Kyle Field Day is a one day service event outside of and in the concourse of Kyle Field, hosted by MSC FISH. The purpose of Kyle Field Day is to connect Texas A&M students and the Bryan/College Station community with service organizations from on and off campus. The goal is to complete impactful, hands-on service projects for the missions of the organizations.
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MSC CAMAC hosts 2022 Latinx Theatre
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MSC CAMAC created an opportunity for a "people's theatre" experience. The production highlighted the Latinx experience followed by a discussion with the playwright. The original production titled, “We Lie! We Cheat! We Steal!” is a political farce about a trial concerning the colonization of indigenous persons and the subsequent oppression of Latin America by replaying some of the key points often overlooked in the telling of Latin American history.
MSC Awards Highlight Student Success
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2022 MSC AWARDS
Please see the full list of award recipients below
MSC First Year Involvement Award
James R. Reynolds Award
Team of the Year
MSC Outstanding Community Outreach Award
MSC Directors Award
MSC President’s Award
MSC Co-Program of the Year
J. Wayne Stark Outstanding Leadership Award
Harold W. Gaines Ecellent Service Award
MSC Outstanding New Program
MSC Diversity Program of the Year
Luke J. Altendorf Leadership Award
Charles W. Plum Award
MSC Program of the Year
MSC Service and Leadership Program of the Year
MSC Committee of the Year
MSC Outstanding Leadership Development Program Award
MSC Committee Chair of the Year
MSC Visual and Performing Arts Program of the Year
Thomas H. Rountree Award
MSC SCOLA says, “I am here to stay,” in 34th annual conference
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“Yo Soy Yo Y Mis Circunstancias: I Am Here To Stay,” was the theme of the 34th annual MSC Student Conference On Latinx Affairs. The three-day blended conference provided attendees the opportunity to learn about issues affecting the Latinx community from top leaders involved in Latinx empowerment and education.
The March 31-April 2nd event saw representatives from government, academia, members of the media and leaders from the business sectors share knowledge and expertise during concurrent sessions.
Considered to be the largest student-led conference on Latinx affairs, this year’s event was focused on those attending college for the first time and hoped to inspire attendees to reflect on their own circumstances and that the past doesn’t define them.
“MSC SCOLA is a safe space for highlighting key issues faced by students of all backgrounds within the Latinx community,” said Daniella Hernandez, MSC SCOLA vice chair of administration. “The conference aims to find ways to combat these issues as well as provide our students with tools to move forth after the conference in their day-to-day lives.”
The conference is designed to be a place of empowerment as well as a place to create spaces for difficult dialogues for Latinx students.
“MSC SCOLA is a place for Latinx students to be heard. It is important for Latinx students at Texas A&M University to have a safe place to discuss important topics while having the opportunity to network and connect with others of similar backgrounds,” said Mariana De Hoyos, MSC SCOLA vice-chair of programs. “This conference is an opportunity for students to hear and see triumphs within the Latinx community and show them their dreams truly have no boundaries.”
Not only are the students of MSC SCOLA wanting to create a stimulating and transformational learning experience, everyone involved is hoping to foster healthy interaction leading to a life-changing experience.
“The 34th Annual MSC Student Conference On Latinx Affairs has always been academic space inviting students to take part in interactive learning, to engage in open dialogues,” said Dr. Sueli Rocha-Rojas, program advisor. “The conference has created a space where students can connect cultural and socially with others who have shared their experience.”
- Viola Canales, lecturer at Stanford Law School
- John E. Hurtado, interim vice chancellor and dean of the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University and interim agency director of the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station
- Carlos Andres Comez, a Colombian American poet, speaker, actor, and equity and inclusion strategist from New York City
- Felipe Hinojosa, associate professor of history at Texas A&M University; director for the Carlos H. Cantu Hispanic Education & Opportunity Endowment at Texas A&M
- Carlos Morton, professor of theater at the University of California, Santa Barbara
Celebrating everything international with ISA
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The International Student Association (ISA) recently celebrated the diversity of all international Aggies with I-Week. The week-long program consisted of everything from a dinner featuring cuisine from around the world to an art exhibit showcasing many different international styles.
Not only is I-Week dedicated to promoting the cultural diversity of the Texas A&M community, I-Week is a chance for all within the local community to gain understanding of international Aggies.
“International Week (or I-Week), is all about celebrating the melting pot of cultural diversity we have right here in our community,” said Sean Waters, ISA president. “It is the biggest Texas A&M international festival of the year. Every day featured a unique event, including cultural exhibitions, stories, performances, food, and art. To make this happen, ISA works in collaboration with our on-campus nation clubs, who are eager to share the beauty of their countries.”
Valerie Wilson, program advisor to ISA shares his sentiment, emphasizing the crucial part international students play.
“International Aggies are such an important part of Aggieland, and during I-Week, we put that on display,” she said. “I-Week is a great opportunity for learning, as so many unique stories, talents and cultures are shared with the Texas A&M community.”
A detailed description of each I-Week event can be found below. For information on this and other ISA events, visit http://isa-aggies.tamu.edu/.
I-Exhibit
International organizations set up tables in Rudder Plaza and 12th Man Hall to showcase their cultures and share what makes their home country so amazing.
I-Story
Students can give a short, informative presentation on a culture of their choice. Participants will give a 10-minute presentations in person, and the winner will receive an award at the end of I-Week.
I-Dinner
An in-person buffet at the Rudder Plaza. Food will include cuisines from the Middle East, East Asia, Latin America, and more! The event also featured live performances from various cultural groups.
I-Show
Performance groups or individuals are given the stage of Rudder Theatre to showcase fashion or perform music, dances or other talents.
I-Art
An educational program where attendees will be able to participate in different international art styles. A henna artist was in attendance for the event, as well as lives performance. There will also be an art competition, all students are encouraged to submit a piece of art that attendees will judge, and there will be prizes for the top three! Cultural organizations were present to teach attendees a little more about their culture and offer an artistic activity from their culture.