Celebrating the Next Generation of UIW Healthcare Professionals: Spring 2025 Graduates
05/16/2025In honor of the Spring 2025 health professions graduates, a number of ceremonies were hosted to celebrate their accomplishments.
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May
UIW Honors Spring 2025 Graduates
05/16/2025With another school year coming to a close also comes the celebration for the latest generation of graduating Cardinals. Each graduate, no matter how different their fields of study or walks of life are, will be embodiments of the Word living in the world as they continue to share the teachings and love of Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Word of God. Before their departure from the Nest, the University’s community gathered together to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of Spring 2025.
Fostering a Military and Veteran Student Community: Graduating SVA President Jessica Andrade
05/09/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) has been a top-ranked institution for military and veteran students, having been voted “Best for Vets” by Military Times for two consecutive years. With the extensive efforts made by the Military and Veteran Center, UIW is able to provide and expand opportunities that support all service members who are serving and who have served to protect the rights and freedoms of our country. One of these notable military-affiliated students is Spring 2025 graduate, Jessica “Jay” Andrade.
Supporting the Dreams of Our Global Community: UIW Spring 2025 International Graduates
05/09/2025The Incarnate Word family is found beyond its Texas-based campuses. With two UIW campus established in Mexico, one in France and the welcoming of students from various countries, the Nest is comprised of both domestic and international Cardinals. Whether pursuing a Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree, UIW is dedicated to serving its global students as they grow into concerned and enlightened citizens.
Connecting Generations Through Mariachi: Founding Mariachi Cardenal Member J. Refugio Valenzuela
05/09/2025As of 2023, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) officially welcomed the student mariachi group, Mariachi Cardenal. On Saturday, May 10, one of Mariachi Cardenal’s founding members, J. Refugio “Cuco” Valenzuela will be walking the graduation stage and leaving the Nest, but not without leaving a lasting impact.
Growing into the Doctor of Her Dreams: Spring 2025 Graduate Dr. Denise Vera Nemeth
05/08/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) presently has five health professions schools: Feik School of Pharmacy, Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions, Rosenberg School of Optometry, School of Rehabilitation Sciences and School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM). It is through the University’s emphasis on critical thinking, holistic approaches and clinical experience that UIW prepares the next generations of healthcare providers to serve their local and global communities. One of these remarkable future healthcare practitioners is Denise Vera Nemeth, a UIWSOM Spring 2025 graduate.
Fulfilling Academic Dreams as a Family: UIW Mother, Father and Son Cross the Spring 2025 Graduation Stage
05/08/2025Making the decision to pursue a college degree can be daunting but also immensely fulfilling. Being the first in one’s family to earn a college degree can make this achievement all the more significant. These first-time graduates serve as examples to their loved ones of their capabilities to lead their own chosen lives. For the Jimenez family, the achievement of being first-generation graduates is one that spans two generations.
UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine Graduate named National DO Student of the Year
05/06/2025Those are the words of student Dr. Denise Vera Nemeth, who is set to be a Class of 2025 graduate from the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) and who was recently named National DO Student of the Year by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM).
April
UIW Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for Finance and Administration
04/30/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lenora C. Chapman as its new Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for Finance and Administration.
UIW Wins Big During Champ Week — South Division Champs and Top 10 in the Nation
04/25/2025We just had an amazing showing during the 2025 Unified College Championship Week. For the first time ever, our Special Olympics College Club—led by Dr. Emily Dow—won the South Division and finished 8th out of 30 schools nationwide!
UIW Named an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Classifications
04/24/2025April 24, 2025 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has been designated as an “Opportunity College and University” by the Carnegie Classifications, recognizing UIW as an institution that can serve as a model for studying how campuses can foster student success.
St. Anthony Catholic High School Introduces New Optional Dual Language Track
04/24/2025St. Anthony Catholic High School (SACHS) is proud to announce it is introducing a new optional Spanish Dual Language Track in the Fall of 2025.
