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Tom Reber to Retire After Leaving a Legacy of Serving Aggies

November 5, 2025 by Lindsey Norman

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Tom Reber to Retire After Leaving a Legacy of Serving Aggies Student Affairs Associate Vice President and Chief of Staff Tom Reber to retire after 43 years at Texas A&M University. By Chuck Glenewinkel ‘97, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Tom Reber's (front row, center) leadership, mentorship and dedication have made a lasting impact on generations of students and colleagues alike. Texas A&M Rec Sports Tom Reber’s professional career started because someone didn’t show … [Read more...] about Tom Reber to Retire After Leaving a Legacy of Serving Aggies

Filed Under: Featured, Staff Spotlight

One Aggie at a Time: How Cedric Freeman Builds Belonging for Texas A&M Residents

October 29, 2025 by Lindsey Norman

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One Aggie at a Time: How Cedric Freeman Builds Belonging for Texas A&M Residents Through one of the nation’s only one-on-one case management services housed in residence life, Cedric Freeman fosters community for 11,000 Texas A&M students. By Nancy Kim, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs Cedric Freeman simply claims fate brought him to Texas A&M. Wanting to be closer to his aging parents, he recalls mapping an eight-hour radius from his family home and discovering how … [Read more...] about One Aggie at a Time: How Cedric Freeman Builds Belonging for Texas A&M Residents

Filed Under: DSA Strategic Plan, Featured, Inclusive and Caring Communities, Staff Spotlight, Well-being

Fostering the Next Generation of Student Affairs Leaders at Texas A&M

October 16, 2025 by Lindsey Norman

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Fostering the Next Generation of Student Affairs Leaders at Texas A&M Four graduate students studying student affairs administration apply classroom theory in the real world to build the best Aggie experience. By Nancy Kim, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs It’s no easy feat to tailor the best student experience in the country for a growing campus approaching 80,000 Aggies. But at Texas A&M, it’s made possible by recognizing how college transcends academics and valuing the … [Read more...] about Fostering the Next Generation of Student Affairs Leaders at Texas A&M

Filed Under: Create Your Aggie Experience, DSA Strategic Plan, Leveraging Resources, Staff Spotlight Tagged With: Create Your Aggie Experience

The Power of Purpose: How Jennifer Ford’s ‘Why’ Guides Student Success at Texas A&M

September 30, 2025 by Lindsey Norman

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The Power of Purpose: How Jennifer Ford’s ‘Why’ Guides Student Success at Texas A&M In celebration of Careers in Student Affairs Month, meet Jennifer Ford ’99, whose calling to serve has fueled a 25-year career in the Division of Student Affairs. By Nancy Kim, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs What is your why?  Jennifer Ford emphasizes that knowing your “why” is vital to remember what gets you up in the mornings and persevere through challenging moments. Hers is simple but powerful: … [Read more...] about The Power of Purpose: How Jennifer Ford’s ‘Why’ Guides Student Success at Texas A&M

Filed Under: DSA Strategic Plan, Staff Spotlight, Telling Our Story

All Roads Lead Back to Texas A&M: Roland Block’s Story of Leaving Industry for Student Impact

September 26, 2025 by Lindsey Norman

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All Roads Lead Back to Texas A&M: Roland Block’s Story of Leaving Industry for Student Impact Meet Roland Block ‘93, associate director of Engineering Career Services at Texas A&M, an Aggie who returned to his alma mater after a cross-country move and a visit to the Career Center. By Melissa Rynning, Texas A&M Division of Student Affairs After his first visit to Texas A&M University, Roland Block immediately knew Aggieland was going to be the place for him. The friendly Texas “howdy” … [Read more...] about All Roads Lead Back to Texas A&M: Roland Block’s Story of Leaving Industry for Student Impact

Filed Under: DSA Strategic Plan, Featured, Staff Spotlight, Telling Our Story

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