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Services for Students
Academic Advising
Within each college of the University, academic advising
is coordinated and supervised by an associate or assistant
dean. Within departments of the various colleges, faculty members
or advising specialists are available to assist students with
course selection, academic program planning and curriculum-related
advising in general. If a student has special problems, the
department head, associate dean or assistant dean may be consulted.
The Center for Academic Enhancement provides supplementary
academic assistance in the form of tutoring, individualized
instruction, self-paced materials, workshops and classes for
all students. The Student Counseling Service also provides
a variety of learning skills, educational planning, career
decision making and personal counseling services for students.
The Office of Honors Programs and Academic Scholarships assists
students in the selection of Honors course and independent
study opportunities available through the University Honors
Program and advises holders of major academic scholarships
on scholarship retention criteria.
Center for Academic Enhancement
The Center for Academic Enhancement,
located in the Blocker building, administers and coordinates
many retention and academic
support programs for students at Texas A&M University.
The Center offers credit-bearing courses including CAEN 101:
Succeeding in College, which examines critical theories of
learning with application to academic performance, and CAEN
102: Career Awareness, which explores the planning of career
and life goals, the acquisition of marketable skills and the
realities of the new professional's life. Courses in reading,
writing and mathematics skills are offered in compliance with
the Texas Academic Skills Program legislative mandate.
Supplemental Instruction (SI)
is offered for selected course sections. Sessions are led by
a peer who has successfully completed the course, is approved
by the course instructor and is trained by professional staff
to assist students in processing material, preparing for exams
and discussing and comparing lecture notes and reading assignments.
All students enrolled in the course section are eligible to
attend the free SI study sessions.
The Independent
Study Lab is available for students needing assistance
in reading, writing, mathematics and study skills. Services
are provided on a drop-in basis or by appointment. Self-help
resources for standardized test preparation or earning course
credit through credit by examination are available. In addition,
students have access to personal computers and educational
software.
Office of Professional School Advising
Each year, hundreds of Texas A&M graduates begin further
study in the health professions, law, or graduate school. Students
completing undergraduate degrees at Texas A&M are well-prepared
to excel in further study in a wide array of disciplines. While
degree planning is conducted with an academic advisor in the
student's major department, the Office of Professional School
Advising (OPSA) assists all students and former students who
wish to further their educations after the bachelor's degree.
Advising experts in the OPSA possess the most up-to-date information
on admissions requirements and application strategies. They
use this expertise to assist students who plan to enter graduate
or professional school by advising on course selection, specific
prerequisites, admissions test, trends, and application essays.
OPSA also collects and disseminates letters of recommendation
for most health professions programs and for law school.
Most health professions require that applicants complete
particular courses and participate in observation or research
programs. Law schools do not favor particular majors, but prefer
students with broad-based experiences. Graduate programs are
the most diverse in their preferences and requirements, in
part because they cover every area of study, from engineering
and business, to social studies and education. Students are
encouraged to contact an OPSA advisor as soon as they contemplate
additional education.
Pre-Medical and Pre-Health Professions
Advisory Services
The Office of Professional School Advising offers advising
services for students in all academic majors preparing for
careers in medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, podiatry
and other health careers. The office is available to all students
seeking information regarding pre-professional course requirements,
admissions tests and applications to professional schools.
In addition, recommendation letters are kept on file and disseminated
to professional schools at the student's request. Medical and
dental schools require that students submit application materials
through the Texas A&M Health Professions Advisory Committee
which is based in this office.
Pre-Law Advisory Services
Schools of law do not require a particular major nor any
specific course prerequisites. Pre-law students are encouraged
to seek a broad-based education with particular emphasis on
communication skills, both written and oral, and on analytical
skills. Courses and majors in areas such as the humanities,
social and natural sciences, business and mathematics familiarize
students with issues that affect society and skills to address
them. The Office of Professional School Advising is equipped
to provide students with information about law schools, the
LSAT, letters of recommendation and financial aid as well as
to advise pre-law students on application procedures and professional
objectives. Recommendation letters and a dean's form dissemination
service are also offered.
