Services for Students

 

Academic Advising

Academic advising is an interactive partnership between a student and an academic advisor. Through teaching and learning experiences, the student sets goals, acquires information and services to make decisions consistent with interests, goals, abilities and degree requirements.

Academic advising at Texas A&M University is an important component of student learning and degree completion, contributing to the academic success of all students through:

  • Supporting student achievement of the University Learning Outcomes and commitment to lifelong learning
  • Being responsible to and respectful of the individual student
  • Encouraging commitment to lifelong learning by directing students toward opportunities to interpret, reflect upon, and apply their classroom experiences in ways relevant to their careers and their lives
  • Interpreting and conveying Texas A&M University’s mission to students
  • Supporting the educational policies, procedures and values of the department, college and university; likewise, academic advising relies on the support and resources of the university, college and department
  • Involving other university programs, services and individuals, when appropriate in the advising process
  • Being responsible for professional academic advising, training, development and practices to ensure knowledge and skills stay relevant.

Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center (http://asc.tamu.edu) helps all Aggies achieve their academic goals and fulfill their academic potential. We provide exceptional quality academic support services and resources in a welcoming environment, including:

  • Academic coaching, personalized to help you find your success, available in person or online
  • Courses and workshops on study strategies, time management, motivation, and related topics
  • Supplemental Instruction (SI), available in some courses, to be announced by the instructor
  • Tutoring online and in-person across campus, including locations at Evans Library, Zachry Education Complex, and some residence halls
  • Texas Success Initiative (TSI) to support students working to fulfill state requirements
  • StudyHub to help you find academic help on the College Station, Galveston, and McAllen campuses

Also check out the Academic Success Center study and learning handouts and YouTube channel and keep up with our events by following us on Instagram or Facebook.  Undergraduate Studies’ units have modified services available to students enrolled via distance education, at branch campuses, or at other instructional locations.

The Association of Former Students

www.AggieNetwork.com

For more than140 years, The Association of Former Students has supported programs, provided resources and cultivated experiences for Texas A&M University and Texas Aggies. The Association strives to be the premier alumni association and is the oldest organization serving Texas A&M in support of the ever-growing Aggie Network. Part of our mission is promoting the welfare of Texas A&M and serving the student body. 

In 2022, The Association’s projected impact on Texas A&M was $14.2 million, including $5.8 million in cash support for academic programs and scholarships, student activities and faculty, staff and student recognition. Another $8.4 million funded program and support services to Texas A&M.

Current student opportunities include:
Aggie Ring Day – Three times a year, thousands of Aggies, family and friends gather at the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center to celebrate achieving an academic milestone by receiving their Aggie Rings. 
Howdy Socials – Start building your Aggie Network right away during your New Student Conference by cooling off with some ice cream and trying on an Aggie Ring with your Class year on it. Meet student leaders and classmates, win Aggie swag and get your first official photo as an Aggie with the 3-ton Haynes Ring Replica. tx.ag/HowdySocial 
Howdy Week GatheRing – Join classmates at the Williams Alumni Center for free food and take part in the first official on-campus yell practice of the fall semester, with the Texas A&M yell leaders! tx.ag/GatheRing  
All-Aggie Grad Party – When you graduate, bring your family and friends to the Williams Alumni Center for a celebration! Get a souvenir photo made on the spot, join the Century Club and enjoy snacks and refreshments with fellow grads. tx.ag/GradParty
Aggie Network Student Ambassadors – A cohort of student leaders dedicated to selflessly serving The Association and Texas A&M through fellowship and networking with fellow members of the Aggie Network, as well as building, perpetuating and sharing the Aggie Spirit. tx.ag/StudentAmbassadors
Student employment – Explore a wide variety of student positions available at The Association of Former Students. tx.ag/AssociationJobs 
Aggie Park – Play games, study, listen to live music, catch a fish or just relax on this 20-acre space which was funded through private donations raised by The Association. tx.ag/AggiePark    

Another pillar of The Association’s mission is to strengthen the bonds that connect Aggies with each other and the university. Through generous gifts, The Association cultivates experiences for the Aggie Network by providing resources and supporting programs like Aggie Muster, A&M Clubs, Class activities, Constituent Networks, Traveling Aggies, Young Alumni, Reunions, Distinguished Alumni Gala, Find An Aggie, Aggie Network News and Texas Aggie magazine. 

