Engineering student on Forbes 30 under 30
Forbes 30 under 30 is no small feat!
From designing over 100 prototypes to launching a sold-out debut club, Katie is using engineering to change the game for women in golf.
Forbes 30 under 30 is no small feat!
From designing over 100 prototypes to launching a sold-out debut club, Katie is using engineering to change the game for women in golf.
The world really does revolve around Aggies
Whether it's their final year or semester at Texas A&M, @tamucareercenter is here to provide them with support for any of their post-graduation needs.
Meet Madi Moore ‘26, a Summer PPIP Intern with the National Farmers Union!
This video covers everything you need to know before move-in day, from what to pack (and what to leave behind) to setting roommate boundaries, managing finances, and staying connected with family. We’ll also share tips on avoiding common mistakes, handling homesickness, and shopping smart in Aggieland.
The 2026 College National Finals Rodeo was a huge success!
The Texas A&M women's rodeo team won the 2026 CNFR Women’s Team Championship and was joined on the podium by Tarleton State’s women, who finished third. The Tarleton State men’s team also placed third.
We’re proud to share the College of Arts and Sciences graduate programs were recognized among the nation’s best in the latest @usnews Best Graduate Schools rankings.
How can student voice strengthen mental health in schools?
Dr. Adam Alvarez of @tamutlac explores how student-centered approaches can help schools move beyond simply responding to trauma and toward creating environments where students are active partners in their healing and growth.
SST Blog #4:
As of the last update, the TS STATE OF MAINE had completed anchor training and was headed for a port call in Charleston, South Carolina. We were expecting some increased seas in a few days, but nothing like what we encountered.
Thank you to the Texas A&M Arts & Sciences team for the original post highlighting the importance of hands-on learning. Through Oceanographic Field & Laboratory Methods, students have the opportunity to move beyond the classroom and into the field, conducting offshore operations near Galveston, collecting water samples, participating in research cruise activities, and developing the practical skills needed for careers in ocean science.
At Mays Business School, bigger than business means leading with integrity, advancing ideas that serve others, and creating impact that reaches further than ourselves. We’re not just shaping careers. We’re shaping a world that needs what we stand for: in classrooms, in boardrooms, in communities — together as a force for good.
We’re bringing the Aggie Spirit to Washington, D.C.’s 4th of July festivities!
Having leadership and selfless service combined means you’re serving the people who entrust you to lead.”
For Daniel Sirias ’24, those Aggie Core Values guide his work at the Pentagon, where he helps shape AI, cybersecurity, and data strategy for the @usspaceforce.
As one of the first graduates of Mays Business School’s online MS MIS program, Sirias credits his @tamu experience with strengthening the leadership mindset that continues to drive his career.
In 2019, PPRI conducted a statewide needs assessment to better understand and support Texas veterans and their families.
Led by Texas A&M University nautical archaeologist Piotr Bojakowski, in collaboration with the U.S. Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), a team of researchers traveled to Denmark in July 2025 to identify and document the remains of a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress that crashed into the Baltic Sea eight decades ago during World War II combat.
After more than 50 years, Michael '67 finally received his Aggie Ring and graduated from Texas A&M University. Michael’s story is one that well illustrates the undying love Aggies have for A&M and the lifelong bonds that Aggies share with one another.
Watch our TAMU in international exchange students visit@RodeoHouston a true Texan experience!
The Texas A&M University System has received the highest possible credit ratings from the nation’s three major credit rating agencies: Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Moody's Ratings.
These top marks place the A&M System among an elite group of four universities and university systems nationwide with the highest ratings from all three major agencies.
New research from the Zarin Lab at TAMU Biology is pushing neuroscience beyond the connectome. The team explores how neural circuits function, adapt and recover, revealing that understanding the brain requires more than mapping its wiring alone.
Howdy, 2000s Aggies! Time to turn back the clock to Y2K to look for some familiar faces!
The possibilities are endless at the Rec
Aggies take on Anaheim!
Over the past two weeks, Texas A&M’s Livestock Judging Team welcomed over 300 students to their annual judging camp!
Driving purpose and impact.
