Hang Le-Tormala Guest Lecture

Author / Scholar Visit, Current & Upcoming Events, Current Announcements, Library Announcements, Library Events, Pecan Campus

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Author Hang Le-Tormala

Author Hang Le-Tormala

Join us on March 31st, 2025 at 4PM in Pecan Campus Auditorium D for a talk by Hang Le-Tormala, distinguished graduate of the University of Kansas American Studies Master’s program and accomplished historian.

Le-Tormala will explore the complex transnational efforts toward reconciliation and healing since 1975. A former Fulbright scholar and PhD graduate in History from the University of Kansas, she now shares her expertise as an adjunct instructor at Haskell Indian Nations University.

Talk Title: “Post-Vietnam: An Arduous Quest for Peace”
Speaker: Hang Le-Tormala
Date: Monday, March 31st 2025
Location: Pecan Campus Auditorium D
Time: 4PM CST

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CreateSpace

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The STC Library offers a monthly crafting session to inspire creativity across all majors. 
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Create Space Workshops: Last Tuesday of each month, 12 – 2 p.m.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/Y6EqaTzeF1

The South Texas College Library Art Gallery presents CreateSpace, a monthly art workshop designed to inspire creativity, encourage collaboration, and foster meaningful face-to-face interactions while disconnecting from technology.

The workshops are scheduled for the last Tuesday of each month from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Pecan Library, Room F102, on the following dates: February 25, March 25, and April 29. The first workshop will be hosted by Art History instructor Melissa Terry, who will focus on creating textile-based art. Each workshop will begin with an introductory session, followed by an opportunity to connect with others or work independently.

CreateSpace posterAll experience levels are welcome. Art supplies for the featured craft will be provided. Attendees are also encouraged to bring their supplies if they have specific preferences. Light snacks will be available, and attendees may bring their lunch.

Please note that space is limited to 24 attendees. We encourage you to reserve your spot by filling out the online form: https://forms.office.com/r/Y6EqaTzeF1. We kindly request that all confirmed guests who register online arrive by noon. After this time, any unclaimed spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The workshops are free and open to the public.

For more information, contact the library at (956) 872-3488, gotvos@southtexascollege.edu, or visit https://library.southtexascollege.edu/libraryart.

Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month

Current & Upcoming Events, Current Announcements, Library Announcements, Library Events, Pecan Campus

Celebrate Black History MonthSTC Library, the History Department, and the Music Department invite you to join us for a series of events that highlight the contributions of African Americans to film and music. These engaging lectures and performances will take place throughout February, featuring esteemed faculty and talented musicians.

Tuesday, February 4th | 5:30 PM | D Building Auditorium
African Americans on Film – Featuring Dr. Robert Miller
Join us as Dr. Robert Miller explores the portrayal of African Americans in cinema, from early representations to modern storytelling. Discover how film has shaped and reflected cultural narratives over the years.

Tuesday, February 11th | 5:30 PM | D Building Auditorium
From Africa to Protest: Black Music in America – Featuring Dr. Christopher Davis
Dr. Christopher Davis takes us on a journey through the evolution of Black music in America. From African roots to spirituals, jazz, blues, hip-hop, and protest music, learn how these genres have shaped cultural identity and activism.

Thursday, February 27th | 6:00 PM | Cooper Center
An Evening of African American Musical Traditions – Presented by the STC Music Department
Experience an unforgettable night of live performances celebrating African American musical traditions. This showcase, presented by the STC Music Department, will feature a diverse array of styles and influences that have shaped the musical landscape.

These events are open to all—students, faculty, and community members alike. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate and learn about the profound impact of African Americans on film and music.

Amado M. Peña Jr.

Current & Upcoming Exhibits, Library Art Gallery, Pecan Campus, Permanent Art Collection

STC acquires new works by prominent Laredo-born artist.

Exhibit opens January 21 | Reception and artist talk March 5

South Texas College Library celebrates a generous donation of nine artworks to its permanent art collection. This donation was made by Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, the President of STC, from his personal art collection. It features works by Amado M. Peña Jr., a prestigious artist from Laredo, TX who now resides in Santa Fe, NM. There will be an exhibition of the artwork on the library’s second floor, along with an artist talk event and a reception to commemorate the occasion.

