OUR WHY
The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning, and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations. As members of the university community, we are committed to a philosophy of shared responsibility that develops leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good, and we subscribe to the Texas A&M core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
DIRECTOR STAFF
The Director Staff provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Department of Student Activities, collaborating with university administration and student leaders to advance the department's mission. They handle high-level decision-making, policy development, and create a supportive environment for student engagement and success.
CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT AND TRADITIONS
Campus Engagement & Traditions houses and advises both the Student Government Association and Class Councils. The Student Government Association (SGA) is one of the largest organizations at Texas A&M, involving over 1,100 students who lead three branches of government, thirteen committees, and four commissions. SGA represents student opinion, addresses campus needs, maintains tradition, and provides leadership development opportunities for those involved. With a focus on Texas A&M’s unique culture of class affiliation, tradition, and spirit, the Class Councils coordinate traditional events such as Fish Fest, Pull-Out Day, Elephant Walk, Legacy Night, and Ring Dance.
DEVELOPMENT & EVENTS
Supporting the Departments development initiatives through meaningful connections and intentional events. Our team supports department areas in their development initiatives by providing training, best practices, and through matching donors with groups that support their vision.
EXTENDED ORIENTATION
The Extended Orientation team provides direct advising, support, and coordination to extended orientation programs at Texas A&M University including Fish Camp, Howdy Camp, T-Camp, Venture Camps, and Traditions Night. These programs welcome around 6,000 incoming students each year to Texas A&M.
FRATERNITY & SORORITY LIFE
Fraternity and Sorority Life is home to almost 60 values-based, Greek-letter organizations governed by one of four councils: Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC), the InterFraternity Council (IFC), the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC), and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC).
STUDENT ORGANIZATION LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT
The Student Organization Leadership and Development office serves the student organization community through resources and education supporting organizational involvement, recognition, risk management, leadership development, and campus and community engagement. Texas A&M has more than 1300 student organizations recognized by the Department of Student Activities, and our area provides valuable education, consultation, and partnerships that helps organizations be successful.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
The Staff Development & Strategic Initiatives team enhances the Department of Student Activities by leading professional development efforts and advancing strategic priorities. We cultivate a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation to support staff growth and organizational excellence. Through intentional planning and capacity-building, we align departmental goals with the evolving needs of the Texas A&M student community.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
The Financial Services team manages budgeting, financial planning, payroll, and HR functions for the Department of Student Activities. They ensure financial integrity, policy compliance, and support staff recruitment and development to enhance departmental efficiency.
STUDENT ORGANIZATION FINANCE CENTER
The Student Organization Finance Center (SOFC) provides banking and financial services in support of the activities and programs of recognized student organizations (RSOs) at Texas A&M University. The SOFC serves organizations at the flagship campus in Bryan/College Station, Health Science Center (HSC) campuses across the state of Texas, as well as the Texas A&M University School of Law, Texas A&M University School of Dentistry, and Higher Education Center at McAllen.
OUR ADVISED ORGANIZATIONS
The Department of Student Activities fosters and supports leadership, learning, and involvement opportunities that enhance the growth and development of students and recognized student organizations. As members of the university community, we are committed to a philosophy of shared responsibility that develops leaders of character dedicated to serving the greater good, and we subscribe to the Texas A&M core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Aggie Muster Committee: The Campus Muster Committee, operating as a student organization since the 1950s and currently under the umbrella of the Student Government Association (SGA) at Texas A&M University, plays a pivotal role in coordinating every facet of this significant tradition. From orchestrating the campus keynote speaker and planning the barbecue to raising awareness and overseeing the roll call, this committee diligently upholds the spirit of Muster on campus year after year.
Aggie Recruitment Committee: ARC helps to facilitate recruitment efforts of Texas A&M students by hosting two conferences, one in the fall and one in the spring, in order to introduce high school students to college life at A&M.
Aggie Transition Camps: Aggie Transition Camps (ATC) is the umbrella organization that coordinates and runs Howdy Camp in the early Spring and Transition Camp (T-Camp) in the Fall. ATC is for all new students at Texas A&M who wish to experience an extended orientation program. At camp, we seek to create a fun and open atmosphere, in which new students will be welcomed into the Aggie Family. You will be introduced to the many opportunities that exist at Texas A&M such as the long-standing traditions we hold dear and the true meaning of being an Aggie. It is ATC’s main goal that campers leave with a newly ignited Aggie Spirit, and many lasting friendships.
