Start Suicide Awareness Month off on the right foot and join us wherever you are for our Virtual Walk Challenge! Students, faculty and staff members across the Texas A&M University System can form teams of up to eight and track their steps to contribute to the team's overall mileage total. It's a fun and flexible way to support your mental wellness, stay connected with others and raise awareness for suicide prevention.How to join the leagueVisit howdyhealth.org/programs and navigate to the Walk Through Texas History program Login or create an account through the Register Now link Visit the Living Well website Use the code wtthL-250813-67987 in the Team Code field Complete the join a league form and submit to finalize

The Sexual Health session equips students with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions about their sexual health. Presenters will cover boundaries, consent, sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention and contraception, while encouraging open conversation and promoting safe, respectful relationships.

The ceremony begins on the day of Silver Taps when the flag in front of the Academic Building is placed at half-staff. Notices are posted at the Memorial Student Center, Evans Library, and at the base of the flagpole in front of the Academic Building. At 10:15 p.m., chimes from the Albritton Bell Tower begin to play. The ceremony begins at 10:30 p.m. as the Ross Volunteers Firing Squad marches in slow cadence to the statue of Lawrence Sullivan Ross. Three volleys are fired. "Silver Taps" is played by six buglers three times – to the North, West, and South. This concludes the ceremony, but not the feelings of respect and honor. With respect, the ceremony of Silver Taps is dedicated to the deceased Aggie and is a solemn and serious event. Some important observances must be remembered:The area in front of the Sul Ross statue and the Academic Building is reserved for the friends and family of the deceased. Aggies do not stand or sit on the benches lining the walkway between the flagpole and the Sul Ross Statue. The darkness and quiet, which cover the campus, emphasize the mood for Silver Taps. Aggies help to retain this tranquility by covering windows, keeping noise to a minimum, and walking to and from the ceremony without talking. The name of the deceased Aggie is posted on the flagpole base during the day of Silver Taps.

Discover the wide range of resources University Health Services provides to support Aggie health and success. This presentation highlights the variety of services—many free for students—available on campus to help students achieve their goals while staying healthy.

The farm crew from WhistleStop Acres (https://www.whistlestopacres.co) will bring some of their friendliest animals—including miniature cows, goats, chickens and donkeys—to cuddle with students. Stop by for deep breaths and a moment to connect.

Join us at SSB to learn about the services and programs we provide to all Texas A&M students. Student Life strives to enhance your opportunities as a student to participate fully in the university experience. Each of the program areas within Student Life has a specific mission, but one common goal: to provide education, outreach and support to you.

Set in a post-apocalyptic College Station, "The Post-America Variety Show" is a new variety extravaganza that takes a nostalgic look back at a time that never was: the Roaring 2020s, a time when people from different points of view were able to set aside their differences, come together, yell and fight, but also laugh. Enjoy singing and dancing, original music and choreography, comedy and more, all created by Texas A&M students. Prepare one to two minutes to showcase talent of any kind. Creative exercises with a partner will also be a part of the audition. Dress in comfortable clothes. Auditions will be in the Black Box Theater in the Liberal Arts and Arts and Humanities Building. The production is Nov. 20-21 at 7 p.m. at Rudder Theatre. Tickets will be available at the MSC Box Office.

Join us for a creative and energizing way to de-stress! Hop on a stationary bike and use the power of your pedaling to race against friends or beat your own record. Come ready to move and support suicide prevention on campus! 

Ever wondered how technology might be shaping our experience of the world and of each other? The "Distress and Resilience in the Age of Technology: A Conversation" presentation explores how the pervasiveness of technology use may affect our values, attitudes, behaviors and relationships. The presentation will includes an engaging conversation about what we find distressing, and what it may take to be resilient in the face of such distress.

Set in a post-apocalyptic College Station, "The Post-America Variety Show" is a new variety extravaganza that takes a nostalgic look back at a time that never was: the Roaring 2020s, a time when people from different points of view were able to set aside their differences, come together, yell and fight, but also laugh. Enjoy singing and dancing, original music and choreography, comedy and more, all created by Texas A&M students. Prepare one to two minutes to showcase talent of any kind. Creative exercises with a partner will also be a part of the audition. Dress in comfortable clothes. Auditions will be in the Black Box Theater in the Liberal Arts and Arts and Humanities Building. The production is Nov. 20-21 at 7 p.m. at Rudder Theatre. Tickets will be available at the MSC Box Office.