Designing Our Everyday World
04/21/2025At the UIW School of Media and Design, the Graphic Design department supports and educates designers to intentionally create the way people see and experience the world around them.
Enhancing Reading Comprehension in the Era of AI
04/21/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is embarking on an exciting journey to enhance undergraduate students’ reading comprehension with the launch of its Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), titled Enhancing Reading Comprehension in the Era of AI (Artificial Intelligence).
Ethics and Responsibilities in AI: A Shared Journey
04/21/2025Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping our world, offering incredible opportunities to improve our lives and tackle complex challenges.
The UIW Program's Lasting Impact
04/21/2025Nestled in the heart of San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) football program is a place that many from all over have come to call home.
A Passion for AI
04/21/2025Technology stands out as one of the most captivating innovations, continually evolving before our eyes, and for Eulises Franco, a 2021 UIW alumnus, technology has always sparked his curiosity.
Creating Innovative Resources
04/21/2025UIWSOM Student Doctor Creates 3-D Printed Anatomically Accurate Model for Medical Education
A Special Message from UIW President Thomas M. Evans, PhD
04/21/2025A special message from the university president to the community on the passing of Pope Francis.
UIW Receives Leadership Gift for Feik School of Pharmacy
04/15/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce it has received a leadership gift that has been used to bring critical upgrades to a learning laboratory at the UIW Feik School of Pharmacy. The donation from the leaders of Stonegate Pharmacy is a major investment in the future pharmacists who matriculate at UIW and who will go on to serve our community.
UIW Represents as a Proud Co-Host Institution for the NCAA Men’s Final Four
04/11/2025This past weekend, the city of San Antonio erupted into exuberant celebration as tens of thousands of people gathered for the much-anticipated 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four. Throughout the city, a multitude of events were hosted for college basketball fans, leading to the final games.
A Night of Talent, Heart and Global Impact
04/11/2025Saturday night at the Diane Bennack Concert Hall was bursting with energy, talent, and purpose during the 2025 Annual Medical Mission Fundraiser Variety Show. Hosted by the San Antonio Filipino American Chamber of Commerce (SAFACC) and the UIW Ettling Center for Civic Leadership & Sustainability, the event brought together our community to raise funds for medical care in underserved regions of the Philippines. Unified In Wellness was proud to be one of the evening’s sponsors.
UIW Explores the Effects and Possibilities Artificial Intelligence Presents in Our Modern World
04/11/2025As an institution that is dedicated to educating students who will become concerned and enlightened citizens within the global community, UIW strives to remain aware of the growing demands and advancements that students will encounter in a developing world.
UIW Former Dean Inducted into Optometry Hall of Fame
04/10/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is pleased to recognize that Dr. Timothy Wingert, former Dean of the UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry, has been inducted into the National Optometry Hall of Fame. The award is administered through the American Optometric Association and honors optometrists who have made significant and long-lasting contributions to the optometric profession.
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04/08/2025
UIW Receives Major Donation to Support Mental Health Services on Campus
04/07/2025LG Electronics USA, an Official NCAA Corporate Partner, is building on its commitment to supporting student well-being by partnering with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to provide support to the host schools of the 2025 NCAA Final Four Men’s and Women’s Tournaments. This year, LG is awarding University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and University of South Florida (USF) $10,000 each to bolster their local NAMI on Campus clubs and enhance mental health resources for students.
Being Advocates for Vulnerable Children: UIW Students Participate in ChildSafe’s Cardboard Kids 2025 Campaign
04/03/2025The UIW Dreeben School of Education prepares future educators to make a positive impact on the students they will serve. To be a teacher is more than enriching young minds with knowledge, though. It also means rising as a trusted leader who will advocate for students and their needs in order for them to be successful.
Coaching in the Community
04/03/2025In alignment with the University’s core values of faith, innovation, education, service and truth, the Department of Athletics is dedicated to the development of all student-athletes’ minds, bodies and spirits in preparation for life beyond athletics (uiw.edu). Within all 14 of its sports and beyond, UIW Athletics nurtures each athlete that enters the Nest. However, sometimes UIW has the opportunity to support young athletes from beyond the Nest.
