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WELCOME BACK TO CAMPUS!
The 2023-2024 academic year is officially underway and there are a lot of exciting events and new developments happening around campus.
A&M-San Antonio continues to grow at a record pace—the University now serves some 7,700 students. To help accommodate all this growth, there are a number of new projects in the works, including a recreation center and student housing.
As classes get started, here’s a look at how the University has welcomed everyone back to campus, plus details on important resources and events.
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First Day of Class with Dr. Ochoa | |
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To kick-off the new academic year, President Ochoa stopped in several classrooms to meet with students and discussed some of the University’s programs and resources. His first stop was Dr. John Smith’s exercise test and prescription class in the Science and Technology Building.
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When asked by a student why he chose to pursue a career in higher education, Ochoa explained that it was a powerful way to help make a positive impact in the lives of historically underserved students. “Lifting up the South San Antonio community is very important to me,” he said. “It’s more than just a job.”
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Meet Dr. Ochoa At The Annual President's Picnic & Part-Time and On-Campus Job Fair
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The event features free lunch, music, and the chance to meet campus leaders.
In addition, if you are looking for an opportunity to work part-time, make some extra spending money and gain real-world experience, here is YOUR event!
The Fall 2023 Part-Time and On-Campus Job Fair is open to all current A&M-SA students. The event is open to all majors. Work with your career advisor to ensure your resume is ready to go!
Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Click here for more information.
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There was a lot of excitement and joy as hundreds of students moved into Esparanza Hall, the University’s on-campus student housing development. Braving the summer heat, family members and friends helped cart luggage and bags as students settled into their new University home. President Ochoa and his wife Mari were also there, greeting students and helping them celebrate the special day. View photos. | |  |
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A critical part of orientation, JagX is designed to welcome all first-year students. The four-day program includes a host of fun and informative activities, during which students get to meet campus leaders and athletes, plan a community service project, compete in interactive games, learn about financial literacy and participate in popular campus traditions.
View photos.
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It was a night of celebration as some 1,000 students, all decked out in red, departed from the Main Quad and walked down the “Miracle Mile” to the “Tower of Hope” at the University’s main entrance, where Dr. Ochoa and others addressed the crowd. Then, with Ochoa and his wife Mari leading the way, everyone walked back to the Main Quad for music, dancing and good times. The Jaguar March is a popular tradition that started in 2016 with A&M-San Antonio’s inaugural freshman class as way to bring new students together. View photos. | |
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Coming Soon
There are currently four new campus buildings including a recreation center, with a gymnasium, fitness center and basketball courts along with a new 322-bed student housing center.
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The Mays Center for Experiential Learning and Community Engagement provides enhanced learning opportunities and access to resources and relationships in order to develop students into career-ready and community-minded graduates.
Whether you are a student, faculty or staff member, alumni, a nonprofit community partner, or an employer looking to recruit talent for your organization, the Mays Center for Experiential Learning and Community Engagement has something for you!
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The Career Closet
The Career Closet provides professional business attire to students, free of charge, for everything from job interviews to career fairs.
Location: Science & Technology Building, Suite 111
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
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The General's Store
General’s Store provides supplemental food to members of the A&M-SA community who need assistance.
Location: Patriots’ Casa, Room 110
Hours: Tuesday:12-4 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Thursdays: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
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Aug. 28
5- 6:30 p.m.
Classroom Hall Lobby
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Aug. 28, 2023
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
C.A.B. Courtyard
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Aug. 29, 2023
7:30 a.m-7 p.m.
Auditorium | President's Seal | Classroom Hall
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Come meet Oakley and celebrate his 7th birthday with us! Join the party!
Aug. 29, 2023
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
C.A.B. Lobby
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Students, Faculty and Staff Sign Up!
Teams will consist of 4 students, 4 staff/faculty or mixed.
Prizes: Staff/Faculty & Student
Staff/Faculty- Teams that come in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd will receive a prize from the competition.
Students: Teams that come in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd will receive a prize from the competition
1st - Nintendo Switch Lite
2nd - Underarmor Backpack
3rd - Tamusa Athletics/Rec Sport Apparel
SIGN UP!
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Student Counseling Center: 24/7 Service
- Student Counseling Center: (210) 784-1331 (24 hours)
- Dial 2 for after-hours support
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ABOUT THE GROWLER
The Growler is an in-house newsletter for the faculty, staff and students of the University. The Growler is published on the first and third Tuesday of each month providing insight on A&M-SA news, events and announcements. Keep up to date on the latest campus events and information, visit our campus calendar. If you would like to promote a University-wide event or announcement in The Growler, submit this form by 5 p.m. CT on a Monday the week before Publication.
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Office of Marketing & Communications (Marcom)
One University Way
San Antonio, Texas 78224
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