Jossette Chimes standing at the Galveston Campus in front of the Aggie Ring Statue

Chimes reflects on how her opportunities as both an employee and a student at Texas A&M University at Galveston paved the way for her next chapter. 

An aerial view of Texas A&M University at Galveston

Year In Review: Defining Stories Of 2024

Dec 12, 2024 • 4 min. read

Take a look back at 12 stories that captured the spirit of Aggieland by the Sea this year.

Dr. Jamie Steichen talking with visitors to Aggieland Saturday by the Sea
Debbie Thomas holding a sign that says "first day of school"

Dr. Debbie Thomas discusses her new role as dean of the new College of Marine Sciences and Maritime Studies

Three students standing in front of clock tower on the Texas A&M University Galveston Campus

The Galveston-based college's programs will explore the economic, social, political and ecological aspects of oceans and coasts.

Ashton Whittington in front of the Disney University building

A 19th century sailor needing a gift for his loved one across the sea could find the perfect option in Barbados: a sailor's valentine.

With the year's busiest buying season in full swing, bldg. 311 sat down with Dr. Cassia Bomer Galvao, an assistant professor in the Department of Maritime Business Administration, to talk about the impact of Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the winter holiday season on the maritime industry.

In Denver, Colorado, Tanise Fox ’16 wants museums to be a place where visitors can "really feel" the items on display. She means that literally.

Over the summer, Garrett Cole ‘23 and Hope McFarlin ‘24 lived and worked in Washington, DC, as part of the Public Policy Internship Program (PPIP) through Texas A&M University.