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March 4, 2025

University News and Updates

No Hesitation, Just Registration


Priority registration for Fall 2025 will happen from March 24 through March 28. Based on your classification, you will have a specific date and time throughout the week when your registration period will begin. Check the full schedule and be prepared to register!

View the Registration Schedule

Volunteer for Ring Days


Don't miss your chance to make this day special for our Jaguars as they receive their class rings. Sign up to volunteer to help with Ring Days and be one of the first to congratulate our Jaguars on this achievement and celebrate them and their accomplishments!


Volunteer Shifts:


  • Friday, April 4 | 1 -8 p.m. (dinner provided)
  • Saturday, April 5 | 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (breakfast provided)
  • Saturday, April 5 | 1-8 p.m. (lunch provided)
Volunteer

Join the Public Policy Scholars Program (PPSP)

 

Apply to live and work in Washington, DC through PPSP!


The clock is ticking on your chance to impact policy on the national level. The application deadline for the PPSP, a new initiative across the Texas A&M University System, is quickly approaching. Undergraduate students from all 11 Texas A&M University System universities are encouraged to apply.


Application deadline is Wednesday, March 5, at 5 p.m.

Learn More and Apply

AI Explore Days


During the spring semester, students, faculty and staff are invited to stop by for AI Explore Days. These events, held on the following Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. in the University Library (BLH) Room 202, will be a chance to learn about new generative AI tools and how to use them effectively.


  • March 5
  • March 19
  • April 2
  • April 16



RSVPs are not required. If you’re interested in attending but can’t make it, please reach out to Ashley Teufel at ateufel@tamusa.edu.

RTW Spring 2025 Intake Sessions


Ready to Work is San Antonio’s premier training, education, and employment program. Learn about the SA Ready to Work program, travel opportunities, skills for higher-paying jobs, financial assistance, case management, and educational support to help you achieve your career goals in high-demand industries.


Wednesday, March 19 | 9 a.m. -12 p.m.

Science and Technology Building 169

Learn More

Upcoming Events

Safe Spring Break

Join the Jaguars Care Committee for the ultimate Spring Break kickoff! Get ready for an afternoon of fun and good vibes with fellow Jaguars


Wednesday, March 5 | 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

CAB Courtyard

Listen Up! Unraveling Fake News and Misinformation in a Noisy World


Thursday, March 6 | 2- 3 p.m.

Library Computer Room 202, Business Library Hall


Nuestro Shakespeare: My Testimonio on Transformation and Borderlands Shakespeare


Dr. Jesus Montaño, assistant professor of English at Baylor University, will discuss his new book, "Young Latinx Shakespeares," and how young adult authors engage with Shakespeare to open new cultural terrains.


Thursday, March 6 at 12:30 p.m. | Patriots' Casa.


Lunch will be provided at 12 p.m. in Patriots' Casa.

Grad Fair

Meet with various office to prepare for graduation, order you cap, gown and ring.



Tuesday, March 18 | 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.

CAB Lobby

Vibe Check

Stop by for a mental health check in and paletas.


Thursday, March 20 | 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

CAB Lobby

Jobs and Java: Marketing your Career


Join First-Year Experience and the Mays Center to learn useful career readiness tools and engage in mini-workshops. Dress semi-professionally, there will be off-campus employers present and an opportunity for headshots.


Tuesday, March 25 | 2-4 p.m.

BLH Multipurpose Room

Zine Workshop


Learn about the history and different techniques for making zines and reproducing it. Supplies and instructions will be provided.


Wednesday March 26 | 4-5 p.m.

Classroom Hall 304

Visit JagSync for more upcoming events.

JagSync

University Highlights

Esports Showdown of System Campuses from Across the Lone Star State


A&M-San Antonio Esports hosted the largest in-person esports matchup in Texas A&M University System history at the Boeing Center at Tech Port on Feb. 22. The competition Featured teams from multiple A&M campuses.

University Celebrates Inaugural Spring Homecoming 


The University has wrapped up its first-ever Homecoming, bringing the Jaguar community together for a week of fun and tradition from Feb. 16-22. With the theme "Deep in the Heart of Texas," the celebration featured everything from a chili cook-off to the crowning of Jaguar Royalty, helping establish a beloved new tradition.

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

A&M-SA Today

Student Resources

Volunteer at the General's Store


Volunteer hours



  • Restock Tuesday | 2-3 p.m.
  • Wednesday | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Thursday | 2-5 p.m.
Sign up

Visit the Student Resource page for more.

Athletics 

Inaugural Class Alum Donates to Fuel Basketball Program’s Success


Ryan Bergmann, ’09, remembers A&M-San Antonio before it had a basketball team. Now he’s one of the first donors helping support the program grow. Honored during Homecoming 2025, Bergmann’s support for Jaguar Athletics is his way of giving back to student-athletes.

University’s Women’s Basketball Team Has History-Making Run


A&M-San Antonio’s women’s basketball team secured a spot in the Red River Athletic Conference Tournament in its historic inaugural season. The Jaguars beat Huston-Tillotson, making it to the semi-finals where they fell to LSU Shreveport.

View the full Jaguar Athletics schedule

Reminders

About The Spotlight

The Spotlight is the official Texas A&M-San Antonio electronic newsletter for students. The Spotlight is published by University Marketing and Strategic Communications every other Tuesday of each month during the fall and spring semesters, providing insight on A&M-SA events, student opportunities, athletics, and more. If you would like to submit content for the Spotlight, submit this form by 5 p.m. CT on a Monday the week before publication.

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