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Howdy, and welcome back! The Department of Bioenvironmental Sciences is one of the leading programs in this area in the world.  

We also know that you want to stay connected to your past, and we are here to help you with that! Interested in reconnecting? Want to find out about conferences to help build your career? Want to come back for graduate study?  

Bioenvironmental Sciences Professional Board

The Bioenvironmental Sciences Professional Board (BESC) consists of former students from the BESC program, environmental professionals with connections to the program, and the National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) student chapter. The board seeks to prepare excellent environmental professionals responsive to industry needs in the 21st century.

Learn more about the BESC Professional Board

Support the Department

We constantly strive to enhance the educational experiences of our bioenvironmental sciences undergraduate and our plant pathology and microbiology graduate students. That is made possible with support from our former students. Learn more about how you can be involved by giving to the department.

Giving to Bioenvironmental Sciences

The Association of Former Students 

The Association of Former Students traces its origin to the Ex-Cadets Association formed in 1879 and later to the A&M Alumni Association and Alpha Phi Fraternity. In 1919, a coalition was formed and adopted the name, “The Association of Former Students.” Since 1879, much has changed in organization and details, but the fundamental objectives of The Association remain the same. 

Visit The Association of Former Students

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If you’re a current or former student, donor or friend of the Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology (PLPM), we want to get connected and stay in touch! To receive news and media coverage on the teaching, research and outreach efforts happening in the department, visit AgriLife Today, the official newsroom of Texas A&M AgriLife. On AgriLife Today, you can also subscribe to monthly newsletters across Texas A&M AgriLife, to be sure you never miss the latest information coming out of the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Update your AggieNetwork Profile

One of the easiest ways we can connect with and contact our former students is through the AggieNetwork profile. Login to your profile at The Association of Former Students website to update your account and access the many resources available, like your AggieNetwork email.

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Contact our Development Team

  • Hirsch, Heather

    Heather Hirsch

    Director of Corporate Relations

    979-431-3740

    [email protected]

  • Hutchison, Megan

    Megan Hutchison

    Director of Development

    979-431-4122

    [email protected]

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The College of Agriculture Development Council is a volunteer organization committed to supporting the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and its students. Members of The Council include both former students and friends of the College, many of whom are industry leaders across the state and nation. From lawyers and bankers to ranchers and real estate agents, our members provide expertise across the agriculture and life sciences sector.

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