UIWSOM Celebrates Soon-to-Be Doctors During Match Day 2025
04/03/2025On Friday, March 21, medical schools across the nation celebrated Match Day, the day when the National Resident Matching Program releases results to applicants seeking residency and fellowship training positions in the United States.
UIW Selects New Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
04/01/2025After a comprehensive national search, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is honored to announce the selection of Dr. Eva Fernández as UIW’s new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. In this role, Fernández will oversee the division of Academic Affairs, academic programs, faculty affairs, research and student success.
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Building Cultural Exchange and Honoring Women Artists: UIW Welcomes Local Artists Kathy and Lionel Sosa
03/21/2025On Tuesday, March 18, UIW had the privilege of welcoming San Antonio artists Kathy and Lionel Sosa to the Broadway Campus to discuss their recently released documentary Al Otro Lado del Espejo, which explores the significance of San Antonio's missions, and the relationship shared between San Antonio and the city of Querétaro, Mexico.
A Transformative Journey to Empower Young Women: UIW Professor Travels to Support YWGLP Ugandan Students
03/21/2025The Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word (CCVI), the founding congregation of the University of the Incarnate Word, have committed themselves to incarnating God’s saving and healing presence in the world. Since their establishment in 1866, the efforts of their ministries in health, education and social justice have spread across the nation and around the globe (amormeus.org).
UIW Associate Professor Named Educator of the Year
03/12/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that Dr. Yutaka Maki, an associate professor in the Rosenberg School of Optometry, was honored as the Educator of the Year by the Texas Optometric Association. The award was announced during the 125th Texas Optometric Association Annual Summit held in Austin in February.
Incarnate Word Week - UIW Core Values
03/11/2025UIW's core values center on education, truth, faith, service, and innovation. They emphasize ethical leadership, lifelong learning, community engagement, and a commitment to addressing global needs through a values-based education.
Reflection
03/10/2025Tell me, how are we supposed to be the “Pilgrims of Hope” Pope Francis asks us to be when every headline in today’s news is worse than they were yesterday?
Upholding a Commitment to Safety, Leadership and Service
03/07/2025On Friday, Feb. 28, University of the Incarnate Word President Dr. Thomas M. Evans swore in John B. Catts III as UIWPD's Chief of Police. The UIW Police Department has served the UIW Community for nearly 32 years.
UIW Graphic Design Students Recognized at 2024 American Advertising Awards
03/07/2025On Friday, Feb. 28, the UIW School of Media and Design had much to celebrate as 23 of its Graphic Design students were recognized with awards and scholarships at the 2024 American Advertising Awards, hosted by AAF San Antonio. “The American Advertising Awards honor innovation, excellence and the bold ideas that shape our city’s advertising landscape. This year’s theme, Keep It SA, pays tribute to the vibrant culture and creative spirit that make San Antonio truly one of a kind” (adfedsa.org).
UIW Hosts Annual Sr. Margaret Mary (Lucilla) Lecture
03/07/2025On Thursday, March 7, the UIW Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions (SNHP) hosted its annual Sr. Margaret Mary (Lucilla) Lecture in the McCombs Center Rosenberg Sky Room. This yearly event welcomes educators and students from the Nursing program to present their original research during poster presentations and to listen to a distinguished Nursing guest speaker.
UIW Showcases the Beauty of African and Afro-Caribbean Cultures at Annual Fashion Show
03/07/2025On Thursday, Feb. 27, UIW hosted its third annual African and Afro-Caribbean Fashion Show in the Student Engagement Center ballroom. UIW’s International Student and Scholar Services, Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability and the African Student Organization (ASO) hosted this yearly event in celebration of Black History Month. Attendees were welcomed to this event to experience fashion, music and art from the African continent and African Caribbean cultures.
