- DescriptionGrab up to 8 team members to rally together and promote mental wellness and suicide awareness & prevention.How to join the league:Visit howdyhealth.org/programs (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/howdyhealth.org/programs__;!!KwNVnqRv!QFHEDc77CEP_7D2vtQ7CHbKtRO_50oh8PIyN3XusiqJTEPj1XsoClsKOREdg1DbG5jg$)Navigate to the Walk Through Texas History programLogin or create an account through the Register Now linkCopy this code and paste into the Team Code field: wtthL-240816-87036Complete the join a league form and submit to finalize
- Websitehttps://calendar.tamu.edu/live/events/327293-virtual-walk-challenge
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- Sep 239:30 AMMini-Symposium on Hydro-Climatological Extremes and Compound HazardsOn September 23, 2024, Texas A&M University and the Department of Atmospheric Sciences will host a joint mini-symposium with UT Austin to explore the rising frequency and intensity of extreme hydrometeorological events. The event will focus on the growing significance of compound hazards, where multiple extreme events occur simultaneously or in sequence. Experts will discuss current understanding, research gaps, and strategies to improve prediction and management of these complex threats. The symposium gets underway at 9:30 a.m. and will be held in the MSC, Room 2404.
- Sep 2310:00 AMResume Pop-up TableReview your resume for job applications and preparation for the upcoming Business Career Fair!
- Sep 2311:00 AMHazing Prevention Week: Kick-Off Event
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