Career Center

The Texas A&M University Career Center provides comprehensive services, programs, and resources to undergraduate, graduate and former students to support you in exploring career opportunities, preparing for the job search, gaining relevant experience, developing professionally, seeking admission to graduate and professional school, and securing professional employment upon graduation. Our goal is to assist you every step of the way, from admission through graduation, and after, as a Former Student. We offer a variety of programs, services and resources:

  • Career and Major Exploration, Assessment, and Planning
  • Introduction to Career Readiness Goals 
  • Job Search, Resume Writing, and Interview Preparation Tools
  • Professional Networking Resources and Events
  • Campus Recruiting for Aggies seeking Full-Time Positions, Internships, Externships, and Cooperative Education 
  • Assistance with Professional and Graduate School Applications and Interviews
  • Presentations to Classes and Student Organizations, Workshops and Panel Discussions, Career Fairs, and Webinars
  • Employer, Professional School and Graduate School Contacts
  • Individual Appointments, Drop-in Advising, Open Office Hours, Mock Interviews

One of the largest centralized Career Centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Career Center has been recognized nationally and regionally for our many Best Practices. The Career Center can be found online at careercenter.tamu.edu and is located in the Koldus Building, Suite 209, with additional satellite offices located in Zachry, Wehner, Kleberg, Eller, Nagle, and the Texas A&M Higher Education Center in McAllen.

Counseling and Psychological Services

http://caps.tamu.edu

In support of the mission of Texas A&M and the Division of Student Affairs, Counseling and Psychological Services contributes to student learning and development.  We provide exceptional services and programming focused on student mental health.  Counseling and Psychological Services exists to advance student development and academic success by providing short-term goal-oriented personalized mental health care to Aggies. We, at Counseling and Psychological Services, are committed to respecting and celebrating the diverse students at Texas A&M University.  We commit to enriching student development and growth through compassion, empowerment, advocacy and empathy.

Below is a brief list of our services:

  • Confidential Services
  • Prevention and Education
    • Suicide Prevention Training
    • Educational outreach/programming
  • Short-term Counseling
    • Assessment is the first step
    • Workshops and Group counseling
    • Individual and Couples counseling
    • Assessments and recommendations for Addiction/Substance use-related concerns
    • ADHD/Learning Disability Screening
    • Assessments and recommendations for eating-related concerns
    • Psychiatric services in conjunction with counseling
  • Assistance with Community Referrals for longer-term mental health needs
  • Crisis Intervention
    • Crisis intervention available anytime during business hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
    • HelpLine is open after-hours, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m., during the week, and 24 hours on the weekends when classes are in session. It is a confidential telephone hotline staffed by Aggies to provide: information, support, crisis intervention, and referrals
  • Consultations for TAMU faculty/staff and families to help support students' mental health needs
  • MySSP@TAMU - https://caps.tamu.edu/myssp/
  •  Please go to our website for further information (https://caps.tamu.edu).

Disability Resources

http://disability.tamu.edu

  • Collaborates with faculty, staff and students to achieve access for students with disabilities.
  • Interacts with students to determine reasonable accommodations to remove barriers.
  • Facilitates accommodations including (but not limited to): exam accommodations, sign language interpreting and transcription, assistive technology, and classroom accommodations.
  • Consults with all campus entities on providing access for disabled students.

LGBTQ+ Pride Center

https://studentlife.tamu.edu/lgbtq/

  • Programs include:
    • Open House: At the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters, the Pride Center staff hosts an open house. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to visit the center's space, learn about center programs, hear about resources, enjoy snacks, and hangout with friends! 
    • Mentorship Program:  The purpose of the Pride Center's Mentorship Program is to offer support and guidance to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning students at Texas A&M.  Students are matched with a mentor based on academic and professional interests as well as personal interests and will meet with their mentor approximately once a month.
    • The Coming Out Monologues: The Coming Out Monologues is an annual story-telling performance made up of current and former students, faculty, staff, and community members who identify as LGBTQ+ or allies of the community.
    • Lavender Graduation Celebration: The Lavender Graduation Celebration serves as a cultural celebration that recognizes and affirms LGBTQ+ students and their allies while acknowledging their achievements and contributions to the university. 
  • Resource Library (Books, Periodicals, Brochures, and Films)

