SATURDAY, March 4
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Event Check-In & Badge Pick-Up
Attendees checked in with a digital or printed copy of their tickets, and members received name badges.
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Networking Breakfast and College & Career Fair
Attendees had the chance to gather information from College & Career Fair exhibitors. NSHSS provided a catered continental breakfast for all event participants.
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: NSHSS Welcome to Aggieland & Texas A&M University Information Session
NSHSS welcomed attendees to campus; then, Texas A&M admissions staff guided them through an informative presentation about the university.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Pursuing College Admissions & Scholarships with Confidence
Members heard the NSHSS Scholarships Administrator and NSHSS Fellows Vice President discuss some tips for standing out in the college admissions process and finding and applying for scholarships!
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Army ROTC Scholarships
Our NSHSS Partner, Army ROTC, hosted an educational workshop discussing scholarship opportunities and how being in the Army develops you as a leader and sets you up for success in both the private and public sectors.
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Texas Collegiate Showcase
This panel featured Texas A&M, Texas Tech, the University of Texas at Arlington, and the University of Houston. Texas Universities discussed their academics, campus life, admissions process, and what makes their school stand out with live Q&A at the end!
11:15 AM – 2:00 PM: Lunch Break
Attendees visited nearby eateries for lunch on their own.
11:15 AM – 2:00 PM: Self-Guided Campus Tours
Attendees had free time to explore the Texas A&M University campus further.
11:15 AM – 2:00 PM: College and Career Fair
Attendees had another chance to gather information from College & Career Fair exhibitors.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Honor Student to Exceptional Intern!
Members learned from JAS what it takes to be a successful intern and how to stand out in your internship applications and interviews!
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM: Texas A&M University Student Panel
NSHSS Members heard from Texas A&M University students about navigating campus life, choosing an appropriate major, and other general information about Texas A&M University.
3:15 PM – 3:45 PM: Introduction to Texas A&M LAUNCH Honors & Undergraduate Research Programs
Attendees heard from the Texas A&M University LAUNCH Director about Learning Communities, Academic Excellence, Undergraduate Research, National Fellowships, Capstones, and Honors programs!
3:45 PM – 4:30 PM: Member Recognition Ceremony
Members heard congratulatory remarks and received their own NSHSS honor medallion on stage!
