Programs & Events

Aggies Against Violence is our year-round campaign to raise awareness of the impacts of interpersonal violence and prevent interpersonal violence on campus. Through programming and outreach, we address relationship violence, human trafficking, stalking, and sexual assault — equipping you with the tools to prevent harm and support those affected.

Family Weekend is a Texas A&M tradition dating back to 1919 — a weekend each spring of events and programming designed specifically for families to experience Aggieland and celebrate the Aggies in their lives.

The first six weeks of your first year can set the tone for your entire college experience. Take the First 6 Weeks Challenge to build good habits, find your footing, and set yourself up for a safe, healthy, and successful semester. Don’t wait — start strong.

Grad Camp is a one-day extended orientation for all incoming graduate and professional students, held each August at the Association of Former Students. Connect with other grad students, learn about campus traditions and resources, and hear from university leadership. Spots fill up — register early.

Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training equips you to recognize potentially harmful situations and step in to promote safety. Through training, you’ll build skills to intervene effectively and help foster a culture of accountability and support on campus.

Howdy Week is Aggieland’s official welcome for new and returning students, taking place each fall between move-in and the first day of classes. It’s a campus-wide effort to connect you to activities, organizations, and important resources to jump-start your time in Aggieland.

New Student Conferences (NSCs) are the mandatory orientation program for all incoming undergraduate Aggies — a collaborative effort across campus divisions, departments, and academic units. NSCs equip you and your family with the tools, resources, and support needed for a successful start at Texas A&M.

We offer several programs to help you Party Smart, including events focused on responsible hosting, informational presentations, and Party Smart Pack distributions. These resources help you celebrate safely and look out for yourself and others. To request a presentation or Party Smart Pack, reach out today.

Silver Taps is the final tribute paid to an Aggie who, at the time of their death, was enrolled in professional, graduate, or undergraduate courses at Texas A&M. The ceremony takes place on the first Tuesday of each month when there are students to honor, excluding summer and winter break.

STAND Up Trauma-Informed Care Training equips participants with knowledge and skills to support survivors of interpersonal violence. This workshop covers how trauma affects the brain and body, how to listen and respond with a trauma-informed lens, and how to connect survivors with appropriate resources.

Student Research Week (SRW) gives student researchers the opportunity to compete in poster and oral sessions, receive expert feedback, and earn specialty or subject area awards. Professional development sessions are open to all. SRW is the nation’s largest student-run research symposium, held each March after Spring Break.

These workshops provide faculty, staff, and graduate students with foundational knowledge in bystander intervention and trauma-informed support. Sessions cover the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training and STAND Up Trauma-Informed Care Training, available separately or combined.