peyton Adams

UIW Celebrates Women Athletes

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW is proud to be the home of many competitive and determined athletes. Each is dedicated to their chosen sport as they continuously work to grow and develop their athletic skills. As of recently, UIW’s women’s soccer and volleyball teams have been experiencing the busyness that comes with the game season. They’ve gone up against impressive competitors from schools inside and outside the state of Texas. Each game is a demonstration of our women athletes’ tenacious spirits and exemplars of Cardinal spirit.

Emma Vequist

UIW Class of 2023 Emma Vequist

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW’s Fall 2023 graduating class will walk the commencement stage and enter a new chapter of their lives on Saturday, Dec. 9. Each has dedicated themselves to their studies, made sacrifices to reach this milestone and will carry the Mission of UIW with them into the future. One of these many remarkable graduating students is Emma Vequist.  

Students and professor

UIW Programs Honor and Celebrate December Graduates

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

By the end of this week, another class of graduating Cardinals will have crossed the stage at UIW's Commencement Ceremony. Surrounded by family, friends, mentors and the UIW community, they will proudly accept the degrees they worked so hard to earn. This moment signifies both the end of a chapter, and the beginning of a new one. But before the University honors the Fall 2023 class at Commencement, graduating Cardinals were celebrated by various programs during a week's worth of graduation events.

Graduating Students Present Final Projects

UIW’s Capstone Experience: Graduating Students Present Final Projects

12/08/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Before UIW graduates can officially move their tassels from one side of their mortarboard to the other, many must complete a final Capstone project requirement, putting what they learned over the entirety of their time in school on display and to the test. These students have worked diligently within their research to ensure that they could deliver the best quality presentation to their mentors, peers, and community.

Cole Wick

What’s Meant to Be

12/06/2023 Sourced from UIW News

A graduate of the Class of 2016, and the first UIW football alumnus to make an NFL game day roster, Wick is grateful for the opportunities and professional experiences he’s had. But he always knew that his life’s purpose and identity would be greater than football.

Biology Professor Recognized with Award for Fostering Diversity and Inclusivity

12/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Dr. Acosta is a supporter of diversity and inclusion in STEM. She has developed programs to promote diversity in STEM at UIW and beyond. According to her biography, she strives to speak up for those who cannot and advocate for those who have limited resources.

Ceremony Student Getting Award

Cardinals Present Knowledge and Skills at End of Semester Showcases

12/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

At COMM Extravaganza, many students presented their research, which marked a significant milestone for them in their higher education journeys. Evelyn Torres expressed her joy in presenting her work, which represented her learning during her time in Communication Arts. She congratulated her Communication Arts family and looked forward to graduating next week.

Serving meal

President's Posada

12/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW hosted its 38th annual President’s Posada, presented by Campus Life, this week. The event provided students with a break from studying and a moment to enjoy some holiday cheer. UIW leaders, faculty, and staff served students meals and ensured their cups remained filled throughout the event. After dinner, students enjoyed desserts and had the opportunity to make new friends at an outdoor petting zoo featuring donkeys, goats, and more. The annual President’s Posada is a tangible symbol of UIW’s commitment to serving its students.

Sharing the Religious, Cultural, and Historical Significance of the Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Sharing the Religious, Cultural, and Historical Significance of the Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe

12/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Student Helping in Thanksgiving Food Drive

Thanksgiving Food Drive Held to Provide Holiday Meals to Families in Need

12/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The UIW School of Professional Studies and the Ettling Center of Civic Leadership and Sustainability collaborated to organize a food drive for UIW students and community members in need. The drive was successful, collecting over 500 canned food items and infant supplies. All the donations were put together to distribute 12 bags and 15 baskets of canned food goods to UIW students and their families for them to enjoy on Thanksgiving. The UIW SPS and the Ettling Center will host another food drive from December 1 through January 12 to help more families in need during the holiday season.

Student Helping in Thanksgiving Food Drive

UIW Alumna and Chief of Bowden Eye Care and Health Center Reflects on Her Career and Achievements

12/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Dr. Janet Summers is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Rosenberg School of Optometry and Chief of the UIW Bowden Eye Care and Health Center. She is a first-generation college and professional school graduate who has passionately nurtured her community through years of dedicated service towards the field of optometry. Throughout her career, she has been appointed Chief of Optometry at Penn Group Health Plan, established five private practices, and served on various optometry organization boards, and was subsequently recruited to San Antonio as a Vice President of Clinical Standards and Medical Care. She joined the UIW community in 2018 as a clinical professor and mission trip leader at RSO and recently graduated with an MS in Organizational Development and Leadership with distinction in 2022. Summers was recently honored by Chatham University, her first alma mater, as the recipient of the 2023 Alumni Cornerstone Award in Optometry.

