Student Life

Texas A&M University is one of the largest universities in the country and offers a breadth of amenities that only a diverse campus community can provide. As a Texas A&M University student, you will be immediately welcomed into the Aggie family. As a student in the Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, you’ll be immersed in a tight-knit community of faculty, staff, and students preparing to be the next generation of business leaders.

Student Life at Texas A&M

Student Resources

Get Social

Follow the Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management on Facebook and Instagram and find other ways to get connected and stay up-to-date with what’s happening in our department, College and at Texas A&M University.

Find Your Community

With more than 1,000 student groups, you are bound to find an organization to help you get connected. Visit Texas A&M’s Maroon Link to see a comprehensive list of current student groups and organizations that celebrate inclusion and support individuals from all backgrounds, encompassing the various characteristics all people in a welcoming academic environment. In the Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management we have student organizations that will help achieve your fullest potential and develop you as a professional.

Texas A&M Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society

Advisor: John Tomecek, Ph.D.
The Texas A&M Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society’s mission is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional development to become the wildlife leaders of tomorrow and promote the sound stewardship of wildlife resources and of the environment upon which wildlife and humans depend.

Learn more: Facebook, Instagram

Texas A&M Student Chapter of the Society for Range Management – “Range Club”

Advisor: Robert Knight, Ph.D. and Mr. Steven Evans
Range Club enhances the professional development of students through building relationships with mentors, volunteer activities, parent-society meetings and much more. Our goal is to promote the wise management of rangelands and natural resources of Texas, the United States and the World.

Learn More: Facebook, Instagram

Texas A&M Student Chapter of the American Fisheries Society

Advisors: Josh Perkins, Ph.D.; Department Contact: Todd Sink, Ph.D.
The Texas A&M Student Chapter of the American Fisheries Society’s mission is to promote the conservation and wise use of fisheries resources and supports the teaching of fisheries science and field experiences for student members.

Learn more: Facebook, Instagram

Alpha Zeta

Advisors: Robert Knight, Ph.D.
Alpha Zeta strives to bind together a group of men and women interested in the continued advancement of agriculture and to foster and develop high standards of scholarship, character, leadership and a spirit of fellowship among all of its members. The Texas Alpha Chapter is part of the national Alpha Zeta organization.

Learn more: Facebook

RWFM Graduate Student Organization

Advisor: Gerard Kyle
The RWFM Graduate Student Organization serves to connect and create a community for graduate students in the RWFM department by providing opportunities for both professional development and social gatherings. The GSO serves as the collective voice for graduate students in the Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management at the department, college, and university levels.

Learn more: StuAct, Facebook, Instagram

College Student Organizations

At the College-level, we have a variety of student clubs and organizations to help you connect with other like-minded students, including:

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Student Council
Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences
Texas A&M University Collegiate 4-H
Texas A&M University Collegiate FFA
Society for Advancing Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science, SACNAS
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Student Ambassadors
Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Society

Dining and Housing

Many students choose to live on campus. There are also plenty of off-campus living options near campus in both Bryan and College Station. To learn more about housing options, the housing application process, visit the Visit the Residence Life page.

Residence Life

Attractions

You can experience more than 1,200 events throughout the year across campus, including touring Broadway shows, concerts, and ceremonies. Check out all of the university’s landmarks and exhibits on the University website.

Visit Aggieland

Campus Resources

Texas A&M has many resources available to students including Counseling Services, Disability Services, Recreational Sports, and the Veteran Resource and Support Center. To learn more about any of these services visit the Division of Student Affairs page.

Division of Student Affairs

Receive Support to Help You Succeed

Our award-winning academic advising team is one of the best across Texas A&M University. They want you to succeed and are with you every step of your academic journey through graduation. On top of that, the University offers various resources through the Office of Student Success to ensure that you have the tools you need to excel in and out of the classroom

Explore Student Success Resources

Develop as a Professional with the Career Center

The Texas A&M Career Center helps students connect the dots between their interests and their future. They offer major exploration, resume writing, job shadowing, professional school preparation and more. They also have an abundance of resources for students looking to enter the workforce. HireAggies is Texas A&M’s premier tool for connecting current and former students with top companies across the nation, looking for talent.

Visit the Texas A&M Career Center

Explore HireAggies

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Aggie Traditions

Texas A&M University has a rich history of tradition, including Midnight Yell, Muster, the 12th man, Aggie Ring Day, the Corp of Cadets, and more. Visit the Aggie Traditions page to learn more.

Learn the Time-Honored Traditions

Texas A&M Athletics

As a member of the South Eastern Conference, the level of play is second to none in college athletics. The 12th Man is world-renowned for its passion and support of Texas A&M Athletics. As an undergraduate student, you can purchase a student pass, which gives you access to games.

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