Student Handbook
Welcome
Dear Student:
Congratulations on being admitted to Texas State University and welcome to our Bobcat Community. Your admission to Texas State communicates our belief in you and your success. We are committed, as a university community, to provide you with the assistance, encouragement, and support necessary for you to become a successful graduate of Texas State.
Our university is guided by a shared collection of values that are important as we interact with each other. These shared values include:
- Learning. Teaching and learning based on research, student involvement, and the free exchange of ideas in a supportive environment.
- Discovery. Research and creative activities that encompass the full range of academic disciplines—research with relevance, from the sciences to the arts, from the theoretical to the applied;
- Character. The cultivation of character, integrity, honesty, civility, compassion, fairness, respect, and ethical behavior in all members of our university community;
- Community. A welcoming spirit and a global perspective, and a hared commitment to creating a sense of belonging across unique communities, identities, ideas, and contributions;
- Service. A commitment to service and leadership for the public good;
- Accountability. Responsible stewardship of our resources and environment; and continued reflection and evaluation to ensure that our strengths as a community always benefit those we serve.
Engagement in your academic studies and campus activities will provide you with the skills and competencies to be highly sought-after graduates and leaders in your communities. Your success will be dependent on your interactions both in and out of the classroom.
As a Bobcat community, we look out for and take care of each other. Please reach out for help and assistance when you need it. Connect and engage with our faculty, staff and fellow Bobcats. Overall, a collective commitment to our community is what makes Texas State special.
Best wishes for a successful year. Go Bobcats!
Sincerely,
Dr. Cynthia L. Hernandez
Vice President for Student Success
Welcome, Bobcat Class of 2028!
It is my pleasure to welcome you to your new home, Texas State University! Congratulations on beginning your journey at the best school in the state of Texas. Texas State has a tremendous role to play in the improvement of the San Marcos community, and its impacts span across the globe.
As an Emerging Research University, Texas State is eligible to tap into specially allocated state funds designed to bolster research within institutions of higher education. With 98 undergraduate majors and a clear path toward becoming a notable research institution, your academic options here are unrivaled. Not to mention, one of the most iconic features at Texas State is its unique ecosystem featuring Sewell Park and the river. Be sure to take time to float in the river and soak up the beauty of Sewell Park.
In order to gain the full college experience, you should get involved with the university. I encourage every Bobcat to take advantage of every opportunity that Texas State provides. Being active on campus will allow you to enjoy many rewards, from making new friends to growing as a leader. With over 400 student organizations, there is truly a place for everyone on our campus and we take pride in that. Stop by the Student Involvement Office located on the fourth floor of the LBJ Student Center, visit the Bobcat Organization Hub online, or attend an Organization Fair to get involved. Personally, getting involved in student organizations has allowed me to meet so many friends, make countless memories, and helped me feel more connected to the Bobcat Family.
In addition to Student Involvement, I hope that you will be a part of the bonding experience that football, baseball, basketball season, and other sporting events provide. Attending sporting events is a huge part of the college experience and a lot of fun! You are joining the Bobcat Family at a pivotal time for our athletics. Our football program is taking back Texas one game at a time, and our softball and women's track won their conference championship. You do not want to miss out!
Student Government is always here to help you and hear the voices of each Bobcat. Our office is located on the fourth floor of the LBJ Student Center in room 4-5.1. Please stop by, we are waiting to meet you! The Senate meets every Monday night in the LBJ Student Center Teaching Theatre at 7:00 p.m. I encourage all of you to attend so you can hear about what is going on at our university and play a key role in helping to bring positive change and make a lasting impact on our campus.
Cherish your time here at Texas State and take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way. I am so excited to welcome you to our Bobcat Family! Students today, Bobcats for Life.
Eat 'Em Up, Cats!
Olivia Alexander
Student Body President
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