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COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
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- Texas family and consumer sciences agents earn national honorsAgriLife Extension and Prairie View Cooperative Extension county programs, agents recognized The post Texas family and consumer sciences agents earn national honors appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Homegrown tradition: Students bring Aggie corn maze to lifeFrom soil to stalk, students work over three months to prepare for late October opening The post Homegrown tradition: Students bring Aggie corn maze to life appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Charlie Pitner ’28: 9,500 coats donated and countingTexas A&M student nationally recognized for community service after more than a decade of bringing warmth to those in need The post Charlie Pitner ’28: 9,500 coats donated and counting appeared first on AgriLife Today.
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
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- Architecture Career Fair Links Aggies with Internship, Job OpportunitiesHundreds of Texas A&M architecture students packed Langford A on Sept. 19 to meet more than 20 firms recruiting for internships and full-time positions at the bi-annual Architecture Career Fair. The event, hosted in partnership with the Architecture ... The post Architecture Career Fair Links Aggies with Internship, Job Opportunities appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Texas A&M Researcher Highlights AI’s Promise for Planners in New BookDr. Tom Sanchez, a professor of landscape architecture and urban planning at Texas A&M University, has released a new book on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the field of planning. In “Artificial Intelligence for Urban Planning,” Sanchez ... The post Texas A&M Researcher Highlights AI’s Promise for Planners in New Book appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Mass Timber Takes Root in Texas ArchitectureIn the evolving landscape of sustainable architecture, a quiet revolution is underway, one built not on steel and concrete, but on engineered wood. At the heart of this movement is cross-laminated timber (CLT), a material that’s gaining traction ... The post Mass Timber Takes Root in Texas Architecture appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Texas A&M’s Berg-Hughes Center Powers the Future of Petroleum and Energy StudiesFrom oil fields to geothermal resources, Texas A&M’s Berg-Hughes Center is training the next generation of energy leaders and innovating for a changing energy future. ...Read More→ The post Texas A&M’s Berg-Hughes Center Powers the Future of Petroleum and Energy Studies appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
Live Like You’re DyingDr. Matt Vess from the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences discusses Terror Management Theory, just in time for the scariest season of the year. ...Read More→ The post Live Like You’re Dying appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
Arts & Sciences Professor Receives Fulbright FellowshipDr. Allegra Midgette was named a 2025-2026 Fulbright Finland Foundation and Tampere University Fellow....Read More→ The post Arts & Sciences Professor Receives Fulbright Fellowship appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
BUSH SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SERVICE
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- Two Bush School instructors help bring Texas A&M humanitarian effort to Goma, DRCSilva Hamie, Ph.D., an instructional professor, and Leslie Ruyle, Ph.D., a research scientist, played key roles in a Texas A&M Energy Institute project bringing solar-powered streetlights to neighborhoods in a Democratic Republic of Congo region suffering from security and humanitarian challenges Leslie Ruyle, Ph.D. has been to more than 90 countries in her work as […] The post Two Bush School instructors help bring Texas A&M humanitarian effort to Goma, DRC appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Dr. John A. Adams Jr. ’73, ’76, ’87, Distinguished Alumnus, Appointed to Dean’s Advisory Board at the Bush SchoolThe Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University is honored to announce the appointment of Dr. John A. Adams Jr. ’73, ’76, ’87, to its Dean’s Advisory Board. Adams brings a wealth of experience in government, academia, and business, offering valuable insights that will enhance the school’s commitment to academic excellence […] The post Dr. John A. Adams Jr. ’73, ’76, ’87, Distinguished Alumnus, Appointed to Dean’s Advisory Board at the Bush School appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Bush School ISTPP and Sociology Faculty Present at International Sociology of Sport CongressProfessor Pat Rubio Goldsmith (TAMU Department of Sociology) and Carol L. Goldsmith (Bush School Institute for Science, Technology and Public Policy) presented their research at the International Sociology of Sport Association 2025 World Congress. Their research, “Is Baseball a ‘Rich’ Kid Sport or a ‘White’ Kid Sport? Race, Class, and High School Athletic Performance in […] The post Bush School ISTPP and Sociology Faculty Present at International Sociology of Sport Congress appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
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- Virtual Reality and Peer Teaching Prep STEM EducatorsDr. Melanie Kinskey helps lead a multi-site study comparing VR and peer teaching to boost classroom readiness. The post Virtual Reality and Peer Teaching Prep STEM Educators appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Aggie Inspires Change for Students with DisabilitiesAn Aggie senior shares his journey towards graduation while battling cancer. The post Aggie Inspires Change for Students with Disabilities appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Supporting Students Beyond the ClassroomAn Aggie senior shares his journey towards graduation while battling cancer. The post Supporting Students Beyond the Classroom appeared first on Education and Human Development.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
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Texas A&M earns renewal of NSA cybersecurity designationThe rare distinction from the National Security Agency marks Texas A&M as one of only 10 academic institutions designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in cybersecurity education, research and operations....Read More→ The post Texas A&M earns renewal of NSA cybersecurity designation appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Computer science and engineering senior recognized for excellence in researchMontgomery Bohde received the Astronaut Scholarship and the Goldwater Scholarship for his dedication to machine learning research....Read More→ The post Computer science and engineering senior recognized for excellence in research appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Nature’s resilience inspires an improved power gridEquipped with knowledge of resilient ecosystems, Texas A&M researchers showcase the strength of bio-inspired cyber-physical power systems....Read More→ The post Nature’s resilience inspires an improved power grid appeared first on the Engineering News page.
