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Celebrate the start of your Bobcat journey by discovering all the ways to get involved on campus! The Student Involvement Fair is your one-stop shop to meet student organizations, connect with campus resources, and find your community. Whether you’re looking for new friends, leadership opportunities, or just a place to belong, there’s something here for everyone. Start your year strong and see where getting involved can take you!

Student Organizations: Registration for the 2025 Student Involvement Fair is now closed. If you'd like to be added to a waitlist in case any spots open up, please email Oliver Agger-Shelton, Coordinator for Student Organization Development and Administration, at mbv47@txstate.edu.

*If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to participate, please contact Student Involvement and Engagement via email at getinvolved@txstate.edu or via phone at 512-245-3219, at least 72 hours in advance of the event.

Want to learn more about your different options studying abroad?

We offer a variety of opportunities for students to immerse themselves in different cultures and academic environments. We host General Information Sessions to help students explore program offerings, understand the application process, and learn how to prepare for their education abroad experience. We will talk about the types of programs available, destinations, and the resources and support offered for students. 

Experience the enchanting beauty of the San Marcos River under the moonlight. Join our Moonlight Kayak Trip for a mesmerizing adventure, gliding through tranquil waters guided by our trip staff. No experience necessary, this trip ensures a serene escape from everyday life.

No prior experience is needed!

Price: $15 (TXST Students, Faculty, Staff only)

Departure Time: 9:00PM (Arrive 15-30 minutes early!) 

Return Time: 11:00PM

Meeting Location: Sewell Park Outdoor Center

Pre-Trip Meeting: N/A

What's Included

• All activity-specific equipment
  
• Trip leader staff to guide your experience
  

What's Not Included

• Any meals
  
• Personal clothing and equipment needs (varies depending on activity)
  

Please register by clicking the link at the top of the description or visit here- https://recconnect.campusrecreation.txstate.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=04321477-4d11-4f2c-a96d-2f289e447205

Trip space is limited! Be sure to register early to secure your spot.
Registration opens August 1st, 2025.
Free programs open 2 weeks in advance.

Kick off your year with fun and easygoing adventures designed just for freshmen! Whether you're hitting the trails or relaxing by the water on our beach trip, these outings are all about connecting with nature and meeting new friends. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and a sense of adventure. Come explore, unwind, and start building your clutter from day one!

Want to learn more about your different options studying abroad?

Join us for a Zoom Session.

We offer a variety of opportunities for students to immerse themselves in different cultures and academic environments. We host General Information Sessions to help students explore program offerings, understand the application process, and learn how to prepare for their education abroad experience. We will talk about the types of programs available, destinations, and the resources and support offered for students. 

This session provides an introductory overview of Vivo, a powerful qualitative data analysis software. Attendees will explore its core features, including data import, coding, thematic analysis, and visualization tools. The session includes a live demonstration to showcase how NVivo can be used to manage and analyze qualitative data efficiently. 

What are the objectives of this session? 

- To familiarize participants with the NVivo interface and key functionalities. 

- To demonstrate how to organize and code qualitative data within NVivo. 

- To introduce basic techniques for thematic analysis and data visualization. 

- To highlight best practices for integrating NVivo into research workflows. 

Attendees will gain practical skills in: 

- Navigating NVivo's workspace and importing various data types (e.g., interviews, focus groups, documents). 

- Creating and managing codes and nodes for qualitative analysis. 

- Creating codes using inductive and deductive approaches, based on research questions and conceptual frameworks applied for the study. 

- Conducting thematic analysis and generating visual outputs such as word clouds and charts. 

- Applying NVivo to real-world research projects, including academic studies, program evaluations, and policy analysis. 

These skills will empower researchers to handle complex qualitative data systematically, enhance analytical rigor, and produce insightful findings that can inform decision-making and scholarly work. 

Session Materials:  

Datasets: Dataset of transcripts with demographics of sample study will be provided before the session. 

Trip space is limited! Be sure to register early to secure your spot.
Registration opens August 1st, 2025.
Free programs open 2 weeks in advance.

Kick off your year with fun and easygoing adventures designed just for freshmen! Whether you're hitting the trails or relaxing by the water on our beach trip, these outings are all about connecting with nature and meeting new friends. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and a sense of adventure. Come explore, unwind, and start building your clutter from day one!

Please register by clicking the link. An RSVP is not a spot reservation. No need to RSVP to this event. Please visit -https://recconnect.campusrecreation.txstate.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=5c52e96e-2430-4a68-a749-73dbdd43e7f5

Dissertation revisions can feel daunting, but they are crucial steps in transforming your work into its best version. This workshop will equip you with strategies to approach feedback confidently, identify key improvement areas, and refine your writing with clarity and precision. You will learn how to distinguish between different types of revisions, manage the emotions associated with revising, prioritize changes effectively, and avoid common pitfalls in rewriting. Join us for an insightful discussion on turning critiques into growth, navigating advisors’ and committee members’ feedback, and developing a sustainable revision workflow. Let’s make revision less stressful and more productive!