George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

https://www.bush41.org

The George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum at Texas A&M University is dedicated to preserving and making available the records and artifacts of George H.W. Bush, 41st President of the United States.  We promote civic literacy and increased historical understanding of our national experience, and foster a community of public service and volunteerism.  We accomplish this mission by offering:

  • Rich Educational and Public Programs
  • Original Museum Exhibits
  • Access to our Archival Holdings
  • Research Opportunities
  • Special Events
  • Unique Volunteer and Internship Positions
  • Foundation Memberships

The George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum can be found online at https://www.bush41.org and is located at 1000 George Bush Drive West, College Station, Texas 77845.  For additional information on the resources the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum have to offer please call (979) 691-4000 for all Museum inquiries or (979) 862-2251 for all Foundation or Membership inquiries.

Health Promotion

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/hp

Health Promotion empowers all Aggies to embrace a culture of holistic well-being that fosters their academic, personal, and professional success. 

  • Provides educational health information and consultation
    • Alcohol and other drugs, nutrition, interpersonal violence prevention, reproductive health, sexual health, stress management, etc.
  • Presentations available upon request
  • Offers GreenDot Bystander Intervention Training
  • Offers Stand UP Training on trauma informed care
  • Offers Thriving with Resilience Workshop
  • Peer health educator training and outreach
  • Resource tables and interactive programming available for student events

To request a presentation on any of these topics, visit Health Promotion at https://studentlife.tamu.edu/hp/presentations/

For presentations on Green Dot Bystander Intervention Program visit http://greendot.tamu.edu.

For presentations on Stand UP visit https://studentlife.tamu.edu/standup/.

For more information on Texas A&M’s Step In Stand UP Campaign visit http://stepinstandup.tamu.edu.

International Student and Scholar Services

http://iss.tamu.edu

International Student and Scholar Services provides the following support services to international students (defined as students who are not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents):

  • Pre-arrival information
  • Certificates of Eligibility (Forms I-20 and DS-2019)
  • New Student Check-in and Resources
  • Represent the University with the Department of Homeland Security, including the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), and the Department of State
  • Assist students with federal immigration regulation compliance
  • Advising
  • Liaison for students, university, and community
  • International student employment information
  • Workshops
  • Assistance with international student scholarships and loans
  • Coordinate with the Texas A&M University System Student Health Insurance Plan provider and students
  • Community involvement activities
  • Acts as a liaison between the University, sponsors, and sponsored students

Math Learning Center

The Math Learning Center (mlc.tamu.edu) fosters the academic success of all Aggies by supporting the high-enrollment courses with significant mathematics, statistics, and quantitative reasoning content. Our high quality services, offered virtually and in-person, include: 

  • Drop-in peer-led tutoring Help Sessions in multiple locations on campus.
  • Active-learning sessions for high enrollment courses.
  • Workshops on a variety of topics taught throughout each semester.
  • Week-in-Review sessions for large enrollment courses led by course instructors.
  • Virtual Math Learning Center (vmlc.tamu.edu) for self-paced study through handouts, guided practice problems, and video library.

Undergraduate Studies’ units have modified services available to students enrolled via distance education, at branch campuses, or at other instructional locations.

Memorial Student Center (MSC)

http://msc.tamu.edu/

  • The Memorial Student Center provides the local and campus community with academic, entertainment, arts, political and cultural awareness programs through experiential learning opportunities. The MSC’s student-driven committees, supported by full-time staff, foster leadership development and excellence through campus programming designed to enhance and enrich the Aggie experience. Volunteer in nature, our programming and service opportunities provide next level professional, personal and practical experiences in budgeting, communication, fund development, team development, program planning and logistics, meeting facilitation, public speaking, and technical skills such as running sound for a concert or installing an art exhibit. The MSC also offers cash-handling services through the MSC Box Office to help in collecting student organization dues. The MSC Box Office can also ticket for campus and community events and programs.
  • Our programs represent a wide variety of interests including student-curated art exhibitions in the MSC Reynolds Gallery, weekly concerts, service events and free film screenings. Dedicated to developing engaged and empowered global citizens, our programs attract world-renowned speakers to discuss current events, national affairs, and other relevant topics of today.
  • Each semester, the MSC hosts several Signature Events focused on creating a transformational learning experience for all in attendance to the annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast and MSC Open House, MSC Student Conference On National Affairs, MSC Student Conference On Latinx Affairs, MSC Spencer Leadership Conference and Kyle Field Day.

