Two girls looking at camera giving Aggie Gig 'em thumbs up.

For Kendra Alfaro ‘27, being a tour guide with Texas A&M Residence Life is more than just about leading tours, it’s about helping future Aggies feel confident stepping into the new chapter of their lives in college.

Carlos Cruz ’27, a Public Health major on the pre-med track, mentors first-generation Aggies through Texas A&M Residence Life. As the first in his family to attend college, he shares his experience to guide others.

Two female students sitting together smiling while working on their computer on the desk

As we begin to have shorter days with the time change, many students notice a change in their energy, mood and even motivation.

four students, amle and female displayed their award certificates together.

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M University’s Department of Residence Life hosted the 12th Annual Sustainability Dinner and Awards on Oct. 8, bringing together exceptional students, faculty and staff to celebrate and recognize campus-wide sustainability initiatives.

Mia Rincon and Alisa Sexton

Residence Life at Texas A&M is more than just housing, it’s where students grow as leaders, find community and discover new opportunities.

A bedroom for student with a bed and white bedsheet with a lamp, a night stand and pillows on the bed.

Don’t be afraid to add your personality to your room! Think items like cozy bedding, throw pillows, pictures of loved ones, your favorite band poster, or a plant.

A woman sits on the grass planting a tree.

To cultivate the healing power of mindfulness requires much more than mechanically following a recipe or set of instructions. - Jon Kabat-Zin

A male student wearing a maroon shirt with the gigem sign

Jisoo Lee '26 pursues the American dream through citizenship while finding community at Texas A&M University.