J A G F A M C O N N E C T I O N February 2023
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All About Us
Who Are We?
How We Define "Family"
Parents, Guardians, and Siblings
Children and Significant
Others
Extended Family: Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews, and Grandparents
Friends
Anyone else defined as family in your life
What We Do
Our Mission is to empower Jaguar family members and Jaguar students with families within the university setting by creating intentional interactions with campus resources, developing a sense of belonging and community, and providing programs and resources to maintain academic and social connections with the jaguar community.
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Contact Us Email: Family@tamusa.edu Phone: (210) 784-1452
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A&M University- San Antonio
Engaging Families
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Get to know the Family Engagement team!
DIRECTOR
Dr. Reba Sims
ASSISTANT
FAMILY STUDENT COORDINATOR
Bianca Gonzalez
Bella Lopez
FAMILY STUDENT COORDINATOR
Check Out Our Resource Guide!
THE JAG FAMILY CONNECTION
A&M-San Antonio
Dates to know
February 1
Census Date
February 2
Last day for students to apply for graduation this term & Deadline for this term's graduation applicants to complete the change of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome Center
February 13
20th class day
February 15
Graduation Application Fee payment deadline
N E W S L E T T E R
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Deadlines forTuition andFees
FallSemester(16-Week)2022
Febuary1st
FIRST INSTALLMENT DUE FOR DEFERRED PAYMENT PLAN (4 AND 5 PAYMENT PLANS)
April1st
THIRD INSTALLMENT DUE FOR DEFERRED PAYMENT PLAN (4 AND 5 PAYMENT PLANS)
March3rd
SECOND INSTALLMENT DUE FOR DEFERRED PAYMENT PLAN (4 AND 5 PAYMENT PLANS)
May1st
LAST INSTALLMENT DUE FOR DEFERRED PAYMENT PLAN (5 PAYMENT PLANS)
STUDENT BUSINESS SERVICES
Calling all Family members!
This organization is designed to empower family members to connect with Jaguar students on and off-campus, promote a sense of home in the A&MSA community, and provide opportunities for local cultural learning.
Join Today!
2023 CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE MEETING
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General Meeting Schedule Spring
March
CANDY BOUQUET FUNDRAISER 2/14/23 9AM-NOON CAB COURTYARD Family Association's $10 Valentine's Day
SAFETY Personswithdisabilitiesrequiringaccommodationsshould contact: OfficerKarenTucker-Engel (210)784-1906 Join through JagSync
Tuesday February 7, 2023 Transfer Center 4:00pm - 5:00pm TIMECAPSULE
Jaguar Family Members!
Students should lean on us NOW for improving their resume, practicing their introductions, interviews, and other communication, and navigating through their own career development plan. We are excited to support and celebrate your students along with you!
Interview Experience!
Job Hunting! Networking opportunities!
Check Us Out!
AskMeAnything
Looking for some tips on managing your
personal finances? Need to set up a money coaching appointment? Need to learn how
to create a budget? This event will provide
a question regarding your personal finances! Stop by and learn some great information
you with an opportunity to ask Eli McCullen, Financial Education Coordinator or Javier Jazo, Financial Literacy Graduate Assistant
February 15 10am to 12pm CAB Courtyard
Paying for College Workshop
Come join us for this workshop on paying for college. We will look at where to find scholarships, writing the best scholarship essay, and much more! We will be serving FOOD. February 7th 3:30pm to 4:30pm
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FAFSA Q&A
HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FAFSA?
IN THIS WEBINAR, WE WILL GIVE A FAFSA OVERVIEW AND ANSWER STUDENTS’ QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FAFSA.
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID INCLUDING FEDERAL GRANTS, LOANS, WORK-STUDY, AND IN SOME CASES STATE AND INSTITUTIONAL AID YOU HAVE TO COMPLETE THE FAFSA.
February7|4pm Online
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THROUGH JAGSYNC
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future just got brighter! Shop the latest careerwear, shoes, jewelry, handbags, luggage and beyond.
Beauty
your best face forward with interviewready makeup, skincare, grooming and more Find even more online at jcp.com/beauty!
Salon Turn up the style with locks of savings New clients get 20% off their service with a Designer or Sr. Designer.
Portraits by Lifetouch Get professional headshots starting at just $29 99 Schedule your session at jcpportraits.com. Contactless shopping Visit jcp.com to order free same-day pickup in store or curbside Upto 50% Off *selectcareerwear, shoes&accessories *When you use the Extra 30% Off coupon available at event Student ID required In store | February 11, 2023 11:00 am - 2:00 pm STORE EVENT LOCATION: JCPenney at North Star Mall 7400 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78216 To shop online, text JAGS to 67292 to get your 30% off coupon Suit-Up Event Contact for more information: Office of Career Services mays@tamusa edu
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UNDERSTANDING FINANCIAL AID
UNDERSTANDING THE COST OF COLLEGE AND THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW WHEN ATTENDING COLLEGE. IN THIS SESSION, WE WILL EXPLAIN THE TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID THAT MAY BE OFFERED SO THAT STUDENTS CAN MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS.