Military Education Benefits (Scholarships & Financial Aid)

https://aggie.tamu.edu

  • The Aggie One Stop and Scholarships & Financial Aid assist eligible students and their dependents in securing federal and state veteran/military education benefits and other funding including scholarships and financial aid.

Department of Multicultural Services

http://dms.tamu.edu

The Department of Multicultural Services (DMS) contributes to campus aspirations to create an environment where all are welcomed, valued, and affirmed through active, intentional, and ongoing student engagement and development.  The department has a mission to provide multiple developmental experiences for underrepresented and underserved racial and ethnic populations and foster social, cultural, and global competence to prepare students for an increasingly global world,  DMS provides social, cultural, and personal engagement and development, as well as opportunities for students to learn, communicate, and work collaboratively with others and successfully transition into workplaces after graduation. 

Located in the Memorial Student Center (MSC), DMS works with several student-led organizations and programs which assist students with their transition and belonging at Texas A&M and their abilities to respectfully interact with all people. The department strives to maintain a welcoming and thriving environment for all students. 

Ombuds Services

The Office of the Vice Provost for Student Services provides Undergraduate Ombuds services to assist students, faculty, staff, and administrators with resolving academic conflicts on an informal and confidential basis. The Ombuds is equally open and accessible to all parties—students, faculty, staff, and administrators—in disputes that may arise when there are differing expectations or conflicting policies regarding academic issues.  For more information, see http://us.tamu.edu/Students/Undergraduate-Ombuds.

What does the Ombuds do?

  • Assists members of the university community in solving problems and conflicts
  • Investigates claims of unfair treatment or erroneous procedure
  • Serves as a neutral listener, resource, advisor, intermediary, and mediator
  • Considers all sides of a question impartially and objectively
  • Explains established policies and procedures of Texas A&M University
  • Develops options for addressing students' concerns and helps craft a solution
  • Facilitates communication between students and others involved in an issue

When would an undergraduate student need an Ombuds?

  • There is an issue or a concern that cannot be resolved by the parties involved, or that one or all parties would prefer not to address through formal channels.
  • There is a matter that is preferred for handling as “off the record,” or a need for an informal consultation.
  • There is a problem and one or more parties are unsure of whom to speak with or what options are available to address it.
  • One or more parties feel that a university policy, procedure, or regulation has been applied unfairly, or is itself unfair or ambiguous.
  • There is a problem that requires an outside party to negotiate a solution or facilitate your communication with others.

What kinds of concerns could be brought to the Ombuds?

The Ombuds can assist with any concern, but some of the issues brought to the office typically involve the following:
  • Academics (grading disputes, testing, procedures, instructor/ student misunderstandings)
  • Conflicts between undergraduate advisors and their students
  • Disagreements/ misunderstandings with university policy
  • Questions about discrimination
  • Cultural conflicts
  • Reporting unethical behavior
Undergraduate Studies’ units have modified services available to students enrolled via distance education, at branch campuses, or at other instructional locations.

Professional School Advising

http://opsa.tamu.edu

  • Preprofessional advising for Medical, Veterinary, Dental, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy and Nursing careers.
  • PreLaw Advising Services
  • Preprofessional Student Organizations

