Texas A&M University New Aggie News
Texas A&M UniversityNew AggieNewsSummer 2016
Table of Contents3 Welcome to Campus4 Academic Calendar5 UndergraduateConvocation6 Gig ‘Em Week7 Moving to Aggieland8 Campus Carry atTexas A&M9 Fightin’ Texas AggieFootball10 Fightin’ Texas AggieAthletics11 Aggie Advice12 The Aggie Ring13 New Aggie Bucketlist14 Connect with NSFP
Welcome to Aggieland!The Office of New Student & FamilyPrograms is excited to welcome you toTexas A&M University for the fall 2016semester! Now that it’s time for you tostart your academic and personal journey,our office is dedicated to making yourtransition to Aggieland a success from thestart.As part of the Aggie spirit, TexasA&M takes pride in the support andencouragement our faculty and staffprovide each student during his or hertime on campus. There are many ways foryou to customize your time as a studentat Texas A&M. We encourage you toparticipate in the numerous academicenrichment opportunities, develop yourleadership by getting involved in campusorganizations, attend and cheer loudly atFightin’ Texas Aggie athletic events, andparticipate in all of the unique traditionsthat make Aggieland so special![3]Don’t forget that we’re here to help everystep of the way! If you have any questions,please contact us at (979) 845-5826, orvisit the New Student & Family Programswebsite. You can also find us at StudentServices at White Creek in building 0068.The Aggie Orientation Leader Programhopes your New Student Conference wasgreat and that you’re excited to be loudand proud members of the Fightin’ TexasAggie Family! We are looking forward toseeing you on campus in the fall. Don’tforget to visit the New Aggie Facebookpage to stay up-to-date on informationthat will make your transition to Aggielanda success!Make it a priority to attend Gig ‘Em Week:Aggieland’s Week of Welcome on August21-28, 2016. It’s a great time to meetfellow Aggies and participate in a varietyof activities! We hope to see you there!
Academic CalendarFall 2016August 26Last day to register for fall semester classesAugust 29First day of fall semester classesSeptember 2Last day for adding/dropping courses for fallsemesterNovember 10 -November 30Preregistration for 2017 spring semesterNovember 18Bonfire 1999 Remembrance DayLast day for all students to drop courses withoutpenaltyLast day to change KINE 198/199 grade typeLast day to officially withdraw from the UniversityNovember 23Reading day, no classesNovember 24-25Thanksgiving Holiday, university closedDecember 5Redefined day, students attend their Friday classes;does not apply to programs offered by the Collegeof NursingDecember 6Redefined day, students attend their Thursdayclasses; does not apply to programs offered by theCollege of NursingDecember 7Last day of classes for fall semesterDecember 8Reading day, no classesDecember 9, 12-14Fall semester final examinations for all studentsAll dates subject to change; find the full Academic Calendar online.[4]
Undergraduate ConvocationSunday, August 282-3:30pmReed ArenaUndergraduate Convocation is the official beginning of a new student’s entry into TexasA&M University’s Community of Learners and Scholars. The ceremony is designed to establishan academic connection between new undergraduate students and Texas A&M University.Undergraduate Convocation fulfills this purpose by ceremoniously recognizing each newstudent for having accepted the offer to join the Texas A&M University’s Community of Learnersand Scholars. The program communicates to students their roles both as people who learnfrom others and as people who contribute to the vitality of the university. The Convocationalso communicates the role of faculty members as scholars, teachers, and fellow membersof the community through a keynote address by a selected member of the undergraduateteaching faculty. In full academic regalia, faculty from each academic department, theUniversity President, Vice Presidents, and Provost will represent the university’s involvementand commitment to the new members of the Texas A&M Community of Learners and Scholars.Undergraduate Convocation is held in Reed Arena to provide you with the opportunity tobegin your college career in the same location in which you will complete your college career.Your family is invited to attend Undergraduate Convocation and celebrate your entry intoTexas A&M University. Seating is available for your family and friends in designated sections.Signs and ushers in Reed Arena will provide you and your family with directions. In recognitionof the formal nature of Undergraduate Convocation, you are asked to wear business casualattire.For more information, visit the Undergraduate Convocation website.[5]
