¡Ándale Jags! Registration is Now Open
Did you know if you register for the fall semester, you will not have to submit payment until August 2022? Don’t delay…register today!
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Summer P.A.I.D.
Summer P.A.I.D. (Pay Assistance for Internship Discovery) is a program to support students who are interested in pursuing an experience in a field that typically does not offer pay or is underpaid. For summer 2022, students can be awarded amounts based on these needs, up to $20/hour. The priority deadline is Friday, May 27. Click here for application details. For more info, contact Mysti Frazier, assistant director for internships, at mfrazier@tamusa.edu.
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Updated Welcome Center Hours
- Monday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Thursday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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The Great Migration …
We Need Your Help!
Administrators, faculty, and staff, the website redesign project team is working with campus stakeholders to successfully migrate content on our present web pages to the new design. The project team is targeting a July 1, 2022 completion date for this migration work. The time is approaching quickly and to ensure a successful transition from the current design to our new site, the project team needs your help.
If you do not have someone from your area who is trained to use Cascade to update web pages, or if you would like to receive training, please talk to your manager about attending one of the Cascade Training Sessions offered by ITS. Cascade training is scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and New Template Training sessions on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Visit the Cascade Help page to learn about Cascade Cloud, the CMS workflow process, and to access "How to" documents that walk you through the process of using the system. To attend a training session, contact ITS at web.master@tamusa.edu.
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Texas A&M-SA Networking Event
Professor Cate Wengelnik, Department of Management and Marketing, and her students have created a networking and leadership meeting platform that allows for current and former TAMUSA students to engage, network, and transfer knowledge. Every semester Professor Wengelnik and her students come together to engage and create this amazing opportunity for our community. The invitation is open for all current and former students to join and enhance their network skills in a supportive and welcoming environment. The next event will be in Fall 2022. Contact Professor Wengelnik at dwengelnik@tamusa.edu for additional information.
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Graduates, We Want to Feature You!
Jaguars, Commencement is right around the corner! We would love to feature you on the big screen before the ceremony. Just fill out this form and include your remarks and a photo of yourself wearing your cap and gown or a current photograph. We are so proud of our graduates and excited for what the future holds! Deadline to submit is May 11.
Spring 2022 Commencement Ceremonies will be held Saturday, May 21 at Freeman Coliseum. For more information, visit the Graduation Services webpage.
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2022-2027 Bond Program
Election day for the San Antonio 2022-2027 Bond Program is Saturday, May 7, 2022, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. University-area roadway improvements, including sidewalks, driveway approaches, drainage, and other improvements, is among the listings for potential elected funding. The project includes phased improvements to Perimeter Loop Road and a connector road to Mauermann Road, which will facilitate access to campus and the surrounding properties.
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Around Texas with Chancellor John Sharp
Chancellor John Sharp hosts a television show featuring some of the exciting people and programs from the Texas A&M System.
Please check out the first episode of the second season of Around Texas with Chancellor John Sharp by clicking here.
On the show, you will meet the System’s heroes who responded following the attacks on 9/11. Plus, you will learn about our students’ patriotism in the weeks following that harrowing day.
Over the next several weeks, links to episodes will be sent out from Season Two of Around Texas with Chancellor John Sharp. Please “like” and “subscribe” to the YouTube channel.
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Growler and Points of Pride Rebrand
In an effort to streamline and consolidate our communications and sharing of news, we are creating a rebranded newsletter, the name of which is coming soon! This bi-weekly communication will include events, announcements, and reminders, previously featured in The Growler; student, faculty, and staff highlights, previously featured in Points of Pride; as well as all things news-related for Texas A&M-San Antonio. You'll still be receiving the same great news … but more and in one place! Be on the look out for this new communication set to hit your inboxes in the coming weeks! In addition, we are now including University highlights and other news in The Growler.
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Student Counseling Center Announces 24/7 Service, Updated Contact Protocols
The preferred method of contact has changed, along with the advent of a 24/7 option for students. Here are the updated contact protocols:
- Student Counseling Center: (210) 784-1331 (available 24/7). For after-hours support, please select option “2.”