Library Facilities
Sterling C. Evans Library
The University Libraries complex consists of the Sterling
C. Evans Library and Annex, the Cushing Memorial Library
and Archives, the West Campus Library and the Policy Sciences
and Economics Library located in the Allen Building at the
George Bush Presidential Library Center and the Medical Sciences
Library. The University's principal research collections,
numbering approximately 2.8 million volumes and 5.2 million
microforms, are housed in the centrally located Sterling
C. Evans Library and Annex with seating for more than 4,000
readers. Currently more than 50 group study areas are available
for students, faculty and staff.
The Advanced Studies Division staff provide assistance
in using the reference collections as well as the general
collection and specialized collections such as government
documents and microform materials. Over 550 national and
international electronic citation databases are available
to students in the library and remotely. Scores of these
files comprise citations to research literature, and a growing
number of databases of full-text information from journals
and other information sources are also available. Reference
services provide a broad program of library instruction,
ranging from orientation tours to class sessions on subject-specific
resources and research techniques.
The Cushing Memorial Library and Archives, repository for
rare books, manuscripts, special collections and archives,
is located on the west side of Evans Library, across from
the Academic Building.
The Educational Media Services (EdMS) on the fourth floor
of the Annex provides audiovisual and multimedia services
and videotape resources. It offers database and Internet
searching for reference purposes. Multimedia authoring and
development software such as Authorware, Director and Photoshop
is also available.
Through the online catalog,
LibCat, users can access the Library's books and thousands
of journal articles by author,
title, subject and keyword searching. The bulk of the collections
are organized according to the Library of Congress classification
system. An "open stack" arrangement allows free
access to all materials except those in Special Collections
and Archives.
Approximately 36,632 serial titles are currently received,
including some 150 state, national and foreign newspapers.
The library is a depository for selected U.S. Federal documents.
The library is also a depository for Texas State documents
and U.S. patents. An extensive collection of technical reports
is also housed in the library.
The West Campus Library primarily serves the Mays Business
School. It has a limited, specialized collection of 650 periodicals,
reference works and current monographs in business. The Library
has reading space for 1,000. A document delivery service
delivers materials between the Evans Library, the West Campus
Library, and the Medical Sciences Library. The focus of the
West Campus Library is the R. C. Barclay Reference and Retailing
Resources Center. The Barclay Center offers a variety of
electronic resources, including compact disk and online databases
as well as access to the Internet, to serve the needs of
business. Staff offer instruction on searching databases
and consultation for specific information needs.
The Policy Sciences and Economics Library in the Allen
Building has a limited, specialized collection of periodicals,
reference works and current monographs in political science,
government and public service and economics. It also offers
several hundred electronic journals and databases.
Information and services for these libraries can be accessed
on the web at library.tamu.edu.
Medical Sciences Library
The Medical Sciences Library
serves the College of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University Health Science Center,
and, as of 2004, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
The library houses a specialized collection of biomedical
books, journals, and electronic resources as well as related
materials in the areas of agriculture and the life sciences,
such as biochemistry, animal science, nutrition, and the
plant sciences. The Medical Sciences Library's collection
includes over 100,000 volumes of journals and books in
print and other media, including electronic formats. The
library currently receives 1,400 subscriptions to biomedical
journals in print format and more than 1,600 electronically.
The major biomedical and health sciences databases, such
as MEDLINE, are accessible from the libraries' website,
as are the major agricultural and life sciences databases,
such as AGRICOLA. As one of the Texas A&M University
Libraries, the Medical Sciences Library offers access to
more than 17,000 electronic journals and almost 600 databases
from its website.
Through outreach programs, MSL also offers access to
biomedical information to local health institutions, as
well as health care professionals in the community and
immediate region. In addition, as the only veterinary library
in Texas, MSL serves veterinarians statewide. The staff
also works with remote extension service sites to meet
information needs for agricultural users throughout Texas.
While the professional staff provides reference services
to local and remote customers, the staff also provides
instruction in database searching and managing biomedical
and agricultural information. In addition, librarians attend
rounds in veterinary clinics, providing information for
patient care decisions. The MSL administers the only Clinical
Veterinary Librarian program in the nation.
