NEWS FROM THE COLLEGES
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES
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- Plants and green décor in hospital rooms may aid recoveryTexas A&M researchers use immersive virtual reality to study effects on relaxation and cognitive restoration The post Plants and green décor in hospital rooms may aid recovery appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Texas A&M AgriLife leaders offer New World screwworm experienceVeterans of 2016 Florida outbreak reflect on lessons learned, share insight to protect Texas livestock and wildlife The post Texas A&M AgriLife leaders offer New World screwworm experience appeared first on AgriLife Today.
- Ranch Horse Program on Aug. 3 to launch Beef Cattle Short CourseRenowned Texas A&M faculty and industry leaders from across the country on the agenda The post Ranch Horse Program on Aug. 3 to launch Beef Cattle Short Course appeared first on AgriLife Today.
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE
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- Arch4Health Honors Skaggs, Sprague with Lecture SeriesThe Texas A&M Department of Architecture renamed its Architecture for Health (Arch4Health) Lecture Series to honor the profound legacies of former students Ronald L. Skaggs ’65 and Joseph G. Sprague ’70. Now titled the “Ronald L. Skaggs and ... The post Arch4Health Honors Skaggs, Sprague with Lecture Series appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Texas Teens Discover Climate, Disaster Response Careers at Camp DASHHigh school students from the Gulf Coast spent four days at Texas A&M University learning how to protect their communities from natural disasters. Camp DASH (Disaster, Advocacy, Sustainability and Health) is a summer academy that helps teens explore ... The post Texas Teens Discover Climate, Disaster Response Careers at Camp DASH appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
- Dr. Lingqian ‘Ivy’ Hu Joins Texas A&M as Dean of College of ArchitectureDr. Lingqian “Ivy” Hu officially begins her tenure as dean of the Texas A&M College of Architecture on July 1. The Office of the Provost announced her appointment in April, following a national search for new leadership Hu ... The post Dr. Lingqian ‘Ivy’ Hu Joins Texas A&M as Dean of College of Architecture appeared first on Texas A&M University College of Architecture.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
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Texas A&M Physicist Baishan Hu Earns Early Career Scientist PrizeDr. Hu is one of three scientists worldwide recognized this year by the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics for their exceptional achievements and future potential in nuclear physics....Read More→ The post Texas A&M Physicist Baishan Hu Earns Early Career Scientist Prize appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
Who’s The BOSS?Best of Statistical Science (BOSS) 2025 showcases excellence in statistics. ...Read More→ The post Who’s The BOSS? appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
In Memory Of A Mentor: Fellowship Honors Dr. Raytcho Dimitrov LazarovThe endowed award continues his legacy of teaching, research and student mentorship in Texas A&M’s Department of Mathematics....Read More→ The post In Memory Of A Mentor: Fellowship Honors Dr. Raytcho Dimitrov Lazarov appeared first on the The College of Arts and Sciences News page.
BUSH SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC SERVICE
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- Bush School Graduate Student Presents Research on Trade and Regional Inequality in Mexico CityOn July 10, Colleen Goggin, a recent graduate of the Master of International Affairs program at the Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University, presented her original research as a Texas Lyceum Fellow at this year’s Texas Lyceum Quarterly Conference, “Beyond Borders: Immigration & the Texas Economy,” in Mexico City, Mexico. […] The post Bush School Graduate Student Presents Research on Trade and Regional Inequality in Mexico City appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 give $1 million to the Bush School for endowed chair honoring Randy Sims ’61, a widely respected Brazos Valley officialThe Leaches’ investment will fund an expansion of the Bush School of Government and Public Service’s City and County Governance Program. “We are profoundly grateful to Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 for their extraordinary generosity to support public service and the future of Texas. Their gift will empower us to better serve communities across […] The post Amy ’84 and Tim Leach ’82 give $1 million to the Bush School for endowed chair honoring Randy Sims ’61, a widely respected Brazos Valley official appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
- New Policy Brief Reveals Five Key Insights about TariffsA new issue of The Takeaway explains how Tariffs cost consumers and cannot close budget gaps or trade deficits. COLLEGE STATION, TX (May 2025) – A new issue of The Takeaway from the Mosbacher Institute at the Bush School of Government & Public Service outlines five key facts everyone should know about tariffs. While tariffs […] The post New Policy Brief Reveals Five Key Insights about Tariffs appeared first on The Bush School of Government & Public Service.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
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- Storytelling to Understand EmotionsThe Texas A&M Institute for Early Childhood Development & Education shares how you can turn story time into a powerful tool for your child's growth. The post Storytelling to Understand Emotions appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Creating Opportunity Through TeamworkTexas A&M partners with Every Kid Sports to expand youth sport access through after-school programs and scholarships. The post Creating Opportunity Through Teamwork appeared first on Education and Human Development.