November

Light the Way

Everything to Know About Light the Way

11/17/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW is ringing in the holiday season in San Antonio with the 37th annual Light the Way Holiday Festival, presented by H-E-B. UIW’s signature holiday event will take place Saturday, November 18 from 3 – 9:30 p.m.

International Education

UIW Celebrates International Education Week

11/17/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW has a diverse community that collectively makes up its Cardinal family. Each student, faculty member, and alumni represents unique cultures, religions, histories, and identities – the University proudly calls itself home them to all. Today, 77 home countries are represented in UIW’s student population, and this week’s International Education Week activations celebrated each one of them.

Veterans Parade

UIW Recognizes and Celebrates Country Service Members During Veterans Day Celebration

11/17/2023 Sourced from UIW News

It was a week of tradition and memorable firsts as the University of the Incarnate Word community commemorated Veterans Day, a day the entire nation pauses to thank our veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. UIW’s Veterans Day celebrations got off to an early and exciting start at UIW. On Monday, November 6, UIW was named the number one university in the nation on the “Best for Vets” list released by Military Times magazine. The publication recognized UIW’s commitment to veterans, current members of the military and their families. Specifically, the Military Times “Best for Vets” list is based on a survey of 325 schools rated in several categories including range of resources and financial aid. Student success metrics (completion, retention, persistence, GPA) were the most important factors in ranking the schools.

Visting International Nurses

UIW Shares its History with Visting International Nurses

11/17/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Over 2,000 nurses from across the nation and globe visited San Antonio last week for the 47th Biennial Convention of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma), an international honor society of nursing. Those who have dedicated their lives to the service of others in the nursing profession came together to celebrate Sigma’s 100-year history of successes in transforming global healthcare and to look ahead to the future.

Lone Star Emmy Award

UIW Students Recognized by the Lone Star EMMY Educational Foundation

11/17/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – November 17, 2023 – “I felt ecstatic when I found out I was awarded a Student Production Award from the Lone Star EMMY Educational Foundation. It is something I have been thinking about ever since I started in the UIW Communications Arts Department.”

Grace Tellez, a senior at St. Anthony

SACHS Students Earn Almost $2 Million in Scholarships to UIW

11/16/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – November 16, 2023 - St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS) is proud to announce that 27 graduating seniors earned $1,975,000 in scholarships to the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) during the University’s “On-the-Spot” admission event held on October 25. The event offers students the opportunity to apply for and be admitted to UIW while also learning about the many scholarships offered to them.

Alumni at Homecoming

A Full Circle

11/15/2023 Sourced from UIW News

It was at one of his bleakest moments when Ralph Evans found God. A U.S. soldier during World War II, he devoted his life to faith and family upon returning from the war.

Rosenberg School of Optometry Class of 2013 Reunion

Rosenberg School of Optometry Class of 2013 Reunion Photo Gallery

11/15/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry (RSO) celebrated the 10-year reunion of its first graduating class the weekend of July 7-9. To commemorate the milestone anniversary, the Class of 2013 came together for companionship, continuing education, and faith. During their reunion visit, a few of these fabulous graduates shared updates on life since graduation and how RSO prepared them for their professional lives.

Dr. Javier Clavere

Institutional Charism

11/13/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Rev. Mother Pierre Cinquin, during the founding years of the Congregation, advised the Sisters, “In all of our works, the glory should be for God, the utility for others, and the trouble for ourselves.” In this profound statement, Mother Cinquin outlined the basis for the charism of our institution and encapsulated our Mission to serve others. This charism should accompany and enlighten us on our educational and transformational journey, allowing us to mirror the Sisters’ cultural values and behaviors, educational philosophy, and sense of social justice. “A life for God, and a heart for others.”

