A Legacy of Relationships and Housing Innovation at Texas A&M: Chareny Rydl of Residence Life Dedicating more than three decades to her work in the Department of Residence Life, Chareny Rydl has become a pillar of leadership at Texas A&M. As she’s set to retire this summer, she looks back on her career and shares advice for what’s ahead. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Chareny Rydl in Hullabaloo Hall, which was constructed under her leadership. Behind her, a … [Read more...] about A Legacy of Relationships and Housing Innovation at Texas A&M: Chareny Rydl of Residence Life
Telling Our Story
The Aggie Experience in a Day
The Aggie Experience in a Day The Division of Student Affairs helped prospective students get a glimpse into life at Texas A&M beyond the classroom at Aggieland Saturday 2025. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Texas A&M welcomed over 17,000 guests to campus on Feb. 8, including over 8,000 prospective students. Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Aggieland Saturday is the biggest open house Texas A&M University offers and is a time when Texas … [Read more...] about The Aggie Experience in a Day
Texas A&M Student Affairs Staff Win Assessment Leaders Awards
Texas A&M Student Affairs Staff Win Assessment Leaders Awards The Division of Student Affairs is a national leader in the assessment of how experiences outside of the classroom contribute to student learning. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Brooke Errington (left) and Dr. Darby Roberts (right) Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Student Affairs Assessment Leaders (SAAL) is a nationwide group of professionals dedicated to improving the student … [Read more...] about Texas A&M Student Affairs Staff Win Assessment Leaders Awards
Never in My Wildest Dreams
Never in My Wildest Dreams BG Joe E. Ramirez, Jr. ‘79 (Ret.) is retiring after 45 years of serving his country and Texas A&M. By Chuck Glenewinkel ‘97, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs BG Joe. E. Ramirez, Jr. with his parents, Lupe (left) and Joe Ramirez Sr. (right). Courtesy photo In the United States Army, a single star represents the rank of a Brigadier General. But for Joe E. and Lupe Ramirez, the “star” they would come to celebrate wasn’t just a military rank — it … [Read more...] about Never in My Wildest Dreams
Transforming Data: How SAPAR Elevates Assessment Across Campus
Transforming Data: How SAPAR Elevates Assessment Across Campus As a unique consulting service for student organizations and departments, SAPAR streamlines assessment processes and enhances data-driven decision-making within the Division of Student Affairs. By Darby Roberts, Student Affairs Planning, Assessment & Research As one of the few student affairs assessment offices in the country, Student Affairs Planning, Assessment & Research (SAPAR) is in a unique position to support … [Read more...] about Transforming Data: How SAPAR Elevates Assessment Across Campus
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