Open Letter to Newly Admitted FreshmenFebruary 2009 Congratulations on your admission to the Undergraduate Program at Texas A&M University! I would like to share some important information about the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Texas A&M with you. One of the most significant life-affecting decisions you make will be your college choice. But why should you choose Texas A&M? Be the best. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering offers degrees in both computer science and computer engineering. We are famous for recruiting top faculty to educate students in the basics of computation and the fundamentals of research. Our state-of-the-art computer labs are accessible to students day and night. Faculty support students through mentoring and involvement in research programs. You're involved. Texas A&M is home to over 800 recognized student organizations in areas such as politics, engineering, visual arts, community service, and sports. Organizations specific to our students are the Texas A&M Computing Society, Aggie Women in Computer Science, and Texas Aggie Game Developers. Our students compete in international programming contests worldwide. Once an Aggie, always an Aggie. Texas A&M University offers a rich history of tradition that is unmatched at any other institution. Aggies always want other Aggies to succeed. Our former students are engaged with the department and with each other. I've included a sampling of job descriptions from our former students to give you an idea of the exciting opportunities in the field of computing. Make the call. Call our Advising Office at 979-845-4087 or email ugrad-advisor@cse.tamu.edu to schedule a visit or confirm your admittance. We can answer your questions on admittance, degree programs and financial-aid options, or put you in touch with an undergraduate student peer teacher for a student's real perspective. Only Texas A&M offers the leadership training and education you need to succeed in your future career. I look forward to seeing you in the fall! Sincerely, Dr. Valerie E. Taylor |
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