What Is Gig ‘Em Week?Gig ‘Em week is Aggieland’s official Weekof Welcome! This week is full of events andopportunities for new and returning studentsto become familiar or reacquainted withthe TAMU campus, fellow Aggies, and theBryan/College Station community. Gig ‘EmWeek is coordinated by the Office of NewStudent & Family Programs in partnershipwith many campus and community sponsors.Gig ‘Em Week takes place just before thefall semester. A full schedule can be foundonline on the Gig ‘Em Week website.Download theGig ‘Em Week Appto keep up to date with events,updates, and ways to get involved!2016 Signature EventsTuesday, August 233-5pmAggie Fest5:30-7:30pmGatheRing & YellPracticeWednesday, August 2411am-1pmIce Cream Carnival1-3pmLibrary Open House6:30-11:30pmMovie & Party on thePlazaThursday, August 2511:30am-1:30pm Student Activities BlockParty7-10pm Rec-A-PaloozaFriday, August 264-7pmATC Backyard BashSaturday, August 274-6pmFish CrushSunday, August 282-3:30pm UndergraduateConvocation[6]
Moving to AggielandYou’ve been admitted to Texas A&M,attended your New Student Conference,registered for classes, and arranged a livingspace on or off campus in College Station now all that’s left is to move in! Those livingin on-campus residence halls will move in onSunday, August 21st. Fellow Aggie students,faculty, and staff will be available to help youunpack your car and welcome you to campus.Students living off-campus should checkwith their leasing office for specific move-ininformation.Whether you’re living on-campus or offcampus, it’s important to make your newliving space feel like home. Below is a packingchecklist full of items you may want to bringto Aggieland. If you forget an item, don’t Visit the Department of Resident Life websiteworry! College Station has many stores in for more information on living on campus,move-in day, what to bring, and more!close proximity to campus.Packing Checklistq Alarm clockq Photosq Batteriesq Plannerq Bike & bike lockq Power stripsq Calendarq Rain bootsq Cameraq Recycling binq Carpet/rug q Refrigeratorq Cleaning supplies(max 4.4 ft3)q Coffee makerq Coffee mugq Computer/Laptopq Water bottleq Decorations q Three-holeq Desk lamppunchq Ethernet cableq Toilet paperq Flashlightq Toiletriesq First aid kitq Towelsq Hangersq Televisionq Iron/ironing boardq Scissorsq Laundry basketq Sewing kitq Stapler q Umbrellaq Microwave q Wastebasket(max 700 watts)[7]Leave at Home List Air conditioning units (wall or room)Camping stovesElectric skilletsCandles/devices with open flamesCeiling fansElectric power toolsGas power toolsGriddlesGrills (i.e. George Forman type,charcoal, or propane)Halogen lampsHot oil popcorn popperHot ovensOven broilersPetsSandwich makersSpace heatersToasters/toaster ovensWireless routers
Campus Carry:The Implications of SenateBill 11 on the Texas A&MCampusOn June 13, 2015, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 11 into law. The bill, whichgoes into effect on August 1, 2016, permits individuals with appropriate licenses to carryconcealed handguns on college and university campuses in Texas. On August 13, 2015, TexasA&M president Michael K. Young formed and officially charged the Campus Carry Policy TaskForce with “[developing] recommendations that will uphold the integrity of the law, ensurethe safety and security of everyone on campus and foster a climate of mutual respected tocreate the most supportive learning environment possible.” The 22-member Task Force,comprised of students, faculty, and staff, combined campus feedback with their individualexpertise to develop 14 recommendations that were accepted by the Texas A&M Board ofRegents on April 27, 2016. A summary of the recommendations can be found online.Below are the answers to some of the most frequently-asked questions related to campuscarry. A full list can be found on the campus carry website.What does the new law permit that iscurrently prohibited?Currently, concealed handgun license (CHL)holders may only carry handguns in universityparking lots, garages, driveways, streets, &sidewalks. The new law allows CHL holders tocarry handguns inside buildings. Universitiesmay prohibit concealed carry in certainbuildings, but may not enact rules that banconcealed carry arbitrarily.Are CHL holders required to identifythemselves to those other than amagistrate/peace officer?No, CHL holders are not legally required toinform a non-magistrate or peace officer oftheir CHL. This includes university officials.Am I allowed to make a rule prohibitingCHL carriers from carrying in my office/room/classroom/laboratory?No; SB 273 prohibits universities from enactingpolicy that restricts activity to a greater degreethan that imposed by law.Does a handgun have to be