Reflection Lent March 3, 2025
03/03/2025As Christian-Catholics, we all know the basics of Lent, expressly, Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, beginning on Ash Wednesday and ending on Holy Thursday.
February
Christmas Message Fall 2024
02/25/2025The Gospel of Luke relates the birth of Jesus by presenting the first Emperor in all his grandeur and immediately thereafter bringing us to Bethlehem, where there is no grandeur at all: just a poor child wrapped in swaddling clothes, with shepherds standing by.
Evans Family Faculty Lounge: An Expression of Gratitude Towards Faculty and a Demonstration of the Talents of Students
02/21/2025On Thursday, Feb. 13, UIW President Dr. Thomas M. Evans and Mrs. Lisa Evans unveiled the Evans Family Faculty Lounge in the J.E. & L.E. Mabee Library on the Broadway campus. The lounge, which was funded by Dr. and Mrs. Evans, was dedicated to the UIW faculty in honor of their commitment to the University’s students, including their son.
UIW Celebrates Third Week of Black History Month
02/21/2025The excitement continues as UIW celebrated the third week of Black History Month!
UIW Welcomed Nobel Peace Prized Nominated Human Rights Advocate
02/21/2025On Monday, Feb. 17, students and faculty gathered in the SEC Ballroom to listen to a lecture given by guest speaker Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish. Abuelaish is an intentionally recognized human rights advocate whose continued work has led him to be a five-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee and a recipient of various humanitarian awards.
Celebrating the Talents of Fashion Designers: UIW Hosts 2025 Red Dress Fashion Show
02/21/2025On Saturday, Feb. 15, UIW hosted the annual Red Dress Fashion Show. Since 2006, garments designed by Fashion students have been showcased at this vibrant event. In addition to UIW and San Antonio community members getting to witness the talents of the University’s students, they also got the opportunity to learn about women’s heart health.
Remaining Close to God: College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Hosts Annual Bernadette O’Conner Lecture
02/14/2025On Monday, Feb. 10, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) proudly hosted UIW’s annual Bernadette O’Conner Lecture on the Catholic Intellectual Tradition (CIT). CIT is broadly understood as the dynamic and mutually illuminating conversation between the Catholic faith and human culture. The lecture, which was originally hosted in 2017, was named in honor of Bernadette O’Conner, former CHASS dean who is known for her extensive knowledge of CIT.
Weaving the Threads of History: UIW To Host Two Fashion Shows in Celebration of Black History Month
02/14/2025In celebration of Black History Month, UIW will be showcasing the cultures and artistic talents of Black fashion designers in two upcoming fashion shows: the “Cygne Noir” Runway Show and the African and Afro-Caribbean Fashion Show.
UIW Brings the Rodeo to the Nest
02/14/2025In February 1950, the first ever Stock Show and Rodeo was hosted in San Antonio, Texas. This now annual event, which “emphasizes agriculture and education to develop the youth of Texas” has become a staple of the city’s culture (SARodeo.com). UIW students and faculty hosted several events to ring in the rodeo season, bringing San Antonio culture right to campus.
Loves Takes Flight: UIW Hosts Annual Cardinal Couples Mass
02/14/2025On Sunday, Feb. 9, Alumni Relations and Mission and Ministry celebrated the couples whose love originated at the University with the annual Cardinal Couples Mass in Our Lady’s Chapel. The lovebirds were welcomed back to the Nest to prayerfully rejoice in their continued love for their partners and for the University that brought them together.
UIW Names New Chief Information Officer
02/14/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is honored to announce that Ben Rueger has been named the University’s new Chief Information Officer and Vice President of Innovation and Technology. Rueger comes to UIW from the Purdue University system.
UIW Celebrates the First Week of Black History Month with Study of Music
02/07/2025This week, the University kicked off its annual celebration of Black History Month. On Monday, Feb. 3, members of the community gathered both in person and virtually to participate in a roundtable discussion that explored “The Role of Black American Gospel & Spiritual Music Traditions: Inspirational Adult Education Pedagogy.” The event examined the historical and contemporary role that Negro Spirituals, Black Church Music and Contemporary Gospel have played as instruments for adult education and revolutionary spiritual development among adults.
