This LinkedIn workshop aims to help individuals optimize their LinkedIn profiles to enhance their professional online presence. Participants will learn how to create a compelling profile highlighting their skills, experience, and accomplishments. The workshop will cover key features such as crafting a persuasive headline, writing a firm summary, and showcasing work samples. Additionally, attendees will gain insights into building and expanding their network, engaging with industry professionals, and leveraging LinkedIn for job searching and career growth. By the end of the session, participants will have the tools and knowledge to maximize their LinkedIn presence and increase professional opportunities.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 5, in HECC 209 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.RSVP Here! (https://ers.tamu.edu/register.aspx?scheduleid=43890)

Graduate and Professional Student Wine Tasting, sponsored by The Association of Former Students, Student Life, the Office of Graduate and Professional Studies is an annual event held in February at the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center in Flores Hall. Each year the event welcomes 250 graduate and professional students and provides them with the opportunity to learn about wine selection, taste the flavors of a highlighted vineyard, and socialize with other grads. Registration will open on January 21 to grad and professional students currently enrolled in levels G6, G7, G8 , M1-M4, or V1-V4. To RSVP email garyl@studentlife@tamu.edu. (mailto:garyl@studentlife@tamu.edu)

This event is known as the world's largest student-run game jam. Students from universities across the country will create video games from the ground up over a 48-hour period. Students can also interact with industry professionals who will be on hand to serve as mentors.

Invent for the Planet (IFTP) 2025 will tackle some of the world's biggest challenges such as environmental affairs, energy solutions and resource equity. Participate alongside universities worldwide as you dive into researching your chosen need statement, build a prototype, and on the final day, present to a panel of judges. Three teams from each local event are selected as winners with the opportunity to go on to compete for the world title! Registration is now closed. Email meiep@tamu.edu (mailto:jimdonnell@tamu.edu) with any questions.

What: NIRSA Regional Basketball Qualifier TournamentWhen: Feb. 7 (evening), Feb. 8 (afternoon), and Feb. 9 (early afternoon)Where: Student Rec Center Courts 3 and 4Teams: Games are played 5v5, with a minimum of 3 players needed to start and finish a gameTournament Divisions: Men's, Women's.Schedule and Format: Depends on the number of participating teams. If 1 team signs up in a division, we will refund your entry and you will be declared the winning team. If 2 or 3 teams sign up, you will be guaranteed at least 2 games. If 4-8 teams sign up, you will be guaranteed at least 3 games.Entry Fee: $150/teamOther: Maximum of 8 teams per division. If there are more than 8 teams on a waitlist for a given division, we will use internal criteria to determine which teams are selected to participatePrize: The winning team of each league will have their entry fee funded for the NIRSA Regional Basketball Tournament at Texas A&M Corpus Christi on February 21-23, 2025.