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BRYAN, Texas — The RELLIS Academic Alliance is set to host three academic Transfer Fairs this fall at the Blinn College Walter C. Schwartz Building, located on the RELLIS Campus in Bryan, Texas.

The fairs, slated to be held September 28, October 18 and November 28, will allow prospective students to learn more about program offerings, visit with university representatives, review official transcripts and outline potential degree plans.

“The RELLIS Transfer Fairs allow students to visit the campus and learn more about what the RELLIS Academic Alliance has to offer,” said Admissions Coordinator DaNeetra Walker. “With representatives from each participating Texas A&M System regional university, it’s really a one-stop shop for information and advice for our students.”

Information about inaugural class scholarships offered to the first 250 students enrolled with a Texas A&M System regional university at the RELLIS Campus will also be available. Students are not required to submit a scholarship application, but must be admitted to an A&M System regional university offering coursework at the RELLIS Campus and must enroll in at least six credit hours with that school.

Representatives from Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M International University, Texas A&M University-Central Texas, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Texarkana and West Texas A&M University will be available to speak to prospective students at the three Transfer Fairs on the following dates:

• September 28; 12 to 3 p.m.
• October 18; 1:30 to 4:20 p.m.
• November 28; 4 to 7 p.m.

For more information or to sign up to attend a RELLIS Transfer Fair visit http://RELLIS.TAMUS.EDU/TRANSFERFAIR.

About the RELLIS Campus:

Founded in 2016 by The Texas A&M University System, the RELLIS campus in Bryan, Texas, fosters cutting-edge research, technology development, workforce training and two- and four-year college degrees by tapping the System’s state agencies and multiple universities, along with academic, corporate and government partners outside the System.

 

RELLIS Academic Contact for Students:

DaNeetra Walker

Admissions Coordinator II

(979) 862-5393

dwalker@tamus.edu

 

Media Contact:

Laylan Copelin

Vice Chancellor of Marketing and Communications

(979) 458-6425

(512) 289-2782 cell

lcopelin@tamus.edu

BRYAN, Texas — The RELLIS Academic Alliance Director’s Office has expanded with the addition of an Academic Advisor as the first day of classes at the RELLIS Campus approaches.

Earlier today, Allyssa Villarreal began preparing to support the inaugural class of students in a new role as the upper-division Academic Advisor.

Villarreal will work with the current team in place to support and advise students concerning career goals and academic requirements. These tasks will include reviewing degree plans, academic records and test scores with students, as well as directing them toward resources that can assist them in meeting their goals.

“We’re very excited to have Alyssa join our team, as her arrival allows us to move into the next phase of our student services just in time for our inaugural class,” said Associate Director Isaiah Vance. “Her role is vital to the success of students and I have every confidence that she will do an excellent job in filling this key role.”

Villarreal comes to the team with experience from her role as an Early College High School Specialist where she assisted dual-enrolled high school students in regard to academic pathways, coursework and goals.

“I am excited about the many opportunities RELLIS will provide to students in the area. Having worked at a community college, I understand the difficulty that can come along with transferring credits, but RELLIS is making that a seamless process,” said Villarreal. “I am excited to be part of a team dedicated to helping students find attainable pathways to achieve their goals.”

Beginning fall 2018, degree programs will be offered at the RELLIS Campus by Blinn College and several Texas A&M System Universities. Each program at the RELLIS Academic Alliance creates a seamless pathway for students to earn a bachelor’s degree in a variety of related fields including criminal justice, business and health sciences.

The RELLIS Academic Alliance and Blinn College are hosting a New Student Orientation Thursday, August 23 and Friday, August 24 for all students enrolled in courses at the RELLIS Campus. Students interested in attending classes at RELLIS this fall are encouraged to sign up by visiting https://RELLIS.tamus.edu/new-student-orientation/.

For more information about the RELLIS Academic Alliance visit RELLIS.TAMUS.EDU/ACADEMICALLIANCE.

About the RELLIS Campus:

Founded in 2016 by The Texas A&M University System, the RELLIS campus in Bryan, Texas, fosters cutting-edge research, technology development, workforce training and two- and four-year college degrees by tapping the System’s state agencies and multiple universities, along with academic, corporate and government partners outside the System.

 

Contact: Laylan Copelin

Vice Chancellor of Marketing and Communications

(979) 458-6425

(512) 289-2782 cell

lcopelin@tamus.edu

BRYAN, Texas — As the first day of classes approaches, the RELLIS Academic Alliance is set to host New Student Orientation for the inaugural class at the RELLIS Campus.

