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 welcomed into the Aggie family. As a student in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology, you’ll be immersed in a tight-knit community of faculty, staff and students preparing to be the next generation of leaders.

Texas A&M University also provides students with the appropriate guidance, resources, and support to address a variety of personal and academic matters through Student Assistance Services.

Student Life at Texas A&M

Texas A&M Student Assistance Services

Get Social

Follow the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter 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. There are several student organizations available for our students to get involved in. Student organizations enable students to develop professionally, expand own personal growth and knowledge, and enhance leadership skills, all while providing networking opportunities with other students. For more information on a specific organization, select the link below.

Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society

The Texas A&M University Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society is a non-profit, student-run organization with the mission to provide networking, volunteer, and field experience opportunities to young wildlife professionals. Although the society is primarily for students seeking degrees in the wildlife field, anyone with an interest in the outdoors is welcome to join. The organization takes pride in the diversity of our projects to give members enriching experiences and the ability to network with professionals in the wildlife field.

Visit their website: wildlife.tamu.edu
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TAMUTWS/
Advisor | John Tomeček, Ph.D.

TAMU Society for Conservation Biology

The Society for Conservation Biology, Texas A&M Chapter, is dedicated to connecting students to careers in conservation. We strive to provide a forum for awareness and involvement for local and global conservation issues, as well as, promote developing skills needed by professionals in the field of conservation biology.

Follow TAMU Society for Conservation Biology on Facebook

ECCB Graduate Student Association

The goal of the ECCB Graduate Student Association is to serve as the collective voice of graduate students in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology at the departmental, college, and university levels.

The purpose of the ECCB-GSA is:

(1)To serve as the collective voice of graduate students in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology (ECCB) at the departmental, college, and university levels.

(2) To create an atmosphere for ECCB graduate students to participate in social, academic, and professional pursuits.

(3) To provide and coordinate professional development opportunities that will benefit graduate students in ECCB, including but not limited to, fundraising for travel grants, maintaining a supportive network of alumni, and sharing resources regarding conferences, workshops, and courses.

(4) To actively participate in conservation and environmental education within the department, college, university, and local community via volunteering, outreach, and service.

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ECCB GSA on Facebook
ECCB GSA on Instagram
MaroonLink
Email: eccbgsa@tamu.edu
Read their Constitution: Download the PDF

Texas A&M Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) Student Guild

The Texas A&M Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) Student Association will support SER’s mission of promoting ecological restoration as a means of sustaining the diversity of life on Earth and reestablishing an ecologically healthy relationship between nature and culture.

Visit their website: ser.tamu.edu
Advisor | Dr. Joseph Veldman

Texas A&M Society of American Foresters

As a recognized student chapter of the Society of American Foresters, the Texas A&M Chapter seeks to incorporate professional and academic development aspects of SAF with the traditions and camaraderie for which Aggies are known. Students involved with SAF gain experience and professional advantage through interactions with state and local professional chapters, University and departmental events, national recognition and service, as well as through academic support from peers and professors. Any student interested in seeking a degree or career in forestry, as well as professionals currently employed in a forestry-related field, are welcome at meetings of the TAMU SAF chapter.

Visit their website: forestryclub.tamu.edu
Advisor | Dr. Asko Noormets

Texas A&M Chapter of American Fisheries Society

Our mission and purpose is to promote the conservation, development, and wise use of the fisheries; promote and evaluate the development and advancement of all branches of fisheries science and practice; gather and disseminate to Chapter members, American Fisheries Society members, and the general public scientific, technical, and other information about fisheries science and practice through publications, meetings, and other forms of communication; and encourage the teaching of fisheries science and practice in colleges and universities and the continuing professional development of fisheries workers.

Visit their website: http://tamuafs.tamu.edu
Advisor | Dr. Joshuah Perkin

College-Level 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

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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.

Home of the 12th Man