February23|4pm Online
JOIN THROUGH JAGSYNC
GirlStart, Inc.
February16 11-3pm GirlStart,Inc.willbetablingon campustotalkabouttheir missionandpossiblepositions forTAMUSAstudents. SciTechEast Lobby Recruitment Table:
SixFlags February20 11-1:30pm FiestaTexaswillbeoncampusto discussopportunitieswithinthe company. SciTechEast Lobby Recruitment Table:
Recruitment Table:
BlackDiamond Camp
February27 10-2pm
ChangingLivesthroughoutdooradventure.
ThereisnoothercamplikeBlackDiamondCamp!
Fromyouthgroupretreatstofamilycamps,andadultevents,eachstayherewestrivetobethedefinition ofchooseyourownadventure!Yourtimehereissuretobefilledwithwildlyfunactivities,breathtaking nature,andworldclasshospitalityandprogramming!BlackDiamondCampisconvenientlysituated betweenSeattleandTacoma,andmakenomistake,theadventurehereisreal!Someactivitiesinclude: Rockclimbingwalls,indoorswimming,hikingtrailsandmore!Aperfectplacetogrowbondswithyour youthorchurchgroup. Stopbyourtabletoseeifworkingforusisafitforyou.
SciTechWest Lobby
Recruitment Table:
StillWater Camp
February27 10-1pm
BuildingCommunity,TransformingLives
“StillWaterCampssharesthelife-changingtruthof JesusChristthroughevangelisticanddiscipleship focusedinitiatives.” CamplocatedinBoerne,TexashiringforSummer2023
SciTechEast Lobby
SATURDAY
FEBRUARY25TH
HavenforHope
SanAntonioFoodBankWarehouse
TAMUSAGarden&Greenhouse
TexasDiaperBank
Looking for a campus job or internship?
Is your student looking for a job or internship? Look no further! The Office of Family Engagement has you covered. Just head over to Handshake, our online system. On Handshake, your student will find many opportunities including postings, career events, work study opportunities, and more.
To begin, have your student go to Handshake and log into JagWire with their credentials. For more information or a quick guide on how to log into Handshake, please click here.
Please note that your student will be sent a verification to their University email, and this gets caught in spam sometimes. Have them check that folder to be able to verify.
Register to Vote! Because Your Vote Matters
Feb 8 & 14
Jaguar Java from 11:00am - 2:00pm
Let's be honest, voting is a bit confusing. That's why MOVE Texas is here to answer all your questions about what the heck is actually going on! Stop by and ask whatever questions you have about getting registered to vote, and we will do our best to get you ready to cast an informed ballot! (it's not as boring as it sounds, we promise).
Ask us about out Student Chapter if you're interested in joining a student led organization!
MOVE Texas!
Clifton Strengths Clifton Strengths
Clifton Strengths Finder is an assessment that provides results of your top strengths! Here at A&MSA w ve training Strengths Coaches, are looking for Strengths Champions, and ant to focus on utilizing strengths to your advantage over focusing on weaknesses. All first year freshment take this assessment and other students have an opportunity to based on their university engagements.
Are you interested in getting your top 5 strengths as a parent or family member?
If so, review the Clifton Strengths site and send an interest email to family@tamusa.edu. You may also take the assessment directly from the website.
Help us help you cultivate your best self, relate to your student, family members, and other contacts in a more productive way. Remember, we love your students but you are just as important to us!
After the assessment, if you are interested in coaching or wanting to better underst your strengths, email family@tamusa.edu to set up a coaching session!
We hope to hear from you!
Dr. Reba Sims
Achiever
Input | Realtor |
| Individualization |
Learner
PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE RESOURCE FAIR
CAREER FAIR PREP EVENT
A.I.M.M. & the Coalition In Collaboration With
Come out and meet with local businesses and experts regarding how to dress professionally. We will also have tables where you can get a micro-resume review, work on your elevator pitch, and experience a student lead runway professional attire fashion show. We will also have food, a photobooth, a barber on site cutting hair, stylists, and make-up artists to talk to about your professional look.
WES, 8 FEBRUARY 2023
11 AM TO 2 PM
CEREMONY ROOMPATRIOT'S CASA
If you require accommodations please contact mays@tamusa edu or call 210 784 1356
STI & HIV TESTING ON CAMPUS
Free test and treatment for the Campus Community SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 9 A.M. - 1 P.M. AUDITORIUM BUS LANE FEB 9
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Seven A&M-San Antonio faculty and staff members collaborated to share their expertise on ways students can enhance their overall well-being. This article provides an overview of eight wellness domains and includes practical tips individuals can implement to maximize well-being in each respective domain. This article has been published on the Dean of Students website.