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Faculty Ombudsperson at Texas A&M-San Antonio
Dr. Gary Coulton, Associate Professor of Psychology, serves as the Faculty Ombudsperson at Texas A&M-San Antonio. The Faculty Ombudsperson is a designated neutral faculty member chosen by the Faculty Senate who works with faculty at A&M-SA to explore and assist them in determining options to help resolve conflicts, problematic issues or concerns related to their employment at A&M-SA and to bring systemic concerns to the attention of A&M-SA for resolution. For more information, visit www.tamusa.edu/provost/faculty/ombudsperson or email facultyombudsperson@tamusa.edu.
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Isn’t It Time You Considered Being a Jag Guide?
Do you love your university and sharing your experiences as a current Jaguar? Are you interested in polishing your public speaking and presentation skills? Would you like to earn extra money while doing so?
If yes, then consider joining Jag Guides and participating in Jaguar Days for prospective students, pep rallies, student panels, and more. Jag Guides also give our in-person and group tours for prospective students and their families.
Being a Jag Guide will give you invaluable experience in presentation skills, opportunities to meet area leaders, and leadership participation in various other projects with the public.
You can apply through Handshake, or for more information, contact Vanessa Quiroga, director of community partnerships & campus visit experience, at vquiroga@tamusa.edu.
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Calling All First-gen Faculty and Staff!
First-gen faculty and staff logos are now available for email signatures! To receive a logo, please email the First Generation Center with your name and department at Firstgencenter@tamusa.edu.
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Mays Center Internship Grant
The Mays Center for Experiential Learning and Community Engagement offers the Internship Grant to students working unpaid internships with community partners and provides them with a stipend concurrent to their employment. View recipients of this grant. For more information, visit https://www.tamusa.edu/mays
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50th Anniversary of Title IX Panel Discussion
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Title IX, the Texas A&M University-San Antonio Division of Athletics and Women @ Work will present a panel discussion on the theme "Celebrating Women in Athletics." The panel discussion will be held on today, May 2, at 3:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. You can also scan the QR code on the flyer to view the live stream at the time of the event.
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AAPI Panel Discussion
As part of Asian-American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) month celebration 2022, join us for a panel discussion on the topic of Addressing Bias & Prejudice in the AAPI Community: Deconstructing Myths & Coming Together with panelist:
- Dr. Lin Wu, Assistant Professor Education & Leadership, Western Oregon University
- Dr. Shage Zhang, Associate Professor Finance & Decision Sciences, Trinity University
- Dr. Chin-Yen (Alice), Liu, Associate Professor Marketing & Management, Texas A&M University-San Antonio
When: Tuesday, May 3
Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (CT)
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Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates on our campus (April 11- May 4) events such as academic talk, storyteller, artistry, cultural performances, and many more exciting events. For more info, contact Esther Garza at Esther.Garza@tamusa.edu
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Tourism and Hospitality Job Fair
Join Visit San Antonio for a Tourism and Hospitality Job Fair on May 10 at the Alamodome, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. More than 70 employers will be hiring for positions in restaurants, hotels, entertainment, sports, and attractions from entry-level to management.
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Texas A&M San Antonio-UndocuAlly Workshop
Want to learn practical skills while understanding the issues Dreamers face at A&M-San Antonio? UndocuAlly workshops are open to all faculty, staff, and students to provide skills to foster a campus environment that is inclusive for Dreamers. Attendees learn practical skills while understanding the issues Dreamers face as they navigate the University. Attend an UndocuAlly workshop. RSVP today!
Workshop dates and time:
- Monday, May 16, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
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College of Business Hosts Conferences
The College of Business is hosting two conferences:
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Save the Date! Thursday, May 26 is Employee Development Day
The theme for the 2022 Employee Development Day (EDD) on Thursday, May 26 is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and we need YOU! The EDD committee is inviting faculty and staff to facilitate breakout sessions on any topic related to DEI. Breakout sessions are 45 minutes in length and are great ways to take a leadership role in professional development. For questions and more information, contact Program Coordinator I Rebecca De Leon (rdeleon@tamusa.edu), Human Resources Generalist I Kevin Castro (kevin.castro@tamusa.edu), or Director of Business Affairs and Administrative Services Dr. Adriana Contreras (acontreras@tamusa.edu).
