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Howdy, and welcome back! The Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism Department is one of the leading programs in this area in the world.  

We also know that you want to stay connected to your past, and we are here to help you with that! Interested in reconnecting? Want to find out about conferences to help build your career? Want to come back for graduate study?  

Want to give back to the department? Please contact us or visit our giving page via the button below. We will help find you the information you need to continue on your path to success, the Aggie way! 

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Former Student Spotlight

Derek N. Mudd ‘17 

Graduated from the RPTS program in 2017. I currently work at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport as an Assistant Airfield Operations Officer. My job is to keep the airfield compliant with government regulations, respond to real or potential emergencies, oversee construction projects and regularly inspect ramps, taxiways and runways. I also assist teaching several KINE 199 scuba diving class through Texas A&M University as a Divemaster. These classes range from open water diver, advanced open water diver and rescue diver. 

Learn more about the undergraduate program

Please contact any of the faculty/staff below with any questions you might have. We are happy to assist you in reconnecting to the department: 

Front Desk: 979-845-5411 
 
Melyssa-Anne Stricklin, Academic Advisor, Class of 2012 

The Association of Former Students 

The Association of Former Students traces its origin to the Ex-Cadets Association formed in 1879 and later to the A&M Alumni Association and Alpha Phi Fraternity. In 1919, a coalition was formed and adopted the name, “The Association of Former Students.” Since 1879, much has changed in organization and details, but the fundamental objectives of The Association remain the same. 

Visit The Association of Former Students website

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If you’re a current or former student, donor or friend of the Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism (HMGT), we want to get connected and stay in touch! To receive news and media coverage on the teaching, research, and outreach efforts happening in HMGT, visit the official newsroom of Texas A&M AgriLife, AgriLife Today. You can also subscribe to monthly newsletters across Texas A&M AgriLife, to ensure you never miss the latest information from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Update your AggieNetwork Profile

One of the easiest ways we can connect with and contact our former students is through the AggieNetwork profile. Login to your profile on The Association of Former Students website to update your account and access the many resources provided to you, like your AggieNetwork email.

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Join future business professionals and entrepreneurs who think outside the box with the support of a dedicated, close-knit faculty and staff backing them every step of the way. Find ways to connect with our student clubs organizations, get involved with events and explore student life at Texas A&M University.

Contact our Development Team

  • Hirsch, Heather

    Heather Hirsch

    Director of Corporate Relations

    979-431-3740

    hhirsch@txamfoundation.com

  • Patterson, Hilliary

    Hilliary Patterson

    Director of Development

    979-431-4154

    hpatterson@txamfoundation.com

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The College of Agriculture Development Council is a volunteer organization committed to supporting the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and its students. Members of The Council include both former students and friends of the College, many of whom are industry leaders across the state and nation. From lawyers and bankers to ranchers and real estate agents, our members provide expertise across the agriculture and life sciences sector.

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