front 1 Dr. Jeff Savell | back 1 Vice Chancellor and Dean |
front 2 Dr. Patricia Klein | back 2 Executive Associate Dean |
front 3 Dr. Mary Bryk | back 3 Associate Dean - Academic Operations |
front 4 Dr. Cathy Ross | back 4 Associate Dean -Faculty Affairs |
front 5 Dr. Chris Skaggs | back 5 Associate Dean - Student Development |
front 6 Dr. Jenna Kurten | back 6 Associate Dean - Student Success |
front 7 Dr. Craig Coates | back 7 Associate Dean - Programmatic Success |
front 8 Total students at Texas A&M University Fall 2025: | back 8 74,427 |
front 9 # of undergrad and grad students in the College of AGLS | back 9 8,740 undergrad 1,337 grad |
front 10 Money Magazine ranks TAMU 1st Nationally in: | back 10 "Great schools you can actually get into" |
front 11 Fiske Guide to Colleges ranks TAMU 1st among national public universities for: | back 11 A superior education at an affordable cost |
front 12 Experiential learning: | back 12 -825 undergrad students participate in research -2,400 students completed internships -675 students study-abroad in 48 diff countries |
front 13 Morrill Act of 1862 | back 13 -established land grant colleges -TAMU is a land grant college founded in 1876 |
front 14 Hatch Act of 1887 | back 14 established experiment stations (research) at land grant colleges |
front 15 Smith-Lever Act of 1914 | back 15 -established Extension Service (outreach) to provide info to the public; known today as Texas AgriLife Extension |
front 16 University wide scholarship application: | back 16 opened: 10/15/25 deadline: 02/02/2026 |
front 17 What do you need to be eligible for an Aggie Ring? | back 17 -90 completed undergrad hours with 45 resident hours at TAMU -2.0 cumulative GPA |
front 18 Pre registration for Spring 2026: | back 18 11/6 - 11/19 |
front 19 How to calculate GPR: | back 19 Total grade points/ total number of graded hours |
front 20 Who discussed resume building with us? | back 20 Spencer Pepper |
front 21 You should always include the following sections on your resume: | back 21 education & experiences |
front 22 Objective statement on resume is: | back 22 NOT required but recommended |
front 23 What kind of verbs do you use when describing your experiences/accomplishments on your resume? | back 23 ACTION verbs |
front 24 Quantify experiences in bullets (ie: hours per week worked, # of people served, etc) | back 24 -effective bullets = action verb + quantified -3 to 5 bullets recommended per activity/experience |
front 25 Arrange categories/sections in order of RELEVANCE, presenting your most marketable info first: | back 25 -list activities in reverse chronological order |
front 26 List your most recent: | back 26 -education first -work backwards from there |
front 27 If you list a foreign language, then: | back 27 -List the level of fluency (basic, conversational, fluent) |
front 28 If you give a cell phone number on your resume: | back 28 -your voicemail must be professional -recruiters want your name on the voicemail response -do not answer the phone if you are driving, busy, or in a noisy place |
front 29 Print size on resume should be _____ and always ___ colored font. | back 29 - 10 point to 12 point font -black |
front 30 Resume should be a maximum of: | back 30 one page |
front 31 Margins should be set at ____ or greater on all sides. | back 31 0.5" |
front 32 Print resume on ___ paper that can be copied and NOT on ____ paper. | back 32 -good -colored |
front 33 Resume DONT'S: | back 33 -using pronouns -including references without request -making misinterpretations -cluttering your resume with nonessential info -including personal info (SSN, age, gender, height, weight, photographs, etc) |
front 34 What should you use for instant resume feedback? | back 34 vmock |
front 35 Successful students: | back 35 -attend class regularly -stay up to date with their coursework -read the textbook before going to class -are organized |
front 36 Unless you are earning 100%: | back 36 -no options are off the table -remain open and try new strategies |
front 37 What should a 5 days study plan before a test look like to remove stress from studying? | back 37 -study aprox 2 hours each night -start with OLDEST material first -tackle the most difficult courses/subjects you like least in your study sessions |
front 38 Rule of thumb (for studying): | back 38 For every hour in class, 2-3 hours outside of class should be spent studying. |
front 39 ____ of time spent studying is more important than _____. | back 39 -QUALITY -QUANTITY |
front 40 Active learning strategies: | back 40 -develop study guides -concept maps -word cards -question cards -formula cards -problem cards -self-tests -plan essay questions -remark text/book material (know that "Happy Highlighter" syndrome is not an active learning strategy) |
front 41 Academic Success Center options: | back 41 -workshops -academic coaching -supplemental instruction -tutoring -transfer student programs |