UIWSOM Preceptors Uplift Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
02/07/2025At the UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM), professors dedicated themselves to uplifting, educating and preparing the next generation of physicians. Through its rigorous curriculum and hands-on learning experiences, the school strives to empower the medical education community to achieve academic, professional and personal success and develop a commitment to lifelong learning. But UIWSOM students also receive ample and critical support beyond the Nest.
UIW to Host Annual Red Dress Fashion Show
02/07/2025On Saturday, Feb. 15, UIW will host its annual Red Dress Fashion Show at 11 a.m. in the Student Engagement Center Ballroom. This time-honored tradition has been a staple event of the University’s Fashion program since 2006 with the goal of raising awareness about women’s heart health, as the signs of health attacks in women are notably different from signs exhibited by men.
Being True to the Mission: UIW to Host Annual Bernadette O’Conner Lecture on Catholic Intellectual Traditions
02/07/2025On Monday, Feb. 10, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS) will proudly present UIW’s annual Bernadette O’Conner Lecture on Catholic Intellectual Traditions (CIT) at 5 p.m. in the Luella Bennack Music Center Seddon Recital Hall. The lecture was founded in 2017 with the intent to engage some facet of the CIT, most broadly understood as the dynamic and mutually illuminating conversation between the Catholic faith and human culture.
University of the Incarnate Word and Methodist Healthcare Ministries Announce New Partnership
02/03/2025SAN ANTONIO – February 3, 2025 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) and Methodist Healthcare Ministries (MHM) have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will help MHM employees, and their dependents advance their higher education dreams through UIW. Specifically, the agreement, which was formally signed during a ceremony on Monday, January 27, 2025, will allow for MHM employees and their families to pursue, advance, or refine work skills through an array of programs offered through the UIW School of Professional Studies (UIWSPS) at reduced tuition rates.
January
Brainpower Connection Schools Celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2025
01/31/2025Since 1974, National Catholic Schools Week has been observed in the last week of January as an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. This year’s Catholic Schools Week theme was “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community.”
UIW Marches in 38th San Antonio MLK March
01/31/2025On Monday, Jan. 20, UIW students, faculty and community members joined the City of San Antonio for its 38th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration. Despite the frigid temperatures that swept through the city, thousands of San Antonio residents bundled themselves in their warmest clothes and walked alongside one anther as their showed their collective respect for the legacy of civil rights activist, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK), Jr.
UIW Announces $500,000 Gift for Renovation of Founders Hall
01/23/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has received a gift of $500,000 from businessman and philanthropist, Gary Joeris, CEO of Joeris General Contractors. The gift is to be used in the restoration of Founders Hall, the nine-story building currently under renovation which is located across Hildebrand from the UIW Broadway campus. In recognition of his generosity, UIW will name the ballroom in the Student Engagement Center the Joeris Ballroom.
UIW Receives Top-Rankings from National Publication for Online Education
01/22/2025The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce it has received some top-rankings in the 2025 edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs list. This includes being ranked the No. 1 Catholic university in the Nation in the category of Best Online Bachelor’s Program for Veterans and the No.1 private university in the State of Texas in the category of Best Online Bachelor’s Program.
UIW to Celebrate Black History Month 2025
01/17/2025With February around the corner, the University of the Incarnate Word is preparing for its annual celebration of Black History Month. Throughout the coming month, a series of events will be hosted featuring UIW students, faculty and community members who will recall their experiences, reflect on Black history and share steps we can all take to create a more just society.
Promoting Human Dignity: UIW to Participate in San Antonio’s MLK March
01/17/2025Today, nearly 57 years after Dr. Martin Luther King's (MLK) assassination, the nation continues to honor his legacy by working to bring his dream to fruition. Every year in the month of January cities across the U.S. display this commitment at MLK Day activations and events. San Antonio is the proud host of the nation’s largest MLK March and UIW will once again march in solidarity at the annual event on Monday, Jan. 20.
