History
 
  • Brief History.

    In recognition of Mexico’s importance as a cultural and economic partner for Texas and the United States, the Office for Latin American Programs (OLAP) initiated the discussions and the development of a university center in Mexico in 1992.

  • In 1993, the Mexico Center was made possible by Mr. Pablo Marvin, a 1966 graduate of Texas A&M, and his wife Barbara. The Marvins generously donated the 15th floor of their commercial building on Reforma Avenue for a 10 year contract. Once Mr. Marvin saw the function of the Mexico Center and the success of its operation, he extended the contract to 20 years. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin also donated the space for the new facility in Bosques de las Lomas, one of the most important corporate zones in Mexico City. The Mexico Center relocated to the new facility in October of 2008.

    In 1990-1991, the Trans-Texas Videoconference Network (TTVN) was created to serve the needs of the parts of Texas A&M University that require interactive video and data services. In the first four years, TTVN had 60 video locations and 100 data locations. In 1995, the Mexico Center became the first international video location for TTVN. This service continues to be a very valuable resource for the Mexico Center and Texas A&M University.


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