WHAT WE DO...
The primary mission of the Parent & Family Advisory Council is to provide a communication link between Aggie Families and the University. The Parent & Family Advisory Council provides a forum for university representatives and a select, representative group of current Aggie Families to share information from their various perspectives to support student success. The purpose of the Parent & Family Advisory Council is to foster communication between the University and families in order to improve the quality of the university experience for both Texas A&M students and their families.
ADVISE & GUIDE
Provide feedback and opinions on parent related programming and events, as well as Texas A&M University programs, initiatives and services. Feedback may be requested at bi-annual Council meetings or online through emails or surveys.PROGRAM ATTENDANCE & SUPPORT
Attend and support New Student & Family Programs events and programs throughout the year, such as topic based webinars, New Student Conferences, Family Weekend, and other events.
PUBLICATION REVIEW & CONTRIBUTION
Council members may be asked to review and/or contribute to New Student & Family Programs' publications aimed at helping families during their student’s transition to college and beyond throughout their tenure on the Council.
ATTEND BI-ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETINGS
Parent & Family Advisory Council meetings are expected to attend both meetings held during during a weekend each Fall and Spring. Additional teleconference meetings may be held based upon necessity.- Have a full-time undergraduate Texas A&M University student (due to the current size of the council, preference will be given to applicants with students incoming students in the Class of 2027 or transfer students.)
- Willingness to meet the responsibilities outlined above.
- Must be available for the on-campus meeting on September 29-30; and once during Spring 2024.
14,059
Incoming Students
53,876
Undergraduates
60,000+
Family Members
20+
Council Members
Interested in Joining the Council?
Applications will reopen mid-Summer 2024!