Texas A&M University Student Activities
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Texas A&M University Student Activities

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. This team also advises the Freshman Leadership Advisory Council (FLAC), which coordinates the freshman selection process for all 26 Freshman Leadership Organizations.

Students swaying during the group yell off on the last day of Fish Camp.

Fish Camp

A Freshman’s First Tradition

Fish Camp welcomes incoming freshmen to Texas A&M by helping them form connections, learn Aggie traditions and core values and explore campus life. Happening before the fall semester, each three-day, two-night session includes educational programs, group activities and social events led by peer counselors and staff to ease the transition to college. Students can continue meeting with their camp groups throughout fall. Visit the Fish Camp website for information.
Student in their camp room during Howdy Camp.

Aggie Transition Camps

Transfer and Howdy Camp

T-Camp (August) and Howdy Camp (January) are three-day, two-night orientation programs for transfer and non-traditional students entering Texas A&M. Led by peer counselors, faculty and staff, camps cover involvement opportunities, campus resources, traditions and core values, along with group activities and discussions. Staff continue to support and connect students throughout the semester. Visit the ATC website to register or learn more.
Students learning how to kayak during venture camp.

Venture Camps

A RecSports collaboration

Venture Camps are outdoor programs for first-year, transfer and undergraduate students, co-hosted by Student Activities and Outdoor Adventures at Texas A&M. Offerings vary yearly, including backpacking, paddling and basecamp adventures. Students build connections, learn Aggie traditions and challenge themselves outdoors—with no experience necessary, just enthusiasm and teamwork. For current programs and registration details, visit the Venture Camp website.

Traditions Night

A Texas A&M Athletics collaboration

Traditions Night provides incoming student athletes with the opportunity to learn about the traditions, core values and history of Texas A&M University from current athletes and student leaders. Student athletes take part in a campus tour, small group discussions and large group presentations to support them in their transition to Texas A&M University.