For questions or comments, please contact Dr. Mary Buzzetta, director of the Student Counseling Center (SSCC) at, mary.buzzetta@tamusa.edu.
Guardian House also offers Mental Health Counseling Services (currently virtual), including:
FREE mental health counseling services through the Guardian House Counseling Clinic (GHCC) Sliding Scale mental health counseling services offered at flexible times, seven days a week, including:
Individual Counseling
Couples/Marriage and Family Counseling
Reunification Counseling
Therapeutic Supervised Visitation
To inquire/schedule, please call (210) 733-3349 or visit the website at guardianhouse.org.
Clarity Child Guidance Center is a not-for-profit solely dedicated to mental health care for children ages 3-17. They provide the following services as well as free screening and financial aid:
child, adolescent, and family therapy (ages 4-17)
brief therapy (ages 4-17)
group therapy (ages 14-17)
psychological assessment (ages 4-17)
psychiatric evaluation and management (ages 5-17)
day treatment, acute and inpatient care
For more information visit www.claritycgc.org or call (210)-616-0300
HEALTH AND WELLNESS CONTINUED...
Student Counseling Center
Now available 24/7 for all students!
In order to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 Delta Variant, the Student Counseling Center will primarily offer services via phone and/or Webex. Any students interested in scheduling an appointment should call (210) 784-1331 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
If you are experiencing a crisis and/or emergency, please call (210) 784-1331 or visit the Student Counseling Center in Modular C (rear entrance) any time Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. If this is a life-threatening emergency, please use the emergency resources listed below.
Emergency Resources
911 and ask for a Mental Health Officer
University Police emergency line: (210) 784-1911
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255
The Center for Health Care Services: (800) 316-9241
Family Violence Prevention Services: (210) 733-8810
Text “Help” to the National Crisis Textline: 741-741
Love Your Selfie & Others! February 14, 2023 11:30 AM - 2 PM CAB Courtyard
THE CARCERAL 5:00PM-8:00 PM A&M-SAN ANTONIO CLASSROOM HALL 102 THE CARCERAL STATE: POLICING, THE SCHOOL TO PRISON NEXUS, AND MASS INCARCERATION FEB 17 2023 STATE Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations should contact Reba.Sims@tamusa.edu or 210-784-1434. POLICING, THE SCHOOL TO PRISON NEXUS, AND MASS INCARCERATION
FOR DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE CONTACT COUNSELING CENTER THE STUDENTR AT (210) 784-1331 RSVP on Jagsync or call 210-784-1331 to sign up COPING SKILLS GROUP THERAPY BUILDING A STRONGER VERSIONOFMYSELF I'M DOING ME Tuesdays: 11-12pm OR Wednesday: 2-3pm Six week series starting the week of Feb 21st on Webex
Safe Space Workshop
Rainbow P.A.W.S. (Pride at Work and School) is hosting a Safe Space training workshops in January. The workshop is two hours long and features a Q&A at the end. This will be hosted oncampus.
Through education and advocacy, the Safe Space program seeks to make Texas A&M University-San Antonio a more welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus for LGBTQ+ individuals, a term that includes but is not limited to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and queer individuals.
Safe Space workshops prepare members of the University community to support and advocate for those who identify as LGBTQ+.
Safe Spaces are people, not places. Through this training, you will become a Safe Space for our LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty.
Once the workshop has been completed, you will receive a Safe Space sticker, which you can display to signal your status as an advocate.
February 22nd
For more info or to RSVP to the event, please visit the JagSync event page
If you require accommodations please contact cristina.dominguez@tamusa.edu. 1
SciTech
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JAGSYNC HAS A LIST OF ALL THE EVENTS ON CAMPUS AND LIST OF ORGANZATIONS ON CAMPUS SO THAT YOU CAN GET INVOLED!
SPRING
FEST
April 1, 2023
10:00AM-2:00PM
A&M-SA Patriots' Casa
Games - Characters - Egg HuntZumba- Face Painting - LoteriaCompetitions - and More!
Persons with disabilities in need of accommodations, please contact Reba.Sims@tamusa.edu or 210-784-1434.
IMPORTANT DATES TO KNOW
February 1: Census Date
February 2 Last day for students to apply for graduation this term& Deadline for this term's graduation applicants to complete the change of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome Center
February 13: 20th class day
February 15: Graduation Application Fee payment deadline
Click the heading to access the full Spring 2023 academic calendar and all the important dates to know.
CONTACT INFORMATION Office of Family Engagement One University Way Patriots' Casa 104a Family@tamusa edu (210) 784-1452 AMSAJagFamily Sign up for Family Connect and join today!