front 42 Aggie Schedule Builder: | back 42 -tool used for Registration and building classes (in Howdy) -can "lock-in" classes you like |
front 43 Registration Information: | back 43 -pre-reg times assigned based on total earned hours -you may be eligible for priority registration under certain circumstances (student workers, student athlete, honors, disabilities) -your pre-reg time assignment will be available on your My Profile tab in your Howdy Portal |
front 44 Steps to complete after checking your registration time: | back 44 -make a trial schedule, approve with advisor -check section restrictions -check pre req or co-req errors -complete lab safety acknowledgement -complete terms of use -complete locations update -check your holds |
front 45 Student should check: | back 45 degree evaluation |
front 46 ____ resident hours must be completed at TAMU to be eligible for an Aggie Ring | back 46 45 |
front 47 What is a pre-req? | back 47 A specific course or courses that must be taken before another course |
front 48 Academic probation: | back 48 -a student's term GPA average is less than 2.00 -a student's cumulative GPA average is less than 2.00 -the cumulative GPA in the student's major field of study is below 2.00 -the student is not meeting college and/or major course of study grade point requirements |
front 49 ANRP stands for: | back 49 Agricultural & Natural Resources Policy Internship Program |
front 50 ANRP is designed specifically for____ students. | back 50 COALS |
front 51 What is required to do an internship? | back 51 -2.25 GPR -US citizenship -health insurance |
front 52 ANRP locations: | back 52 -Washington, D.C -Austin, TX -Rome, Italy |
front 53 Washington, D.C. internships: | back 53 -14 to 15 interns per semester -work for senators, representatives, or agricultural agencies -free housing |
front 54 ANRP interview process: | back 54 -one interview -background -policy oriented |
front 55 Credit ranges from ____ hours, depends on the department. | back 55 1-6 |
front 56 Internships are the length of __ ______ at Texas A&M. | back 56 -the semester |
front 57 Austin internships are during the ____ of ___ numbered years. | back 57 -SPRING -ODD |
front 58 Rome, Italy internship is with: | back 58 the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations |
front 59 What do you have to be to participate? | back 59 undergrad or grad student |
front 60 Can you participate in the semester following graduation? | back 60 YES |
front 61 Internships discussed: | back 61 -ANRP (Capitol Hill - Ronnie Jackson, Monica De La Cruz) -Mountaire (Poultry industry - HR/Benefits) -Texas Southwest Cattle Raisers Association Convention -San Antonio Market Barrow Internship -Heart of Texas Stock Show - Heifer Show -Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo (Hiefer, sheep, poultyr, drug testing) -State Fair of Texas - poultry stock show -Beefmaster Breeders United - Junior national show -Texas 4-H - Summer / roundup intern |
front 62 Important advice to know: | back 62 -creating relationships is incredibly important -say YES to every opportunity -do not be afraid to venture outside your comfort zone -embrace change (your goals may shift over time) -your "direction" of life will change as you gain experience -it is your responsibility to build connections during internships -relationships will open doors for you |
front 63 It is not ____ you know, but ___ you know. | back 63 -WHAT -WHO |
front 64 Who was the guest speaker for personal branding? | back 64 Allison Burenheide |
front 65 ___ is a human health and animal health company. | back 65 Merck |
front 66 In ____ Merck purchased Allflex. | back 66 2019 |
front 67 Merck has focused on purchasing technology to expand their brand instead of: | back 67 just focusing on medicine |
front 68 What is the biggest saying in branding? | back 68 "Branding is what people say about you when you are not in the room." |
front 69 ___ branding is a valuable assest that empowers individuals, helping to control their own narrative. | back 69 PERSONAL |
front 70 Without ____ branding, others may define your brand for you. | back 70 INTENTIONAL |
front 71 Building a personal brand clarifies your ___ and amplifies your ___. | back 71 -"why" -unique strengths and values |
front 72 How can you increase confidence and reduce imposter syndrome? | back 72 Fostering authenticity. |
front 73 Find people who can help spread a ____ brand image of you. | back 73 POSITIVE |
front 74 A strong brand attracts: | back 74 -opportunities -and aligns with career goals |
front 75 Branding allows for: | back 75 better career control, providing leverage in negotations and professional development. |
