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Texas A&M Resources

These are resources located on Texas A&M's campus or affiliated with Texas A&M

Confidential Health Resources

Confidential Psychological Resources

A confidential resource for all students, regardless of their campus affiliation or location, is TELUS Health Student Support. Through the TELUS Student Support Program app, students can access virtual, confidential mental health counseling, available 24/7, in Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, French or English. Support in other languages may be available upon request, depending on availability.
Licensed counselors at University Health Services. Students can schedule an appointment by calling (979) 845-4427 or access crisis services through the HelpLine at (979) 845-2700.

On the main campus, other confidential health resources include:

Licensed medical providers at University Health Services. Students can schedule an appointment by calling (979) 458-8310.
Licensed counselors at Work/Life Solutions Program by Guidance Resources. Employees may speak with personnel by calling (866) 301-9623.

Students and employees at locations other than main campus may report confidentially through their counseling and health care providers. Contact information for providers at remote locations may be found here: https://titleix.tamu.edu/get-help/confidential-resources/

Ombuds Offices

Ombuds offices serve as independent third parties to assist with concerns and other issues on campus. This is not a complete list of all the ombuds offices available at Texas A&M; these are some of the common ones utilized by international students.

Graduate and Professional Student Ombuds Office
The Texas A&M University Graduate and Professional Student Ombuds Office serves as an informal, independent, and neutral resource that anyone from the graduate and professional community can use to obtain assistance with a conflict, misunderstanding, concern or issue related to graduate education.
Undergraduate Ombuds
Serves as a safe, unbiased, and private environment where undergraduate student concerns are heard, understood, and respected. The Undergraduate Ombuds Official is an advocate for fairness for undergraduate students at Texas A&M University. They aim to help improve communication, address problems, and prevent and manage conflicts impacting undergraduate students.
Office of the Registrar Ombuds
Assists with issues, complaints and concerns regarding registration, enrollment, and academic records. Serves as a confidential, informal, and independent resource for issues such as registration processes and procedures. The goal is to assist students with their questions, develop possible options and solutions, provide students the appropriate campus resources, and address student concerns.

Student Organizations

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Asian Presidents’ Council (APC)
Started in 2000, APC aims to unite and strengthen the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) community and serve as the voice and representative body of the APIDA community at Texas A&M University.
Black Student Alliance Council (BSAC)
The purpose of BSAC is to enhance and unify the Black community while making the Texas A&M campus more aware of the accomplishments, achievements and needs of the Black student body. The council also fosters the commitment and investment of students in the Black Aggie Community by serving as an ally and community-building social network.
Council for Minority Student Affairs (CMSA)
The Council for Minority Student Affairs (CMSA) is a student-led organization at Texas A&M University that aims to create awareness, provide resources, and take action to empower the immigrant and other underrepresented communities. C.M.S.A. (@cmsaags) • Instagram photos and videos
Hispanic President's Council (HPC)
HPC aims to amplify the diverse voices of the Hispanic/Latinx/a/o community at Texas A&M University and its surrounding areas.
Latinx Graduate Student Association (LGSA)
The LGSA is an educational organization committed to the recruitment and retention, and the academic/professional development of Latinx graduate students, as well as to the solicitation of support to foster a nurturing environment for Latino/a graduate students at Texas A&M.
Mexican Student Association (MSA)
MSA is an organization dedicated to create an environment that is familiar and comfortable for these kind of students as well as for students from different ethnic backgrounds. We aim to reach out to the Mexican population in the Bryan/College Station area in order to develop a sense of pride and unity.
MSC CAMAC
A Latinx Programming Committee that works on uniting students from diverse backgrounds by presenting programs that enrich the awareness and understanding of Latinx/a/o cultures and values.
MSC Carter G. Woodson Black Awareness Committee (WBAC)
WBAC focuses on the culture, concerns, history and heritage of Black people with a heightened intent to educate and explore.

Food Resources

There are many food resources available to you as a student at Texas A&M. Visit the links below to learn more.

https://studentlife.tamu.edu/sas/food-resources/
https://studentlife.tamu.edu/sas/resources/#food-resources
The ISSS office (located at 110 Pavilion) also has a Pocket Pantry to provide temporary relief to Texas A&M students in need who are experiencing food insecurity by providing immediate access to non-perishable food and toiletries.