Open extensive hours to serve the students, staff and
faculty of the TAMU System, the Medical Sciences Library
offers remote access to its catalog and other electronic
resources through its website at library.tamu.edu. For
more information about MSL's services and policies, please
visit its website or call 979-845-7428.
George Bush Presidential Library Center
In 1997, Texas A&M
became the home of the George Bush Presidential Library Center,
comprised of the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum,
the George Bush School of Government and Public Service,
and the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation. The
George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, a 69,000 square
foot state-of-the-art facility, is dedicated to the preservation,
research, and exhibit of the official records, personal papers,
and memorabilia of George Bush, the 41st President of the
United States. The Library also sponsors numerous exhibits.
The George Bush School is a graduate school that offers a
master's degree in public service and administration and
a master's degree in international affairs, conducts research,
and performs service, and is the setting for numerous academic
conferences. The activities of the Library and the George
Bush School are supplemented by a wide variety of programs
supported by the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation.
Since its opening, the Library Center has attracted over
one million visitors to the A&M campus.
Computing Resources
Students enjoy a rich computing
environment at Texas A&M
University. All students have full access to the Internet,
e-mail, personal Web pages, and computer labs. Resources range
from hundreds of microcomputers to multi-user systems to supercomputers.
The residence halls have connections to the Internet for
every student; off-campus access is provided by university
dial-up access and by high-speed connections through local
commercial Internet service providers. Help is available around
the clock, and free short courses on computing topics are offered
throughout the year.
E-mail accounts can be set up for viewing on a student's
own computer in their residence hall or apartment or online
at any of the computer labs. A Web server is provided for students
to create personal Web pages. Many classes provide online information
and communication using the WebCT course management system.
Access to the Internet is also
part of each student's resources. The university's network
is connected directly to the Internet
via multiple 155 megabit per second connections. Texas A&M
is a member of the Internet2 project and is connected to its
high-speed Abilene network. There are over 35,000 computers
connected to the campus computer network, ranging from departmental
microcomputers to the university's supercomputers.
Internet access is readily available
for all students, regardless of where they live. For students
living on campus, each residence
hall room is wired with two Ethernet connections. For those
living off-campus, Texas A&M provides dial-up access to
the Internet through a modem bank of 56K V.90 modems. Texas
A&M's Computing and Information Services (CIS) department
offers virtual private network (VPN) service and support for
cable modem and digital subscriber line (DSL) access. Wireless
Internet access is also available in the libraries, CIS Open
Access Computer Labs, most campus dining facilities and other
select campus locations.
There
are seven generally accessible computing labs located around
the campus. The
1,300 microcomputers in these seven labs are open to any
Texas A&M student. In addition to computers, these Open
Access Labs provide a variety of other resources including
specialized electronic printing systems, graphics equipment,
scanners and CD/DVD burners.
Students have easy access to support and training as well.
There are fully staffed help desks located in each of the Open
Access Labs, and CIS provides students with 24-hour a day telephone
support. Students can also take advantage of free short courses
to expand their skills or learn new applications.
Some students may need specialized
resources. Along with supporting both Windows and Macintosh
platforms, Texas A&M
offers multi-user and mainframe systems that are primarily
UNIX-based. CIS also operates Texas A&M's supercomputing
facility that includes one IBM and three SGI supercomputers.
Texas A&M also provides adaptive technology support resources
for students with disabilities including textbook scanning,
adaptive software, specialty hardware and equipment training.
In addition to generally accessible resources, there are
many departmental computing systems that provide support to
particular groups of users. These include local area networks,
microcomputers and several hundred high performance workstations.
There are also a variety of other plotters, scanners, film
recorders and video capture devices available on campus. Almost
all of these resources are connected to the campus-wide network.
More information about computing resources is available on
the Web at cis.tamu.edu.
University Writing Center
The University Writing Center
(UWC) supports efforts to promote writing instruction in
all disciplines at Texas A&M University.
The UWC provides faculty and undergraduates with the opportunity
to enhance written communications skills through consultation
with experienced writers, and through other means such as workshops
and access to print and electronic resources.
Services to students include the opportunity to enhance written
communication skills by means of face-to-face or on-line consultations.