UIW Healthcare Student Organizations Take Flight in the New Year
01/17/2025A new semester at UIW has just begun, but students at the University’s health professions programs wasted no time organizing to further their own professional development and opportunities for growth in their chosen fields.
Cardinals Return to the Nest for Spring Semester
01/17/2025This week, the corner of Broadway and Hildebrand became a lot livelier as the UIW student body returned from winter break to begin the Spring 2025 semester. Campus is once again filled with smiling students, eager to create more memories at the Nest and committed to achieving their resolutions.
UIW Recognized by National Organizations for Work in Sustainability Effort
01/14/2025San Antonio – January 14, 2025 – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has recently been recognized with two separate Silver ratings for its efforts in the area of sustainability on the UIW Broadway campus.
December
Melody of the Soul
12/30/2025It is often said that music is the language of the soul. Music can evoke memories, and give expression to emotions, relationships and life circumstances that are inexpressible through words alone.
Service to Others Through the Arts
12/30/2025Music therapy stands at the intersection of artistry and healing, providing a powerful service to individuals through therapeutic music interventions. Simply put, the field of music therapy is one of service to others through the arts. Those proud to call themselves music therapists must undergo rigorous training that involves a study of the musical arts, as well as psychology.
Start Small and Watch it Grow
12/30/2025With two degrees in business, Justin Puente, BBA ’15, MBA ’17, has skillfully combined his learned expertise with his natural design talent to carve out a niche in the T-shirt design industry, with his beloved alma mater among his favorite customers.
Give More Than You Take
12/30/2025If music is the universal language, then to study music is to learn how to build bridges, connect with those who are different from oneself, and explore what bonds people rather than what divides them.
Having Grit and a Servant’s Heart
12/30/2025For Denise Hernandez, BBA ’05, the value of service was demonstrated throughout her childhood by her parents, Jesus and Patricia Rodriguez. She and her brothers watched as their working-class parents ran their molino, a Mexican corn milling manufacturing plant on the Westside of San Antonio.
Dan Diehl
12/30/2025Dan Diehl has a knack for unraveling complicated communication - or perhaps it’s better described as the ability to simplify complex concepts.
UIW Employee Couple Walks Graduation Stage Together
12/19/2024Grace and Martin DeJesus have long been cherished members of the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) community, and now they are also two of its newest alumni. After dedicating over a decade of service to the university as employees, and watching their daughters proudly walk across the same stage as graduates, the couple realized it was time to invest in their own education.
Taking Flight Beyond the Nest: Drake Perry Denning
12/19/2024On Saturday, Dec. 14, UIW bid a heartfelt farewell to the graduating class as they crossed the commencement stage at the Freeman Coliseum. This year, more than 600 Incarnate Word graduates from home and abroad were honored at the ceremony where they received their hard-earned diplomas. Each one of these graduates has left their mark at UIW, intertwining their unique stories with the many others that are woven throughout the University’s history. One of these remarkable graduates is Drake Perry Denning.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year | A Message from President Evans
12/17/2024Dr. Evans shares a special video message for the UIW community in celebration of the Christmas season.
UIW Honors Fall 2024 Graduating Class at Ring Ceremony
12/13/2024On Monday, Dec. 9, the University commemorated the achievements of the Fall 2024 graduating class at the UIW Ring Ceremony, presented by Herff Jones. Initially held in 2016, the Ring Ceremony is typically hosted exclusively during spring semesters. A fall ceremony was added this year to accommodate the growing student interest and participation in what is now viewed as a beloved school tradition.
UIW Class of 2024: Haley Guerrero
12/13/2024For generations of Incarnate Word students, the sounds of UIW Bands have been a staple of many campus traditions and events. From holiday concerts, formal occasions and athletics events, the institution’s student musicians have uplifted the community with their passionate performances. One of these musicians is Haley Guerrero.
