AGLS ASCEND
The AGLS Advanced Student Cohort for Empowerment, Networking, and Development (ASCEND) is an application-based community designed to provide undergraduate students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences with intensive professional development. This is not your standard student organization! AGLS ASCEND is a college-supported program offering lectures, training, workshops, and group activities focused on skills such as Time Management, Public Speaking, Professionalism, Networking, Leadership, and more!
Upcoming Student Success Programs and Events
Class of 2029, stay tuned for future events planned with you in mind!
- More details to come
Past Student Success Programs
Fall 2023
- Kickoff and Dinner Event
- Virtual Wellness Panel
- Career Development and Professional Preparation
- Mat and Chair Yoga
Spring 2024
- Career Development and Professional Preparation
- Replay of Virtual Wellness Panel
- Study Abroad and International Experiences
- Advising Tips and Scheduling
- The Big Event with COALS Student Success
- Replay of Professional Preparation Workshop
- Financial Literacy
- Dancing with the Deans! Workout Session
Fall 2024
- Regents’ Study Time – September
- Fall 2024 Community-Building Event
- Advising Tips and Scheduling
- First-Gen Week Celebration
- Yoga + How to Handle Stress
- Regents’ Study Time – December
Spring 2025
- Regents’ Scholars Dinner
- The Big Event with COALS Student Success
- Study Abroad and International Experiences
- Industry Professionals Panel
- Financial Literacy
Regents’ Scholars in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Academic Success Program
Regents’ Scholarship recipients are required to participate in an Academic Success Program, which in the College of Agriculture and Sciences involves completing all of the following within their first two semesters at A&M:
Fall semester
- Enrollment in a Regents’ Scholars-specific section of AGLS 125 (HU course)
- Attendance at our mandatory community-building event in the Fall (Date TBD).
- Participation in ONE elective success program among options offered.
Spring semester
- Attendance at our mandatory community-building dinner in the Spring (Date TBD).
- Participation in ONE elective success program among options offered.
General Regents’ Scholarship Information
Regents’ Scholarship recipients must also meet all University requirements established by Scholarships & Financial Aid, as well as the Routh First-Generation Center in the Office for Student Success.
Beyond the First Year: High-Impact Learning Experiences
Regents’ Scholars are required to complete a high-impact learning experience according to the policies established by the Routh First-Gen Center. In addition to opportunities available around the University, below are several experiences available in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
| Type | High-Impact Learning Experience | Person of Contact | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Research | Departments may offer research experiences that qualify for course credit. Talk to your academic advisor about research opportunities (e.g., 291 or 491) or directed studies (e.g., 285 or 485). | Academic Advisor | |
| Leadership Position | Peer Mentor for AGLS 125 or other departmental HU experience (i.e., AGEC 101, ENTO/FIVS 101, RWFM 101). | [email protected] | https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/agls-125-first-year-experience-in-the-college-of-agriculture-and-life-sciences/ |
| Leadership Position | AGLS Student Leadership Position | Organization Leaders | https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/student-organizations/ |
| Study Abroad | AGLS Education Abroad | Academic Advisor | https://tamuabroad.via-trm.com/visitor-programs-v2 |
| Service Learning, Community Based Learning | Service-Learning Course(s) | Academic Advisor | |
| Internships/Co-Ops/Student Employment | Internships: Departments may offer course credit for internships or field experiences. Talk to your academic advisor about options. | Academic Advisor |
If you have questions about your second-year requirements, please contact [email protected].
Stay Connected
We, the Student Success Team at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, want to stay in touch with each and every student. If you have any questions, need support, or just want more information, feel free to reach out to us using the link below. We’re here for you!