First gen signs

UIW Celebrates First Generation Students at National First-Generation Day Celebration

11/10/2023 Sourced from UIW News

November 8 is formally recognized as National First-Generation Day in recognition of the students, faculty, administrators and staff who are the first in their families to pursue a four-year undergraduate degree.

group photo with high school students

UIW Hosts Cardinal Experience Weekend

11/10/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The decision on where to pursue a higher education is a daunting one for many young high school students. Each year, UIW’s Office of Admissions aims to make that choice a bit easier by hosting them at Cardinal Experience Weekend.

homecoming group

UIW Celebrates Homecoming 2023

11/10/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Every Homecoming provides the rewarding experience of bringing together generations of Cardinals and Crusaders back to the Nest to connect over their shared love and pride for UIW. Though each person who makes up UIW’s alumni community has gone on to lead their own unique walks of life, homecoming serves as a beautiful reminder that Incarnate Word forever remains part of their story.

Angela Mahoney

Alumna Carries UIW’s Impact to South Pole

11/07/2023 Sourced from UIW News

With campuses in Texas, Mexico and France, a Global Online program that welcomes students from around the world, and alumni whose endeavors have carried UIW’s Mission to various countries and continents, the University of the Incarnate Word’s reach knows no bounds. Thanks to alumna Angela Mahoney, the University can now add the South Pole to its list of places its alumni have made their mark. Mahoney has just begun a new role on the continent’s Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, a U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) scientific research station funded and managed by the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Veteran

UIW Ranked 1 in the Nation for Military Veterans

11/06/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – November 6, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has been ranked #1 in the nation in the “2023 Best for Vets” rankings put out by Military Times magazine. The publication recognized UIW’s commitment to veterans, current members of the military and their families. Specifically, the Military Times “Best for Vets” list is based on a survey of 325 schools and rated them in several different categories including range of resources and financial aid. Student success metrics (completion, retention, persistence, GPA) were the most important factors in ranking the schools.

mission and ministry volunteers

UIW Mission and Ministry Hosts Mission Academy at MRC Centro de Bienvenida

11/03/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Every year, UIW Mission and Ministry plans a Mission Academy for University employees to explore ways to integrate the Mission of the University into their daily work. Faculty and administrators belonging to various interdisciplinary programs were welcomed together to participate in this year’s event at the MRC Centro de Bienvenida, also known as the Migrant Resource Center, operated by Catholic Charities. The MRC Centro de Bienvenida is a resource center that aids migrants with multiple means of support as they pass through San Antonio on their way to sponsors located across the nation. The center helps by offering case management, legal assistance, counseling, and humanitarian aid.

San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg

UIW Recognized by City of San Antonio for Workforce Development Program

11/03/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – November 3, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that the City of San Antonio declared Thursday, November 2, 2023, as Triple Helix Executive Leadership for Global Competitiveness Day. The Triple Helix model is a workforce development program in UIW’s School of Professional Studies which is dedicated to developing a skilled workforce based on partnerships among government, higher education and industry.

ofrendas

UIW Remembers Loved Ones Through Celebration of Día de los Muertos

11/03/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The UIW community celebrated Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, on Nov. 1 and 2. The annual celebration is popular amongst Mexican and Latino communities to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away.

October

Students in pharmacy

UIW Celebrates Pharmacy Month with the Feik School of Pharmacy

10/27/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Aside from the Month of October bringing in the Halloween season, it is also recognized as American Pharmacy Month or Pharmacy Month. The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) designated this month as such in order to honor the immense contribution that those in pharmacy give to their communities across the nation.

Shirts hanging

UIW Celebrates Progress and Honors those Lost at Peace Day

10/27/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The foundation of UIW was laid down in 1869 by three Sisters who in addition to providing healthcare, hoped to provide a sense of peace to Texas residents who needed their aid. Guided by faith, Sisters Madeleine Chollet, Pierre Cinquin, and Agnus Buisson were able to establish San Antonio’s first infirmary to heal the sick and injured, an orphanage to provide shelter to children, and a school to offer knowledge to those seeking an education. Through their efforts, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word were able to bring a sense of peace to the body, mind, and spirit.

Students in group

UIW Homecoming: Alumnus Reflects on His Time at UIW

10/27/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Choosing to study abroad can be difficult. From moving away from one’s home country, learning new languages, adjusting to other cultures, and navigating an entirely new environment, the journey of an international student is full of challenges. Despite the trials, UIW alumnus Cedric Szymczak, traveled the distance to become a part of the Nest.

