Nominate an Outstanding Senior |
Nominations are open for the Spring 2026 Outstanding Senior Awards.
The Outstanding Senior Awards honors six students, each of whom will receive $250. One of those students will also be selected for a Distinguished Graduate Award and receive an additional $250.
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.
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Save the Date: Homecoming in February |
We look forward to welcoming students back for the Spring 2026 semester. Save the date now for our Homecoming celebration, "Let the Good Times Roar," happening Feb. 15-21, 2026.
Graduating students, we look forward to welcoming you back as alumni for this exciting annual tradition.
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Purchase Your Homecoming Shirts Today |
Show your Jaguar pride and get Homecoming-ready! Homecoming shirts are now available. Wear your shirt to Homecoming events, show off your school spirit, and be part of the celebration. Order yours now and let the good times roar!
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| Jaguar Royalty Nominations |
Jaguar Royalty Nominations are NOW OPEN. Nominate a student who embodies school spirit, leadership and excellence.
Deadline to nominate is Jan. 30.
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Jaguar Den Tailgate Registration |
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.
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| Check out A&M-SA Today for more University news and featured stories.
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Softball vs. Oklahoma Panhandle State |
Texas A&M University–San Antonio is stepping up to the plate as Jaguar Softball plays its first-ever game on the University’s new on-campus softball field!
Come cheer on the Jaguars, enjoy the game-day atmosphere, and be part of A&M–San Antonio history.
🎟 Free entry for students
Saturday, Jan. 31| 12 p.m.
Softball Field
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| Need a lab coat for class? The Astrobiology Society, in collaboration with the Student Government Association, will provide free lab coats and share helpful academic and campus information and resources.
Tuesday, Jan. 27 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
CAB Lobby
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Talk to the General Store Lead |
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January is Poverty Awareness Month. Stop by The General’s Store, the on-campus food pantry, to connect with representatives. Join us to play a quick game to test your knowledge and help break the stigma around poverty.
There will also be cost-efficient recipes available and information about San Antonio food pantries.
Wednesday, Jan. 28 | 1 - 2 p.m.
STEM Lobby in front of Jaguar Java
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| Visit Herff Jones on campus to order your University Ring.
Wednesday, Jan. 28 |1- 6 p.m.
Auditorium Lobby
Thursday, Jan.29 |10 a.m. - 3p.m.
Auditorium Lobby
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As a military-embracing campus, we’re proud to show our support for those who serve. Wear RED on Fridays to show your gratitude and solidarity with the brave men and women who are deployed.
Come by to learn more about the tradition and its significance—and grab a free R.E.D. shirt and Military Affairs merch.
Thursday, Jan. 29 |12-2 p.m.
CAB Courtyard
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Pajama Night Basketball Game |
Roll out of bed and head to the court! Come dressed in your favorite bedtime attire for Pajama Night at the next Jaguars men's and women's basketball games. The first 100 fans at each game will receive a free sleep mask. Go Jags!
Thursday, Jan. 29 | Women's 5:30 p.m. & Men's 7:30 p.m.
Recreation Center
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Visit JagSync for more upcoming events.
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Student Leader Named Finalist for Miss Fiesta 2026
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Caroleena Mancilla is a finalist for Miss Fiesta 2026, a titleholder who serves as a goodwill ambassador for one of San Antonio’s most cherished traditions. A first-generation biology student, Mancilla is the 2025–2026 Student Government Association president. The Fiesta San Antonio Foundation will officially crown Miss Fiesta on January 29 - we are cheering her on!
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| VIA Launches Daily Bus Service to University, Easing Commutes for Campus Community
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Commuting to campus just got easier as VIA Metropolitan Transit has launched a new daily bus route that connects downtown to the South Side, including the University, with a stop on Jaguar Parkway. With an A&M-San Antonio ID, employees and students ride for free on VIA buses and VIA LINK, an on-demand ride-sharing van service.
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Student Counseling Center
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Student Conference Travel Request |
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.
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The following offices are open until 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month.
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- Academic Advising
- Academic Student Success Center
- Bookstore
- Cisneros Institute: Student Life, Transfer Center
- Disability Support Services
- Enrollment Services Center: Financial Aid, Admissions, Registrar's Office
- Student Business Services
- Mays Center
- Military Affairs
- Parking and Transportation
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