Texas A&M International University serves as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant and bicultural community. Here you can catch a rock 'n' roll laser show or take the kiddos to see a cartoon feature at the Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium; cheer for Heartland Conference winning teams; hear a lecture from world class speakers; take in art at the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Gallery and the Helen Richter Watson Gallery; listen to concerts and recitals by virtuoso musicians performing solos, duets or with the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra; support the arts at a dance recital, play or musical; give of yourself in the many charity functions TAMIU hosts; and of course, attend class.