Rozlyn Bermea/UIW Graduate Student

UIW Ranked No. 1 Catholic University in Texas

10/27/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 26, 2023 – “One of the key things I would tell students considering UIW is… we are the legacy.” As a third-generation student at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), Rozlyn Bermea knows all about legacy. Her mother and grandmother are both graduates and Rozlyn is now a graduate student getting her Master of Arts in Education after receiving her undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a double minor in Reading and Special Education at UIW. But Rozlyn says it was not only academics and family tradition that brought her to UIW, it was also the unique chance to grow in faith that the university provides.

New Partnership Brings Free Dairy Products to UIW

10/24/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 24, 2023 – In its continued effort to combat food insecurity in its community, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has partnered with the national organization Dairy MAX to bring dairy coolers to the UIW Broadway campus. The two coolers will be stocked with dairy products such as milk, cheese, yogurt and more which will be available for free to UIW students, staff and community. The coolers are being unveiled during an opening ceremony on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 10 a.m. on the third floor of the Student Engagement Center on the UIW Broadway campus.

Dr. Lisa Brown and Marissa Molina

UIW Graduate Student and Professor Represent UIW at AAACE Annual Conference

10/20/2023 Sourced from UIW News

This month, UIW community members from the Dreeben School of Education’s Graduate Studies program represented the University at the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE) Annual Conference. Dr. Lisa Brown, assistant professor of Programs in Adult Education, and Marissa Molina, doctoral student, traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to present their research, after receiving news that their presentation proposal was accepted. Their work centered around the topic of Using Twitter Spaces to Explore Reparations for Black American Descendants of U.S. Freedmen: Activism, Ethnicity, and Online Informal Adult Learning.

Homecoming

St. Anthony Welcomes Back Yellow Jackets for 2023 Homecoming

10/20/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 20, 2023 – St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS) was proud to welcome back hundreds of Yellow Jackets during the 2023 Homecoming Game held on Friday, October 13. Approximately 500 former and current students, teachers and staff gathered at the University of the Incarnate Word’s Benson Stadium for a game against Victoria St. Joseph and, although the outcome of the game was disappointing, the gathering of the SACHS community was an outstanding success.

students at CIW symposium

UIW’s Mexico City Campus Celebrates 20 Years of Service

10/20/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW’s Mexico City campus, Centro Universitario Incarnate Word, also commonly known as CIW, had the momentous honor of celebrating its 20th anniversary this fall. Since 2003, CIW has served its community by offering educational opportunities to its attending students in alignment with UIW’s Mission and values. There, students have had the liberty to enrich themselves in programs of their choosing, involve themselves in a diverse campus community, and ultimately grow into their own individuals.

Hangul Day

Bringing the World to UIW: Campus Hosts Hangul Day Celebration

10/13/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW hosted a day of festivities in the Westgate Circle in celebration of Hangul Day. Hangul Day, also known as the Korean Alphabet Day, is a day that commemorates the creation and proclamation of the Korean alphabet. In South Korea, the holiday is celebrated on October 9, while North Korea celebrates on January 15.

Dr. Sami Bassig

Those Who Can Do, Teach: UIW Music Lecturer Remains Active Performer

10/13/2023 Sourced from UIW News

There is a commonly held belief that those who can do, do, and those who can't, teach. However, UIW faculty members know this to be false, perhaps none more so than Dr. Sami Bassig, lecturer of Voice in the UIW Department of Music. In addition to teaching UIW’s voice students to perfect their craft by day, Dr. Bassig spends many evenings and weekends on stage, performing in local opera and musical theatre productions.

global justice event

UIW Celebrates Global Justice Day

10/13/2023 Sourced from UIW News

On October 10, UIW’s College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) hosted Global Justice Day, a celebration that aimed to promote wellness and belonging amongst the University’s community.

Heritage day ceremony

UIW Reflects on History and Celebrates Employees on Heritage Day

10/13/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has been an evolving presence in San Antonio for nearly 150 years, passionately serving its students and community. Within that time, the University has had the privilege of aiding a diverse history of students in receiving an education and supporting them in achieving their dreams. In the fall of 2023, the University welcomed its largest First Time in College class in its history. As much as UIW has grown and as far as its reach has expanded, every year, the University community celebrates Heritage Day, a time to reflect on the fact that what stands here today is all because of three courageous Sisters who arrived in Texas in 1869.

