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Howdy, first-year families! At your New Student Conference (NSC), all guests received a 2023-2024 Family Calendar & Resource Guide. New Student & Family Programs (NSFP) provides this guide as a quick glance of much-needed resources and information for Texas A&M families.
Here is an overview of what to find in the '23-'24 guide:
Campus Resource List
- Find an extensive list of campus resources available to all students.
- Useful for when your student calls home (“what do I do?”). Families are highly encouraged to redirect their students to our on-campus resources.
Aggie Family Checklist & Bucket List
- Friendly reminders are provided for first-year students and families regarding Health & Safety, Finances, and Family To-Dos.
- 12-item Aggie bucket list for the family member to complete (visiting the Bonfire Memorial, Aggie Ring Day, sporting events, etc.)
Parent & Family Programs Information
- Learn about the Aggie Parent & Family Ambassadors (APFA) and how these student leaders provide fellowship and connection to the Aggie Family.
- Understand more about the mission and values of Parents & Family Programs.
Campus Lingo & Campus Traditions
- Learn more about the Texas A&M lingo and traditions that your student will be a part of!
Family Expectations Worksheet &
- Developed by the Parent & Family Advisory Council to have a facilitated conversation with your student regarding expectations, such as communication, living away from home, budgeting, etc.
Campus Safety
- Learn more about University Health Services, Counseling Services, Code Maroon, and Green Dot.
Campus Map & Academic Calendar
- Find important locations on campus and have your own calendar with need-to-know dates in Aggieland.
- Space is provided to take any additional notes and to fill in information about your student’s class schedule.
To access the 2023-2024 Family Calendar & Resource Guide PDF: 2023-2024 Family Calendar & Resource Guide
For any additional information, please contact New Student & Family Programs at familyprograms@tamu.edu
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