- Horses Bring Hope to Parkinson’s PatientsDr. Deanna Kennedy leads innovative research to answer if equine-assisted therapy, could help those battling Parkinson’s disease. The post Horses Bring Hope to Parkinson’s Patients appeared first on Education and Human Development.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
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Engineering a Cleaner, Greener Race CarTexas A&M University students have designed an eco-friendly car for amateur and pro-am racing leagues....Read More→ The post Engineering a Cleaner, Greener Race Car appeared first on the Engineering News page.
New Partnership Explores Frontiers of AI in Higher EducationTexas A&M Engineering joined leading universities in OpenAI’s NexGenAI consortium to foster tech-driven literacy. ...Read More→ The post New Partnership Explores Frontiers of AI in Higher Education appeared first on the Engineering News page.
Hey Siri, Fix My Spacecraft!Researchers are testing a virtual assistant that may help astronauts solve unexpected problems during space travel....Read More→ The post Hey Siri, Fix My Spacecraft! appeared first on the Engineering News page.
MAYS BUSINESS SCHOOL
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- Texas A&M Pitcher Ryan Prager Heads to the Big Leagues with a Degree in HandThis article originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of @Mays. Ryan Prager has achieved a lot at Texas A&M. In baseball, he pitched twice for the Aggies at the College World Series: once in 2022 and again in 2024. In between, he spent 2023 recovering from surgery on his left pitching elbow. He [...] The post Texas A&M Pitcher Ryan Prager Heads to the Big Leagues with a Degree in Hand appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- 12 Student Team Finalists Advancing in AI Business Plan Competition AnnouncedTwelve student-led AI companies have been selected as finalists for the “Building a Better Future Through Business and AI” National Undergraduate Pitch Competition, setting the stage for the in-person pitching round in College Station later this year. The competition called for business proposals from undergraduate student founders that leveraged AI to address real-world challenges. Students [...] The post 12 Student Team Finalists Advancing in AI Business Plan Competition Announced appeared first on Mays Business School News.
- Orchestrating a Career ChangeDuring the 2020 pandemic when the world locked down, Kent Doerries ’22 stepped up. He decided it was time to make the career pivot he’d long been considering. A high school choir director, Doerries applied for the Professional MBA program and completed it while teaching during the pandemic, describing it as “the most fun [...] The post Orchestrating a Career Change appeared first on Mays Business School News.
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
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- New research reveals what drives poor oral health outcomes in rural AmericaOral health is fundamental to overall well-being and quality of life. But for nearly 60 million Americans living in rural areas, accessing dental care isn’t always easy. Limited access to preventive and basic dental care, financial constraints, lower dental insurance coverage and a shortage of dental professionals leave many without the care they need—putting them… The post New research reveals what drives poor oral health outcomes in rural America appeared first on Vital Record.
- Study: Phone-based coaching helps rural Americans keep the weight off—without breaking the bankMost people who lose weight regain some or all of it back within one to five years unless they make long-term changes to their diet and exercise habits. Rural Americans face additional challenges. According to health economist Tiffany Radcliff, PhD, they have higher observed rates of obesity, less access to healthy foods and fewer options… The post Study: Phone-based coaching helps rural Americans keep the weight off—without breaking the bank appeared first on Vital Record.
- Institute for Healthcare Access director joins national data and safety monitoring boardThe Texas A&M Health Institute for Healthcare Access is pleased to announce that Education Director Bryn S. Esplin, JD, HEC-C, CPPS, has been appointed to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases’ (NIAMS) Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB), where she will serve as the clinical ethicist and patient safety monitor. Esplin,… The post Institute for Healthcare Access director joins national data and safety monitoring board appeared first on Vital Record.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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- When Growing Pains Take The Reins: Osteochondrosis In HorsesYoung horses are typically full of energy, running and playing with excitement, but sometimes, their quick growth can hinder their ability to frolic in the fields with their peers. Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD) — a condition that occurs when bones and cartilage struggle to keep up with an animal’s growth — is among those that can […] The post When Growing Pains Take The Reins: Osteochondrosis In Horses appeared first on VMBS News.
- Texas A&M Research Shows That Dog Obesity And Food Motivation Are Linked To Breed, Environment, Owner Choices50% of dogs in the United States are reported to be overweight and, according to a new study led by Texas A&M University and the Dog Aging Project (DAP), the cause may be a complex web of interactions between dogs, their breed background, their environment, and food motivation. For example, the study found that popular […] The post Texas A&M Research Shows That Dog Obesity And Food Motivation Are Linked To Breed, Environment, Owner Choices appeared first on VMBS News.
- Drug-Resistant Parasites Are Common In Ranched Bison, Texas A&M Researchers FindParasitic worms are a pervasive problem in United States agriculture, affecting large and small ruminants such as sheep, goats, and cattle. These worms — also called gastrointestinal nematodes or roundworms — feed on their host, weakening the animals’ immune system and, in certain cases, causing death. Drug resistance in parasites has become increasingly problematic for […] The post Drug-Resistant Parasites Are Common In Ranched Bison, Texas A&M Researchers Find appeared first on VMBS News.