MAYS BUSINESS SCHOOL
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- Where Leadership Meets Legacy: Josh SandersThe Humans of Mays Business School series highlights excerpts from conversations with exceptional individuals at Mays who make a lasting impact through their leadership, drive, and dedication. Each story brings to life the diverse journeys, challenges, and triumphs that shape the Mays community. By sharing these unique experiences, we aim to inspire personal and professional [...] The post Where Leadership Meets Legacy: Josh Sanders appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- Mays Business School Debuts “AI and Business” Online Program For Working ProfessionalsPhoto by Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M University Division of Marketing & Communications Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School is expanding its Flex Online portfolio by launching a new Flex Online AI and Business program, another step forward in the school’s drive to prepare professionals for a business world powered by AI. This marks the [...] The post Mays Business School Debuts “AI and Business” Online Program For Working Professionals appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- An AI Coach for Kinder, Better FeedbackIn almost every profession, feedback is fraught. Some managers dread giving it. Employees brace for it. Across industries, feedback often lands as cruel rather than constructive. Shrihari Sridhar, senior associate dean and Joe Foster ’56 Chair in Business Leadership at Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School, has seen the damage firsthand and created a [...] The post An AI Coach for Kinder, Better Feedback appeared first on Mays Business School News.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
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- Opioid use disorder rising fastest among older AmericansThe opioid epidemic that has resulted in the overdose deaths of about 806,000 people in the United States since 1999—from both prescription and illegal forms of the drug—has generated what healthy aging expert Marcia G. Ory, PhD, calls a “veritable mountain” of data. “We know a great deal about what’s behind it, its effects on… The post Opioid use disorder rising fastest among older Americans appeared first on Vital Record.
- Indoor hydroponic gardening improves mental health and quality of life for cancer patientsIndoor hydroponic gardening—a method of growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil—could help cancer patients develop better mental health, eat a healthier diet and enjoy a better overall quality of life. These findings come from a pilot case-crossover study by led by researchers at the Texas A&M University School of Public Health. The study… The post Indoor hydroponic gardening improves mental health and quality of life for cancer patients appeared first on Vital Record.
- School of Public Health leads development of database linkage tool that strengthens both data privacy and research accuracyData privacy or data utility? In the world of population data management, that’s the big tradeoff, according to public health experts. “For example, contact tracing is critical to saving lives during outbreaks like COVID-19, but without the right privacy safeguards, it can also cross the line into violating personal privacy,” said Hye-Chung Kum, PhD, a… The post School of Public Health leads development of database linkage tool that strengthens both data privacy and research accuracy appeared first on Vital Record.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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- What To Know About Dogs And AcornsEvery dog owner knows the difficulty of keeping their curious canines from eating just about anything they can find, and, with fall in full swing, scattered acorns are likely to catch plenty of pets’ attention. So, does eating acorns pose a risk to a dog’s health? Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical assistant professor at the […] The post What To Know About Dogs And Acorns appeared first on VMBS News.
- Texas A&M Researcher Combats Colic ComplicationsColic is one of the most devastating diagnoses a horse owner can receive. While the term broadly refers to abdominal pain, cases involving a loss of blood flow to the intestines often become life-threatening. Dr. George Elane, an assistant professor of equine surgery at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, is […] The post Texas A&M Researcher Combats Colic Complications appeared first on VMBS News.
- Veterinary Student Explores Clinical Applications For Equine Medical ResearchWhen third-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) student Alexandra Aucoin began her journey toward equine medicine, she didn’t think that research would ever play a major role. However, after an opportunity to work in the Texas A&M Equine Infectious Disease Laboratory (EIDL) through the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ Veterinary Medical […] The post Veterinary Student Explores Clinical Applications For Equine Medical Research appeared first on VMBS News.
