Texas A&M Honors Graduate and Professional Students During Graduate Community of Scholars Week 

By Kahkasha Wahab

Each year, Texas A&M University joins institutions nationwide in recognizing Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week (April 7-11) - a time to honor the dedication, contributions, and impact of graduate and professional students on research, teaching, and the broader university community. To celebrate, the Graduate and Professional School and the Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG) will host a series of Graduate Community of Scholars (GCoS) events designed to foster connection, well-being, and professional development. This year’s theme, "Excellence Around the World," highlights the Aggie Core Value of Excellence and the global influence of Texas A&M’s graduate and professional students. 

"Our graduate students contribute to innovation and academic excellence at Texas A&M," said Dr. Fuhui Tong, Associate Provost and Dean of the Graduate and Professional School. "Through Graduate Community of Scholars events, we aim to recognize them for all they contribute to our university, support their growth and build a strong and engaged graduate community." 

Throughout the week, students can participate in a variety of events, including mindfulness sessions, networking opportunities, and community-building activities: 

 

Mindfulness Monday (April 7, Nagle Hall & Zoom) 

• 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. (Zoom): Virtual yoga with the Rec Center 
• 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. (Nagle Hall): Free muffins & mindfulness tips 

Breakfast Tacos (April 8, 7:45 - 10:00 a.m., Nagle Hall)

• Grab a free breakfast taco and start the day off right! 

Dinner & Dialogue (April 9, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., MSC Bethancourt Ballroom) 

• A formal evening featuring a three-course meal, keynote speaker, and presentation of the Unsung Hero awards honoring outstanding graduate students. 

Graduate Community Fun Night (April 10, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., Academic Plaza) 

• An informal gathering with food, games, and fellowship for students, faculty, and staff. 

Focus Friday (April 11, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Nagle Hall & Zoom) 

• 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.: Stress management and breathing exercises led by the University Health Center 
• 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Free coloring session in Nagle Hall (rm 113) 

In addition, students can update their professional headshots for free at Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center using the studiopod, available Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

For full event details and registration, visit the Graduate Community of Scholars webpage. We look forward to celebrating our incredible graduate and professional student community! 

Media contact: Rob Dixon, grad-info@tamu.edu.