Recreational Sports

http://recsports.tamu.edu

  • All currently enrolled Texas A&M students (with some exceptions) are automatically Rec members. All you need is your student ID to utilize the Student Recreation Center, Polo Road Rec Center, Southside Rec Center, Penberthy Rec Sports Complex, and other Rec Sports facilities. Guest passes for visitors are available for purchase. Persons with disabilities are invited to contact Member Services to inquire about accommodations. We encourage individuals to download the Rec Sports app from the Apple App Store and Google Play.
  • The Student Recreation Center is Texas A&M Rec Sports’ flagship facility. With more than 500,000 square feet of recreation space, the facility offers a variety of areas including an extensive strength and conditioning room, indoor walking/jogging track, handball/racquetball courts, and indoor courts for soccer, basketball, volleyball, and badminton. It also offers an indoor rock climbing facility, bouldering wall, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts, dance/activity rooms, free day-use lockers, locker rooms, and a world-class natatorium featuring a dive pool, lap pool, instructional pool, and the Cain outdoor pool. Facilities may be used on a drop-in basis except when reserved for classes or university functions.
  • The Southside Rec Center, located on Bizzell Street adjacent to the Texas A&M Golf Club and across from the Southside Residence Halls, is approximately 60,000 square feet of indoor recreational space with an additional 15,000 square feet of outdoor space.  It features strength and conditioning areas, fitness room, multi-purpose courts, a bouldering wall, outdoor sand volleyball courts, a large outdoor turf area, free day-use lockers, and locker rooms.  The Polo Road Rec Center, located on Polo Road near University Drive, is approximately 28,000 square feet with a large strength and conditioning space that includes an indoor turf area, a multipurpose room for group fitness classes, free day-use lockers, and locker rooms.
  • The Penberthy Rec Sports Complex, located on both sides of George Bush Drive, features artificial turf playing fields, natural grass fields, softball fields, a covered pavilion, and equipment checkout.
  • Rec Sports also offers aquatics classes, group exercise and specialty classes, boot camps, personal and small group training, intramural sports, sport clubs, and outdoor adventures.

Department of Residence Life

http://reslife.tamu.edu/

  • Responsible for the operation of on-campus residence halls and University Apartments (White Creek and Gardens Apartments).  Summer occupancy of on-campus residence halls is open to undergraduate and graduate students.
  • University Apartment units (http://reslife.tamu.edu/apartments) are available for graduate students, single-parent families, veterans, international students, married students or single undergraduate students without children who are sophomores, juniors, seniors or non-traditional freshmen (The Gardens).

Student Activities

http://studentactivities.tamu.edu/

The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning, and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations.  At Texas A&M, we care about helping Aggies develop in ways, both in and out of the classroom, that will prepare them for life beyond Aggieland.  In doing so, Student Activities offers opportunities to lead, serve, participate in campus traditions, represent student voice, and make an impact at Texas A&M.  The perks of getting involved on campus range from reaching your leadership potential, to networking with administrators and potential employers, to forming lasting friendships.  

Student Assistance Services

http://sas.tamu.edu

  • Referrals/Resource Connections such as:
    • Personal
    • Academic
    • Community
  • Liaison with foster care alumni
  • Student absence notification
  • Assistance in coordinating family needs in the event of an emergency
  • Transition issues
  • General consultation:
    • University rules
    • Process
    • Faculty concerns

Student Conduct Office

https://studentconduct.tamu.edu

The Student Conduct Office encourages the development and well-being of all students. This is accomplished by promoting reflection, fostering accountability, and educating students and campus partners on individual rights and responsibilities within the university community.

The Student Conduct Office offers educational presentations and workshops, including the Ethics and Decision Making Workshop and hazing prevention and education programs, in addition to responding to cases of alleged student rule violations and referring students to appropriate resources.

The staff in the Student Conduct Office are available for consultation on conflict resolution and student behavioral concerns. Staff are also available for presentations upon request.

Student Health Services

(Accredited by Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care)

shs.tamu.edu

Patient Services/General Questions: (979) 458-8310

Appointments: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Telemedicine appointments available until 7 p.m. on weekdays)

Clinics:
  • Medical Clinics
  • Specialty Clinics

Ancillary:

  • Medical Laboratory
  • Pharmacy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Radiology Services
  • Registered Dietitian

Additional Services:

Student Legal Services

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/sls

  • Notary Public
  • Legal advice and counseling for Texas A&M students

Student Life

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/

  • Student Life strives to enhance your opportunities as a student to participate fully in the University experience.  We do this by providing students with information, services, programs, and involvement opportunities that facilitate responsible life choices and promote awareness of themselves and their community.  Each of the program areas within Student Life has a specific mission, but one common goal:  to provide education, outreach, and support to you.