Dr. Michael Moon

UIW Nursing Professor Receives National Recognition

10/12/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 12, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions is pleased to announce that Professor Michael D. Moon PhD, MSN, APRN, CNS-CC, CEN, FAEN, along with his co-authors, has received the Authors of the Year Award from the Journal of Emergency Nursing. The honor is for their original research on the role and training of emergency department charge nurses. The award was announced during the 2023 Emergency Nurses Association Annual Meeting held in San Diego, California in September 2023.

Sierra Bower/SACHS Senior Class President

St. Anthony set to Kickoff Fall 2024 Enrollment with Open House

10/09/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 9, 2023 – St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS) is set to kickoff its 2024-25 enrollment drive with an open house on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the historical high school located at 3200 McCullough Avenue. The open house is a chance for prospective students and parents to tour the school, meet the teachers and administrators and find out more about the outstanding education and opportunities available at St. Anthony. This includes the Brainpower Connection which is a collection of K-12 schools who partner with the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) to create a pathway to a college education.

Gabriella Agunanne/UIW Freshman

UIW Welcomes Largest Ever “First Time in College” Class

10/09/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 9, 2023 – In a sure sign that the desire for a higher education is still the dream of many, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is pleased to announce that it has welcomed its largest First-Time in College class in its more than 140-year history. The class of 1,067 students is nearly 9% larger than last Fall and surpasses the previous First-Time in College class record set more than a decade ago.

Eclipse

Rosenberg School of Optometry Urges Community to Protect their Vision During Upcoming Solar Eclipse

10/06/2023 Sourced from UIW News

On Saturday, October 14, UIW and the San Antonio community have the opportunity to witness a solar eclipse. An annular solar eclipse, to be more specific. This particular event is referred to as a “ring of fire” eclipse because as the moon aligns with the sun’s center, a glowing ring can be seen as the sun’s outer edges remain visible.

Eclipse

UIW Celebrates Blessing of the Animals

10/06/2023 Sourced from UIW News

On Tuesday, October 3, the eve of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, UIW held its annual Blessing of the Animals. UIW and San Antonio community members gathered at the Lourdes Grotto in prayer to celebrate all of God’s creations, specifically, our four-legged companions.

Rigoberta Menchú Tum

UIW Welcomes Nobel Peace Prize Winner Rigoberta Menchú Tum

10/06/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The UIW Liza and Jack Lewis Center of the Americas welcomed 1992 Nobel Peace Prize winner, Rigoberta Menchú Tum as the second lecturer of the center’s Leaders of the Americas Speaker Series.

UIW, Catholic Organizations and Texas Advocates Unite for World Day Against the Death Penalty

10/05/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 5, 2023– The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), in partnership with the Catholic Mobilizing Network (CMN) and the Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty (TCADP), will hold a series of free, public events in San Antonio to mark the annual World Day Against the Death Penalty on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

Dr. Dimitri Tamalis

UIW Welcomes New Vice Provost of Academic Affairs

10/04/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 4, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and the UIW Office of Academic Affairs is proud to welcome the University’s new Vice Provost, Dr. Dimitri Tamalis. Tamalis comes to UIW from his position as the Associate Dean of the College of Health and Human Development at California State University, Northridge. Tamalis has extensive experience with enrollment management, strategic planning, accreditation, student advising, curriculum development and budget management. His educational achievements include the establishment of undergraduate Radiochemistry and Radiobiology programs.

St. Anthony Earns High Ranking on "Best Catholic High Schools” List

10/02/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – October 2, 2023 – St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS) is proud to announce that it has been ranked No. 2 on the list of “Best Catholic High Schools in San Antonio” by the national website, Niche. The ranking was based on a number of factors and St. Anthony graded high in culture, safety and diversity. The school also received an A grade for clubs and activities and was praised for having a 100% graduation rate and a 10:1 student to teacher ratio.

September

SACHS students

St. Anthony Students Earn National Academic Recognition

09/29/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 29, 2023 – St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS) is proud to announce that a group of five students has earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students’ hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance. The academic honors for rural area, Black, Indigenous and/or Latino students are an opportunity for them to share their strong academic achievements with colleges and scholarship programs that are seeking to recruit diverse talent. The honor is based on the student’s PSAT/NMSQT scores and their grade point average.

Meet the Mission

UIW Celebrates 15th Annual Meet the Mission Day

09/29/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word has five core values: education, truth, faith, innovation, and service. The continuous and conscious consideration of these core values has helped to guide the school in becoming the institution it has grown into today.