The MAGNETOM Cima.X isn’t just a breakthrough in imaging—it is a testament to what happens when engineering precision meets clinical need.
See why we’re making history.
Texas A&M Law School remains #22 in the U.S. News & World Report rankings.
What a meaningful Aggie Muster we shared last night. Thank you to our speaker, Dion C. McInnis ’03, and to our incredible partners, donors, and sponsors for supporting this honored Texas A&M tradition.
At Texas A&M University Galveston Campus, students are trading the classroom for the dig site, carefully unearthing artifacts at La Maison Rouge, the spot long associated with Galveston's own pirate, Jean Lafitte.
Big news for Texas A&M ECEN undergrads!
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded our department a new REU Site grant: WAVE SURF (Workforce Advancement in Verification and Emulation of Semiconductor Chips).
The Department of History proudly hosted its first cording ceremony for the Legal History Certificate in December 2025, recognizing students who completed the program. The Legal History Certificate Program, which began in 2022, is designed to prepare students who have an interest in a legal career for life after graduation, equipping them with historical knowledge and analytical skills that serve as a strong foundation for legal education.
From Aggieland to Capitol Hill.
Students in our Haynes Teacher Corps stepped out of the classroom and traveled to Washington, D.C. They toured the U.S. Capitol and other landmarks, met with Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas, observed the legislative process in action and explored how policy, advocacy and public service intersect with their future roles as educators.
Sustainably Speaking: A Voice for The Planet
Undefeated team. Undefeated tailgates.
So... you just graduated!
The Texas A&M University Public Policy Research Institute is honored to have our Director, Dr. Dottie Carmichael, recognized in the @bushschool Former Student Spotlight. Her career reflects a commitment to rigorous research, public service, and meaningful policy impact.
One of the world’s largest cataloged science fiction and fantasy collections is housed at Cushing Memorial Library & Archives.
After more than two decades of shaping classrooms, mentoring students, and advancing research, three long-serving faculty members are preparing to close a defining chapter of their careers at Texas A&M ECEN.
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The 2026–2027 Family Calendar & Resource Guide is here!
As energy demand surges alongside AI and data center growth, Texas A&M researchers are bringing experts together to tackle one of the state’s biggest challenges. ⚡
Still smiling from our Earth Day celebration with our Aggies. More memories coming soon
On the latest episode of “Student Perspectives,” host Kazzandra Romero ’28 explores the student-led work behind one of the first traditions an Aggie may participate in: Fish Camp!
Happy National Mascot Day to the mascots of The Texas A&M University System!
Today, we kicked off Dentistry's first event in honor of Texas A&M's 150th Celebration.
From our founding in 1905 as a pioneer in dental education in Texas, to our present as the state's premier training ground for elite clinicians, we honor those Aggies who came before us.
Taking in the sights at Kyle Field!
From ballerina to biologist, Enya Hoxha is bringing discipline, curiosity and determination into the lab.
Past and present leaders of the Marilyn Kent Byrne Student Success Center discuss the center's mission and evolution since its inception in 2007.
Watch as we show you around the Veterinary and Biomedical Education Complex. We will take a look at our VENI, VIDI, and VICI buildings highlighting different rooms and lab spaces.
More than a "college ring."
The Classes of '87, '88, '89 and '90 hosted a joint Mini-Reunion here in Aggieland!
The Texas A&M University System’s new VISION supercomputer is the most powerful university supercomputer in the United States, according to the June 2026 TOP500 list, which ranks VISION No. 66 among the world’s fastest computing systems.
Dr. Petrick and students recently embarked on a study abroad cruise, turning the world into their classroom! From exploring new cultures to experiencing tourism and hospitality firsthand, this adventure was one for the books
Jo Dee Messina’s song Heads Carolina, Tails California likely isn’t playing in the ears of Ben Keating ’94 when he’s speeding around tracks at 200 miles per hour, but racing the equivalent of that cross-country distance is nothing new to him. He’s also found success in the car business, now owning over 30 dealerships across Texas and employing over 3,500 people, many of whom are former students. Helping Aggies in both business and racing is par for the course for Keating.
