The 2024 Staff and Student Excellence Awards – which include the President's Meritorious Service Award, Student Employee of the Year Award and Community Engagement Award –  recognize and reward staff and students for their commendable service to Texas A&M University. Recipients of these highly prestigious awards have demonstrated their commitment to the Aggie Core Values of Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect and Selfless Service. We extend our most sincere congratulations and deep appreciation for their tremendous efforts that make Texas A&M such a great place to live and work.

All university employees, as well as Chartwells (Aggie Dining) and SSC Service Solutions employees, are invited to attend the award ceremony on Wednesday, April 10, at 3 p.m. at Rudder Theatre. A reception with refreshments will be held following the ceremony. If you are unable to join us in person, you are invited to view the livestream as awardees are honored.

The President's Meritorious Service Award program honors all past recipients and is proudly sponsored by the Office of the President and The Association of Former Students and coordinated by the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness.

Be on the ball and schedule your on-campus Catapult Health Exam to complete half of your requirements for the Two-Step Wellness Incentive. This incentive gives you a premium reduction of $30 per month. Catapult Health Exams are the fastest way to complete your mandatory wellness exam. Incentive requirements must be completed by June 30 to be effective for FY25. Out of everyone eligible for the premium reduction, only 9.2% have completed their two steps already! Register for your exam online. Clinics will be held at the General Services Complex (GSC) in room 101B on: 

Enrollment is now open for the summer 2024 cohort of the Leading Others program. The program is designed to develop emerging leaders or those already leading individual contributors within formal or informal groups. It follows the leadership development framework of the university, aiming to enhance the skills and competencies needed to transition from being an individual performer to leading a group effectively. Join the network of 271 leaders who have completed the program and enroll by April 26 to experience Texas A&M’s award-winning leadership development program tailored specifically for you.

Were you unable to attend Field Day? Living Well at Texas A&M invites you to Build Your Own (BYO) Field Day! Create a day of fun to show appreciation toward your unit, office and colleagues by building your own version of field day for a chance to win a traveling trophy. 

Host your version before Friday, April 5. Be sure to take photos and videos during your BYO Field Day and follow submission instructions by Wednesday, April 10.

Living Well at Texas A&M’s third annual Outdoor Adventure Day at Millican Reserve will be back on Saturday, May 18. Bring your family, friends and pets to create your own adventure in the great outdoors. 

Enjoy exclusive access to the property’s beautiful grounds and a plethora of activities, including sunrise yoga, kids’ yoga, stand-up paddleboarding, solo and tandem kayaking, three guided nature hike options, kids’ activities, yard games, and catch and release fishing.

Jobs for Aggies invites you to participate in National Student Employment Week (NSEW), a weeklong celebration held April 8-12. The celebration is dedicated to recognizing the valuable contributions that Texas A&M’s student employees make to our university and the surrounding community. Participating in NSEW is a great way to acknowledge their accomplishments and make student employees feel special. 

Discover essential financial insights at the 2024 Benefit and Retirement Financial Education Event on Wednesday, May 15 at the Hildebrand Equine Complex. Explore budgeting tips, savings strategies, retirement planning and more from Texas A&M’s approved investment vendors through informative presentations and informational tables. Enjoy light refreshments and the chance to win door prizes.

Lace up your running shoes and join us for the Maroon and White 5K Fun Run on Saturday, May 4 at Aggie Park. This event isn't just about breaking a sweat – it's about coming together to support our Aggie family. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Staff Emergency Fund, a vital resource providing financial assistance to Texas A&M staff facing temporary hardships due to significant life events. Registration is $25 per participant, and only those who register by April 14 will secure a commemorative T-shirt. Don’t miss your chance to race or volunteer for this fundraising opportunity.

Staff Performance Review April 1–May 31

Environmental Health and Safety’s Spring 2024 Safety Dispatch is now available. Check out this semester’s newsletter with timely health and safety topics for home, work and campus life. This issue highlights how to prepare for upcoming state fire marshal inspections, where you can dispose of household hazardous waste, how to help prevent mosquito bites and more.

Living Well programs are available to Texas A&M full-time, benefits-eligible faculty, staff and retirees. We strive to ensure that Texas A&M University is a place where everyone can live well and thrive as a whole person – and together as a whole community.

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