Texas A&M at Work: March 6, 2025
Texas A&M University as "A Force For Good" was showcased at South By Southwest, a process for coordinating and streamlining surveys was put in place and the beautiful history of the Albritton Bell Tower was shared.
Texas A&M at Work is a biweekly email designed to keep employees up to date on the most vital and relevant information, news and events across all Texas A&M University campuses.
Texas A&M Returns To SXSW With Fast Company As ‘A Force For Good’
Aggies will descend upon Austin for the 2025 South By Southwest (SXSW) at the Fast Company Grill on March 8-10 to highlight how Texas A&M University faculty, staff and students continue to create a brighter, safer future for the people of Texas, the nation and beyond. United as “A Force for Good,” thought leaders and visionaries will provide their perspectives on “real transformation” — what happens when leaders of character stand up, step forward and drive meaningful action.
The event is set to showcase Texas A&M’s impact as one of the nation’s premier land-, sea- and space-grant institutions with interactive displays and engaging panelists. Dr. Amy Waer, Dean of the College of Medicine, will share insight on how technologies like artificial intelligence are making the future for medical professionals and their patients brighter, and Col. (Ret.) Michael E. Fossum ‘80, Chief Operating Officer of Texas A&M University at Galveston, will speak on the importance of the branch campus’ role in driving the economic, social, political and ecological vitality of our oceans and surrounding ecosystems. Whether on land, at sea or in space, Texas A&M is leading the way.
SXSW is an annual conference for global professionals featuring panel discussions, film and television screenings, musical performances, exhibitions and more. The event draws hundreds of thousands of people to Austin each March. Fast Company is a world-leading business media brand, with an editorial focus on innovation in technology, leadership, world changing ideas, creativity and design.
Things To Know
- Federal Transition Updates
- Two-Step Wellness Premium Incentive
- Employee Appreciation Day*
March 7; on-demand course licenses still available from Organizational Development
- Hullabaloo U Instructor Application
Closes March 14
Resources For Mental Health And Well-Being
When our students, faculty and staff are struggling with their mental health, the university is standing by with support to meet them where they are. Texas A&M offers a multitude of resources for faculty, staff and students to help themselves and one another navigate challenging times, difficult situations and more.
Survey Requests: Review Process And Guidance
The Division of Planning, Assessment and Strategy helps coordinate and streamline surveying across Texas A&M for faculty, staff and external entities, working closely with valuable partners like Student Affairs Planning Assessment and Research, as well as the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Evaluation.
Unsung Talents: Ringing Bells
Beautiful bells play every 15 minutes on campus and toll for every hour. But have you ever thought about who keeps them sounding their best? Learn the ins and outs of the 49 bells in Texas A&M’s 14-story Albritton Bell Tower — you’ll be surprised by the department that’s in charge of the tower and the huge variety in bell range and size. Explore the tower’s history, including how the bells were kept safe during construction and how old-school MIDI tapes were used to play the bells for years. Climb the tower to hear the lowest and highest notes and find out what the bells have in common with Texas A&M’s replica Liberty Bell. Plus, hear a rare recording of the tower’s 1984 dedication ceremony concert in this podcast produced by KAMU Studios.
Upcoming Events
- Being Accountable in Work and Life
March 6
- Managers’ Minutes – Introduction to Supervision
March 6
- Catapult Health Exams (Bryan-College Station)
March 11-13
- Catapult Health Exams (Fort Worth)
March 17
- Performance Management – Employee Best Practices (registration required)
March 18
- Pet Rescuer CPR Course
March 19; Registration required
- Fertility Connection
March 19
- Managers’ Minutes – The Art of Feedback: Enhancing Communication and Growth
March 20
- Developing a Growth Mindset
March 20
- Bariatric Buddies
March 20
- Performance Management – Supervisor Best Practices (registration required)
March 20
- Maroon and White Night
March 21
- The Big Event
March 22
- Crafting Circle
March 25
- My Retirement Overview
March 25, 26
- Moving into Retirement Workshop (Faculty Development Series)
March 26
- Field Day
March 28
- Silver Taps
April 1
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What’s the best way to hit a baseball? An eager group of Aggie engineers stepped up to the plate to answer this question and help athletes conquer the batting learning curve.
From first tooth to lifelong habits, a pediatric dentist gives advice on preventing cavities and making dental care a positive routine for children.
