University Highlights

Student Recreation Center Now Open! A&M San Antonio recently celebrated the grand opening of the Student Recreation Center, a significant milestone in the University's growth. The 22,322-square-foot facility, largely funded by student fees, includes a gym, locker rooms, and a competition basketball court for the new men's and women's teams. During the opening ceremony, the University also unveiled a new look for General the Jaguar, the school’s mascot. Read More.

Distinguished Faculty Awards

Congratulations to the Distinguished Faculty Award winners, who were recognized for their outstanding performance. Honorees were selected by a committee of representatives from each college and one library representative.

This year's recipients are:

Mariya Davis, Distinguished Senior Scholarly, Research or Artistic Achievement
Gavin Watts, Distinguished Junior Scholarly, Research or Artistic Achievement
Rebekah Piper, Distinguished Teaching
Karen Kohler, Distinguished Service

Protecting the Region's Water

A project spearheaded by Dr. Davida Smyth to detect and research potentially threatening contaminants in the region's water has been approved for $1 million in funding. Read More.

Major Campus Projects

In addition to the newly opened Student Recreation Center and Estrella Hall, the University is developing several other impactful campus projects. Read More.

Public Policy Scholars Program

Impact policy on a national level while living and working in Washington D.C.

The deadline to apply for the inaugural cohort of the Public Policy Scholars Program is Sept.12, at 5 p.m.

Students receive many program benefits including:

6-12 hours of academic credits (in-person)
Part-time internship (15-20 hours per week)
Professional development and support
Free housing and more

Learn More / Apply

Featured Events

2024 Volunteer Fair

September 5

Jaguar Takeover: Six Flags

August 14

Madla Mingle

July 16

Campus Calendar

In The News

News 4: Texas A&M University-San Antonio Record Enrollment

SA Express News: A&M-San Antonio’s faces of growth: New home court, dorm, mascot KSAT: Texas A&M-San Antonio unveils two campus infrastructure projects

Fox SA: Texas A&M San Antonio announces record fall enrollment and expansion

KAGS : Mega childcare facility expected to open at Texas A&M San Antonio in 2026

Student Counseling Center: 24/7

Madla 120
(210) 784-1331
Dial 2 for after-hours support

ABOUT THE GROWLER

The Growler is a campus newsletter for the faculty, staff and students of the University. The Growler is published on the first and third Tuesday of each month providing insight on A&M-SA news, events and announcements. Keep up to date on the latest campus events and information, visit our campus calendar. If you would like to promote a University-wide event or announcement in The Growler, submit this form by 5 p.m. CT on a Monday the week before publication. The Marketing and Communications Department curates the content of The Growler.

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San Antonio, Texas 78224