Start Suicide Awareness Month off on the right foot and join us wherever you are for our Virtual Walk Challenge! Students, faculty and staff members across the Texas A&M University System can form teams of up to eight and track their steps to contribute to the team's overall mileage total. It's a fun and flexible way to support your mental wellness, stay connected with others and raise awareness for suicide prevention.How to join the leagueVisit howdyhealth.org/programs and navigate to the Walk Through Texas History program Login or create an account through the Register Now link Visit the Living Well website Use the code wtthL-250813-67987 in the Team Code field Complete the join a league form and submit to finalize

University Health Services is partnering with Aggies Reaching Aggies (https://uhs.tamu.edu/mental-health/aggies-reaching-aggies.html) and Aggie Peer Connect (https://uhs.tamu.edu/prevention/aggie-peer-connect.html) to spread awareness on how students can support each other. Stop by our resource table for information on suicide prevention resources both on and off campus. Learn more about upcoming Suicide Awareness Month events and grab some free swag!

Join us for our first Off-Campus Student Meet-Up! Whether you're a local, an out-of-state newcomer, an undergraduate, or a graduate student, this event is all about making connections in your college community. Meet fellow students, swap tips about living off-campus, and share your favorite spots around town. We'll have icebreakers to get the conversation started, light refreshments, and plenty of opportunities to find new friends and resources.

Counselor Connect offers Texas A&M University students an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the counseling process and resources within University Health Services. Students can pick from various activities to participate in while interacting with counselors, creating an informal and laid-back environment. During these 15-minute sessions, students will learn strategies for self-care that can improve any area in their lives! Counselor Connect aims to reduce the stigma around mental health and create a safe space on campus for connection. Although this is NOT an individual counseling session, it is an opportunity to engage with a mental health professional and discuss strategies for self-care to give students the tools to achieve their academic goals. By attending a Counselor Connect event, students acknowledge that University Health Services cannot guarantee the confidentiality of the conversations that occur during each event.

Bring a printed copy of your resume to have it reviewed and corrected for the semester! Also, practice your elevator pitch at this walk-up event. Industry and Career Center professionals will give you a prescription for success as you prepare for the career fair season! FREE event & NO RSVP required. No dress code - come as you are!

September is National Suicide Awareness Month, and it's important to know the facts and strategies for support. This presentation raises awareness of suicide warning signs, symptoms and statistics in college-aged individuals. Learn how to recognize when someone needs help, ways to intervene and what resources are available—on- and off- campus—to help save lives and decrease stigma.

University Health Services is partnering with Aggies Reaching Aggies (https://uhs.tamu.edu/mental-health/aggies-reaching-aggies.html) and Aggie Peer Connect (https://uhs.tamu.edu/prevention/aggie-peer-connect.html) to spread awareness on how students can support each other. Stop by our resource table for information on suicide prevention resources both on and off campus. Learn more about upcoming Suicide Awareness Month events and grab some free swag!

Date: Sept. 9Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. CSTLocation: MSC 2406 Audience: TAMU Student Leaders, All Students WelcomeLunch Will Be ProvidedEvent Description: Both great Aggies and great citizens are the aim of the Citizenship and Service (C&S) Initiative at Texas A&M University. The C&S mission is: Each student who graduates from Texas A&M University—through reflection on the Aggie Core Values, instruction, high-impact experiences and leadership opportunities—will be ready and willing to serve as a contributing citizen of their community, the state of Texas and the United States. All students will be exposed, then offered the opportunity, and eventually expected to engage across the essential components of character, knowledge, skills and service. Come hear its director, Brigadier General (Ret.) Kim Field, as well as Jeffery Justin, the assistant vice president for student affairs, and your student body vice president, Kathleen Parks, discuss this presidential priority, including the many ways you can get involved. Be prepared to offer your thoughts and ideas.

"Talk Saves Lives" is an educational presentation developed by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention that provides a comprehensive overview of suicide prevention. Learn to recognize warning signs, understand risk and protective factors, and take actionable steps to support early intervention prevent suicide. Participants will gain knowledge and confidence to help reduce stigma and make a positive impact in their community.

Ever wish you had a guide at the grocery store? Now you do. University Health Services Grocery Store Tours are back, and this month's theme is "Snack Smarter." These in-store tours are led by a campus health educator and are designed to help students learn how to choose affordable, energizing snacks that support both body and brain. Each tour includes a guided walk-through of key grocery sections including produce, grains, dairy and snacks. Students will receive tips on reading nutrition labels, spotting nutrient-dense options and shopping on a student budget. After the tour, participants will complete a fun scavenger hunt through the store and wrap up with a 20–30-minute cooking demonstration and sampling session provided by H-E-B Cooking Connections. Space is limited so sign up today! Students are responsible for their own transportation and should plan to arrive 15 minutes early. The tour will start at the front entrance by the produce section. The tour is free to attend. However, if you register and fail to attend without notifying uhsprevpop@tamu.edu (mailto:uhsprevpop@tamu.edu) at least 24 hours in advance, a $25 no-show fee will be charged to your student account.