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Island Waves
The Student News Site of Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

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Gabriella Ruiz

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor

Gabriella Ruiz is a senior Media Arts major with a focus in Media Studies and a minor in Digital Journalism. She has been working with Island Waves since her freshman year and has been able to take on internships with Dow Jones News Fund and the Pleasanton Express while gaining experience to bring to the newsroom at school. In Gabriella’s spare time she enjoys doing her makeup, spending time with family and friends, and playing sports.

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The ACL lineup features a wide variety of artists for everyone to enjoy. Photo courtesy of ACL

Austin City Limits Music Festival Lineup Released

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
May 19, 2023
Gabriella Ruiz’s graduation cap was inspired by Harry Styles./Photo Courtesy of Alyssa Hinojosa

Glammin’ With Gabi: Welcome To The Final Show… Or is it?

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
May 19, 2023
Group photo of TAMU-CC Beach Volleyball team outdoors

Beach Volleyball Became Back-To-Back SLC Tournament Champions

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 29, 2023
Crowd watching Taylor Swift sing indoors

Glammin’ With Gabi: “Tell Me Why” I Miss Taylor Swift Already

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 21, 2023
Mens basketball team posing for photo indoors

Men’s Basketball Program Made School History

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 3, 2023
Poster for Party101

New Year, New Party 101 With Matt Bennett

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 21, 2023
The late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel hosted this years Oscars on March 12. Photo courtesy of the Oscars

The Oscars 2023 Recap

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 20, 2023
Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber posing together indoors

‘Who says’ the Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber Drama ended?

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 16, 2023
Group of basketball players posing with trophy

Lutz Takes Islanders To NCAA Tournament Once Again

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 9, 2023
Harry Styles posing with two Grammys

Glammin’ With Gabi: Harry Styles Made The Grammys and Brits His House

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 21, 2023
Rugby players trying to catch ball outdoors

TAMU-CC Rugby Club Becomes More Like A Brotherhood

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 20, 2023
Glammin with Gabi in pink bubbled letters on pink background

Glamming With Gabi: Upcoming 2023 Tours

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
December 20, 2022

TAMU-CC Student-Athletes Explain Holiday Plans During Winter Break

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 28, 2022
Jon Palumbo speaking at podium

Palumbo Steps Down From Islander Athletics To Start New Journey

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 25, 2022
Taylor Swift Eras Tour poster

Glammin’ With Gabi: ‘The Great War’ For Taylor’s Eras Tour Tickets

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 21, 2022
Basketball player views two other players with ball

Women’s Basketball Program Ready To Continue Their Winning Culture This Season

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 8, 2022
Two basketball players reaching for ball

Lutz Plans To Take Men’s Basketball Program to NCAA Again

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 3, 2022
Taylor Swifts Midnights Album Cover

Glammin’ With Gabi: “Dear Reader” Here’s A ‘Midnights’ Review

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 1, 2022
Poster for Dont Worry Darling

Glammin’ With Gabi: Don’t Worry Darling Review

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 20, 2022
Gabriella Torres is a senior catcher on the women’s softball team. Gabriella Ruiz/ Island Waves

TAMU-CC Hispanic Student-Athletes Represent Their Hispanic Community

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 7, 2022
Letty Guval De Luna, Spanish major at TAMU-CC, sings at the Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff. Lillian Crane/Island Waves

TAMU-CC Celebrates HHM Kickoff

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
September 29, 2022
The Islanders huddle up and encourage each other after scoring a point.

Islander Classic Prepares Volleyball Program for Conference

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
September 14, 2022
Don’t forget to stream ‘Harry’s House’ and follow Styles’ journey with the projects that are coming up.

All This ‘Late Night Talking’ About Harry Styles

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
August 12, 2022
Come watch your favorite Wildcat in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series every Wednesday on Disney Plus.

Once A Wildcat, Always a Wildcat

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
August 12, 2022
From left to right: Kim Tae-hyung (V), Min Yoon-gi (SUGA), Kim Seok-jin (Jin), Jeon Jung-kook (Jungkook), Kim Nam-joon (RM), Park Ji-min (Jimin), Jung Hoseok (J-Hope) attended the Grammys 2022 Red Carpet.

‘Life Goes On’ with BTS Going Solo

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
July 7, 2022
TAMU-CC students take a selfie together at the Plain White Ts concert for the university’s 75th anniversary.

Live Music Industry Brings Concerts Back to Life

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
June 15, 2022
The album cover of ‘Harry’s House’ was released on March 23 and millions of fans were ready to listen to a more mature Harry.

Glammin’ With Gabi: ‘Daydreaming’ of ‘Harry’s House’ Review

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
May 30, 2022
Junior Quinn De Avila manages to get to first base safely after an error made by Southeastern.

Islanders Find Their ‘Identity As A Team’ To Win Series

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
May 2, 2022
The beach volleyball program celebrates winning the Southland Conference Championship trophy.

BVB Wins SLC Championship

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 30, 2022
TAMU-CC’s golf program managed to finish with a total score of 949 (+85).