Porter Garner ’79 announced Saturday that he will retire Dec. 31, 2026, after 27 years as President and CEO of The Association of Former Students. His retirement will cap a career spanning five decades and marked by visionary, transformational leadership and an enduring impact on Texas A&M and Texas Aggies.
Initially arriving at Texas A&M University to pursue a bachelor’s degree on the path to medical school, Samantha Hicks-Peña ultimately found her way to veterinary school.
Now, as one of the few in her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) class focusing on pathology, she is wrapping up a seven-year journey with plans to enter a career in research.
Dr. Erin Ray offers tips for owners on choosing the best flea and tick preventive method for their pets.
Bryton Praslicka ’19, Founder and CEO of FluxWorks, answers the question: How did mentors and courses at Texas A&M change your perspective on what you thought your future could be?
Young scientists put biology into practice this summer through immersive field research experiences at Aggie STEM Biology Camp. Working alongside faculty and student mentors, campers explored local ecosystems and discovered the diversity of life thriving on campus.
Congratulations to the incredible Aggie ACHIEVE Class of 2026 graduates!
Young Alumni Weekend 2026!
A weekend full of fun, serving with @bigeventtamu and watching @aggiebaseball!
We’re so happy to announce Chair Staff for Fish Camp 2026!!
Outstanding Alumna recipient Dr. Carol K. Clark is a trailblazer in equine internal medicine who has spent more than three decades transforming the care of horses through her pioneering work in emergency and critical care, scholarly contributions, and mentorship of generations of veterinarians.
HMGT is grateful to have welcomed faculty and students to the 2026 CCHTE Summer Symposium. It was an impactful few days of collaboration, research and connection across hospitality and tourism.
Traveling Aggies experienced the best of the American West on an unforgettable journey through South Dakota and Wyoming!
Rising fourth-year student Mackenzie “Kenzie” Bankes doesn't just study dentistry—she takes action.
From providing vital free dental care on local and international mission trips to leading multiple student organizations, Kenzie is answering a true call to service with honor, integrity, and respect.
We love our Aggie families to the moon and back!
The future will require enormous amounts of safe, reliable and affordable power.
The Texas A&M System is creating a place where innovators, researchers and industry can work together to develop the technologies that will help meet those challenges.
There is something truly special about our department that makes room not only for scholarship, teaching, and service, but also for family, laughter, and belonging. These gatherings are part of the culture we continue to build together: one rooted in care, connection, and Aggie spirit.
Home is where the heart is, and ours beats strongest at the College of Arts & Sciences in Aggieland.
Beautiful morning for some Aggie selfless service
Pull Out Day continues to be a defining Sophomore tradition at Texas A&M.
At our Sul Ross Reunion earlier this month, James "Jim" Glynn ’68 reunited with more than just his Classmates, he reunited with his saber from his time in the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M.
Our Aggie Engineers make us smile...
From Aggieland to opportunities across the country, students continue to represent the Aggie Network with excellence.
Raul Lopez ’27 is making the Aggie Network proud!
Join us in congratulating the 2026 Buck Weirus Spirit Award recipients!
After more than seven years of research and development, the student-run AggieSat Laboratory at Texas A&M University has successfully launched AggieSat 6.
We are halfway through June and loving every second of NSC season!
A then and now of our beautiful Academic Building! If you haven’t noticed yet (please excuse the scaffolding), it is currently undergoing renovations to ensure its history is preserved and kept in good condition.
Do you have a furry friend that bleeds maroon?
Students are reinventing the future of our food system.
Maritime Business Administration students and faculty recently traveled from McAllen to the Panama Canal to meet industry leaders, including Ilya Espino de Marotta ’85.
Located in the Kay ’02 and Jerry Cox ’72 Hall in the Wehner Building, the trading room features Bloomberg terminals, upgraded risk management platforms, and a collaborative workspace that mirrors real-world trading environments.
Experienced startup founder Levi Belnap will lead the center in its work alongside entrepreneurship and innovation efforts across Texas A&M University and Texas A&M University System to expand pathways for students and industry partners.