UIW Class of 2024: Mariana Garza
12/13/2024On Saturday, December 14, UIW’s Fall 2024 graduating class will cross the commencement stage to claim their hard-earned degrees, marking the beginning of a new chapter beyond the Nest. Each graduate is a reflection of UIW’s Mission to support students as they become enlightened citizens that embody the teachings of Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Word. One of these remarkable graduates is Mariana Garza.
Upholding the Values of Medicine and the Nation: UIWSOM Hosts Military Match Day Ceremony
12/13/2024On Wednesday, Dec. 11, the UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM) hosted its Annual Military Match Day ceremony. The UIWSOM Office of Student Affairs and the UIW Office of Military and Veterans Affairs have hosted this ceremony since December 2020 to reveal and celebrate the placement of military-affiliated applicants seeking residency or postgraduate positions in military programs. This opportunity is exclusive to service persons eligible to participate in the residency match season, meaning they have completed all the requirements of their respective medical programs.
Making Dreams a Reality: UIW to Welcome 24 Global Online Graduates at Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremony
12/06/2024In 2021, UIW launched its Global Online program, which provides online degree programs in Spanish to students in the Latin American region. The program offers the opportunity for intentional Spanish-speaking students to grow professionally and personally as they work to obtain a U.S. degree or diploma. Global Online’s first graduating class consisted of 41 students who graduated in December of 2022.
UIW Students Present at Southwest Conference on Christianity and Literature
12/06/2024This November, Dr. LuElla D’Amico, associate professor of English, led a group of students to the Southwest Conference on Christianity and Literature at the University of Dallas, where they delivered research presentations. This conference considers the ways in which sacred literature is related to secular literature, and how the understanding of the one can inform approaches to the other (udallas.edu).
UIW Set to Honor Fall Class of 2024
12/06/2024It’s that time of year again! Commencement Week begins on Monday, Dec. 9. The UIW community can expect a variety of events recognizing the accomplishments of its December 2024 graduates. Read about next week’s celebrations below!
Supporting Adult and Ongoing Learning: Dreeben School of Education Represented at AAACE Annual Conference
12/06/2024Faculty and students of the UIW Dreeben School of Education (DSE) represented the University at the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE) 2025 Annual Conference in Reno, Nevada. The AAACE’s mission is to provide leadership for the field of adult and continued education by expanding opportunities in alignment with the belief that lifelong learning contributes to human fulfillment and positive social change (AAACE.org).
Expressing Gratitude: Ettling Center Distributes Holiday Meals to Community Members
12/06/2024On Tuesday, Nov. 26, UIW’s Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability and the Office of Communications and Brand Marketing (OCM) coordinated the distribution of Thanksgiving meal kits at UIW’s 2nd annual Blessing Boxes distribution event.
November
Thanksgiving Blessings | A Message from President Evans
11/27/2024In this season of thanks, Dr. Evans shares his gratitude for the UIW community and a special blessing for the season.
UIW’s 2024 Light the Way Holiday Festival a Huge Success
11/26/2024San Antonio (Nov. 25, 2024) – The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) held its annual Light the Way Holiday Festival presented by H-E-B on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The event marked the 38th year for the annual Christmas celebration on the Broadway campus of UIW and the 20th year that H-E-B was the title sponsor. The festival kicked off at 3 p.m., providing six hours of holiday fun before the traditional 9 p.m. fireworks finale.
UIW Football Team Earns Southland Conference Title and Advances to Playoffs
11/22/2024On Saturday, Nov. 16 the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) football team clinched the Southland Conference Championship after winning the highly anticipated game against Stephan F. Austin (SFA). The game concluded with a final score of 27-20, securing UIW’s 9th win of the season. The Cardinals aim to be the first team in program history to finish undefeated in conference play this Saturday, Nov. 23.