UWC consultants promote active, independent learning. Through
conferencing, students become involved with the process of
writing; they learn to draw on personal resources and to make
editorial decisions. Consultants do not edit or proofread;
however, they do teach editing and proofreading skills and
help students learn to identify strengths and weaknesses in
their writing. For a full range of student services, visit
uwc.tamu.edu/students.
Faculty members are invited to use UWC to assist in the development
of writing-intensive courses. They will find information about
writing-intensive courses and help with writing pedagogy on
the UWC website. Individual consultations or workshops on topics
related to writing-intensive courses can be arranged by calling
(979) 458-1455 or by visiting uwc.tamu.edu/faculty.
The UWC is located on the second floor of Evans Library (1.214).
Appointments can be made by calling (979) 458-1455 or by visiting
uwc.tamu.edu. Hours of operation are Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-10
p.m. and Friday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
ATMentors
ATMentors is a group of about
400 faculty, staff and administrators all over campus who
volunteer extra office hours to be available
to students who "just want to talk" to someone, about
anything.
Mentors advise students in their
areas of experience and competence, and they are trained
to be effective referral sources
to other A&M services when students need additional or
specialized assistance. Most importantly, Mentors provide a
caring and non-judgmental ear when a student just needs to
talk.
There are Mentors in almost every department and almost every
building on campus. Mentors display plaques on their doors
to help students quickly identify them.
Students and parents/families also can contact the Mentors
Program Office for a confidential referral to a Mentor by calling
(979) 845-6900. The membership directory is also available
on the web at mentors.tamu.edu.
Student Counseling Service
Students are invited to talk with counselors and psychologists
about any concerns that affect their academic progress, educational
goals, choice of career, personal-social effectiveness or emotional
well-being. In counseling, the focus is on assisting students
with developing academic, career choice and personal skills;
understanding themselves and their concerns; and making decisions
and changes that they judge are best for them. The following
services are provided for students:
Academic Counseling provides individual
and group assistance with study skills, test taking, time
management, etc. Also available is a self-help
lab, information about academic support services such as
tutoring, help desks and study skills handouts.
Career Counseling assists with learning
about one's interests, personality, values and various career
opportunities in order to make
informed career choices.
Personal Counseling is a process of self-discovery
and growth. It can help to increase self-confidence, improve
relationships, solve
problems, achieve educational goals, and make good decisions
for emotional, intellectual, physical, and spiritual well
being. Individual, couple, and group counseling is available.
Educational Planning helps students choose
an academic major (departmental or college academic advisors
assist students with selecting
classes).
Computer Assisted Career
Guidance assists
with matching interests, abilities and values with career
alternatives.
Test Interpretation of study skills,
career interest and personality inventories assigned by counselors
assists students with improving learning
skills, selecting a major and career, and developing self-understanding.
Workshops are provided on a variety of
topics related to study skills improvement and choosing a
major.
Academic and Career Resource Center includes
up-to-date and comprehensive libraries of academic, educational
and career self-help information that are available
for use without an appointment.
Individual
Counseling consists
of meeting with a counselor for 45 to 50 minutes to focus
on academic, career, and personal concerns.
Group Counseling provides
an opportunity for group members to discuss concerns with
others who are experiencing similar challenges in order
to learn more effective ways of dealing with them. Typically
two group leaders serve as facilitators for a variety of
academic, career, and personal issues.
Couple Counseling may
be the best approach for two people in a committed relationship.
This can provide an effective opportunity to
better understand each other, and learn more effective ways
of communicating and nurturing the relationship.
Relaxation Training (Biofeedback) is a method that assists in improving health
and well-being, in learning to control and better manage
physical and mental processes, and in coping effectively
with stress and anxiety.
HelpLine provides
support information, referral and crisis intervention.
It is available evenings and weekends by calling (979)
845-2700
(V/TTY). When the HelpLine is closed, call the Mental Health
Authority of Brazos Valley (MHMR) at 979-822-6467 or 800-282-6467.
If in-person assistance is needed, go to the emergency room
at St. Joseph Regional Health Center or College Station Medical
Center.
Crisis Counseling for
urgent situations can be accessed preferably from 10 a.m.-4
p.m. Monday-Friday at the Student Counseling Service
in Henderson Hall, but is available anytime during the regular
business hours of 8 a.m.-5 p.m. After 4 p.m. the HelpLine
(845-2700,V/TTY) is available to provide crisis assistance
by telephone.