Other Important TAMU Offices

Office of Civil Rights and Title IX
This office investigates violations of civil rights and Title IX violations. Please note, they are not law enforcement.
Department of Multicultural Services
This office contributes to social integration efforts that foster authentic and meaningful connections to campus and engaging learning environments for students to thrive as members of the Aggie family.
Office for Student Success
To amplify student success needs at Texas A&M University by assessing and addressing policies and procedures supporting initiatives focused on student persistence, achievement, and timely graduation.
The Routh First-Generation Center Office for Student Success - Routh First-Generation Center
Approximately 22% of Texas A&M University’s undergraduate student population is first-generation. The Routh First-Generation Center, under the direction of the Office for Student Success, is a dedicated resource hub to support, serve, and celebrate first-generation students from admission to graduation! Our Center provides a sense of belonging and focuses on the holistic well-being of our students with the support of first-generation students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partnerships.
Student Assistance Services
Student Assistance Services seeks to connect students with guidance, resources, and support to address a variety of personal, financial, and academic matters.

Driver License

Under Texas law, for a foreign national to obtain a driver license, they must be able to verify lawful presence in the United States. That means that if you want to apply for a driver license (DL) or an identification card (ID), you will have to show proof that you are in the U.S. legally. DACA recipients can still obtain a driver license or state identification card.

An applicant for a driver license (DL) or identification card (ID) must present proof of lawful presence in the US. https://www.dps.texas.gov/driverlicense/documents/verifyinglawfulpresence.pdf
This link shows states offering driver licenses to immigrants. https://www.ncsl.org/immigration/states-offering-drivers-licenses-to-immigrants

DACA & Legal Resources

DACA Resources

The following sources provide in-depth answers to some commonly asked questions surrounding the current state of DACA affairs. Topics covered include: DACA Validity, DACA Renewal, Employment Authorization, Taxes, and more:

USCIS’ FAQ on DACA Renewal
USCIS' DACA Litigation Information and FAQ
The National Immigration Law Center’s FAQ, updated regularly in response to changes in ongoing DACA litigation and news
Immigration Legal Resource Center
Informed Immigrant

Legal Resources

There are a variety of legal immigration services available to persons with or without DACA in Texas.

ISSS maintains a webpage with guidance about hiring an immigration attorney as well as a list of immigration attorneys who have expressed interest in supporting Texas A&M students: Legal Resources - Global Engagement (tamu.edu)
For low-cost legal representation students are also welcome to visit the site for the Catholic Charities of Central Texas at https://www.ccctx.org/immigration-legal-services/. Please note, to be eligible for their services you must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
For pro-bono legal services, you can visit: https://www.justice.gov/eoir/list-pro-bono-legal-service-providers
The Texas State Bar website also provides a comprehensive search tool to find qualified immigration attorneys based a variety of criteria, including fee options offered: https://www.texasbar.com/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Find_A_Lawyer&Template=/CustomSource/MemberDirectory/Search_Form_Client_Main.cfm
Undocumented students and their families can also visit FIEL Houston, at https://fielhouston.org, for more legal resources.
For a simple checklist outlining factors that may make a person eligible for a more permanent immigration status, https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/practice_advisory/screening-potential-daca-requestors-other-forms-relief (Page 15)
The US government provides information about deportation at https://www.usa.gov/deportation
Texas Law Help provides information at https://texaslawhelp.org/article/facing-deportation-heres-what-you-need-know
Texas State Law Library section about deportation at https://guides.sll.texas.gov/immigration-law/detention-deportation

Other Resources

Brazos Interfaith Immigration Network (BIIN)
BIIN's mission is to promote the human dignity and well-being of all immigrants in our community and to advocate for and facilitate better access to legal, educational, and social services. Brazos Interfaith Immigration Network | Bryan TX | Facebook
Resources for Supporting DACA / Dreamer Individuals (advancedstandingmsw.com)
Undocuprofessionals
Texas College Work-Study Program (TCWSP)
The Dream US
Navigating Graduate School: Resource Guide for Students with or without DACA
Pomona College’s List of Medical Schools that are “DACA Friendly”
PhD Dreamer’s FAQs: Medical School for Pre-Med Students Across the Nation
Builtin.com’s 21 Major Companies that Sponsor H-1B Visas
Empowering Students: https://www.fwd.us/news/empowering-undocumented-students/
https://www.informedimmigrant.com Even if you're not applying to Texas A&M, we know that applying to college as a student with or without DACA can be an overwhelming endeavor. You can check the website below for online resources and information for high school and college students with and without DACA. The purpose of the guide is to help you make informed decisions about your futures and acquire the tools you need to advocate for themselves at the high school and college levels.