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Ingenium blogger Austin Kees in the Playa de Espana

March 15, 2023 By: Austin Kees

3 Ways to Maximize Your Time Abroad

Time really flies while abroad. There are so many new and exciting things to do, it can be overwhelming. Follow these tips to ensure you maximize your time.

Topics: Academic activities, Study Abroad experience

Ingenium guestblogger Joel Lopez posing in front of pyramid on Yucatan peninsula in Mexico

March 1, 2023 By: Guest Blogger

IRAP: Two weeks in Yucatán that changed my life

Studying abroad can be intimidating, but a two-week program is an excellent way to get a feel of the experience.

Topics: Academic activities, Student life, Study Abroad experience

four Texas A&M University students studying in the Zachry Engineering Education Complex

February 15, 2023 By: Guest Blogger

Dear Aggie Engineer…

After a long first semester of engineering at Texas A&M University, here’s what I’ve taken away. Learning is not easy, and if you are not getting physically angry at your lab assignments, then you are doing something wrong.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

Three Corps of Cadets brass brooches that say "Per Unitatem Vis"

December 28, 2022 By: Austin Kees

7 Tips for Freshman Cadet Engineering Success

Being in a Navy/Marine Corps outfit as both a fish and an upperclassman, I know that being an engineer in the Corps is challenging. Thus, here are some tips I used for engineering academic success as a cadet.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

Student, Leah Davis, sitting in front of flight operations computers and tvs

November 2, 2022 By: Leah Davis

A semester in life of spaceflight operations

My favorite class in my undergrad at A&M has been Dr. Greg Chamitoff’s human Spaceflight operations course. Not only is Dr. Chamitoff a former NASA astronaut, he has successfully maintained his connections in Spaceflight to provide an exhilarating class for all space enthusiasts.

Topics: Academic activities

Formula SAE team members with their race car

October 5, 2022 By: Alyssa Byrd

Joining an Engineering Project Team

I stumbled upon Baja SAE, a team open to all students excited to gain design and manufacturing experience, at one of the university’s open house events, and once I became a student, I gave an apprentice application a shot. That year’s team took a chance on me, and it’s ended up shaping my college years and my career path.

Topics: Academic activities, Student life

Group of people working in a lab

September 21, 2022 By: Dharma Paladugu

Cherry picking your research advisor and project

Students consider pursuing a Ph.D. for multiple reasons such as funding, job prospects or career paths. Whatever your motivation may be, it is essential to pick an interesting project and an advisor who can guide you to be your best.

Topics: Academic activities, Undergraduate research

Engineering student, Dakshika Srivastava, standing in front of Texas A&M University sign

July 27, 2022 By: Dakshika Srivastava

5 Milestones for Computer Science Enthusiasts During Sophomore Year

This is the second article in my series: Milestones for computer science enthusiasts. These are things that helped me in my sophomore year and some lessons I learned along the way. Hopefully, I’ll have more pearls of wisdom to share by the end of this semester. For all the rising juniors out there, stay tuned for the third part of the series!

Topics: Academic activities, Entrepreneurial activities

Group of students sitting and listening to speaker

July 13, 2022 By: Leah Davis

Why You Should Join Professional Societies

While professional societies may seem like just another line on your resume, involving yourself in national events can be promising. Most professional organizations hold conferences, lectures, networking events and career fairs, yet seldom do students reap all the benefits they pay for.

Topics: Academic activities, Student life

large industrial equipment lab featuring various machinery with students at the controls

June 22, 2022 By: Guest Blogger

Industrial Distribution Truly Paves the Way for Endless Opportunity

Being able to find a major that combined all my passions and interests has made my college experience worthwhile.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students

view looking up into the sky of an oil rig

June 1, 2022 By: Prakhar Sarkar

Why You Should Pursue a Graduate Degree in Petroleum Engineering

The oil and gas industry is facing questions over its very survival as the world marches toward a more sustainable future. Its role in the future of energy is in doubt as the specter of climate change looms large.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Graduate Students

two male students sitting on couch working on laptops

May 18, 2022 By: Austin Kees

4 Summer School Hacks

Although there’s 104 days of summer vacation, summer school can come along early and end it — much to your disappointment and that of Phineas and Ferb. However, summer school can ease your load for the upcoming semester and help you graduate on time.

Topics: Academic activities, Student life

young woman standing outside Zachry Engineering Education Complex at Texas A&M University

April 13, 2022 By: Guest Blogger

Why Engineering and Business?

Materials science and engineering helped develop my engineering mindset and skills with the freedom to pave my own academic path in preparation to enter the global workforce as a great leader.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

young woman wearing Aggie T-shirt and standing in front of motorcycle

March 30, 2022 By: Guest Blogger

My home in the Rio Grande Valley

From the personal connections to the peaceful campus environment, I can enjoy a quality Aggie education while staying close to my family, friends and culture.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

A chat with the interim dean, Dr. John E. Hurtado

February 2, 2022 By: Guest Blogger

A Chat with the Interim Dean

Prior to final exams and winter break, guest blogger Heather Kostak had an opportunity to chat with interim vice chancellor and dean of engineering, Dr. John E. Hurtado.

