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
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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
Division of Student Affairs Staff Selected for 2025 Distinguished Achievement Awards

Division of Student Affairs Staff Selected for 2025 Distinguished Achievement Awards Texas A&M and The Association of Former Students presented 24 outstanding faculty and staff with the 2025 Distinguished Achievement Awards. Chareny Rydl and Tracey Forman ‘99 were two Division of Student Affairs staff members honored this year. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Recipients of the Distinguished Achievement Awards were honored amongst their peers on April 25 at … [Read more...] about Division of Student Affairs Staff Selected for 2025 Distinguished Achievement Awards
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