KINGSVILLE (Oct. 13, 2025) — Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) was announced as the Best College/University during 2025 Corpus Christi Community's Choice Awards Gala last week.
TAMUK was one of a field of three finalists in the Best College/University category that also included Del Mar College and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
“Texas A&M University-Kingsville is honored to have been chosen Community Choice for higher education in our region,” Dr. Robert Vela, President of Texas A&M University-Kingsville. “This is an affirmation from our community that our dedication to serving our backyard is recognized by the students, families, and alumni we've served. Together, we are continuing the work of transforming lives and setting graduates on a course for multigenerational prosperity as we enter our second century. I want to personally thank South Texas for supporting our mission.”
Driven by community nominations, the Corpus Christi Community Choice Awards recognize more than 420 business, organizations and institutions around the Coastal Bend. Members of the community then vote to decide the winners in various categories.
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