The exhibition “Desert Impressions: Amado M. Peña Jr.” will open on January 21 and run through May 23, 2025. Amado M. Peña Jr. will visit the college on March 5, 2025, for an artist talk with students and community members from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Additionally, there will be an exhibition reception showcasing these artworks and the “Moon as Muse,” a community and student exhibition, on the library’s first floor from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The exhibition will be on display at the Pecan Campus Library Art Gallery, located at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Building F, in McAllen. Admission is free and open to the public.

Amado M. Peña Jr. was born in 1943 in Laredo, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M-Kingsville with both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in art and education. A celebrated artist, he is recognized as an Artisan of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe of Arizona.

His artwork honors the resilience of Native Americans and reflects their harmonious relationship with the enduring landscapes of Texas, Arizona and New Mexico. Inspired by significant locations such as Canyon de Chelly, Spider Rock, and Monument Valley, Peña’s art is characterized by bold colors, dynamic compositions, and powerful storytelling.

Peña has dedicated his career to preserving and promoting the culture, art, and history of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe through his creative work. He has taught in his hometown of Laredo, as well as in Crystal City and Austin, Texas. He has also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas. His paintings have been exhibited at the National Collection of Fine Arts at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. Additionally, he has been a presenter at numerous national education conferences, where he shares his expertise and passion for art and education.

STC’s Library Art Gallery Program organizes exhibitions and educational programs to engage students’ understanding of art and its role in culture, support the academic curriculum, and inspire continued education through direct engagement with artists, scholars, and original works of art.

For more information, please contact the gallery at (956) 872-3488, gotvos@southtexascollege.edu, or visit https://library.southtexascollege.edu/libraryart.

The Moon as Muse: A Love Letter in Art & Verse

Library Art Gallery, Pecan Campus, Previous Exhibits

The Moon as Muse blog banner with a yellow full moon. Deadline to submit artwork and poetry: February 17, 2025

The South Texas College Library Art Gallery is hosting a call for artists to submit artwork on the theme of the moon! The moon has long inspired artists across different fields. For painter Vincent van Gogh, it was a muse that illuminated his night scenes. Composer Claude Debussy captured its beauty in his piece Clair de Lune, translating moonlight into music. Meanwhile, Shakespeare used the moon as a recurring symbol in his works, representing themes of love, madness, and the passage of time.

The timeless allure of the moon has sparked creativity across generations, inspiring artists, musicians, and writers alike. Our ancestors looked to the moon to mark the passing of days and seasons, connecting daily rhythms to its cycles. They wove its phases into myths and legends, seeing it as a guiding light in the night sky and a symbol of constancy through change.

Today, we still stand under the same moon, inspired by its beauty, mystery, and even the possibilities of space travel. Share your unique perspective, whether inspired by ancient connections, everyday rhythms, or dreams of distant worlds. We invite artists to create and display work by submitting original art and poetry for an exhibition at the STC Pecan Campus Library Art Gallery March 5 – May 16, 2025. There will be an opening reception and awards on March 5, from 5 – 7 p.m. where participants will get a chance to win first, second, and third place. Participation is free and open to the public. All artwork must be ready to hang.

To participate, complete this entry form: THE MOON AS MUSE

The deadline to submit artwork or poetry is February 17, 2025 at 5 p.m. 

Artwork submissions can be dropped off to:

South Texas College Library
Gina Otvos, Bldg. F Rm. 235
3201 W Pecan Blvd.
McAllen, TX 78501

Poetry submissions can be emailed to: gotvos@southtexascollege.edu

Admission is free and open to the public.

The South Texas College Library Art Gallery Program organizes exhibitions and programs to engage students’ understanding of art and its role in culture, support the academic curriculum, and inspire continued education through direct engagement with artists, scholars, and original works of art.

For more information, contact 956-872-3488, gotvos@southtexascollege.edu or visit https://library.southtexascollege.edu/libraryartgallery/.

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The Semester Loan Programs provides academic support to students as they work to fulfill their educational goals by providing technology to access key tools and resources, including Library databases, eBooks, Blackboard, and other helpful online resources. Students wishing to receive one of these loans should review the eligibility requirements below before submitting an application.

There are limited hotspots and laptops available to any student enrolled in at least six hours of spring semester. When supplies are exhausted, eligible student names will be added to a wait list. When a resource becomes available, the student will be contacted.

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