Light the way

UIW Volunteers Help to Create Early Holiday Season Magic at Light the Way Volunteer Days

09/29/2023 Sourced from UIW News

It is the fall semester at UIW which means that the campus preparations for the 37th Light the Way Holiday Festival, presented by H-E-B are in full swing! This past week the University hosted the Volunteer Days at the Broadway campus where students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered to do the traditional maintenance on the strands of lights that adorn the trees on campus.

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A Weekend of Togetherness

09/28/2023 Sourced from UIW News

As the academic year kicked off, students settled into their new routines on campus. For parents and families, the excitement of dropping off their loved ones was met with a touch of longing. That's why, one month into the semester, UIW Parent & Family Engagement hosted the Parent and Family Weekend, an opportunity to bring parents and families back to campus, engage with the community, and create cherished memories.

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UIW Inducts Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023

09/28/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 26, 2023 – A sold out crowd of more than 300 people gathered at the Student Engagement Center ballroom on the campus of the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) on the night of September 22 to formally induct the UIW Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023. From student-athletes to a history-making team to an inaugural award, there were many accolades and well-wishes for the athletes and athletic supporters who have helped make UIW Athletics what it is today.

Ellen Romious

UIW Teaching Graduate Wins State and National Awards

09/28/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 28, 2023 – “When I found out I won these two awards, it was actually very surreal. It’s one of those things that you apply for, but never actually expect to win.”

UIW Visiting Scholar from South Korea set to make Presentation

09/25/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 25, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) Department of Political Science, UIW International Relations and UIW International Affairs are honored to welcome Mr. Chang Sup Lee to UIW. Lee, a visiting scholar from Korea, is the former President and Publisher of the Korea Times newspaper in Seoul, South Korea. He worked in the publishing business in South Korea for 34 years, including many years covering the Korean presidency and economics.

Dr. Gina Garcia

UIW Hosts Berkeley Professor for Hispanic Heritage Month Keynote Address and Workshop

09/22/2023 Sourced from UIW News

On Thursday, September 21, UIW welcomed Dr. Gina Garcia to speak to the campus community during Hispanic Heritage Month. Garcia is a professor at the Berkely School of Education and a leading scholar on Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs). When delivering public lectures, she hopes to encourage her audiences to consider the roll postsecondary education plays within society, assist campus personnel in considering how they can better serve other minoritized communities, and ultimately advocate for inclusivity within higher education.

Monica Jimenez

UIW’s Dr. Monica Ayala Jimenez Selected for National Leadership Academy

09/21/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 20, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Associate Provost of Student Success, Dr. Monica Ayala Jimenez, has been selected to be a part of the very first Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) Enlace Mid-Level Leadership Program. Only fifty-six professionals nationwide were selected to be a part of the program which begins this Fall.

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UIW Set to Induct Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023

09/19/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 19, 2023 – From student-athletes to a history-making team to an inaugural award, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is set to induct the Class of 2023 into the UIW Athletics Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 22, in the Student Engagement Center Ballroom located on the UIW Broadway Campus. The class is the first to be inducted into the UIW Hall of Fame since 2016.

UIW Lands on U.S. News and World Report “Best Colleges” List

UIW Lands on U.S. News and World Report “Best Colleges” List

09/18/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 18, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has, once again, been ranked in the 2024 Best Colleges list published by U.S. News and World Report. UIW rose in the ranks in two major categories and ranked among the top 300 universities in the nation overall.

Patricia Yoder-Wise

UIW Welcomes Nationally Renowned Nurse for Annual Lecture

09/15/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 15, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is honored to welcome Patricia Yoder-Wise RN, EdD, NEA-BC, ANEF, FAONL, FAAN as this year’s featured speaker for the Sr. Charles Marie Frank Endowed Lecture. Dr. Yoder-Wise will speak on the topic of “Creating Your Own Inspiration” at the UIW Rosenberg Skyroom on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 4 p.m. The event will also feature a poster symposium beginning at 2:30 p.m.

Health Hut

UIW’s Health Hut: Promoting Wellness on Campus

09/15/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Students and visitors to UIW’s Broadway campus might have noticed a red tent located just in front of the AT&T Science Center donning the words “Health Hut”. The new fixture is often seen being operated by student workers, ready to help those who approach the tent. But what exactly is the Health Hut?