TAMU-CC’s Golf Program Tied in Fourth-Place at SLC Championship

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 27, 2022
ColourPop Cosmetics’ Disney’s Winnie the Pooh collection is available only online as of now.

Glammin’ With Gabi: Beauty Brands Dropping New Makeup Collabs

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 26, 2022
The dugout watches as the Islanders attempt to battle back into the game.

Islanders Drop Home Series to HBU

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 21, 2022
On the left, Stephanie Schmidt, Director of Student Activities at TAMU-CC, talks with a friend (on the right) about the new Islander Wave beer while drinking at Lazy Beach Brewing and Cafe.

Islander Athletics Partner With Local Breweries for Branded Beers

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 20, 2022
From left to right, dancer Chawnta’ Marie, professional manicurist Eri Ishizu, dance artist Grace Holden, influencer Lexo Darealo, Lizzo, and hair stylist Shelby Swain celebrate Yitty.

Lizzo Releases Yitty to Make Women Feel ‘Good as Hell’

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 16, 2022
Junior second baseman Mackenzie Purcell grounds the ball to throw out the runner on first base.

Islanders Secure Home Series Win Against Northwestern State

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 12, 2022
Giuliana Poletti Corrales, junior Islander, and Brooke Pertuit, sophomore Islander, celebrate after scoring.

BVB Brought Confidence In Hosting Fourth Home Tournament

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 6, 2022
The League of Women Voters of Corpus Christi came to talk to students about who they are and how women can power democracy just by voting.

‘Who runs the world?’ Women, for WHM

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 15, 2022
The Islanders celebrate winning their 2022 Southland Conference Tournament Championship trophy alongside athletic director Jon Palumbo and assistant AD for communications Robbie Kleinmuntz.

Lutz takes Islanders to NCAA Tournament

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 14, 2022
Thousands of fans will be gathered at Empire Polo Club in Indio to listen to their favorite artists.

Coachella Announces COVID-19 Precautions No Longer Required

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 2, 2022
From left to right; Kat (Barbie Ferreira), and Maddy (Alexa Demie), are questioning why Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) is dressed up like she’s auditioning for the Oklahoma play.

Rundown of Euphoria Season 2 Brings an Unforgettable Storyline

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 23, 2022
Simon Fryer (22) defends the TAMU-CC Islanders as his opponent looks to pass the ball.

Men’s Basketball Battles for Homecoming Win

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 23, 2022
Senior Makinna Serrata, senior Diamond Wraggs, junior Alecia Westbrook, sophomore Violeta Verano, and sophomore Paige Allen are playing defense to prevent Northwestern State from scoring.

Islanders Secure Their Winning Streak at Homecoming

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 23, 2022
Glammin with Gabi in pink bubbled letters on pink background

Glammin’ with Gabi: Euphoria’s season 2 Beauty Moments

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 18, 2022
The Lemonade Stand Cosmetics features products that include Pink Lemonade Lip Gloss, lip balms, makeup tools, facial care products, hair products, and more.

Lemonade Stand Cosmetics Products Uplift Individuals’ Self-Love

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 14, 2022
The MCU features this new set of superheroes that range from left to right, Makkari (Lauren Ridloff), Gilgamesh (Don Lee), Thena (Angelina Jolie), Ikaris (Richard Madden), Ajak (Salma Hayek), Sersi (Gemma Cham), and Sprite (Lia McHugh). Kingo (Kumail Nanjiani), Druig (Barry Keoghan), and Phastos (Brian Tyree Henry) not pictured.

Opinion on Eternals: how MCU’s inclusive new film freshens up the franchise

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
December 8, 2021
Islanders and the Corpus Christi community gathered around to see the lighting ceremony countdown take place.

TAMU-CC brings Islander Lights festivities back to the Island

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 29, 2021
Taylor Swift’s Red (Taylor Swift’s Version) released on Friday, Nov. 12 physically and digitally.

Red (Taylor’s Version) sparks rumors and adds to discourse about grooming in Hollywood

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 23, 2021
Adam Shelton was leading the Star Wars trivia night while keeping the students entertained throughout the night.

May the force be with Star Wars trivia night

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 21, 2021
Kathleen Rodriguez talks about her excitement and plans for her new position as Texas A&M University-Corpus Christis head softball coach at a press conference in the Performing Arts Center on Oct. 27, 2021.

Kathleen Rodriguez ‘thrilled and humbled’ to be TAMU-CC’s new head softball coach

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 16, 2021
Lutz brings first win to men’s basketball program

Lutz brings first win to men’s basketball program

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 15, 2021
The Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi mens basketball team practices in the Moody Sustainer Field House on Nov. 3, 2021, before their upcoming game.

Lutz plans to build a championship program for men’s basketball

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi’s Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams practice for the upcoming season.

Chadwick looks forward to a good 2021-2022 basketball season

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
Rumor has it that Harry Styles will be playing Starfox/Eros at the post-credit scene.