concealed?Yes; openly carrying a handgun on universityproperty is a Class A misdemeanor. If you seesomeone with a handgun on campus, call the Will the university track CHL carriers onTexas A&M Police Department by dialing 911. campus?No.Can a non-CHL holder carry a handgunon campus under the new law?What is the penalty for a non-CHL holderNo; the only individuals authorized to carry carrying on campus?a handgun on the Texas A&M campus are Depending on where the handgun wasthose who may legally own a firearm. Note carried, the offense may be a misdemeanor orthat Texas law restricts concealed handgun felony. University sanctions will be consideredlicenses to only those individuals over the age in accordance with the offender’s status.of 21.Who should I contact with questionsAre CHL holders required to identify regarding campus carry?themselves to a magistrate/peace officer? The Campus Carry Task Force may be reachedYes, CHL holders must show both their driver’s at campuscarry@tamu.edu. The Universitylicense and their handgun license.Police can be reached at (979) 845-2345.[8]
Fightin’TexasAggieFootballKick-off for the first Fightin’ Texas AggieFootball game against UCLA is Saturday,September 3 at 2:30pm. You won’t want tomiss the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band & Corpsstep-off. Be in your seat early to watch theworld’s largest military-style marching band& witness the Corps of Cadets march-in.2016 Football ScheduleSept. 3Sept. 10Sept. 17Sept. 24Oct. 1Oct. 8Oct. 22Oct. 29Nov. 5Nov. 12Nov. 19Nov. 24vs. UCLAvs. Prarie View A&Mat Auburnvs. Arkansas*at South Carolinavs. Tennesseeat Alabamavs. New Mexico Stateat Mississippi Statevs. Ole Missvs. UTSAvs. LSU*at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TXYou’ll notice that the sidelines of Kyle Fieldare missing traditional cheerleaders. Hereat Texas A&M, fans don’t cheer - they yell.Yells are led by the Yell Leaders, who can bespotted on the sidelines in their all-white attire. By kick-off, you will already have had achance to practice with the Yell Leaders atMidnight Yell. First held in 1931, MidnightYour 12th Man Sports Pass gives you the Yell occurs the night before football gamesopportunity to pull a ticket on your class’ and is regularly attended by more than 25,000assigned day. Freshmen will most likely Aggie fans.receive assigned seats on the third deck.Once you arrive at the correct deck, be ready Wondering what to bring to the game? Useto show your ticket to event staff to enter the this list to make sure you’re prepared forseating area from the concourse. You will use gameday:your assigned seat to sit, but should stand on Ticket & valid TAMU student IDthe row in FRONT of you. Sunglasses & sunscreen 12th Man towelIf you purchased a parking pass for a lot Large bottle of waterreserved during home football games, you Cash for snack & drinksmust move your car the night before the Your favorite Aggie spiritweargame. A list of reserved areas can be found A clear bag following the new 12-1-1online at the Transportation Services website.policy (more info available online)[9]
Fightin’ TexasAggie AthleticsBeing the 12th Man means more than just supportingFightin’ Texas Aggie football at Kyle Field during the fall.As Aggies, we enthusiastically support all of our men’sand women’s athletic teams throughout the entire year!Your 12th Man Sports Pass gives you access to everyregular season home game for all ticketed sports - that’smore than 170 sporting events each year! Whether it’ssoccer, volleyball, baseball, or tennis, Texas A&M studentathletes depend upon the 12th Man for their ability toimpact the game.We encourage you to support all Texas A&M sports duringyour time here. After all, the 12th Man isn’t just a name.It’s our way of life.[10]Men’s SportsBaseballBasketballCross CountryFootballGolfSwimming & DivingTennisTrack & FieldWomen’s SportsBasketballCross CountryEquestrianGolfSoccerSoftballSwimming & DivingTennisTrack & FieldVolleyball
“College is a time for fun, so be yourself,explore new things, and make memories - butremember that you are here for a future careerso take it seriously!”-Stephen Sibbitt ‘17“Introduce yourself to theperson sitting next to you inclass. That’s how I made greatfriends in college and foundsomeone to study with.”-Felysha Walker ‘16“Seek help if you startstruggling in your classes.Go to office hours, SIsessions, and tutoring.”-Menka Lolyekar ‘18“College is only going tobe as fun as you make it.Take every opportunitythat is presented to meetnew people by joiningorganizations, attendingevents, and not goinghome every weekend.”-Kaitlyn Laney ‘17“Don’t risk losing allyour hard work! Backup files using Dropbox,Google drive, or a USBflash drive.”