This event is highly relevant today as debates over free trade, regional integration, and global competition continue to shape U.S. economic policy. Ambassador (ret.) John Negroponte's reflections on President George H.W. Bush's vision for the North American Free Trade Agreement provide valuable historical context for current discussions about supply chains, economic resilience, and international partnerships. For Texas A&M students, the talk offers an opportunity to connect theory with practice, learn from a distinguished diplomat, and better understand how trade policy influences both global dynamics and local economic opportunities in Texas. Negroponte has served as Ambassador to Honduras, Mexico, the Philippines, the United Nations, and Iraq. He served twice on the National Security Council staff, first as Director for Vietnam in the Nixon Administration and then as Deputy National Security Advisor under President Reagan. He has also held a cabinet level position as the first Director of National Intelligence under President George W. Bush. His most recent position in government was as Deputy Secretary of State, where he served as the State Department's Chief Operating Officer. The ConocoPhillips White House Lecture Series is sponsored by ConocoPhillips of Houston, Texas, whose 2002 endowment to the George and Barbara Bush Foundation established the program. The Lecture Series brings to public attention the various offices of the White House and Executive Branch that provide policy, administrative, and overall support to the President. The purpose is to bring to life the workings of the White House, a better understanding of the governmental process, and an opportunity to examine and understand the particular function and challenges of each office. In this manner, the series provides a more comprehensive picture of the Presidency and the people around the President.

Maroon & White Night provides an opportunity to meet up with colleagues to network, socialize and collaborate. Each month a different area on campus will be highlighted to share their impact and potentially inspire cross-campus collaboration. The event is FREE to attend and FREE PARKING is provided in the Roy Kelly Parking Garage. Many businesses are offering incentives and discounts. Make sure to bring your ID or business cards for verification. Visit https://www.bryantx.gov/maroonwhitenight/ (https://www.bryantx.gov/maroonwhitenight/)for a full list of entertainment and incentives being offered.

What is the Chemistry Open House? The Chemistry Open House features the popular Chemistry Road Show, guided lab tours, hands-on and computer activities, door prizes and science goodie bags. The Chemistry Road Show is recommended for all ages and includes demonstrations of popular science. Participants include the Departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Biology, Physics and Astronomy and more, along with students from the College of Engineering and SACNAS. Activities Chemistry Road Show featuring weird polymers, super cold materials and other exciting demonstrations Lab tours for both general chemistry and organic chemistry spaces Hands-on and polymer and computer activities Fascinating lectures by Texas A&M chemistry faculty Many other fascinating demonstrations Research Showcase Poster session Presentations by various groups Food Food trucks will be on site. A Lunch Buffet is available at Sbisa Dining Hall. See Dining Services - Places to Eat (https://www.dineoncampus.com/tamu/) web site for more options.

Exhibition on Display: Sept. 9–Dec. 14, 2025 Tues.–Fri. 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat.–Sun. Noon–6 p.m. Since 1989 when the Runyon family donated a fantastic collection of 19th and 20th century art and decorative art, the Forsyth Galleries has set about amassing a fantastic collection that we enjoy sharing with the community. Those who love and appreciate the collection have, in turn, donated or loaned a significant number of items including paperweights, Asian art, early American pewter, American Brilliant Cut Crystal, 19th century quilts, small furniture items, as well as additional paintings, works on paper and art glass. This exhibition celebrates their generosity and, we hope, will inspire others to share their treasures with the University. THANK YOU! To inquire about donating works of late 19th and early 20th art or to make a contribution to the Forsyth Galleries, contact Assistant Director and Curator Elizabeth Appleby at eappleby@tamu.edu (mailto:eappleby@tamu.edu).

Exhibition on Display: Sept. 25–Dec. 13, 2025Tues.–Fri. 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat.–Sun. Noon–6 p.m. barnes' work takes on subjects of spirituality, oral histories, power, and bell hooks philosophies testing the object/subject divide. Her figures are to be understood as her spiritual guides unbound by time. Her objects contain undeniable presences as activation of the inanimate is at the core of her practice. All this, guiding her to construct spaces in which their truths are revealed.

Exhibition on Display: Sept. 9–Dec. 14, 2025 Tues.–Fri. 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sat.–Sun. Noon–6 p.m. Since 1989 when the Runyon family donated a fantastic collection of 19th and 20th century art and decorative art, the Forsyth Galleries has set about amassing a fantastic collection that we enjoy sharing with the community. Those who love and appreciate the collection have, in turn, donated or loaned a significant number of items including paperweights, Asian art, early American pewter, American Brilliant Cut Crystal, 19th century quilts, small furniture items, as well as additional paintings, works on paper and art glass. This exhibition celebrates their generosity and, we hope, will inspire others to share their treasures with the University. THANK YOU! To inquire about donating works of late 19th and early 20th art or to make a contribution to the Forsyth Galleries, contact Assistant Director and Curator Elizabeth Appleby at eappleby@tamu.edu (mailto:eappleby@tamu.edu).