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Tuesday, February 4, 2025

University News and Updates

2025 Homecoming

February 16 - 22, 2025

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is making history with its first official Homecoming! The week will be about building Jaguar traditions, bringing the campus community together, and celebrating school spirit. This year's theme is "Deep in the Heart of Texas."

Homecoming Team Competitions

Student organizations and university departments, get ready to compete for the Homecoming "BUCKLE" Trophy through a week of fun events. Teams will compete to earn points in up to five events throughout the week. The team with the most points across all events wins.

Who Can Participate?

All students, student organizations and university departments may participate. Student organizations need a minimum of five students to participate. Departments need a minimum of five students, faculty and/or staff.

Deadline to Register: Friday, Feb. 9, by 11:59 p.m.

Competition Events:

Feb. 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Spirit Board Decorating – Design a board showcasing school pride

Feb. 18 | 6-8 p.m.

Saddle Up Relay – Navigate a Western-themed obstacle course

Feb. 19 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Chili Cook-Off – Compete for the title of Top Chili Cowboy

Feb. 19 | 6-8 p.m.

Texas Trivia – Test your knowledge of Texas history and culture

Nominate Your 2025 Jaguar Royalty

Nominations are open for Jaguar Royalty and the Royal Court. This tradition recognizes student leaders who exemplify school spirit, leadership, and excellence.

Nomination Process

Student organizations and university departments may nominate up to two candidates. Self-nominations are not allowed. Please confirm with your nominee before submitting.

Nominate a deserving student who represents Jaguar pride and campus traditions.

Join the Paws to Lead Mentorship Program

As a mentor, you’ll dedicate just three hours each month to connect with and support your mentee by building meaningful relationships and empowering future leaders.

Program Timeline:

• Application Deadline: Feb. 14
• Orientation: Feb. 28
• Mentorship Period: March 1 – May 16

San Antonio Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program

Students in the A&M-SA College of Business and the City of San Antonio Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program are providing FREE income tax return preparation services February 26-27 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. to eligible A&M-SA community members. Services will be provided by in-person appointments on campus.

JAGRISE 2025

JAGRISE is an annual showcase of exciting new scholarship from our undergraduate and graduate students, and our faculty at A&M-San Antonio.

Learn more and apply to be part of the three day event that includes the Three-Minute Thesis Competition and Student Research Symposium.



Wednesday, April 23

1-2 p.m. Kickoff Event & Keynote speaker

3-5 p.m. Three-Minute Thesis Competition

Vista Room

Thursday, April 24

11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.Three-Minute Thesis Winners Showcase

1-7 p.m. Student Research Symposium

Friday, April 25

9-11 a.m. Faculty Research Showcase

12-1 p.m. Awards Assembly & Closing Event

Check the website for submission deadlines.

Public Policy Scholars Program

Impact policy on a national level

Discover how Public Policy Scholars Program (PPSP) initiative offers Undergraduate students a unique opportunity to live, work, and study in Washington, D.C. for an entire semester.

Zoom Informationals:

• Wednesday, February 12 | 6 p.m. | Zoom Link
• Thursday, February 13 | 6 p.m. | Zoom Link

Fall 2025 application deadline: Wednesday, March 5 at 5 p.m.

Spring 2026 application deadline: Wednesday, April 2 at 5 p.m.

If you have any questions reach out to Krystina Irvin, Director of Experiential Learning.

Upcoming Events

District 3: 2nd Annual Sustainability Symposium

Saturday, Feb. 8

8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Auditorium

Spring 25 JCPenney Suit-Up Event

Saturday, Feb. 8

11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

JCPenney, 2418 SW Military Dr, San Antonio, Texas

Learn Play Empower

Thursday, Feb. 6

2-3:30 p.m.

Library Computer Room 202

Visit JagSync for more upcoming events.

University Highlights

Students Present on Historic Legal Case at National Conference

Graduate students, Kathryn Miller and Nathan Cruz, presented their research on the historic Ethan Crumbley case at the Education Law Association’s annual conference. Their work explored parental liability in school shootings and its implications for educational law and school safety. As they prepare for graduation, both students are already planning their next research presentation for the upcoming ELA conference

Check out A&M-SA Today for more University news and featured stories.

Student Resources

Love Your #Selfie - Group Therapy

Sessions will be Thursdays

Starting February 20 to April 3

2- 3 p.m.

Student Counseling Center, Madla Building 120

Bexar County VSO Benefits Workshop

Veteran Service Officer (VSO) will be presenting and providing insights into the range of benefits you can access. This workshop is designed to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to make the most of your entitlements.



Thursday, Feb. 13

3-5 p.m.

Ceremony Room

Student Aid Saturday

Need to complete your FAFSA or TASFA Application for the 2025-2026 Academic Aid year?

Get assistance in completing your application. Bring your laptop and 2023 tax information for easier processing. No registration needed.

Saturday, Feb. 8

9:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Cafe College, 131 El Paso Street

Visit the Student Resource page for more.

Athletics 

Come out and support our Jaguars. Join us at these upcoming games:

Saturday, Feb. 8: vs. Our Lady of the Lake

Women's 1 p.m. | Men's 3 p.m.

Thursday, Feb 20: vs. Southwest (N.M.) 

Women's 5:30 p.m. | Men's 7:30 p.m.

Games tickets are free for students.

Reminders

Bookstore Moving to Madla Building in February

The University Bookstore will be closed Feb. 7 and is moving from its current location in the Central Academic Building to the Madla Building on Feb. 10. The current Bookstore location will be renovated into a lounge for the campus community.

Spring 2025 Library Hours

The University Library will begin our expanded hours on the first day of the Spring 2025 semester. Their hours will be:

Monday-Thursday | 8 a.m.-12 a.m.

Friday - Saturday | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday | 1 p.m. - 12 a.m.

If you have any questions, please contact the library at library@tamusa.edu.