From Aggie to CEO: Dr. Patrick Conway's Story The journey from College Station to the C-suite: One leader's path through medicine, policy and health care transformation. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Dr. Patrick Conway '96 (left) with his brother Michael Conway '90. Courtesy image As CEO of Optum — a health care giant serving more than 150 million people globally — Patrick Conway, M.D. '96, oversees decisions that impact the health care system daily. But … [Read more...] about From Aggie to CEO: Dr. Patrick Conway’s Story
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Texas A&M Names Bill Kibler Vice President for Student Affairs
Texas A&M Names Bill Kibler Vice President for Student Affairs Experienced student affairs professional returns to Aggieland. By Chuck Glenewinkel ’97, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs General (Ret.) Mark A. Welsh III, President of Texas A&M University, has tabbed longtime higher education professional Bill Kibler, Ph.D., as the next vice president for the Division of Student Affairs. Kibler served in various student affairs roles at Texas A&M from 1980 to 2004, and most … [Read more...] about Texas A&M Names Bill Kibler Vice President for Student Affairs
A Legacy of Relationships and Housing Innovation at Texas A&M: Chareny Rydl of Residence Life
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
Wellness Wisdom for Thriving at Texas A&M
Wellness Wisdom for Thriving at Texas A&M Eight well-being tips any Aggie can use this Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs For Mental Health Awareness Month, we sat down with mental and physical wellness professionals from Texas A&M, Anna Taggart, DJ Scott and Megan Culpepper for an episode of On Air with Student Affairs to share some encouraging, practical advice with Aggies. Being in college can bring a lot of … [Read more...] about Wellness Wisdom for Thriving at Texas A&M
DSA Awards 2025
Congratulations to members of the Division of Student Affairs and Texas A&M University staff who received awards at the 2025 DSA Awards Ceremony for their outstanding contributions to our students and programs! VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE EVENT Dr. Melanie McKoin Owens Student Life Nick Heiar Recreational Sports Trish Winkle Global Engagement Dr. Jennifer Dulin Department of Biology Jaclyn Upshaw-Brown Student Life Carly Smith Residence Life Michelle … [Read more...] about DSA Awards 2025
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