Launched by the U.S. State Department, the designation highlights universities committed to international exchange and global connections.

The School of Education and Human Development will lead research to support future educators.

Take a look back at some of the moments that defined Aggieland this year.

Texas A&M professor says Hispanics are the future of Texas and state leaders must act to address socioeconomic disparities.

The HSRU Alliance is focused on doubling Hispanic doctorates and increasing the number of Hispanic professors by 20 percent.

The designation provides schools with access to additional funding to improve enrollment and graduation rates among Hispanic students.

The designation by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities means Texas A&M has a Hispanic undergraduate enrollment of at least 25 percent.