front 76 Some steps to develop your brand: | back 76 -identify your "brand idea" by clarifying your strengths, values, and core motivations -package yourself by evaluating your current image versus how you wish to be perceived -prove your value thru stroytelling and networking with advocates who can amplify your brand |
front 77 Tips for brandinf success: | back 77 -own your authenticiy and evolve your brand as you grow -build a LinkedIn profile, seek mentorship, and network with sponsors and advocates |
front 78 Who was the guest speaker for Money Management? | back 78 Nick Kilmer |
front 79 According to the American Physiological Association, _____ is the number one stressor for indivuals. | back 79 MONEY |
front 80 Your budget should have the following requirements: | back 80 -understandable to you, easy, quick, does not eliminate all fun, right for you, flexibility, and discipline |
front 81 Budget methods: | back 81 - 50-30-20 method -envelope method |
front 82 Different types of debt methods: | back 82 -snowball vs avalanche -snowball: smallest balance first; interst rates don't matter; quick wins -avalanche: pay highest interest rate; balances don't matter |
front 83 What does credit influence? | back 83 -loan approvals -interest rates -employment -insurance premiums -apartment rental |
front 84 Sources of income: | back 84 -financial aid -work -family -college fund |
front 85 What is a co-borrower? | back 85 names appear on loan documents, legally obligated to repay. |
front 86 What is an authorized user? | back 86 15 years or older with permission to use credit card, NOT legally responsible for paying the bill |
front 87 Financial planning program is: | back 87 opportunity to learn about money in the classroom while earning credit (AGLS 335; AGLS 235) |
front 88 What do you need for a financial planning minor (not classes)? | back 88 -minimum 2.5 GPA -18 credit hours |
front 89 What are some examples of fixed expenses? | back 89 -rent -cable/internet -car payment -insurance -savings/emergency fund |
front 90 What are some examples of variable expenses? | back 90 -entertainment -food/dining out -haircuts/styling -clothing |
front 91 Consumer spending represents ___ of gross domestic product. | back 91 68% |
front 92 Who was the guest speaker for graduate studies? | back 92 Dr. David Reed |
front 93 How to differentiate yourself from others with your degree? | back 93 -grad school degree -internships -experiences |
front 94 If I had a Masters degree, I would receive a ___ increase in pay compared to a Bachelors alone. | back 94 16% |
front 95 What is the first question Dr. Reed asks when students come to him about grad school? And the second? | back 95 1. What do you want to be doing 5 to 10 years from now? 2. Do you need a graduate dergee to get there? |
front 96 According to Dr. Reed, what does being "grown up" mean? | back 96 when you are responsible for more than yourself |
front 97 According to Dr. Reed, at what age do you become a "grown up"? | back 97 30 years old |
front 98 What does it take to be admitted into grad school? | back 98 -standardized test (ex: GRE) -GPR generally above 3.0 -letters -clear career objectives/interests -some kind of experiential learning |
front 99 What are the 3 major degrees? | back 99 -Bachelors of Science/Art -Masters -Doctorate (PhD) |
front 100 What is the bottom of the Education Pyramid? | back 100 Bachelors |
front 101 What is the middle of the Educational Pyramid? | back 101 Masters |
front 102 What is the top of the Educaitonal Pyramid? | back 102 Doctorate |
front 103 How much does it cost to get a grad degree? | back 103 It can be very expensive unless you serve as a grad teaching assistant or grad research assistant. |
front 104 $ ____ of scholarships are awarded annually by Texas A&M. | back 104 1.5 million |
front 105 Why go abroad? | back 105 4 reasons: -explore -experience -extend -excel |
front 106 What are the study abroad options? | back 106 -TAMU credit -transfer credit -non credit |
front 107 How long does study abroad typically last? | back 107 Anywhere from a field trip (5 days) to an entire semester. |
front 108 Does study abroad delay graduation? | back 108 NO |
front 109 Possible types of AGLS programs mentioned: | back 109 -faculty led -exchange -field trip/ student group -affiliate providers |
front 110 Daniel Putnam | back 110 Program Coordinator II - International Programs |
front 111 ____ is where you enroll in another university abroad. | back 111 EXCHANGE |
front 112 Exchanges provided include: | back 112 -France - Lyon, France -Australia - Brisbane, Australia |
front 113 Affiliate opportunities provided: | back 113 Thessaloniki, Greece |
front 114 What are the programs for study abroad that came to class? | back 114 -mexico -poland |
front 115 What are the steps and what are time tables for each? | back 115 Step 1: Academic advising (10-12 months) Step 2: Explore options (10 months out) Step 3: Fund the trip (8-10 months out) Step 4: Talk to education abroad & apply (6-9 months out) |