Referral
Resource helps to refer
students to other specialized services, including long
term counseling, that are elsewhere on campus
on in the community.
The Student Counseling Service respects the confidential
nature of counseling sessions to the limits provided by law,
and no record of a student's visits is made on an academic
transcript or in a placement file. Except for certain special
services, no fees are charged for counseling.
Information about counseling services may be obtained by
calling (979) 845-4427 or by going to the Student Counseling
Service located in Henderson Hall. Information is also available
online at scs.tamu.edu, including how to schedule an initial
appointment.
Student Health Services
(accredited by Accreditation for Ambulatory Health Care)
Student Health Services is an
accredited ambulatory health care provider serving the Texas
A&M University student
body by providing primary health care services and promoting
health through prevention and education.
Appointments to see a health care provider are available
Monday-Friday, 7:40 a.m.-5 p.m. To make appointments, call
(979) 845-6111, between 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
All current students who have paid the Student Health Services
fee are entitled to receive services at the A.P. Beutel Student
Health Services. Visits to medical care providers, physical
therapy, ambulance service on campus, consultation with certain
medical specialists or health educators, and health programs,
and resources are available at a reduced cost.
Good health is important to achieving full potential in academic,
career and personal goals. A variety of health care services
are available to help maintain and promote optimal health.
Medical Clinic/Immediate
Care. Health
care practitioners provide medical care through the diagnosis
and treatment of short-term, acute illness
and on-going health problems. Referrals are made as necessary.
Preventive Medicine. Services include
immunizations for students, overseas travel or employment
purposes. Tuberculosis screening is also available.
Allergy injections can be given at the Health Center. The
student must provide the antigen and care orders from their
allergist.
Women's Clinic. The Clinic offers
gynecological services, clinical breast exams, contraception
counseling and prescriptions, and other
primary care services relating to women's health.
Specialty Clinics. A limited number
of specialists may be available for consultation in the Student
Health Service upon referral by health care
providers.
Medical Laboratory. Registered medical
technologists perform a wide range of routine hematological,
chemical and bacteriological diagnostic
tests in the College of American Pathology (CAP) accredited
medical laboratory. Laboratory services are available at
a reduced cost.
Radiology. Registered radiologic
technologists provide a variety of diagnostic radiographic
procedures (x-rays). Copies of films
may be provided. Radiological services are available at a
reduced cost.
Ambulance Service/EMS. EMS provides
ambulance service to all students, faculty, staff and visitors
on the Texas
A&M University College
Station campus 24-hours a day/365 days a year. If a situation
requires an ambulance, call the campus emergency telephone
number 9-911. The cost of ambulance transport is covered
by the Student Health Service fee for enrolled students only.
Dial-A-Nurse. Staffed by registered
nurses, Dial-A-Nurse is available 24 hours a day, 365 days
each year by calling (979) 845-2822.
Nurses advise students regarding self-care for minor ailments,
and over-the-counter medications.
Health Education. Health Education
provides information, presentations and individual counseling
on health issues including HIV/sexual
health, nutrition and general wellness. Health education
also coordinates campus-wide health events including the
annual TAMU Health Fair.
Pharmacy. Staffed by registered
pharmacists, the pharmacy dispenses student prescriptions
from Student Health Services providers and personal physicians.
Individual counseling on all new prescriptions is provided.
Over-the-counter products are also available.
Physical Therapy. Licensed physical
therapists provide preventive and rehabilitative services
for conditions that affect the muscles, bones and
joints with a prescription from a health care provider.
Career Center
The Career Center provides comprehensive services to assist
students in planning their careers, gaining work-related experience
and securing professional employment upon graduation through
the programs of Career Education, Experiential Education and
Employment Services.
Career Education services are provided to assist students
with their career development at every stage of their college
careers. Through outreach activities, incoming students are
introduced to the Career Library, Career Advising and the importance
of early career planning. Students can utilize computer-assisted
career guidance programs to begin career exploration. Career
advising is offered via individual appointments, walk-in advising
and email. Several thousand students attend a variety of workshops
and sponsored programs given by the Career Center each year,
including Internship Job Search, Interview Savvy, Behavioral
Interviewing, Academic Job Search, Jobs in Government and many,
many others. The Center's comprehensive website also features
extensive occupational and job search information. Additionally,
on-site career advisors are available for students in the life
sciences, business, liberal arts, engineering and the Corps
of Cadets.