The orientation, slated to be held August 23rd and 24th, will culminate on the final day with registration for fall classes for all students at RELLIS. Students will also receive information on available student services and resources, while learning about the rich histories and traditions of each participating Texas A&M System regional university and Blinn College.

“We are excited to kick off the fall academic semester by bringing all the students at RELLIS together to share details on what to expect this fall and really prepare them for the semester,” said Associate Director Isaiah Vance.

Blinn College will also be co-hosting the orientation as they expect over 1,500 students at the RELLIS Campus this fall.

“We look forward to making each new student feel welcome as they prepare to begin an incredible educational journey at the RELLIS Campus,” said Chris Marrs, Blinn College Executive Dean for the RELLIS Campus.

Beginning fall 2018, degree programs will be offered at the RELLIS Campus by Blinn College and several Texas A&M System regional universities. Each program at the RELLIS Academic Alliance creates a seamless pathway for students to earn a bachelor’s degree in a variety of related fields including criminal justice, business and health sciences.

The inaugural class of students at RELLIS will utilize Blinn College’s Walter C. Schwartz building for the first academic year. The second building in the RELLIS Academic Complex is expected to be completed June 2019 and will feature 10 classrooms, group learning and collaboration spaces, modern allied health teaching laboratories, upper division science laboratories and more than 40 faculty offices. It will serve the upper-division students beginning fall 2019.

Representatives from Blinn College, Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Texarkana and West Texas A&M University will be available during the orientation.

RELLIS New Student Orientation dates and times include:

• August 23; 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.
• August 24; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

For more information or to sign up to attend New Student Orientation visit https://RELLIS.tamus.edu/new-student-orientation/.

 

About the RELLIS Campus:

Founded in 2016 by The Texas A&M University System, the RELLIS campus in Bryan, Texas, fosters cutting-edge research, technology development, workforce training and two- and four-year college degrees by tapping the System’s state agencies and multiple universities, along with academic, corporate and government partners outside the System.

 

RELLIS Academic Contact:

DaNeetra Walker

Admissions Coordinator II

(979) 862-5393

dwalker@tamus.edu

 

Laylan Copelin

Vice Chancellor of Marketing and Communications

(979) 458-6425

(512) 289-2782 cell

lcopelin@tamus.edu

BRYAN, Texas — A new group of industry leaders, the RELLIS Building Trades Advisory Council, will begin validating workforce training courses so students can be assured they are taught all the basic skills to qualify for jobs in the building trades industry.

The 35-member advisory council, made up of employers in various construction companies, will review workforce training courses offered by educational institutions or companies.

The group was formed to make sure workforce training at RELLIS will lead to filling voids in the industry and will offer valuable training for incoming students who are interested in highly skilled and lucrative jobs in the building trades, Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp said.

“We at The Texas A&M University System have heard about the struggles of Texas builders to find qualified employees,” Chancellor Sharp said. “And in the tradition of serving our great state, we are making sure our new RELLIS campus will be part of the solution as we train the next generation of professionals in the building trades.”

Courses validated by industry will be identified with a thumps-up logo in a worker’s glove. (See attachment)

Chancellor Mary Hensley said Blinn College supports the program.

“Blinn is pleased to partner with local industry to provide the customized skills training that strengthens our local workforce and meets the specific needs of Brazos Valley business leaders,” she said..

Thomas Gessner of the Brazos Valley’s Gessner Engineering will be chairman of an advisory council that will provide direction for the RELLIS Building Trades Advisory Council and help meet the workforce needs of Texas.

”This unique partnership will serve to add to the labor force directly where there is need; ensuring that the students are investing in a career with an instant path to success,” Gessner said.

Hunter Goodwin, President and Chief Operating Officer of Oldham Goodwin Group, chairs the External Advisory Committee to the RELLIS trades council.

“When industry and academic institutions work together, both students and industry benefit,” Goodwin said. “Our program foundation is based on a true partnership that validates the curriculum, giving the program instant market credibility, benefitting the programs’ graduates, and we hope that everyone in the Brazos Valley and State of Texas will embrace.” Educational institutions or companies interested in having their courses reviewed should contact the RELLIS Campus at 979-458-2404 or rellis@tamus.edu.

 

About the RELLIS Campus

Founded in 2016 by The Texas A&M University System, the RELLIS campus in Bryan, Texas, fosters cutting-edge research, technology development, workforce training and two- and four-year college degrees by tapping the A&M System’s state agencies and multiple universities, along with academic, corporate and government partners outside the System.

 

Contact: Laylan Copelin

Vice Chancellor of Marketing and Communications

(979) 458-6425

(512) 289-2782 cell

lcopelin@tamus.edu