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Welcoming Week Kick-Off: Recognizing and Embracing the Diversity of UIW and San Antonio

09/15/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) strives to embrace and promote diversity every day. From students, educators, administrators, alumni, etc., the entire University is constituted by individuals of diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories that all contribute to the collective story of UIW. Recognizing this fact, and in fulfillment of the University’s Mission, the UIW Liza and Jack Lewis Center of the Americas works year-round to promote better relations and understanding among the people of the Americas.

Dr. Javier Lozano/UIW Director of International Affairs

UIW Administrator Named Fellow for National Academy

09/14/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – September 14, 2023– The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Dr. Javier Lozano, UIW director of International Affairs, has been selected as a Fellow in the Hispanic Association of Colleges and University’s (HACU) 2023/2024 Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo yearlong program. The program is designed to increase diverse representation in executive and senior-level positions in higher education.

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UIW Makes “Great Colleges to Work For” List for 15th Consecutive Year

09/13/2023 Sourced from UIW News

September 13, 2023 – For the 15th consecutive year, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has been recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the nation according to a new survey by the “Great Colleges to Work For” program. UIW was also named to the publication’s Honor Roll for the 14th straight year. That designation recognizes universities who received top marks in multiple categories and only 42 institutions made the Honor Roll. The results, collected by independent survey company ModernThink and released in a special insert of The Chronicle of Higher Education, are based on a survey of 194 colleges and universities.

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UIW Athletics Welcomes New Class into Hall of Fame

09/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word Athletics Department will welcome its 2023 Hall of Fame inductees in a special ceremony on Friday, Sept. 22, the eve of the first home football game of the 2023 season.

Dr. Scott Dittloff

UIW to Welcome Visiting Scholar from Korea

09/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW Professor of Political Science Dr. Scott Dittloff shared this message ahead of the arrival of a visiting scholar coming to UIW from South Korea. The Department of Political Science, UIW International Relations and UIW International Affairs will welcome Mr. Chang Sup Lee to San Antonio and the University community this September.

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Isis Romero

A Q&A with New Faculty Member Isis Romero

08/18/2023 Sourced from UIW News

This summer, the UIW community was thrilled to learn that a local news anchor who they’ve trusted to bring the news into their homes for years was joining the UIW faculty. Isis Romero anchors the news on KENS 5 at 6 and 10 p.m., but now, she’ll also be teaching the next generation of journalists as an adjunct faculty member in UIW’s Communication Arts department. We spoke with Isis about her new role, what she’s most looking forward to, and how it feels to be a Cardinal!

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Cardinals Flock Home to the Nest

08/18/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Move-in days at the University of the Incarnate Word are always filled with excitement and anticipation, and this year's move-in festivities ahead of the Fall 2023 semester were no exception. Students and their families arrived on campus eager to start the new academic year. The campus was buzzing with activity as new and returning Cardinals moved in and got settled into their UIW homes.

Dr. Ashley Love

Dreeben Announces New Director of Graduate Studies

08/18/2023 Sourced from UIW News

UIW’s Dreeben School of Education (DSE) has announced Dr. Ashley S. Love as its next Director of Graduate Studies. Dr. Love is a multi-disciplinary professional with a deep commitment to interdisciplinary learning and a passion for empowering diverse communities. With a teaching journey that spans over two decades in higher education, she is an award-winning professor who holds multiple degrees from Columbia University and a Doctor of Health Sciences degree from Nova Southeastern University, where she pursued a dual concentration in telehealth and education for healthcare professionals. Dr. Love's educational background reflects her unwavering pursuit of excellence, her belief in the transformative power of education and her strong spirit of service.

Dr. Nieves Villaseñor

UIW Bands Welcome New Director

08/18/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The Marching Cardinals and UIW Bands have a new director! Following a national search, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences appointed Dr. Nieves Villaseñor as the school’s new coordinator of music education and director of bands beginning in the 2023-24 school year.

UIW president speaking to students

UIW’s Newest Cardinals Welcomed at Annual Pinning Ceremony

08/18/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) hosted its 19th annual Pinning Ceremony on Thursday, August 17 in the Rosenberg Sky Room. The Pinning Ceremony is a time-honored tradition that welcomes incoming students into the UIW community and marks the beginning of their academic journeys.