  • Specific services and programs offered include:

    • Graduate and Professional Student Government
    • Health Promotion (Alcohol and other Drugs, Interpersonal Violence Prevention, and Wellness)
    • LGBTQ+Pride Center
    • New Student and Family Programs
    • Off Campus Student Services
    • Student Assistance Services
    • Student Legal Services
    • Student Media (The Battalion and Aggieland yearbook)
    • Women’s Support Services

Student Media

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/studentmedia

  • Student Media produces national, award-winning publications; The Battalion, the Aggieland yearbook and the Maroon Life magazine. All three are written, edited and produced by students and offer excellent opportunities to gain valuable experience for journalistic and related careers.
  • The Battalion, Texas A&M's student newspaper since 1893, typically is printed weekly on Thursdays during the fall and spring and every other week during the summer sessions. Around finals and holidays, the delivery days may be changed. It is distributed to students, faculty and staff on campus and at many apartments and other high traffic areas in College Station. The Battalion is also available online and on mobile devices at thebatt.com.
  • The Aggieland, which dates back to 1895, is distributed in the fall but is a year-round project documenting school activities. It is one of the nation’s largest college yearbooks.
  • Maroon Life is published five times during the school year with New Students' Guide to Aggieland (distributed at New Student Conferences), Fall Sports Preview, Best of Aggieland (winter distribution), Spring Sports Preview and Housing Guide (Family Weekend) editions.

Technology Resources

http://IT.tamu.edu

Transportation Services

Transit

The university operates an on- and off-campus transit system that can be used by anyone on campus, fare-free. The off-campus transit system serves most of the major apartment complexes and housing areas in College Station, as well as the Blinn College Campus and RELLIS Campus.

All transit services are included in student registration fees and do not require a bus pass, however, passengers are required to present their Texas A&M, Blinn, or Brazos Transit District (BTD) ID when boarding at off-campus stops. Members of the general public possessing a Brazos Transit District ID may ride both on- and off-campus bus routes. In addition, students may ride The District buses fare-free by showing their IDs upon entering the bus. For BTD bus route information, visit http://btd.org.

For updates about transit routes, subscribe to the RSS feed at http://transport.tamu.edu/parking/faqpermit.aspx or follow @aggiespiritbus on Twitter. For transit information, including maps and leave times, visit https://m.tamu.edu.

Parking

Those who choose to bring a vehicle to campus are required to purchase a parking assignment (virtual permit) or pay-by-the-hour to park in designated visitor areas. (Download the Parkmobile app, available on the AppStore, Google Play, or Windows Store, or those without a smartphone may use the mobile web app at https://parkmobile.io/.)  See also Optional Campus Services

Parking is at a premium on Texas A&M’s campus; MOST customers are not assigned their first choice for parking. Often the available parking may not be immediately adjacent to your building or facility. Students may register for parking at https://transport.tamu.edu/parking/faqpermit.aspx or sign up for the wait lists at http://transport.tamu.edu/account. To get the best parking available, register online by the July 7 priority deadline.

For updates about parking, traffic, and construction, subscribe to the RSS feeds at https://transport.tamu.edu/about/rss.aspx or follow @aggieparking on Twitter or @TAMUTransportation on Facebook and Instagram.

For more information about parking or to view Parking Rules and Regulations, visit http://transport.tamu.edu/parkingreg

Bicycles 

Bicycles are a great way to get to, from, and around campus. Bike services include the bike share program, bike lease program, borrow-a-bike, bike registration, summer bike storage, and maintenance stations. 

For more information visit http://transport.tamu.edu/bicycles.

Alternatives

Don’t have a car? There are plenty of alternatives, including carshare, rideshare, and break/weekend shuttles to major Texas cities. For more alternative transportation options, visit http://transport.tamu.edu/alternative

University Center and Special Events (UCEN)

http://ucenter.tamu.edu/

  • University Center and Special Events features a variety of special event and meeting spaces, as well as theatrical production spaces. Our venues are ideal for student, academic, administrative, corporate, social, non-profit and arts-related events. Our spaces include: the Memorial Student Center, Rudder Theatre Complex, J. Earl Rudder Tower, Koldus Building, All Faiths Chapel, and designated outdoor spaces including Aggie Park. We also provide services in any approved facility of your choosing.
  • When it comes to planning events on campus, visit the University Center and Special Events office on the 2nd floor of Rudder Tower. Our staff can assist you with reservations in any of the UCEN facilities as well as help in all aspects of planning meetings, socials or conferences. The highly skilled staff arranges event set ups; provides and operates audio/visual equipment, electricity, lighting and event staging; and assists with many of the other support details that are essential to a successful event.