Eternals premiere leaks Harry Styles cameo

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 3, 2021
The Islander defense prepares for UTRGV to serve.

Islanders face tough battle against UTRGV

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 28, 2021
From left to right, officers of Queen Beauty Club, Jazmin Ferdin, Savannah Ruiz, and Carisma Presas presented students with their “trash your insecurities” activity.

Uplifting student mental health with Fresh Check Day

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 26, 2021
The Islanders block a hit from McNeese Thursday night.

Islander VB defeats McNeese

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 20, 2021
Students and their families enjoyed the laser show presented by Laser Encore.

Islander Family Weekend brings 570 families to the Island

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 14, 2021
The campus community was able to walk near the East Lawn to read the messages left for survivors.

Chalk it up for Awareness with Student Conduct & Advocacy

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 14, 2021
Mariachi de la Isla performs at the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christis Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off on Sept. 15 in the UC Anchor Ballroom.

ICA celebrates HHM in person

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
September 22, 2021
#9 Kyndal Payne and #8 Rachel Young jumped up to block a hit from Tarleton on Saturday Sept. 18.

Islanders went out with confidence despite loss

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
September 20, 2021
The Islanders practice their volleyball drills while preparing for their upcoming matches.

Islanders look forward to home tournament

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
September 18, 2021
Tom Murphy begins the event by reading the first poem to all the students, faculty and staff attending.

I-TEAM remembers 9/11 with poetry readings

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
September 16, 2021
Olivia Robinson presenting a poster on the early life history lab.

Islander Green Team celebrates Earth Day on campus

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
May 5, 2021
Ryutaro Young, Patricia Malamamlama Cockett, Leticia Bajuyo and Newman Wong speaking on the panel.

AAPI Committee and SEAS present a forum on Anti-Asian Racism

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 26, 2021
Members of Gamma Phi Beta on their Gamma Phi Wednesday

Greek Week Continues at TAMU-CC despite the coronavirus

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 15, 2021
Islander Rec will continue to host their summer camp for kids

Islander Rec will continue to host their summer camp for kids

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 15, 2021
Miramar staff presenting their housing presentation for Island Day

TAMU-CC gains ownership of Islander Housing properties

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 15, 2021
TAMU-CC softball team gathering for a quick meeting.

Islanders Softball team takes on two back-to-back wins against Tarleton

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
April 10, 2021
The Spring Broke event menu included a range of dishes.

Islander Dining Hall hosts their Spring Broke Staycation

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 28, 2021
TAMU-CC and DMC collaborated to share a $650K grant

TAMU-CC and DMC collaborated to share a $650K grant

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 27, 2021
CABs Treasure of an Islander map

Will you play CAB’s Treasure of an Islander?

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 14, 2021
BSU active members at the Open Mic Night that was held at the Performing Arts Center.

BSU plans to create their own version of “Hot Ones” on campus

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 3, 2021
Islanders take two losses in the Kleberg Classic

Islanders take two losses in the Kleberg Classic

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 2, 2021
The Lighting of the I was one of many Homecoming traditions that continued after the winter storm

Islander 2021 Homecoming traditions continue in spite of winter storm

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
March 2, 2021
A lecture hall with a plexiglass screen is sanitized

TAMU-CC custodial staff speaks about coronavirus cleanliness

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 26, 2021
Corpus Christi faced extremely low temperatures and loss of power over the course of the storm.

Some people still recovering from Texas winter storm

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 26, 2021
Can you find the hidden Shakas on campus?

Can you find the hidden Shakas on campus?

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 25, 2021
The trip leaders at a previous event explaining how to surf correctly.

Rec Sports hosts Outdoor Adventures Excursions for the Spring semester

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 10, 2021
CAB member Rosemary Esquivel calls out the bingo numbers for the event.

CAB virtually hosts their annual grocery bingo

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 10, 2021
The womens basketball team tests for the coronavirus three times a week.

Women’s basketball faces cancellations due to the coronavirus

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 9, 2021
Renita Newton was one of the many members of the panel discussion on Feb. 3

Minority mental health addressed in I-CARE live panel

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 8, 2021

TAMU-CC’s deans change command

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
February 3, 2021
Students were able to play a multitude of games, competing against one another for prizes.

UCP brings the magic at “Harry Potter” themed trivia night

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 24, 2020
Students being served their Thanksgiving food.

UCP hosts their annual Friendsgiving for Islanders

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 24, 2020
Beginning of the game night

CAB trivia night

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 24, 2020
A student petting an iguana at the Islander Wind Jam.

TAMU-CC Organizations hosted in-person Islander Wind Jam

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 9, 2020
Students were able to choose the pumpkin that they liked.

Rec Sports hosts Pumpkin Carving Contest

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
November 9, 2020
Sex Ed Loteria playing card that Islander Feminist created.

Islander Feminists presents their third annual Sex Ed Loteria

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020
Knives out on the projector screen.

CAB presents their Drive-In movie Knives Out

Gabriella Ruiz, Sports Editor
October 27, 2020
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