-Kayla Cates ‘19“Go to your academicadvisor at least once asemester! If you need helpsetting up your schedule, orwant to learn more aboutyour major, they are thereto help.”-Kristen Harris ‘18“Go find your classes beforethe first day! It’ll save you somuch time. Also, print off yoursyllabi before class so you canfollow along on the first day.”-Danielle Stein ‘18AggieAdviceTips, tricks, & wordsof wisdom from fellowAggie students“Say goodbye to sleepand say goodbye tomoney, but most of all,get ready for the timeof your life, because thisis the life of an Aggie,and you’re going tolove every second of thequick, bumpy ride!”-Tony Nguyen ‘16“Remember you willmake mistakes, but ifyou just take a deepbreath and rememberthat making mistakes isokay, you can learn fromit & grow so much!”-Tori Wolf ‘18“No single test determines your college career and no gradesdetermine your self worth. If you don’t do so great on a test ora class, don’t be discouraged - just focus harder & learn from yourmistakes.”-Krystopher Byfuglien ‘19“Classes can overwhelm you andstudying can exhaust you so don’tforget to relax. Call a friend, havedinner with them, go for a walk, dosomething you enjoy doing. Sometime to yourself will not only help youbut will make you feel more preparedfor the rest of the semester.”-Brittany Frost ‘17[11]“Know that even though you might be faraway from your family and friends, you willmake a new family and friends here at TexasA&M. Remember everything happens for areason!”-Tatiana Trevino ‘18“Study hard but also have fun. This means taking careof business in the classroom as well as getting involvedon campus.”-Jordan Addison ‘19“Make a schedule and try to stick with it. Plan outeverything including class time, workout time, you time,etc.”-Gladys Cruz ‘18
The Aggie RingAmong the myriad of important and timeless traditions at Texas A&M, perhaps noneis more respected than the Aggie Ring. The moment a student becomes an Aggie,he or she begins down a path towards fulfilling the requirements necessary to earnthe right to wear an Aggie Ring. These requirements, some of the most difficult inthe country, were established by the Official Senior Ring Committee in 1933. TheAggie Ring serves as more than just a decorative piece of jewelry. The symbolismengraved within the Ring represents six core values of every Aggie: excellence,integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect & selfless service.The Association of Former Students Aggie Ring Program now bears responsibilityfor ensuring the integrity of the Aggie Ring. Over 12,000 students order and receivetheir Aggie Ring at one of three ring days each year. Ring Days, hosted at the ClaytonW. Williams Jr. Alumni Center, are one of the year’s most highly-anticipated events.To be eligible to order an Aggie Ring, undergraduate students must have completed90 total hours (45 institutional), have a 2.0 minimum cumulative GPR, and not be onacademic probation or suspension. A number of payment options, loan programs,and Aggie Ring scholarships are available for students. More information about theAggie Ring can be found on The Association of Former Students website.[12]
The New AggieBucketlistqParticipate in Gig‘Em WeekqVisit the MSC FallOpen House on 9/4/16from 1-5pmqJoin one of morethan 1,000 studentorganizationsqStand as the 12thMan during footballgames at Kyle FieldqGo to the MaroonOut Game on 10/8/16qTake a weekendtrip to Austin,Houston, Dallas, orSan AntonioqAttend Fish CampqSupport A&M’s 20varsity sports teamsby attending fivedifferent athleticeventsqVisit the GeorgeBush PresidentialLibrary & Museumqq Attend Convocationon 8/28/16 from2-3:30pmqParticipate inMidnight YellqTake a picture withReveilleqParticipate in theBig Event on 3/25/17Enjoy some outdoor time at LakeBryanqqqGet involved inthe community (checkwith the Leadershipand Service Center forideas)qParticipate inMuster on 4/21/17Visit First Friday indowntown BryanPut a penny onSully’s boot for goodluckq Visit BonfireMemorial20 “Must Do’s” for the Class of2020[13]
Show Us Your Aggie Spirit!As you start your journey at Texas A&M, don’t forget to share all of yourmemories with us! Connect with New Student & Family Programs on socialmedia, share pictures as you check items off your Bucketlist, comment onposts, and connect with other Aggies!/NewAggie@NSFPtamu@NSFPtamuNew AggieHave a great year, Ags!Thanks & Gig ‘Em![14]
Football 2016 Football Schedule Sept. 3 vs. UCLA Sept. 10 vs. Prarie View A&M Sept. 17 at Auburn Sept. 24 vs. Arkansas* Oct. 1 at South Carolina Oct. 8 vs. Tennessee Oct. 22 at Alabama Oct. 29 vs. New Mexico State Nov. 5 at Mississippi State Nov. 12 vs. Ole Miss Nov. 19 vs. UTSA
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