Experiential Education provides services to students seeking
Cooperative Education, Internship and Work Abroad experiences
related to their major or career choice. Cooperative Education
is an academic program that formally integrates classroom studies
with applied learning in a work setting under the guidance
of experienced professionals. Students are employed in business,
industry and government. These first professional experiences
are considered an integral part of the student's educational
preparation.
Employment Services provides
assistance to all students, both undergraduate and graduate,
seeking permanent and experiential
employment through on-campus interviewing, electronic resume
referral and job listings entered on the Center's homepage.
Texas A&M has one of the largest on-campus interviewing
programs in the United States. Assistance is also provided
to student athletes and to former students through the activities
of Career Services for Student Athletes and Former Students
Career Services. Services for student athletes include career
advising and job search assistance with professional and experiential
education employment. Services for former students include
job listings on the Internet, electronic resume referral, individual
career consultation, on-site programs for A&M clubs and
Aggie networking.
Further information about the services of the Career Center
can be found on the Internet at careercenter.tamu.edu, or call
(979) 845-5139. Please send inquiries to:
Texas A&M University Career Center
209 John J. Koldus Building
1233 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-1233
The Association of Former Students
The Association of Former Students is the foundation of the
world-renowned Aggie Network. With more than 280,000 members,
the Association proudly promotes the interests and welfare
of Texas A&M University, while maintaining ties of camaraderie
among former students. The Association's extensive support
of Texas A&M includes more than $4 million annually toward
the funding of student scholarships and financial aid, student
activities and awards, and faculty enrichment. The Association
of Former Students has the responsibility of protecting the
spirit and integrity of the Aggie Ring. The Aggie Ring is possibly
the most personal and visible symbol of Aggie pride.
Aggie Ring
The design of the Aggie Ring
is as deep in symbolism as it is in tradition. The shield
on the top of the Ring symbolizes
protection of the good reputation of the alma mater. The
13 stripes in the shield refer to the 13 original states
and symbolize the intense patriotism of graduates and undergraduates
of Texas A&M. The five stars in the shield refer to phases
of development of the student: mind or intellect, body, spiritual
attainment, emotional poise, and integrity of character.
The eagle is symbolic of agility and power, and the ability
to reach great heights.
One side of the Ring
symbolizes the seal of the State of Texas authorized by
the Constitution of 1845. The five-pointed star is encircled
with a wreath of olive or laurel leaves symbolizing the
strength to fight. They are joined at the bottom by an
encircling ribbon to show the necessity of joining these
two traits to accomplish one's ambition to serve.
The other side, with its ancient cannon, saber and rifle,
symbolizes that the citizens of Texas fought for their land
and are determined to defend their homeland. The saber stands
for valor and confidence. The rifle and cannon are symbols
of preparedness and defense. The crossed flags of the United
States and Texas recognize the dual allegiance to the nation
and state.
You can visit The
Association of Former Students and the Aggie Ring program
online at www.AggieNetwork.com.
Human Resources Department
The Human Resources Department (HR) is committed to creating
an environment for people to excel. With more than 10,000 full-time
faculty and staff in the Bryan/College Station area, HR provides
services to enhance the recruitment and retention of employees
to support educational opportunities for students.
Services include providing employees with a comprehensive
benefits package, access to job opportunities, training and
professional development opportunities. The department also
provides assistance with classification and compensation issues,
employee assistance programs, worker's compensation, policy
and procedure guidance, employee relations, work life services
and retirement counseling.
As ways are sought to foster an attitude in University employees
that embraces respect, leadership, service and life-long learning,
it is reflected in the quality of life for students. These
efforts pay off today on campus and tomorrow in the quality
of our graduates.
Students
attending school part-time and those about to graduate
can find employment
opportunities on the Texas A&M campus through several
channels. Full- and part-time nonacademic positions offer
graduating students and former students an opportunity to
be a part of the staff which supports the mission of the
University and the Vision 2020 initiative.
