February 03, 2026  

Purchase your limited edition Homecoming water bottle before they’re gone. Only 50 available, dual wall and vacuum insulated. In person pick up

Sign-up for your student organization's spot at the Homecoming 2026 tailgate on Saturday, Feb. 21, before an epic double-header basketball showdown.

Registration deadline is Feb. 6.

The 1098-T form, which reports your qualified tuition and related expenses for the year, is currently available. This form is important for tax filing, and you can access it through your student portal. For step by step instructions visit Student Business Services.

Take control of your health and fitness in 2026 with Rec Sports JagFit programs available to  students for an additional cost.

JagFit includes a variety of fitness opportunities such as one-on-one personal training, nutritional coaching, group classes, equipment orientations, special events, challenges, and trials.

For questions, contact Recreational Sports Coordinator Matthew Santo at masantos@tamusa.edu.

The following offices are open until 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. 

Upcoming Extended Office Hours: Tuesday, Feb. 10

Nominations are open for Outstanding Senior Awards for Spring 2026.

An Outstanding Senior Award will honor six students, and Distinguished Graduating Seniors will speak at Commencement.

The nomination deadline is Friday, Feb. 27.

If you have questions, please contact Gretchen Doenges, director of Student Engagement, at gmdoenge@tamusa.edu or 210-784-1452

Check out A&M-SA Today for more University news and featured stories.

A&M-San Antonio will serve as a polling site for the upcoming primary elections. Local, statewide, and federal races will be on the ballot, including Bexar County offices, the U.S. Senate, State Executive positions, and the U.S. House. This is a chance to help shape your community! 

Early Voting: Feb. 17–27

Election Day: March 3

STEM, Mays Center Community Room (Suite 111)

This annual event shares resources to help keep our campus labs safe, compliant and productive. Engage with safety initiatives, learn best practices and build our community’s safety culture.

Event Topic: Lab Equipment Safety

Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 10:30 a.m.

STEM Lobby

Event Topic: Automated Electronic Defibrillators

Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 10:30 a.m.

CAB Lobby

Learn everything you need to know about the 11-month MBA program, including the application process, the accelerated format, evening class schedule, international business opportunities, and admission requirements. 

Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 6 p.m.

BLH 366

Sign up to donate and receive a free T-shirt. One blood donation can help save up to three lives right here in our community.  

Wednesday, Feb.18 | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Lot 2

Be part of the campus-wide day of service where students, staff, and faculty come together to support the San Antonio community.

Friday, Feb. 20 | Volunteer Shifts: 9 - 11 a.m. and  1 - 3 p.m. 

Opportunities include on and off-campus sites like Respite Care of San Antonio, Any Baby Can, Animal Care Services, San Antonio Food Bank, General Store and more.

Alumni Affairs invites you to attend the 2026 Alumni Awards Ceremony, honoring three outstanding alumni who continue to make a difference through their careers, service, and leadership.

We are proud to recognize this year’s honorees:

Forrest Cobb ’15, Distinguished Alumni

Jorge Alvarez ’19, Spirit of the Jaguar

Benji Mendoza ’24, Recent Graduate

Saturday, Feb. 21 | 10:30 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Location TBA

Get loud! Be Proud!

Wear your colors, raise your voices, and cheer the Jaguars to victory against Xavier University of Louisiana. The first 100 fans at each game will receive special Jaguar bling. Paws up!

🎟 Free entry for students 

Thursday, Feb. 5  | Women's 5:30 p.m. & Men's 7:30 p.m.

Recreation Center

NOW INTRODUCING $10K Thursdays! Each Thursday home basketball game, participants will have a chance to win $5K at halftime of the men’s and women’s games, for a grand total of $10K. Sign-up is required to participate. 

Purple, sparkle, and Selena vibes! You don’t want to miss this fan-favorite theme day. Celebrate the Queen of Tejano with a themed game day full of sparkle and spirit. Purple light-up wristbands will be available for the first 100 fans at each game, with a special performance by the Viva Tejanas at halftime.

🎟 Free entry for students  

Saturday, Feb. 7  | Women's 1 p.m. & Men's 3 p.m.

Recreation Center

Visit JagSync for more upcoming events.

Student Counseling Center

Phone: (210) 784-1331 

Support available 24/7

Location: Madla 120

The Student Affairs office is currently accepting funding requests for student conference travel. Funding is available for the 2025–2026 academic year and will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each student is eligible to receive funding once per academic year, with a maximum award of up to $500. All requests must be submitted at least three weeks prior to travel date. For questions, please contact Student Affairs at 210-784-1354 or email StudentAffairs@tamusa.edu.

The Spotlight is the campus newsletter for the students of Texas A&M-San Antonio. The Spotlight is published every Tuesday from the start of the semester, providing insight into A&M-SA news, events, and announcements. If you would like to promote a University-wide event or announcement in The Spotlight, submit this form by 5 p.m. CT on a Monday the week before publication.