This session covers a very basic overview of what GIS is and provides a hands-on guided demo of the ArGIS Pro platform. First, attendees will receive a brief theoretical overview of GIS, its history, how it works, and examples of real-world applications. Then, they will have the opportunity to follow along in a basic workflow, going from raw spatial data to a final, professional map product. Along the way, attendees will receive a basic overview of how to complete basic tasks with ArcIS, as well as the opportunity to ask questions in person and receive instant feedback. This session is best suited for those with little to no prior experience with GIS and/or ArcGIS.

Skills and Knowledge Covered:

• GIS data basics: vector vs. Raster
  
• Navigating the user interface in ArcGIS Pro
  
• Importing data into ArcGIS Pro
  
• Creating a visualization in ArGIS with multiple classes
  
• Creating map layouts and basic cartography best practices
  
• Exporting layouts to usable images
  

Session Materials: 

• Dataset: a Texas counties shapefile will be provided before the session
  
• Software: ArGIS is installed in the ALK 452 lab computers
  
• You can also download ArcIS and use it on your personal Windows computer by following this guide.
  

System compatibility: Windows
Mac users can purchase their own private copy of Parallels to run ArGIS in a virtual machine; however, this practice is not officially supported by ITAC and must be done at the user's own discretion. For more information, read this guide.

• Integrate sustainability into your business model without sacrificing profit
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, energy use, and costs
• Communicate your sustainability values to customers and stakeholders
• Leverage sustainability as a competitive advantage in today’s market

This workshop introduces you to IBM SPSS Statistics, a program that can assist users with analyzing, organizing, and visualizing data. Attendees will learn about the capabilities of SPSS, its basic functions, and how to import/enter data into SPSS for analysis. This workshop is open to all skillsets and comfortability with SPSS or data analysis programs. Attendees will have the opportunity to follow along in their own SPSS windows and test functions.
Attendees should come with any version of SPSS installed on their computers. Discounted or free trial versions of SPSS can be found here: https://www.ibm.com/products/spss-statistics/gradpack?

• Identify the best marketing channels for your business (social media, email, local, and more)
• Create content that connects with your audience and builds brand loyalty
• Market yourself as a founder while building trust and visibility

This hands-on workshop is designed to help researchers navigate the process of creating a quality Data Management Plan (DMP) using the DMPTool platform. Whether you're applying for grant funding, managing research data, or ensuring compliance with institutional and funder requirements, a well-crafted DMP is essential. Participants will be guided through each step of the DMPTool interface, learning how to:

• Understand the purpose and components of a Data Management Plan
  
• Select appropriate templates based on funder or institutional requirements
  
• Use built-in guidance and examples to address key topics such as data sharing, storage, metadata, and preservation
  
• Collaborate with co-authors and institutional administrators within the platform
  
• Export and share completed plans for submission or review
  

By the end of the session, attendees will have the confidence and skills to create a DMP tailored to their research project and funding agency requirements.

Who Should Attend:
Researchers, students, and research support staff involved in grant writing or data management. No prior experience with DMPTool is required. Participants are encouraged to use our lab computers or bring a laptop and a draft or concept of a research project to work on during the session.

Access DMPTool:

Visit https://dmptool.org/ to create an account or log in using your TXST institutional credentials.

Additional Resources:

• Data Management Planning Guide
  
• Funder Requirements Templates
  

Fee-based parking is available at the Pleasant St. Garage by the Music Building.

• Create and manage a business budget
• Use QuickBooks to organize expenses, invoices, and cash flow
• Understand your financial reports and what they say about your business
• Avoid common money mistakes entrepreneurs make

Are you ready to transform your graduate experience into a fulfilling career in the nonprofit world? Whether you are passionate about making an impact or exploring career paths beyond academia, this panel discussion is your opportunity to gain insider knowledge from a Career Services Educator and Texas State graduate alumni who have successfully transitioned into nonprofit careers. Hear firsthand how they leveraged their advanced research, problem-solving, and analytical skills to thrive in mission-driven organizations. Through this engaging discussion, you will discover:
 
-how to identify and market your most valuable transferable skills;
-strategies for navigating the nonprofit job search with confidence;
-the power of networking and building connections in the nonprofit sector; and,
-tips for positioning yourself for success in mission-driven organizations.
 
Join us for this workshop designed to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to launch your nonprofit career. Whether you are a new student or about to graduate, do not miss this chance to learn from experienced professionals who have been in your shoes and successfully made the leap!

This workshop introduces you to IBM SPSS Statistics, a program that can assist users with analyzing. organizing, and visualizing data. Attendees will learn how to prepare data for visualization, run a basic frequency/descriptive analysis, and create visual representations of their analysis. This workshop is open to all skillsets and comfortability with SPSS or data analysis programs. Attendees will have the opportunity to follow along in their own SPSS windows and test functions.

Attendees should come with any version of SPSS installed on their computers. Discounted or free trial versions of SPSS can be found here: https://www.ibm.com/products/spss-statistics/gradpack?