Brazos Matters

Dr. Jennifer Griffith with Texas A&M Public Health & Byron Prestridge with Texas A&M Transportation Services discuss a recent micromobility capstone project completed by students, what micromobility is, safety considerations, rules & regulations, proposed "howdy zones", congested campus corridors, and pedestrian safety.

Kelly Wellman, Director of Texas A&M's Office of Sustainability discusses the A&M Athletics sustainability plan, facility impacts of the plan, other universities starting their own plans based on the A&M blueprint, campus recycling locations, sustainable transportation, challenges facing the office, and the student internship program.

Former National Security Advisor Nancy Bearg, Singer/Songwriter Lyle Lovett, and various grandchildren of George & Barbara Bush gathered in College Station to commemorate the 100th birthday of the former president and spoke of the legacy of public service created by the former president and Mrs. Bush.

Michael Ostrowski, Chief Development Officer, City of College Station discusses his background, College Station's economic development objectives and strategic master plan, redevelopment of city corridors, a future entrepreneurial program, getting College Station noticed, legislative impacts, and updates on new business coming to town.

Chris Lamb, Community Paramedic for the City of Bryan discusses the community paramedic program, how it frees up ambulances and other resources, and how it facilitates telehealth visits and connects patients to local resources that they may need.

Mary Lynne Stratta, City Secretary for the City of Bryan discusses the responsibilities of the City Secretary, how election administration has changed over the years, the impact of legislative sessions on Texas cities, and her favorite accomplishments over a 34 year career with the City of Bryan.

Andrew Card, CEO of George & Barbara Bush Foundation, discusses space and exhibit expansion at the Bush Library & Museum. Raquel Espinoza, Union Pacific spokesperson, discusses the significance of their donated 4141 locomotive to the exhibit.

Shel Winkley, longtime Chief Meteorologist at KBTX-TV discusses his history with KBTX, his new position with non-profit Climate Central, what exactly Climate Central is and does, his meteorologist heroes, the future of broadcast meteorologists, and finally a dramatic reading of Twitter DMs with Jay Socol.

Speakers from the Texas A&M School of Education & Human Development's 2024 Voices of impact series discuss "Stress, Sleep, & Wellbeing in Principals," "Tracking Fatigue in Soldiers," E-Sports & The New Generation," and "Finding A Sense of Belonging."

Maddie Hillin: COO of the George and Barbara Bush Foundation discusses the mission of the foundation and previews the upcoming 41 @ 100 events in June.

Barbara Moore, University & Community Relations Manager for City of College Station discusses the A&M off campus student services office, College Station black history video projects, & the Citizens University program.

Brad Stafford, Director of Parks, Recreation & Facilities for the City of Bryan discusses past experience as a city manager, favorite Bryan Parks after visiting them all, upcoming updates to playgrounds, other non-park city facilities, and downtown Bryan landscaping.

Lisette Templin, Founder & Director of Texas A&M Urban Farm United (TUFU) discusses vertical farming, supplying the 12th Can food pantry and local restaurants with fresh produce for local consumption, food as medicine, student involvement, and roadblocks to further adoption.

Brandon Reid, Manager of Coulter Airfield discusses the airfield, its current amenities, and some future plans of expansion.

Mark Benden, PhD, CPE, Director of the Ergonomics Center at the Texas A&M School of Public Health discusses ergonomic design, AI integration, and research of remote/hybrid work.

Peter Lange, Associate Vice President of Transportation Services at Texas A&M University discusses what TAMU Transportation is responsible for, new initiatives, and how they manage parking and transit for tens of thousands of students and faculty/staff.

Jaimie Masterson, Director of Texas Target Communities at Texas A&M University discusses what Texas Target Communities is, what they've done for cities in the past, and how interested cities can get involved.

Nancy Berry & Valdie Masco, Brazos County, discuss a new program called “R U OK,” which is intended to offer wellness checks for county residents who may not otherwise have family or friends to monitor their health or critical needs.

Ben Kalscheur, Sustainability Manager, Texas A&M Office Of Sustainability, discusses Campus Sustainability Month, Aggie Green Fund Grants, Campus Sustainability Month Events, and some history of the A&M Office of Sustainability.

Ashley Bennett, Recreation Supervisor with the City of Bryan discusses updates to Bryan parks as well as upcoming events.

Stephen Bjune, Texas A&M Task Force 1 discusses the who and what of Texas A&M Task Forces 1 & 2, TEEX Urban Search & Rescue training, & tips for families and individuals on how to keep themselves safe. September is National Preparedness Month.

Emily Fisher, Director of Public Works, City of College Station discusses trash pick-up/accumulation, traffic (including game days) and issues with stolen street signs.

Duane Peters, Brazos County Judge discusses changes to voting locations, a new medical examiner's office, and a broadband survey for rural Brazos County.

Jennifer Nations, Water Resource Coordinator, City of College Station discusses where our water comes from, and how to conserve it.

Kristie De La Garza, Assistant Director, Counseling & Wellbeing Services, University Health Services discusses how Texas A&M mental health resources work together to provide comprehensive and varied support for our diverse student body.