The University Staff Council cultivates a collaborative work environment for Texas A&M staff under the Office of the President through quality representation, impactful service, innovative programs and open workplace communication.
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University Staff Council Meeting: Feb. 20 |
Staff are encouraged to attend the next University Staff Council (USC) meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 1:30 p.m. in person at the General Services Complex (GSC), room 101 or via Zoom. The vision of the USC is to help staff feel supported, included and valued at Texas A&M University, where we live the Aggie Core Values of Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect and Selfless Service. Join us to learn more about what the USC is doing for you and share your input.
You may access full meeting minutes from previous meetings on the USC website.
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Common Ground Series Returns |
Julie Mosbo Ballestro, university librarian and assistant provost, led off our Common Ground series as the first speaker for 2024. At the Jan. 16 USC meeting we learned more about the libraries at Texas A&M and how they support faculty, staff and students across the university through a variety of research, instructional and technology resources like Get it for Me, AskUs for Help, Suggest a Purchase, the University Writing Center, Patent and Trademark Resource Center and more. Join us at the Feb. 20 USC meeting to hear from Dr. Susan Ballabina, chief of staff for the president.
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2024 President’s Meritorious Service Awards and Student of the Year Awards |
Since 1986, Texas A&M's president has presented these prestigious awards in recognition of outstanding staff and students who demonstrate their commitment to the Aggie Core Values. Supported by The Association of Former Students, you may now submit nominations for the 2024 President’s Meritorious Service and Student Employee of the Year awards through Wednesday, Jan. 31.
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Ways to Donate to the Staff Emergency Fund |
Created to help members of the Aggie Family in need, the Staff Emergency Fund (SEF) provides limited financial assistance to staff members of Texas A&M experiencing a temporary hardship due to a significant life event. You may donate in a number of ways to support the SEF.
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| Correcting Misinformation: Qatar Branch Campus |
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Spring 2024 Technology Services Resource Tables Schedule |
Get ready for the spring semester! Technology Services is hosting resource tables to assist our university community with IT-related services and questions:
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The division will also continue hosting resource tables throughout the spring 2024 semester in February, March and April, collaborating with various groups each month to engage with staff, faculty and students.
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Training Provided by the University Police Department |
The Texas A&M University Police Department (UPD) offers training in personal safety, active shooter response and Stop the Bleed®. For additional details and to schedule a training for your respective division, department or unit, contact Sgt. Josh Deleon via email.
In addition to workplace training, UPD offers child safety seat checks. Contact Officer Desiree Donovan to learn more about this service and to schedule a child safety seat check.
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Aggie Dining Meal Plan, Dining Dollars Perks |
Take advantage of Aggie Dining’s free meal deal for the spring semester at the main campus in College Station. Purchase a meal plan for spring 2024 and receive one free meal every week. Aggie Dining offers a wide range of meal plan options for faculty and staff designed to help employees budget and save money while dining on campus. View menus, hours and more online.
Perk up with free coffee when you purchase $200 in dining dollars at our Galveston campus. Employees can enjoy a free 16 oz. cup daily from Mug Down Coffee Shop beginning Feb. 5. Learn more about this Sea Aggie Dining promotion.
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The Texas Educational Support Staff Association (TESA) will host their annual Summer Work Conference in San Antonio, Texas, June 18-20. This conference presents an opportunity for educational professionals and administrative and support staff to learn and grow in a forum that provides quality professional development in areas of leadership, technology and certification. While registration is set to open later this month, team members interested in learning more may contact Kelli Isaacks, executive assistant for the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, via email in advance.
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Tuesday, Feb. 20
1:30 p.m.
General Services Complex (GSC)
Room 101
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