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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2025

New Student Newsletter

Welcome to the Spring 2025 semester! Texas A&M-San Antonio is excited to share its newest student newsletter, The Spotlight. This newsletter will be sent every other Tuesday throughout the semester to students. It is your one-stop shop for the latest news, updates, events, and stories happening around A&M-San Antonio. We encourage you to check this regularly for important updates to stay involved and engaged with the campus. Enjoy!

University News and Updates

Week of Welcome

Join us on campus for a week of events welcoming students back to the spring semester. 

Wednesday, Jan. 22:



• International New Student Orientation | Sci Tech 169 | 12 p.m.
• Part-time and On-Campus Job Fair | Sci Tech Lobby | 1 p.m.
• You've got mail: Letter writing week | Library 103 | 4 p.m.
• C.A.B. Movie Night: Scooby Doo (2002) | Auditorium | 7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 23:

• Involvement Fair | Madla Lawn | 2:30 p.m.
• Clay Casa | Ceremony Room | 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 24:

• Jaguar Takeover | Escapeoligy Escape Rooms | 7 p.m.

Your 1098-T Tax Form: What It Is and When It's Available

The 1098-T form, which reports your qualified tuition and related expenses for the year, will be available by January 31. This form is important for tax filing, and you can access it through your student portal.

For step-by-step instructions visit the

1098-T Information Guide. 

Bookstore Moving to Madla Building in February

The University Bookstore is moving from its current location in the Central Academic Building to the Madla Building in February. 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.

Upcoming Events

Spring 2025 Part-Time & On-Campus Job Fair

Jan. 22 2025

SciTech 1st Floor Lobbies

1-4 p.m.

Jaguar Meets Runway: Career Closet Fashion Show



Feb. 6 2025

C.A.B Courtyard

11 a.m.- 1 p.m. 

Visit JagSync for more upcoming events.

University Highlights

Local Nonprofit Shines a Spotlight on Student Chloe Bruno

After overcoming significant adversity, Bruno is now a senior majoring in cybersecurity with her sights set on working for the Federal Bureau of Investigation after she graduates.

University Unveils Free Laptop Loaner Program

With a swipe of their ID, students can now rent a laptop using a library kiosk. The service is one of several University initiatives designed to enhance access to technology and help students achieve academic and career success.

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

Student Resources

As a new semester begins, students are encouraged to utilize the many resources available to them.

• Jap App
• Military Affairs
• Student Business Services
• Student Counseling Center

Visit the Student Resource page for more.

Are You Following Us?

Check out our official TAMUSA social accounts to see what is happening around campus, be informed on the latest news, and check out what your fellow Jaguars are up to.

Make Sure You’re Registered

Registration for Spring 2025 is still going on! You can sign up for classes on Jagwire. Don't wait; registration for Spring 2025 ends Jan. 28.

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Athletics 

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

Basketball Home Games:



Jan. 23: vs. Texas College

• Women's 5:30 p.m. | Men's 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 1: vs. North American

• Women's 1 p.m. | Men's 3 p.m.

Feb. 8: vs. Our Lady of the Lake

• Women's 1 p.m. | Men's 3 p.m.

Games tickets are free for students.

Aguilar Named Offensive Player of the Year

Junior forward Ronald Aguilar made history as the Jaguars’ first NAIA All-American, earning a spot on the 2024 Third Team. The RRAC Offensive Player of the Year led the conference with 19 goals and 40 points, ranking fourth and 12th nationally in those categories.