Each semester, International Student & Scholar Services hosts a graduation reception at the Association to celebrate international students as they complete their degrees.
Her groundbreaking research is uncovering how monarch butterflies navigate their annual migration.
From contributing to NASA Artemis ll Mission to becoming a 2026 Fish Camp Namesake, this Aggie’s impact will be felt for generations to come.
We featured Aggie-owned beers, wines, meads, beers, spirits and more in this one-of-a-kind issue! Here is a sneak peek at what's inside.
From exploring the ancient Acropolis in Athens and sipping wine in Santorini to visiting the Palace of Knossos in Crete and wandering the markets of Istanbul to visiting the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, these Aggies experienced history, culture and unforgettable views at every stop along their 10-day cruise.
Lily Tran and her friends, all members of the Class of 2026, capture the joy of the Aggie Spirit: friendship, memories and a network unlike any other.
Over the course of three days, more than 10,000 students took the opportunity to explore internships, co-ops, and full-time positions from the 500+ companies that attended.
Ring Dance 2026 was a night to remember.
For Benito Tagle Ochoa ‘25, it was racing and the drive to build something bigger than himself.
Enjoy a trip down memory lane with some of our ‘86 friends!
Buckle up, Ags! We have an A&M Club Spotlight for ya!
More military officers are commissioned by Texas A&M Corps of Cadets than at any other senior military college.
In FY25, Mays Business School dedicated nearly $40,000 in funds from The Association to support research excellence, innovation and mentorship through faculty excellence awards.
The Association of Former Students provides over $100,000 annually to the Corps of Cadets to support programs and units, including ROTC, Ross Volunteers, Parsons Mounted Cavalry, Fish Drill Team and the Corps of Cadets Visitors Center.
Nearly $60,000 in Association funding supported departments in the College of Arts and Sciences in 2025, assisting in recruiting faculty and students, professional development opportunities and research support.
The Aggie Ring is the most visible symbol of the Aggie Network and connects Aggies around the world. Dating back more than 130 years, it is a tradition that is steeped in symbolism. The Association of Former Students’ Aggie Ring Program has the honor and responsibility of protecting the integrity of the Aggie Ring. The program oversees the eligibility, order and delivery of Aggie Rings.
$80,000 in funds received from The Association of Former Students allowed Texas A&M Engineering to direct funding to a unique and high impact initiative – the Engineering Hagler Fellows, enabling Texas A&M to recruit and retain outstanding faculty- researchers.
In 2025, more than 200 law school students were joined by family and friends to celebrate one of Texas A&M’s most cherished traditions, Aggie Ring Day — marking a milestone that connects them to Aggies around the world.
In addition to the student-run ceremony at Reed Arena, more than 250 Musters are held around the world each year. The Association of Former Students assists A&M Clubs and Muster groups by providing planning guides and offering support with videos and music, speaker identification, invitations and publicity, as well as a Roll tailored specifically to their area.
Nearly $60,000 in Association funding supported departments in the College of Arts and Sciences in 2025, assisting in recruiting faculty and students, professional development opportunities and research support.
A sterling green space at Texas A&M University, Aggie Park quickly became the heart of life on campus after opening in 2022. Envisioned and developed by The Association of Former Students, it was funded by private donations and was a gift to be used by the entire Aggie Network 365 days a year.
Transfer Camp and SALT Camp are the two Aggie orientation camps that prepare incoming transfer students and students to the Galveston campus for life as an Aggie. The Association supports scholarships for students to attend T-Camp and SALT Camp, and other needs.
The Association of Former Students provides over $60,000 annually to the Career Center, which allows them to offer former students complimentary services that include career consultations, guidance for effective networking, online career assessments, and advice on resume writing, job interviewing and salary negotiation.
$80,000 in funds received from The Association of Former Students allowed Texas A&M Engineering to direct funding to a unique and high impact initiative – the Engineering Hagler Fellows, enabling Texas A&M to recruit and retain outstanding faculty- researchers.