Class Councils: Class Councils, as a representative body, strives to serve and unite Texas A&M University and to enhance traditions for the continual improvement of the Aggie community. Traditions that are put on by Class Councils include Fish Fest, Pull Out Day, Elephant Walk, Ring Dance, and 11-11 Day. Our mission is to build spirit by unifying the classes through Aggie Traditions.
Fish Council: Fish Council, or Fish Co, consists of up to 60 selected freshmen members, plus the Freshmen Class Officers. Fish Council is also the freshman body of Class Councils, making Fish Co unique from every other FLO. This structure empowers freshmen by providing them plenty of accessible upperclassmen mentors, and allowing them to continue in leadership even after their freshman year ends.
CARPOOL: CARPOOL is a student-run 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving the Bryan/College Station community with free rides home every Friday and Saturday night from 10:00 pm to 3:00 am during the Spring and Fall semesters at Texas A&M University.
It does not matter if you are a student or not, Aggie or not, or even intoxicated or not.
If you live or are staying in the area and need a free, safe, and fun nonjudgmental ride home, be sure to give us a call! Our phone number is located on the back of your TAMU ID card!
Collegiate Panhellenic Council: The Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC or Panhellenic) includes 14 nationally recognized sororities. Panhellenic women participate in campus and community activities, various academic endeavors, personal development through the bonds of sisterhood, and developing relationships amongst other organizations.
CPC typically hosts primary recruitment one week before classes begin each fall. CPC requires individuals to register for recruitment in order to participate. Recruitment registration typically opens on June 1 and closes in early August. Some sororities participate in recruitment in the spring and will extend an invitation if they choose to hold continuous recruitment.
David Gilbert Leadership Conference: The Gilbert Leadership Conference exists to serve the students of Texas A&M University by providing freshmen the opportunity to develop themselves as leaders, to network and interact with one another, and to understand the leadership opportunities that are available across campus during their time at Texas A&M.
In keeping with the traditions of the Student Government Association and Texas A&M University, the conference focuses on the values of character, service, and involvement, as well as the betterment of the Texas A&M student body.
COSGA: Conference on Student Government Associations is the largest student-run SGA conference in the world. Since 1981, COSGA focuses on the development of the student government associations across the globe through discussion, collaboration, and connecting other schools' associations through a series of speakers, workshops, town halls, and round table discussions.
Fish Camp: Fish Camp strives to welcome freshmen into the Aggie Family by sharing the traditions and values of Texas A&M University and building long-term relationships that embody the Aggie spirit.
Fish Aides: Fish Aides is the freshman leadership organization within Texas A&M University’s Student Government Association. Fish Aides exists to develop and empower leaders of excellence. We believe this is accomplished by focusing on the cultivation of integrity, confidence, community and purpose. We also value service as an important component in a leader, so we strive to give freshmen opportunities to serve the needs of those around them. Fish Aides strives to create an environment for freshmen to grow and learn from one another, from experiences in SGA, and from different leaders of all ages and walks of life. These experiences equip Fish Aides for leadership in the future. Fish Aides is a community that seeks to empower not only its own members but every individual its members encounter through encouragement, enthusiasm, and service. Explore our website for more information!
FLAC: Freshman Leadership Advisory Council (FLAC) is the over-arching body of the 20+ official Freshman Leadership Organizations (FLOs) at Texas A&M University.
Maroon Out: Since 1998, Maroon Out has inspired current and former students alike, bringing the 12th Man together at the biggest home game of the season. Proceeds from sales support traditions and student organizations throughout campus. Thank you for being a part of this journey.
IFC: The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the governing council for 18 recognized national fraternities. IFC develops standards and creates programming designed to aid and promote the common mission of fraternities: service to the community, leadership development, academic success, advancement of character, and lasting brotherhood.
Approximately 1,800 men are members of IFC chapters, comprising nearly 6% of the male undergraduate population at Texas A&M University.
MGC: The Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) creates and maintains high standards for its 18 culturally based fraternities and sororities and affiliate member organizations. Founded in 1999, MGC has been steadily growing ever since.
