Company Profile
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Company Overview
About Us
Discover the Island University, the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and a university beach, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.
Offering more than 80 of the most popular degree programs in the state, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has been proudly providing a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty and highly-rated degree programs since 1947. The University is also a part of the distinguished Texas A&M System.
Students who choose the Island University enjoy a warm, friendly, community environment where faculty often work one-on-one with students on research and other hands-on activities. Islanders become prepared for future careers that begin with experiences right here on the Island.
The prestige of a Texas A&M-Corpus Christi degree is known worldwide. We’re one of only six federal test sites for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the nation. Our College of Nursing and Health Sciences has been recognized by the White House on several occasions. And, our Harte Research Institute is dedicated to advancing the long-term sustainable use and conservation of the Gulf of Mexico.
Welcome to ‘The Island University’
•The area’s premier institution of higher learning enrolls more than 11,000 students and is part of The Texas A&M University System.
•A&M-Corpus Christi’s location on the Gulf of Mexico and on the cultural border with Latin America shapes its focus and provides the foundation for gaining national prominence.
•The Island offers more than 250 days of sunshine, a Gulf breeze, and mild weather year-round.
•Our five academic colleges offer bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from highly accomplished faculty, 90 percent of whom hold the highest degree in their fields.http://www.tamucc.edu/about/aboutus.html
Company History
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi traces its beginning to 1947 as the area’s premier institution of higher education. Today, we’re part of The Texas A&M University System, a network of nine universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The following dates are significant milestones marking our amazing transformation.
1947 -
Ward Island becomes home to the University of Corpus Christi (UCC), an institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. A total of 312 students are enrolled.
1970 -
Hurricane Celia causes more than $1 million in damage to the campus.
1971 -
Legislature authorizes the Texas A&I University System to establish a state-supported upper-level institution of higher education in Corpus Christi.
1973 -
Texas A&I University at Corpus Christi opens its doors on Sept. 4, 1973, to 969 students as an upper-level institution offering courses at the junior, senior and graduate levels.
1977 -
The Legislature changes the school’s name to Corpus Christi State University.
1989 -
Corpus Christi State University joins The Texas A&M University System.
1992 -
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board authorizes the University’s first doctoral degree program.
1993 -
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents renames the institution Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. A year later, it becomes a four-year comprehensive university and enrollment increases to 5,000 students.
1997 -
The University revives its intercollegiate athletics program. Today, A&M-Corpus Christi competes in 14 men’s and women’s sports as a member of the Southland Conference.
2004 -
The Board of Regents approves the University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences which opened the following year.
2005 -
Dr. Flavius Killebrew becomes the University’s President/CEO and initiates Momentum 2015, a 10-year plan to establish Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi as the flagship university for South Texas.
2007 -
The City of Corpus Christi donates 156 acres for the expansion of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. The land is off Ennis Joslin Road and Nile Drive.
2009 -
The first group of mechanical engineering students begin classes, a culmination of a years-long process to bring engineering to the Island University. The mechanical engineering program is a direct result of community leaders’ call for more homegrown engineers.
June 2011 -
Thomas J. Henry Tennis Center is dedicated at the Momentum Campus at Nile Drive and Ennis Joslin Road.
August 2013 -
The University celebrates the opening of the Dr. Jack A. Dugan Family Soccer and Track Stadium on the Momentum Campus at Nile Drive.
August 2013 -
Two new residence halls open on the Island Campus, bringing the total number of beds to 1,640.
December 2013 -
The Federal Aviation Administration names A&M-Corpus Christi one of six test sites for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS.)
2014 -
The University announces Momentum 20/20, a five-year strategic plan that looks forward to 2020. Read more about the plan here.
July 2014 -
The University holds a groundbreaking ceremony for Momentum Village, new student housing off Ennis Joslin Road.
August 2014 -
Two additional residence halls open on the Island Campus, bringing the total number of beds to 1,790.
September 2014 -
Islander Dining Hall opens, an 18,700 square-foot facility with indoor and outdoor seating for up to 400 students. It is the eighth dining facility on campus.
September 2014 -
Student enrollment hits an all-time high of 11,256.
January 2015 -
The Harte Research Institute (HRI) for Gulf of Mexico Studies at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi was named as a lead organization of the state’s RESTORE Research Centers of Excellence. This center will guide research and restoration efforts in the Gulf of Mexico.
January 2015 -
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approves a new Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Classes will begin in the fall.
For more in-depth history, read Dr. Thomas H. Kreneck’s introduction to “Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi: The Island University.” Kreneck was associate director of Special Collections & Archives at the Mary and Jeff Bell Library and in that role was curator of the historical records of the University.
Benefits
•Employee Assistance Program
•Employee Betterment Program
•Employee Discounts
•Employee Insurance Benefit Programs
•Holiday
•Leave
•Longevity and Hazardous Duty
•Retirement Programs
•Wellness Resources
•Workman's Compensation Injuries
*Above and Beyond Recognition Program