University Libraries

http://library.tamu.edu

University Police

http://upd.tamu.edu

  • Law Enforcement and Criminal Investigations
  • Crime Prevention Programs

University Writing Center

The University Writing Center (http://writingcenter.tamu.edu) supports Aggies working on writing and public speaking. Our consultants give advice and feedback on any writing or public speaking project. We offer the following resources: 

  • Online writing and speaking guides – resources include print, audio, and video help for writers and public speakers. Also check for writing and speaking advice on our YouTube channel
  • In-person and online consultations on writing and public speaking – Make an appointment for feedback on writing (anythingincluding papers, lab reports, memos, short stories, articles), speeches (for example, a script, presentation slides, or a video of you delivering a speech), posters, videos, and multi-modal communication. Come in person, send in work online, or meet in a web conference. You can also schedule appointments for group writing projects. 
  • Workshops and studios  on writing and public speaking – Available for classes or organizations, workshops present information and engage participants in practice; studios combine instruction with an extended opportunity to write and seek advice from a consultant.

Undergraduate Studies’ units have modified services available to students enrolled via distance education, at branch campuses, or at other instructional locations.

Don & Ellie Knauss Veteran Resource and Support Center

http://aggieveterans.tamu.edu

  • The Veteran Resource and Support Center (VRSC) offers resources, services and a dedicated space for military-affiliated students at Texas A&M. Our center features a lounge and kitchen, study spaces w/ innovative technology, and open access labs.
  • Veteran Aggie Leaders for Outreach, Resources and Research (VALOR2) – Trained student veteran peer leaders facilitate feedback from student veterans while connecting them with campus and community resources for successful transitions. https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/valor/
  • Aggie Veteran Network – A private LinkedIn group that globally connects military-affiliated students (veterans, active duty, reserve/National Guard and dependents) with fellow Aggie veterans, resources and professional contacts. https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13846895/  
  • Office of Military Admissions – Military Admissions Liaisons are housed in the VRSC to assist prospective and current student veterans with the admission process, military withdrawals and readmission paperwork. https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/military-admissions/ 
  • VA On-Campus Partners
    • VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) – Connect with our campus VA VSOC Counselor for educational benefit and disability related inquiries and veteran readiness and employment program support. https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/vsoc/   
    • VITAL Coordinator – Connect with our Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership (VITAL) coordinator for VA health services and benefit related inquiries, mental health support and connections for counseling and health resources. https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/vital-2/
  • Academic and Student Life Support – Numerous programs and partnerships to connect students with academic assistance and student life resources to meet individual requirements.
  • Scholarships - Over 140 scholarship opportunities available to military-affiliated students. https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/scholarships/
  • Aggie Shields – Textbook lending library providing free textbook rental to veterans and other military affiliated students.  https://www.aggieshields.org/
  • Student Veterans of America at Texas A&M (SVA) – The official organization for student veterans. Hosts regular opportunities fore member development and engagement with fellow student and community veterans as part of the Aggie veteran community. https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/sva/

Women’s Support Services

http://studentlife.tamu.edu/wrc

  • Programs include:
    • First Thursday: Held on the first Thursday of the month during the fall and spring semesters, First Thursday connects students with professionals through informational panels which cover a variety of topics relevant to students.
  • Online Resources for Pregnant and Parenting Students
    • Student Rights and Campus Resources: A list of frequently asked questions regarding the rights of pregnant and parenting students and some of the on-campus resources available to students.
    • Breastfeeding Welcomed Here: A list of private, accessible spaces for nursing mothers to express their milk on campus.  Locations can be found on the WRC website or the Aggie Map.
    • The Little Aggie: A resource guide for Aggie parents with information about local activities for children, information about local medical providers, and suggested questions for childcare providers.
    • Off-Campus Resources: A list of local, state, and national resources available to pregnant and parenting students covering a variety of issues from maternal health, to breastfeeding, to childcare.
  • Onsite lactation suite for mothers to express their milk