If
you are interested in being part of this effort as an employee
of Texas A&M
University, job listings are available at tamujobs.tamu.edu on the web. Applicants may search positions, apply online,
and request referrals 24/7. Local television channel 18 (KAMU)
is another source of job listings and is updated weekly.
As an additional service, the Employment Office provides
computers for use by applicants during regular business hours.
University Police
The Department of Security and
University Police is responsible for the protection of persons
and property of Texas A&M
University, and for the enforcement of the laws of the State
of Texas and the rules and regulations of Texas A&M University
as promulgated by the Texas Education Code. University police
are commissioned peace officers involved in regular foot and
vehicle patrol of campus, late-night security escorts, crime
prevention programs for the campus community, and criminal
investigations for the recovery of property and apprehension
of criminals. Non-commissioned security officers provide regular
security checks of buildings and property on campus. All University
personnel are requested to cooperate with University police
officers and security officers.
No firearms are allowed on University property or in vehicles
driven on campus. Special permission for bringing a weapon
on campus may be granted by the director of security and University
police or a designated representative.
In addition to the routine police matters, members of the
University Police conduct personal safety meetings, drug abuse
discussions and engage in other educational activities as requested
by recognized student groups.
The University Police Department is located in Research Park
on west campus, at 1111 Research Parkway.
Services for Students with Disabilities
Texas A&M University does not discriminate on the basis
of disabilities in admission or access to its programs. The
University has a strong commitment to its students with disabilities
and provides a variety of services and resources through the
Department of Student Life's Services for Students With Disabilities,
located in 126 JohnJ.Koldus Building, (979)845-1637, (voice/TDD),
email at ssd@tamu.edu or the Internet at studentlife.tamu.edu.
Students with documented disabilities such as mobility, hearing
or visual impairments, learning and/or psychological disorders
are eligible for services. Services for Students With Disabilities
coordinates such services as registration assistance, tape-recorded
texts, adaptive technology, testing accommodation and attendant
referrals. The Adaptive Technology Services lab, located in
Ramp B of Hart Hall, contains specially adapted computer equipment
and other adaptive technology for students with disabilities.
Student Conflict Resolution
Services
The Department of Student
Life's Student Conflict Resolution Services (SCRS) office
addresses various student disputes. Using SCRS allows students
to proactively develop conflict resolution skills and emulate
responsibility, respect and fairness. SCRS trains and consults
with two student groups, the Residence Hall Judicial Board
and the Interfraternity Council Judicial Board, and speaks
to student groups about legal issues, judicial processes
and resolution skills. Student Mediation Services can provide
assistance in resolving individual or group disputes via
a personal, confidential consultation with a professional
staff member specifically trained in state-certified mediation
programs. Student Legal Services helps students explore their
options with legal advice from a licensed attorney regarding
legal matters including consumer protection, auto accidents
and domestic relations law. Legal services are limited in
matters of litigation; the attorney cannot represent students
in court. Services may not be used in student complaints
against another student or the University. Student Judicial
Services interprets and upholds community standards as outlined
by the Texas A&M University Student Rules. Following
due process and emphasizing fairness, professional staff
members conduct confidential student judicial proceedings
when a student has allegedly violated a section of the Student
Rules. For more information contact the Department of Student
Life's Student Conflict Resolution Services, Student Life
Services Building, The Grove Annex, (979) 847-7272, email
at scrs@tamu.edu or on the website studentlife.tamu.edu.
Veterans Services
The Office of Veterans
Services is a part of the Department of Student Financial
Aid and is located in Room 224, Pavilion, (979) 845-8075.
This service is offered by Texas A&M to assist eligible
students in securing the benefits and services provided by
the Veterans Administration.
Vocational Rehabilitation
The Texas Rehabilitation
Commission (TRC) assists students who have a substantial
impediment to employment which results from a physical or
mental disability. The student must require Vocational Rehabilitation
services to prepare for, enter, engage in or retain employment
and must be capable of attaining employment. Inquiries regarding
services should be made with TRC located at 1115 Welsh, Suite
B, College Station, TX 77840, (979) 693-8804.
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