Topics: Academic activities, Graduate Students, Student life, Video, Vlog

on the left hand side, stickman with the sun and a computer, on the right hand side a stickman with headphones on

January 5, 2022 By: Dakshika Srivastava

Transitioning from school to work life

I completed my first internship last summer and I’ve come to realize that there are a lot of differences between college and work life. Even though they’re fundamentally different in nature, there are some qualities that can become habits to ensure a smooth transition.

Topics: Academic activities, Internship experience, Student life

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December 29, 2021 By: Brandon Merrill

Pick Your Path – A Note To Future Engineering Students

When looking back on my time at Texas A&M and in the College of Engineering, I am abundantly appreciative of how Texas A&M Engineering really allows you to create your own path!

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

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December 15, 2021 By: Leah Davis

The Misconception of College Detours

The university experience can be overwhelming, and degree plans that seem immovable can be daunting from the perspective of perceived capabilities and straight up cost. The truth is that your journey to your degree is yours; don’t be afraid to veer from the traditional route to your diploma.

Topics: Academic activities

calculator and apple pencil laying on reflective desk with computer out of focus in background

December 1, 2021 By: Esu Ekeruche

Engineering & Studying

I’ll be honest: I like learning, but I don’t always like studying. Something drew each of us to engineering, so as we go through the next few years, we each have to remember that the process (studying) is part of the promise (becoming an engineer).

Topics: Academic activities, Student life

A Day in the Life of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band

November 24, 2021 By: Guest Blogger

A Day in the Life of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band

Watch this vlog by senior computer engineering student, Kelton Chesshire as he takes you along on a day in the life of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band!

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

Students in a hallway doing school work on their computers at Texas A&M University

November 17, 2021 By: Dakshika Srivastava

Acing My Hardest Class

I took a chemistry class my freshman year, and that’s been my hardest class so far. What was the hardest class you ever took and how did you get through it?

Topics: Academic activities, Student life

group of people sitting around table with laptops looking at each other

November 3, 2021 By: Vishal Kandala

Assembling a dissertation committee doesn’t have to be nerve-wracking!

Assembling a dissertation committee doesn’t have to be nerve-wracking! Your committee can make or break your experience as a grad student. To this end, here are a few suggestions and thoughts to ponder while you assemble your thesis/dissertation committee.

Topics: Academic activities, Graduate Students

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October 20, 2021 By: Leah Davis

The Weight of Office Hours

Attending office hours is the perfect way to build relationships with your professors beyond the classroom, which can lead you down a lot of different paths and open new doors you might not have thought about before.

Topics: Academic activities, Student life

two people smiling with Texas A&M campus event in background

October 6, 2021 By: Ritika Bhattacharjee

A Few of My Cheerleaders

In the 1960s, there was this word: serendipity. To me, serendipity is events that are seemingly unrelated but can have a related significance, like a “coincidence.” (I put that in quotes because there are no coincidences!)

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

"Freedom, liberty, brotherhood, and justice" quote by Erle Nye '59 on sign outside of building on Texas A&M University campus.

September 15, 2021 By: Guest Blogger

Leading for a Better Future: My Three Favorite Lessons on Leadership

As engineers, it is important for us to serve our communities to the best of our abilities, and it all starts with serving the teams of people we are responsible for.

Topics: Academic activities, Entrepreneurial activities, Student life

Ritika Bhattacharjee conducting the choir Ingeniare.

August 25, 2021 By: Ritika Bhattacharjee

Ingeniare: The Group of Singing Engineers

It began as an idea on the back of a tour bus my freshman year, born in conversation with another singing engineer. Four months later, we recruited the university’s very first professional chorus made up entirely of engineering students.

Topics: Academic activities

Hands working on an electric engineering prototype

August 11, 2021 By: Dakshika Srivastava

Undergraduate Research Experience

As a freshman, I was very reserved about going into research. I didn’t know what I wanted to do, and I wasn’t sure if it was the right path for me. And, to be honest, I still haven’t figured out what I want to specialize in, but here’s how my research experience has helped me so far.

Topics: Academic activities, Undergraduate research

Haley Edwards and friends outside Zachry Engineering Education Complex

August 4, 2021 By: Haley Edwards

Transitioning Back to Campus

This semester is going to be full of newness. Whether the changes that we’re facing are liked or disliked, we have the option to be positive and embrace the new normal. Let’s make it a good semester and enjoy our time here!

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

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July 28, 2021 By: Dharma Paladugu

3 important tips for excelling in PowerPoint presentations

It can be very difficult to present all of your hard work and knowledge in a mere five-minute presentation, especially when you might face unfair judgment. With that said, I have some tips for how you can prepare well and be confident while presenting. Here is a simple way to impress your audience by helping them stick with your speech rather than feel lost in the figures and descriptions on the slides.

Topics: Academic activities

The Fightin' Texas Aggie Band marching on Texas A&M University campus

July 21, 2021 By: Guest Blogger

How the Corps of Cadets and Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band helped me become a better engineer

Some experiences and lessons learned from being an engineer in the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets and the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band.

Topics: Academic activities, Future Students, Student life

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