SRSU celebrates its student employees that work tirelessly alongside our departments for National Student Employment Week, from April 14-18. Every day this week, we will highlight groups of our student employees in part with Financial Aid and @srsucareers.

The @srsuadmissions student workers are the bonafide faces of the university, giving campus tours and being student leaders in their individual majors, clubs and teams. Their charisma, spirit, and Lobo pride always bring the best out of everyone they work with. Their abilities to connect with others and be approachable and friendly while mentoring our newest Lobos is admirable and outstanding. Thank you (left to right) Justin Quinonez, Andrea Iniguez, Keyla Carrasco, Brianna Cruz, Cassie Espinoza, and Mia Espinoza for all you do!

SRSU celebrates its student employees that work tirelessly alongside our departments for National Student Employment Week, from April 14-18. Every day this week, we will highlight groups of our student employees in part with Financial Aid and @srsucareers.

Financial Aid student workers assist with student check-in for those looking to meet with staff, and provide valuable support to the Enrollment Management team by helping with campus tours and institutional events. They also bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a strong work ethic to
every task they take on. Whether assisting with administrative duties, supporting team projects, or
helping with day-to-day operations, they consistently go above and beyond to ensure everything
runs smoothly. Special thanks to (Alpine) Ricardo Rodriguez, Aile Loya, Winsor Johnson-Andrews, Ana Rocha, Angel Lugo, (Del Rio) Ana Dominguez, Arturo Zamora (Eagle Pass) Rolando Trevino, Esmeralda Martinez, Brenda Calvo, and April Cordova.

Congratulations to Retention Specialist Samantha Sanchez (left) and Assistant Athletic Director for Internal Operations Clayton Garcia (right) who were each presented with the 2025 Bar-SR-Bar Award by President Carlos Hernandez on Tuesday at the Morgan University Center. Sul Ross State University employees are nominated by their peers and chosen by the Staff Excellence Award Committee. In addition to ceremonial recognition, the winners receive a $1,000 stipend.

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SRSU celebrates its student employees that work tirelessly alongside our departments for National Student Employment Week, from April 14-18. Every day this week, we will highlight groups of our student employees in part with Financial Aid and @srsucareers. Next up are the amazing student workers for the University Police Department!

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From the beginning, Lisbeth Dominguez (left) and Rosa Ruiz (middle) have always been very hard working individuals, who have gone above and beyond to get work done. They both always come in ready to get the work day started and ready to help out however they can. They both have played major roles in UPD’s transformation, from helping clear out and clean up the office, to demonstrating excellent customer service and going the extra mile to help out anyone who comes by the office, including the officers and administration. Both will be dearly missed and difficult to replace once they graduate.

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Congratulations to Amanda Workman who has been promoted to Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics at Sul Ross State University, effective April 1. Workman has been the Athletic Director of SRSU since March 2021.

Read this story at the "SRSU News" link in our bio.

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SRSU celebrates its student employees that work tirelessly alongside our departments for National Student Employment Week, from April 14-18. Every day this week, we will highlight groups of our student employees in part with Financial Aid and @srsucareers. Let's keep the love going for another group of student employees in @srsureslife - the Maintenance Assistants!
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The Maintenance Assistant (MA) team is an essential part of Residential Living. They are typically the first responders to maintenance requests from anything from changing a lightbulb to troubleshooting air conditioner problems. If the maintenance assistants can not fix it on their own, they can identify what the problem is specifically so that physical plant can work more efficiently and alleviate the time it would take them to identify the issues.
Special thanks to MA Joel, MA Joshua, and MA Tabias!
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SRSU celebrates its student employees that work tirelessly alongside our departments for National Student Employment Week, from April 14-18. Every day this week, we will highlight groups of our student employees in part with Financial Aid and @srsucareers. Kicking off the celebration is our student employees at @srsureslife - the Resident Assistants!

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“Our Resident Assistants (RAs) are phenomenal! They are a dedicated group of student leaders who play a critical role in supporting and caring for our residential students. Living within the communities they serve, RAs are often the first to respond—whether it's a minor concern or a major crisis. They offer a listening ear, connect students to vital resources, and help create a sense of comfort and belonging during challenging moments, both personal and academic. Beyond emotional and peer support, our RAs help maintain the safety and security of our residential communities. Through a 24/7, 365-day duty rotation, they remain consistently available to ensure that students feel safe, seen and supported. Their work is often behind the scenes but deeply impactful. We appreciate their heart, resilience and the genuine care they bring to our campus every single day.”

Shoutout to (from left to right front row) RA Arianna, RA Ale, RA Alysa, RA BreAnna, RA Maddy, (from left to right back row) RA Chris, RA Ari, RA Aubrey, RA Beto G, RA Rachael, RA Beto M, RA Jacob, and RA Roman!

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Last month’s hike with Dr. Maureen Frank was cancelled due to the weather, but we surely enjoyed the beautiful snow and much-needed moisture! ❄️☀️
Now that spring is in full bloom, join us for our next Guided Hike on Hancock Hill—this time with native plants in the spotlight! 🌵🌾 Helen Snook with West Texas Native Seeds will lead us through the Chihuahuan Desert landscape, highlighting native grasses, cacti, forbs, and shrubs in seed, fruit, or flower. A perfect way to connect with the desert’s seasonal magic!

📅 Saturday, May 3, 2025. 9 a.m.
📍 Hancock Hill, SRSU
🧭 Helen Snook, West Texas Native Seeds
🌱 Native Plants of Hancock Hill
🥾 This 1.8-mile hike is moderately strenuous and completely FREE! Registration is required.
🔗 Sign up now at "Guided Hikes on Hancock Hill" on the @borderlandsresearchinstitute Linktree.

The SRSU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) hosted their 2nd annual Field Day April 2. @srsu.saac volunteers facilitated sports-themed stations and participated alongside students from @thealpinebucks for a morning of fun and games! This event is sponsored by @srsu.cesa and included approximately 20 SRSU athlete volunteers and 25 students from Alpine schools.
 
“We love to be a growing part of this community and want every chance to pour back into it,” said Assistant Athletic Director Clayton Garcia. “Events like this bring our SAAC students as much joy as it does for the AISD students who participate.”

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