In order to promote the benefits of belonging to a culturally-based fraternity or sorority, MGC provides support and services for minoritized students by encouraging higher education, offering opportunities for community service, enhancing leadership skills, and serving as the liaison between council members and the university to improve the campus climate.
Individual chapters may host recruitment during the first two weeks of school each semester and proceed with intake at predetermined times throughout the academic year. The council hosts MGC Week each semester to help students become more acquainted with member organizations.
NPHC: The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) was established in 1930 at Howard University as a national coordinating body for eight, eventually nine, historically African American fraternities and sororities which had evolved on American college and university campuses by that time. Blatant racism had prevented many African American students on historically white campuses from joining general fraternities and sororities.
Students interested in joining an NPHC organization must attend NPHC's Hazing Prevention Workshop hosted at the beginning of each semester to be eligible. If interested, students should attend chapter programs and events, attend an interest meeting or informational, get to know members of the organization, and communicate with a member of the organization directly.
Order of Omega: Order of Omega is one of the oldest and most prestigious Greek academic honor societies, with chapters all over the nation. The Kappa Rho Chapter of Order of Omega was established at Texas A&M University on April 4, 1990. Since its establishment, Order of Omega has recruited prestigious and well respected individuals from the four Aggie Greek councils: Collegiate Panhellenic Council, Inter-fraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, and National Pan-Hellenic Council. The Kappa Rho chapter has completed countless hours of community service and has left a positive impact on the A&M community. It is an honor for Aggie Greeks to be accepted into this exclusive society, and we are proud to accept new members each semester.
SGA Development Commission: This organization is responsible for the Path to Success Brick Endowment Campaign, which is projected to raise $1 million. Funds from the campaign go toward ensuring the longevity of Student Government organizations. The Development Commission also executes communication efforts within SGA and to the student body through various media.
SGA Diversity Commission: This organization advises the SBP on diversity issues facing the student body. Through partnerships with university administrators and other organizations, the Diversity Commission engages in outreach and policy efforts to advocate for and educate the students.
SGA Election Commission: The purpose of the Election Commission is to organize and oversee all student body elections in a manner consistent with the Aggie Honor Code. Click the link to visit the website.
SGA Legislative Relations: Legislative Relations is the advocacy arm of Student Government. The main functions of LR are to:
- Keep an observant eye on all relevant issues involved with the Texas Legislature and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
- Educate the student body on the details of these issues.
- Voice the opinion of the student body to the proper higher authority.
Legislative Relations keeps abreast of current legislative issues through various information sources such as the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation, legislative emails from various interest groups, and contacts with senators and representatives. With this information, LR determines which issues could possibly have an impact on Texas A&M University.
SGA Judicial Court: The Judicial Branch, also known as the Judicial Court, serves the Student Government Association through adjudicating various issues related to the SGA Constitution and Branch Bylaws.
SGA Student Senate: The Legislative Branch, also known as Student Senate, represents students through research, advocacy, and legislation to enhance the Texas A&M experience.
SGA Executive Branch: The Executive Branch is headed by the Student Body President who serves as a representative and advocate for the student body alongside the Executive Cabinet. As an extension of the Executive Branch, there are four commissions and thirteen committees that provide service to the Texas A&M community.
The 12th Can: The 12th Can pantry is completely student-led and built to serve Aggie students, staff, and faculty in need of assistance. We opened our doors in November 2013 and have been privileged enough to serve our Aggies ever since! Please check out more information about our organization, our mission, and how to utilize our pantry.
The Big Event: Since its introduction in 1982, The Big Event has become the largest one-day, student-run service project in the nation. Each spring, tens of thousands of Texas A&M students come together to say “Thank You” to the residents of Bryan and College Station.
For the past 42 years, Aggie students have participated in this annual event to show their appreciation to the surrounding community, completing service projects such as yard work, window washing, and painting for residents of the community. Although The Big Event has become the largest one-day, student-run service project in the nation, our message and our mission remains the same – to simply say “Thank You.”
Traditions Council: Traditions Council is a committee of students on the Executive Branch of the Student Government Association at Texas A&M University. Since our inception in 1975, Traditions Council has been dedicated to preserving and promoting the traditions of Texas A&M University through education and awareness.
Our efforts are to preserve the traditions that make our university unique and educate Aggies and friends of Texas A&M everywhere on their rich history and practice.