Welcome from the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs/Dean of Students

Dear Javelina,

Welcome to Texas A&M University-Kingsville! As a student, you are now a member of a long-standing tradition of excellent education and a great family atmosphere. Congratulations on making the intelligent decision to join the Javelina family!

I hope this year is filled with memorable experiences inside and outside the classroom. Our faculty members are ready to challenge you to expand your knowledge of their fields of expertise. Our staff members are prepared to help you as you navigate through the year. Our entire Javelina family is here to support you as you take steps to achieve your dream of a degree from Texas A&M University- Kingsville.

This student handbook provides information to help you navigate policies and procedures important to maintaining an educational environment at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The Student Code of Conduct and Campus Policies websites explain the guidelines regulating student conduct. We hope you utilize the information in this handbook to ensure you do your part in creating and maintaining a strong educational environment for yourself and others. 

This handbook is not an exhaustive list of all policies and procedures.  Please refer to the TAMUK website, departmental websites, the appropriate academic catalogues, your course syllabi, and the Residence Life Guidebook, among others, for additional information and conduct expectations.

All users of this handbook are invited to submit comments and recommendations for changes through the Office of the Dean of Students. Additions, deletions, and changes to this handbook may occur throughout the year.

Best wishes for a successful and memorable year!

Sincerely yours,

Kirsten Compary
Associate Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students