The Texas A&M University System

10/11/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/11/2024 07:38

Texas A&M University System Announces Fifth Season of Around Texas with Chancellor John Sharp

[Link]BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas - Season Five of Around Texas with Chancellor John Sharphits the airwaves this week in several TV markets in Texas

The Emmy Award-winning television show highlights the incredible people, places and programs that make up the A&M System and its far-reaching impact across the Great State of Texas.

"Around Texas gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the people and programs that make Texas truly special," said John Sharp, the show's host. "Tune in and join us as we discover some remarkable ways the A&M System is working to help make this state - and the world - a better place."

Some of the exciting stories featured this season include:

  • Saving the endangered wild ocelot with dedicated researchers at Texas A&M-Kingsville.
  • Showcasing the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets' Marksmanship Team, ranked among the best in the nation.
  • Highlighting the achievements of Paralympic cyclists at Texas A&M-RELLIS.
  • Also, this year marks the renewal of the football rivalry between Texas A&M and the University of Texas. We will hear about what makes this one of the oldest and most iconic football rivalries in the world.

Throughout the season, each 30-minute episode will feature two segments and in-studio interviews with guests who share their inspiring stories. From addressing disaster response during hurricanes to wildfire management, the show highlights the A&M System's commitment to serving Texans in times of need.

For more information or to catch up on old episodes, visit SharpAroundTexas.com.

Also, a promotional video is available here, and check local listings here.

About The Texas A&M University System
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a budget of $7.3 billion. Through a statewide network of 11 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the Texas A&M-RELLIS campus, the Texas A&M System educates more than 157,000 students and makes more than 21 million additional educational contacts through service and outreach programs each year. System-wide, research and development expenditures exceed $1 billion and help drive the state's economy.

Contact: Laylan Copelin
Vice Chancellor of Marketing and Communications
(979) 458-6425
(512) 289-2782 cell
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