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Are You Ready For A Wild Day Out?


Join us for Texas A&M University-San Antonio Day at the Zoo!


A&M-San Antonio community, faculty, staff and students are eligible for discounted $8 tickets (normally $27 for adults) to the San Antonio Zoo.


Enjoy a day of fun, education, and animal encounters. Stop by the Neotropica exhibit to pick up a limited-edition University T-shirt.


  • Saturday, Nov. 9
  • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • $8 Tickets
Get Your Tickets Now

Jaguar Basketball Makes Its Debut


Texas A&M University-San Antonio launched its inaugural basketball season with men’s and women’s games at the new Recreation Center. More than 900 fans filled the center during the historic event, during which the women’s team secured a win, while the men’s team came up short. In addition to President Salvador Hector Ochoa, the games attracted such VIPs as Mayor Ron Nirenberg, former Mayor Henry Cisneros, Councilmember Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia, Sen. Pete Flores, as well as Dr. Maria Hernandez Ferrier, the University’s first president. 

Adelante is Here


The fall 2024 edition of ¡ADELANTE!, the official magazine of A&M-San Antonio, is now available!


The new issue details how the University is launching initiatives and programs that help improve the region's health and wellness. Also, don't miss the latest faculty and staff accomplishments, alumni updates, athletics news, and more.

Fall 2024 Ring Days


A&M-San Antonio celebrated student ring recipients at San Antonio Zoo. Over 200 ring boxes were stored in a handcrafted chest and placed in the jaguar’s habitat, where B'alam the Jaguar made a special appearance and posed for pictures. The rings were then placed in the dome of the Central Academic Building where, as legend has it, they're protected by the Spirit of the Jaguar. The rings were then officially presented to students as part of the University's Ring Day tradition.

Featured Events

It's Election Day!


Stop by our designated voting location in the Mays Center, STEM 111, and help shape the future of our community and country. Don't miss this opportunity to exercise your civic duty. Every vote counts, and your participation matters.

9th Annual Lights of Esperanza


  • One University Way, San Antonio, TX 78224
  • December 3, 2024
  • 6 - 8 p.m.

Lights of Esperanza, A&M-San Antonio’s enchanting annual celebration, returns for its ninth year! The holiday event boasts over 30,000 lights, along with food trucks, rides, games a holiday market, and other family-friendly festivities.

Graduate Application and Registration Information Session


November 12


Voting Around the World



November 12

PicklePaws Pickleball Doubles Tournament


November 16

Campus Calendar

Campus Lab Check-In App Updates


Campus Lab Check-In App, which facilitates the check-in process for students, faculty, and staff during campus-wide events, now features an "Offline Scan" capability. This enhancement allows you to check in individuals without needing a Wi-Fi connection. After you complete the offline scans, you can reconnect to Wi-Fi, and the app will automatically update the records of all scanned attendees.


To get this feature, your app will need to be updated. We recommend you delete and re-download the app to have a quicker update. Contact us at student.life@tamusa.edu with any questions.

Pre-Order Your Jaguar Holiday Shirt


Pre-order your shirt or sweater now through November 13th. 


Orders can be shipped directly to your home or picked up at the Office of Student Life. Orders are expected to arrive by December 2, just in time for the holiday season!

Pricing:

  • Short Sleeve Shirts: $25
  • Long Sleeve Shirts: $30
  • Crew Neck Sweaters: $35

Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to grab your holiday apparel.

Pre-Order Now

Registration Is Open


Learn more on how to register and the deadlines here.

In The News

KSAT: Texas A&M University-San Antonio ready to make history with debut of basketball programs 

 

San Antonio Express-News: A&M-San Antonio Basketball Teams Debut With Split Decision  

 

 The Chronicle of Higher Education: Energizing Alumni: Engagement and advancement for a strong institution

Student Counseling Center: 24/7

  • Madla 120
  • (210) 784-1331
  • Dial 2 for after-hours support

ABOUT THE GROWLER

The Growler is a campus 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. The Marketing and Communications Department curates the content of The Growler.

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