$80,000 in funds received from The Association of Former Students allowed Texas A&M Engineering to direct funding to a unique and high impact initiative – the Engineering Hagler Fellows, enabling Texas A&M to recruit and retain outstanding faculty- researchers.
By providing print materials, meeting space and other support for Fish Camp, The Association of Former Students helps thousands of incoming Aggies begin their Texas A&M journey with a stronger connection to Aggie traditions, values and Classmates.
$10,000 provided by The Association of Former Students enabled the College of Dentistry to award five student scholarships, alleviating the burden of debt and allowing students to focus on their studies and future careers in dentistry.
Nearly $60,000 in Association funding supported departments in the College of Arts and Sciences in 2025, assisting in recruiting faculty and students, professional development opportunities and research support.
The Association provides gifts that support free, peer-led tutoring through the Academic Success Center. In the 2024-25 school year, nearly 11,000 students were impacted by this support.
Three times a year, The Association of Former Students hosts thousands of Aggies, family and friends for Aggie Ring Day at the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center. Aggie Ring Day, which was envisioned and created by The Association, is one of the most anticipated events of an Aggie’s academic career when they receive the most visible symbol of the Aggie Network: the Aggie Ring. The Association also financially supports Aggie Ring delivery at the School of Law and the Higher Education Center at McAllen.
The Association of Former Students and its Class Programs team works with Class Agents each year to organize and promote the 50th Anniversary Reunion, as well as other formal Reunions. The Association also manages and supports other Class-sponsored activities, Class newsletters and Class gifts.
More than 30% of all living former students can be found within Classes that have graduated from Texas A&M within the past 10 years. The Association of Former Students has created programs to highlight and support these Young Alumni, including the 12 under 12 award and Young Alumni Weekend.
By providing print materials, meeting space and other support for Fish Camp, The Association of Former Students helps thousands of incoming Aggies begin their Texas A&M journey with a stronger connection to Aggie traditions, values and Classmates.
The Traveling Aggies program offers former students, current students, their families and friends of Texas A&M the opportunity to travel and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Aggies. More than 80 trips each year include experiences and itineraries not typically available to individual travelers.
Nearly $60,000 in Association funding supported departments in the College of Arts and Sciences in 2025, assisting in recruiting faculty and students, professional development opportunities and research support.
The Big Event began in 1982 with the cleanup of a local cemetery and has now grown to include over 20,000 students annually who complete community service jobs around the Bryan/College Station community. The Association of Former Students is proud to support the largest one-day, student-run service project in the nation by providing funds toward the print materials.
In 2025, The Association provided over $985,000 to the Division of Student Affairs that went directly to help student organizations like The Big Event.
Class Councils serves and unites the Texas A&M student body by hosting many beloved traditions, including Maroon Out, Elephant Walk, Legacy Night, Fish Fest and Ring Dance. The Association of Former Students supports the efforts of the organization by providing design, printing, promotional and staffing support.
As the final “stand alone” reunion for the individual Class, the 50th Reunion coincides with Muster. The Association of Former Students works with Class Agents to plan all aspects of the Reunion, including the Corps of Cadets formation and flag-raising ceremony, Class dinner and attendance of the student-run Muster at Reed Arena.
$80,000 in funds received from The Association of Former Students allowed Texas A&M Engineering to direct funding to a unique and high impact initiative – the Engineering Hagler Fellows, enabling Texas A&M to recruit and retain outstanding faculty- researchers.
In FY25, Mays Business School dedicated nearly $40,000 in funds from The Association to support research excellence, innovation and mentorship through faculty excellence awards.
A large part of The Association’s mission is to serve the student body. We do this through scholarships, supplemental instruction, emergency tuition and fee loans, the student assistance fund, support for student organizations and programs and more.
The Association of Former Students helps former students maintain their ties to Texas A&M and to each other through a number of programs aimed at helping Aggies reconnect with Texas A&M. Among these are A&M Clubs, Class activities and Constituent Networks.
The Association of Former Students provides over $100,000 annually to the Corps of Cadets to support programs and units, including ROTC, Ross Volunteers, Parsons Mounted Cavalry, Fish Drill Team and the Corps of Cadets Visitors Center.
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