UIW Cross Country Teams Compete at Southland Conference Championship
11/22/2024The University of the Incarnate Word women’s and men’s cross country teams excelled in this year’s Southland Conference (SLC) Championship. The SLC is a collegiate University-level athletic conference that operates within the South-Central Texas region. It is currently comprised of 12 full-time members across Texas and Louisiana.
UIW Hosts 2024 Business Startup Challenge
11/22/2024On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the UIW H-E-B School of Business and Administration (HEBSBA) hosted its annual Startup Challenge. Since 2009, this 13-week competition has been held every fall semester, allowing students to develop a business model from idea to actualization. The competition is organized by Dr. Jose Moreno and Dr. Teresa Harrison, co-directors of the Beckendorf Family Center for Innovation and Global Entrepreneurship and is open to UIW students from all campuses and schools.
Cardinals Enjoy Annual President’s Posada
11/22/2024In anticipation of the fast-approaching Christmas season, the UIW community gathered for the President’s Posada, a beloved annual event hosted by UIW President Dr. Thomas Evans and his wife, Mrs. Lisa Evans. The event, which is led by the Campus Life team, brings the campus community together every year to celebrate the season with warmth, gratitude, and fellowship, and has become an important tradition, for students and employees alike.
Transcending Borders: UIW Celebrates International Education Week
11/22/2024During the week of Nov. 18-22, the University of the Incarnate Word proudly participated in International Education Week (IEW), a joint initiative between the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education that celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This annual event is part of their efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences (U.S. Department of State, 2024).
Get Ready to Light the Way!
11/22/2024It’s that time of year again, Incarnate Word family! The University of the Incarnate Word will usher in the holiday season with the 38th Annual Light the Way Holiday Festival from 3-9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23 on the UIW Broadway campus. This year, the University celebrates a major milestone with H-E-B, as the organization marks its 20th year of generously sponsoring the Light the Way Holiday Festival!
UIW Enters New Collaborative Educational Agreement With Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
11/21/2024The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is proud to announce that it has established a new collaborative agreement with the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). The partnership is aimed at expanding community service programs and practical training through short-term and faculty-led initiatives for domestic UIW students to travel and learn in Mexico.
UIW to Host Poulenc Music Festival
11/15/2024The UIW Department of Music will host the Poulenc Music Festival this December. This first-time event will be a celebration of the music of Francis Poulenc, French composer and pianist (1899-1963). In his career, Poulenc made important contributions to French music following WWI. His works, which include art songs, chamber music, choral pieces, operas, solo piano works, ballets and orchestral concert music, are still widely regarded as some of the best compositions of the 20th century (Brittanica, 2024).
Former Optometry Dean Speaks on Cooperations Between Ecuadorian Sister Schools
11/15/2024Recently, Dr. Timothy A. Wingert, OD, FAAO, FNAP, FEAOO, retired dean and professor at the UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry (RSO) traveled to Quito, Ecuador as an invited guest speaker at the Latin American Association of Optometry and Optics, also known as Asociación Latinoamericana de Optometría y Óptica (ALDOO). Joined by Dr. Carol Pinzon, optometry program director at University Foundation of the Andean Area (Fundación Universitaria del Area Andina), Wingert discussed the internationalization of optometric education in regard to UIW’s recent partnership with its three sister schools in Ecuador: Instituto Tecnologico Blue Hill, Universidad Ecotec and Universidad Internacional del Ecuador.
UIW Hosts Annual Diwali Celebration
11/15/2024On Thursday, Nov. 7, UIW continued its long history of hosting the annual Diwali celebration in the UIW Rosenberg Sky Room. Diwali, or Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of people around the world. The South Asian holiday is often commemorated through festivals in recognition of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness.
UIWSOM Hosts Inaugural Humanities in Healthcare Symposium
11/15/2024On Saturday, Nov. 9, UIW’s School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM), in collaboration with the UIWSOM chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society, hosted the inaugural Humanities in Healthcare Symposium. This first-time event welcomed approximately 70 community members and guests to hear from a variety of speakers as they discussed healthcare related topics such as professionalism, ethics, spirituality and humanism.