Staff Spotlight

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

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