Division of Academic Affairs

Office of the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs

Several operating units necessary to the efficient function of the university community are overseen by the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs. Those units reporting to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs are the Center for Continuing Education, the Center for Distance Learning and Instructional Technology, the Center for Teaching Effectiveness, and the Office of International Studies and Programs.

Center for Continuing Education  

The Center for Continuing Education interfaces with community stakeholders to plan, develop, implement and evaluate university non-credit classes and community outreach programs for South Texas communities.  Continuing education classes include professional development classes, including over 150 online courses, enrichment and non-credit programs, Elderhostel programs and the Intensive English Program for international students.  Study America programs are also coordinated and managed through the Center.

Tadeo Reyna, Ed.D., Director
Phone: 361-593-2861
email: t-reyna@tamuk.edu

Center for Distance Learning and Instructional Technology

At A&M-Kingsville, learning is not just a lifelong activity; it is one that can take place just about anywhere.  Through the Center for Distance Learning and Instructional Technology, college credit classes are available online as well as in the hybrid format, which combines face to face with online class time.  Videoconference classrooms allow two-way audio and video courses over the Trans-Texas Videoconference Network (TTVN) operated by the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS).  In addition, off-campus courses are conducted at various regional sites, and correspondence courses are also available.

Jan Brott, Director
Phone:  593-2860
Email:  jan.brott@tamuk.edu

Center for Teaching Effectiveness

The Center was established in 2001, following an initiative of the Faculty Senate, to be a resource for classroom teachers through workshops, seminars, and discussion. The Center provides orientation and follow-up support to new faculty and graduate teaching assistants. In addition, those who wish to enhance the quality of their teaching may consult with the director individually.

Jacqueline Thomas, Ed.D., Director
Phone: 361-593-2579
email: j-thomas@tamuk.edu

Office of International Studies and Programs

The Office of International Studies and Programs serves the needs of students, both domestic and international, seeking opportunities for study abroad or student exchange programs.  This office provides financial resources for students to study abroad through the International Education Exchange Fund scholarships.  The office also supports and expands opportunities to Texas A&M University-Kingsville faculty to teach, conduct research, and engage in other academic opportunities abroad.

Tadeo Reyna, Ed.D., Interim Director
Phone: 361-593-3994
email: t-reyna@tamuk.edu