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Texas A&M University–San Antonio Names New Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Following a national search, Texas A&M University–San Antonio (A&M-San Antonio) officially announced Dr. Mohamed Abdelrahman as the new Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs. Read more.
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Texas A&M University–San Antonio Professor Selected for Distinguished Award
On May 2, the Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation announced the selection of Texas A&M University-San Antonio Associate Professor of Biology and Biology Program Coordinator Dr. Megan Wise de Valdez as a Piper Professor of 2022. Dr. Wise de Valdez is one of 10 professors awarded the distinction in the State of Texas. Selections are based on nominations submitted by each college or university in Texas and 10 awards of $5,000 each are bestowed annually to outstanding professors for their exceptional teaching at the collegiate level. Read more about Dr. Wise de Valdez Piper Professor award.
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A&M-SA Attends Future Ready Launch |
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A&M-SA is proud to be a part of the Future Ready Bexar County Plan to ensure a more equitable future for the next generation! By 2030, Future Ready will increase postsecondary enrollment of Bexar County High School graduates in a degree or credential program to 70%. A&M-SA representative were excited to attend the launch on the steps of City Hall on April 28!
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$100,000 in Grants from Frost Bank to Support A&M–SA Athletics
Frost Bank has directed two grants totaling $100,000 to support the Texas A&M-San Antonio (A&M-San Antonio) Foundation. The funds will go toward the “Building Champions” capital campaign to support a recreation center for A&M-San Antonio Athletics. Read more.
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Kinesiology Graduate Students Place at Pathways Research Symposium
Mr. Joo Hyun Kim and Jesse Delacruz, Kinesiology graduate students, working under the supervision of Dr. Sukho Lee, professor, Department of Counseling, Health & Kinesiology, have completed several animal science projects, received 2nd place spots at Pathways Research Symposium 2022. Kim was recently accepted to the Ph.D. program at Texas A&M University, College Station. The presentation was sponsored by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (Dr. Vijay Golla, Vice Provost for Research and Graduate Studies).
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Molecular Microbiology Professor Featured on TPR
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Professor Quoted in How Stuff Works Article
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FRIENDLY REMINDERS
Reminder: ITS Thursday Updates
Please remember to leave your desktop computers on Thursday evenings as Information Technology Services (ITS) conducts its routine updates. Contact ITS at (210) 784-4357 or helpdesk@tamusa.edu with questions.
Updated Student Business Services Hours
The Student Business Services Office is reminding the campus community about its hours of operation:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Updated Welcome Center Hours
Hours of operation for the Welcome Center are:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
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To keep up with the latest A&M-San Antonio events and activities,
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LEGEND
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CAB: Central Academic Building
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CASA: Patriots' Casa
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Ceremony Room: Patriots' Casa, Room 109
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HALL: Classroom Hall
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MDLA: Madla or Senator Frank L. Madla Building
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Presidio Gallery: 126 E. Nueva St., San Antonio, Texas 78204
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STEC: Sci-Tech or Science and Technology Building
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Vista Room: Central Academic Building, Room 402
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ABOUT THE GROWLER
The Growler publishes the first and third Mondays of each month. The Growler promotes events and announcements intended for the full campus community, replacing one-off promotional emails sent to all faculty, staff, and students. The Growler will not replace: 1) the web calendar of events, print flyers, and digital screen slides, or 2) emails targeting specific audiences, such as faculty, staff, or students. If you would like to promote a University-wide event or announcement that is public facing or for all members of the campus community in The Growler, submit this form by 5 p.m. CT on a Wednesday before you want it to appear.
Be in the know wherever you go! To keep up-to-date on the latest campus events and information, don't forget to download the Jaguar App.
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Office of Marketing & Communications (Marcom)
One University Way
San Antonio, Texas 78224
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