the center seek to find innovative solutions for the global citrus industry while developing variations in citrus (such as the 'Ruby Red', 'Star Ruby', and 'Rio Red' grapefruit varieties) through cutting-edge scientific techniques.
Poteet Hall houses the Santa Gertrudis Independent School District's comprehensive high school, Santa Gertrudis Academy High School.
== Student life ==
=== Residential life ===
The majority of undergraduate students at Texas A&M–Kingsville live on campus in one of several major dormitory buildings. Martin Hall, Lynch Hall, Lucio Hall (Formerly University Village), and Mesquite Village West house approximately 2,300 students in a shared or private dormitory environment. In addition to traditional male and female dorms, Texas A&M University–Kingsville provides many apartment style residence halls and suites that house approximately 1,200 students. Many of the residence halls on campus provide distinct "Living Learning Communities" for students. This optional housing arrangement helps …