Dr. Michael Romero

UIW Welcomes New Director of Pastoral Institute

08/11/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to welcome Dr. Michael Romero as the new Director of the Pastoral Institute. Dr. Romero completed his Ph.D. in Theology at the University of Dayton in Ohio in Spring of 2022. He completed his undergraduate studies in San Antonio at St. Mary’s University where he majored in English and Philosophy.

Dr. Lisa Brown

Dreeben Assistant Professor Named Freedom Scholar Award Recipient

08/04/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Dr. Lisa R. Brown, assistant professor in the Dreeben School of Education (DSE), was named a Freedom Scholar Award recipient by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). The association, which was established in 1915 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, known as the Father of Black History, is the founding organization of Black History Month and strives to continue the work and legacy of Dr. Woodson.

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UIW Celebrates Commencement Ceremonies at Mexico Campuses

08/04/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Last month, the greater UIW community celebrated the newest graduates of Centro Universitario Incarnate Word and Universidad Incarnate Word Campus Bajío in Mexico.

Students with Former President Vicente Fox and First Lady

UIW Students Travel to Mexico for Centro Fox Leadership Program

08/04/2023 Sourced from UIW News

Fifteen students and alumni were nominated to participate in the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability’s (ECCLS) UIW Centro Fox Leadership and Mission Program from July 17-21, 2023, in San Cristóbal, Guanajuato, Mexico. This initiative was formed as a collaborative partnership between the University of the Incarnate Word, Centro Fox and Vamos México, to promote leadership skills, enhance understanding of community development and advance social change initiatives. The service mission trip was sponsored by the ECCLS to support students in advancing social change and address the needs of the global community as future leaders.

Students with Former President Vicente Fox and First Lady

Rising High School Seniors Visit the Nest

08/03/2023 Sourced from UIW News

On Friday, July 28, seniors from all over Texas attended the UIW Rising Senior event for a day to experience life as a Cardinal! The students heard from representatives of Residence Life, the Honors Program, First Year Engagement and even faculty representative Earl Harmsen, professor in the H-E-B School of Business and Administration. Seniors especially enjoyed hearing from current UIW students during a student panel, during which they received an inside scoop on what being a student at UIW is really like. Another favorite activity involved getting out and about on campus during the campus tour scavenger hunt.

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UIW Gears Up for Move-In Days and Welcome Week

08/03/2023 Sourced from UIW News

As the summer begins to wind to a close, a buzz of excitement fills the air at the University of the Incarnate Word. Students from all over the world are eagerly preparing for Welcome Week, the annual series of events that mark the start of a new academic year at the Nest.

Vice Admiral Frank M. Bradley

UIW Welcomes Vice Admiral Frank M. Bradley

08/01/2023 Sourced from UIW News

San Antonio – August 1, 2023 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) was proud to host U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Frank M. Bradley, Commander Joint Special Operations Command, and his team on campus on July 26, 2023. Bradley visited with participants in the UIW GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Mathematics, and Science) and miniGEMS Summer Camp and toured the campus, including a visit to the UIW Military and Veteran Center.

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Clint Killough

Moment for Reflection

07/24/2023 Sourced from UIW News

As the head coach of the UIW football program, I consider it an honor to lead young men who are experiencing things I experienced as a Cardinal student-athlete. It’s a huge responsibility, and it isn’t one that I take lightly. Fortunately, having spent countless days in Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium and having firsthand experience living out the UIW Mission and core values as a student, I feel well-prepared to help the 2023 UIW football student-athletes become concerned and enlightened citizens.

Nobel Peace Prize Winner Rigoberta Menchú Tum

Nobel Laureate Visiting UIW Fall 2023

07/24/2023 Sourced from UIW News

The Liza and Jack Lewis Center of the Americas at UIW will host the second lecture of the Leaders of the Americas Speaker Series on October 4. The series was created to give the UIW community, students, faculty and staff the opportunity to hear from leaders and dignitaries who have impacted society through their life’s work. The speaker for the 2023 lecture will be Nobel Laureate Rigoberta Menchú Tum, one of the most important champions of native people’s rights in the modern history of the Americas, and particularly of the rights of the K’iché and all Mayan peoples in Menchú’s native Guatemala.

Fernando Mora speaking in front of group

The Road to Redemption

07/24/2023 Sourced from UIW News

In 2004, Fernando Mora looked out of his cell in the Bexar County Jail and knew that his life needed to change. Facing the judge for the second time in two years for repeat offenses, he was at risk of spending a significant amount of time behind bars.