Aggie Parent and Family Ambassadors
Our student ambassadors bring Aggie spirit to life by connecting students, parents, and family members to the heart of our campus community.
Who We Are
The Aggie Parent and Family Ambassadors are dedicated to strengthening the connection between students and families at Texas A&M. By introducing Aggie Families to university traditions, encouraging involvement, and amplifying family voices through campus events and programming, our Ambassadors help foster a supportive community for Aggies.
Tradition
We honor and share Texas A&M’s greatest traditions, celebrating what it means to be an Aggie.
Connection
We build lasting relationships with peers, families, and the wider Aggie community.
Communication
We value open communication, learning to express ourselves and support others through meetings and public speaking.
Leadership
We inspire each other to grow as leaders, embracing new challenges and discovering our unique strengths.
Growth
We believe in personal development, deepening our understanding of ourselves and our roles at Texas A&M.
Family
We care for one another and extend a welcoming spirit to all members of the Aggie Family.
What We Do
Our organization focuses on…
Parents of the Year
A longstanding tradition at Texas A&M, members of APFA assist in selection of the new Parents of the Year annually and also spend time getting to know our current and past parents of the year through social and service focused events.
Family Weekend
Members of APFA support this 100-year-old annual tradition by working to plan an event and also serving as Family Weekend staff during events. Our members get to be an active part of one of the largest traditions Texas A&M has to offer!
Celebrate the Aggie Family
Members spend time building relationships with current and former members of the Aggie Family to strengthen the connection between class years.
Roles and Responsibilities
The mission and purpose of the Aggie Parent & Family Ambassadors is to strengthen the connection between students and families. APFA introduces Aggie Families to the culture of Texas A&M and encourages families to be involved in the lives of their students. As APFA Ambassadors and current students, we strive to have the voices of Aggie Families heard throughout the university through various campus events and family programming.
Family Weekend
- Assisting in the planning and development of Family Weekend events.
- Supporting marketing and promotional efforts to encourage attendance, including monthly tabling events and Family Weekend social media.
- Promoting Family Weekend to Student Organizations.
- Assisting in the setup and execution of Family Weekend events.
- Providing guidance to families to help them understand the schedule of events and how to make the most of their experience at Texas A&M Family Weekend.
- Mingling with families and answering questions during Family Weekend events.
The Aggie Parent & Family Connection
The Parent and Family Connection provides assistance, programs and services for parents and family members of Texas A&M undergraduate students. The Aggie Parent and Family Connection is open to all Aggie Families. As an Ambassador, you will interact with the Connection in the following ways:
- Mingling with families and answering questions during events.
- Assisting with logistics, including stuffing bags, prepping materials, etc.
Parents of the Year
- Serving on the committee for selection of new Parents of the Year.
- Attend any Parents of the Year events, including the reveal and Parents of the Year weekend in the fall.
Other Duties
- Interacting with the Aggie Parent and Family Advisory Council.
- Assisting with parent and family specific communication initiatives
- Occasional lifting and carrying of objects under 25 lbs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- You must be a current Texas A&M University – College Station student.
- Be in good academic standing with the university and have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and a 2.0 GPA for the prior semester to the application.
- Committed to serving the Texas A&M community through programs/events such as Parents of the Year and Family Weekend.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Broad knowledge of the university
- Ability to answer questions and address concerns
- Good academic and conduct standing with the university
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to high-quality customer service
- Good sense of humor
- Ability to multi-task and stay on task in a hectic work environment
- Flexibility
- Love for Texas A&M and the Aggie Family
The students chosen to serve as Aggie Parent and Family Ambassadors will:
- Improve their communication, leadership, and customer service skills
- Gain valuable work experience with a highly visible, dynamic team
- Network with Texas A&M administrators, staff, new students, and families
- Enhance their interpersonal skills
- Gain experience working in a student-friendly office setting
- Enhance event management and coordinating skills
APFA will be recruiting in the fall. Look for us at Club Crawl!
What They Say
What do past members have to say about their experience?
I wanted to make an impact in the Aggie Community and be closer to A&M. Joining APFA helped me achieve that and so much more. I’ve created many welcoming experiences for students and family and networked with so many Aggies that can benefit my future.
I am involved in APFA because I love being part of a student organization that gives back to A&M through servanthood and selfless service, especially during Family Weekend. APFA has enabled me to grow my leadership skills and become a better student, leader, and community member. Seeing first-hand the impact families make directly on this campus inspires me, through Parents of the Year Weekend (POY) and witnessing this through Family Weekend.
I joined because in high school, I was a school ambassador and really enjoyed the role, so I wanted to continue serving my school as one. I also wanted a place to find my role within the student body, as well as help build a community that other Aggies would enjoy.