2016 Counselor Application:
Howdy Camp
Aggie Transition Camps Mission Statement
Aggie Transition Camps exists to successfully transition
new students into the Aggie Family.
Aggie Transition Camps Values
Servant Leadership, Knowledge, Integrity, Inclusivity, Commitment
Aggie Transition Camps Introduction
Aggie Transition Camps (ATC) is a sponsored student organization that is responsible for
successfully transitioning new Aggies to Texas A&M University through two programs.
While Howdy Camp and Transfer Camp are produced by the same organization, they are
still run as two separate programs. Aggie Transition Camps will put on Howdy Camp and
Transfer Camp each January and August, respectively. Counselors for ATC are chosen each
Fall and Spring semester.
For many incoming students, Aggie Transition Camps’ programs will be their first
impression of the Aggie Family. The job of those involved in ATC is to welcome incoming
students to Texas A&M and aid in their transition. The ATC counselors will make Howdy
Camp 2016 and T-Camp 2016 successful through leadership, dedication, commitment, and
teamwork. This semester long commitment will be fulfilled with successes and challenges,
and it will provide many opportunities for growth as a person and a leader.
Thank you for your interest in serving as a Howdy Camp 2016 counselor! This is a
challenging and rewarding position. This will be an amazing experience that will not only
impact other Aggies, but bring you new friendships as well as develop your leadership
skills for later in life! We are thrilled that you are interested in playing such an important
role in Howdy Camp 2016.
Please contact any of the following people with questions or concerns.
Tito Bocanegra
Staff Development
atc-sd@dsa.tamu.edu
Sarah Edwards
Advisor
sedwards@stuact.tamu.edu
Rebeccah Groh
Advisor
Rgroh@stuact.tamu.edu
ATC Counselor Application: Howdy Camp 2016
Name: _________________________________________________________________ UIN: ___________________________
Phone Number: ______________________ Class: _____________ Major: ______________________________________
Date of Birth: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________________________
Expected Date of Graduation: ____________________ Entered A&M as a:
Role Preference:
Counselor Only
Team Only
Freshman
Transfer
No Preference
Co-Curricular Activities (excluding extended orientation):
Please be sure to include name of organization, what position was held, year of
involvement:
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Former involvement in camps (Fish Camp, Howdy Camp, Transfer Camp):
Please be sure to include name of organization, what position was held, year of
involvement:
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Scheduling an Interview
Please visit the home page of atc.tamu.edu on October 14th, 2015 where you will find a link
that will direct you to sign up for an interview time. PLEASE WRITE DOWN THE LOCATION
OF YOUR INTERVIEW.
Include the items below with your stapled application packet
Copy of Fall 2015 Schedule
Current Unofficial Transcript
Application Questions:
Please answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper: Please limit to no more than 3
pages.
Everyone:
- What is the perception you have of ATC and how can we as an organization improve the
overall camp experience?
-What do you think your role is before, during, and after camp?
-How will you approach developing a strong relationship with your partner?
First Time Counselors:
-What is the most important thing you want campers to leave camp with?
Experienced Counselors:
-What is something you want to improve on from a past camp experience?
**Please sign/initial and submit the following pages with your application.**
Eligibility Requirements
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Undergraduates must have at least a 2.00 overall grade point ratio and at lest a 2.00 grade point
average from the previous Spring semester at the time of selection. Counselors must post at least a
2.00 grade point ratio for the regular Fall semester during their term.
Graduate students must have at least a 3.00 overall grade point ratio and at least a 3.00 grade point
ratio for the previous Spring semester a the time of selection. Counselors must post at least a 3.00
grade point ratio for the regular Fall semester during their term.
Applicant must be in good standing with the University and enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in a
regular semester during their term.
Applicant will be ineligible should the student fail to maintain the requirements described above and
will no longer be allowed to attend camp functions after removal.
I hereby agree to release my University academic & conduct record to the ATC Advisor and Executive Director,
and agree to a criminal background check. By signing, I am aware of and agree to uphold the ATC Constitution
and Mission Statement as well as Texas A&M University and Department of Student Activities policies.
Signature: ___________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________
T-Camp Dues
Howdy Camp dues are set to be priced at $200. This amount can be paid in full or in payment plans, which
will be announced during an AC Meeting. For your convenience there will also be a credit/debit card option
available on ATC’s Marketplace account.
Camp Dues Cover
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Transportation to/from Camp
Lodging at Trinity Pines
Meals at Trinity Pines
Camp T-Shirts
Professional Training Sessions
Additional T-Camp Events
Please sign and initial below, acknowledging that you comprehend it is the duty of a counselor to pay
camp dues.
Signature: ___________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________
Mandatory Dates and Meetings
NOTE: This is not an exhaustive list. Other meetings may be called by Directors, Advisors,
and/or Student Activities staff.
Counselor Selection Process
Every Wednesday
October 6th
October 7th
October 6th
October 14th
October 19th-23rd
October 25th
October 28th
November 20th-22nd
December 5th
January 4th
January 5th
January 6th
January 9th – 11th
Counselor Meetings at 8:30pm
Counselor Informational
Counselor Informational & Application Posted
Counselor Applications Released
Counselor Application Deadline
Counselor Interviews
Counselor Selections
Rev Night
Road Trip
Workday I
Counselor Refresher
Team Skit Review
IC Skit Reviews
Howdy Camp
Please sign below affirming that you have reviewed the mandatory meetings and
dates and understand that it is the responsibility of a Counselor to be present at all of
these events and meetings.
Signature______________________________________________________________Date__________________________
*Please drop off application in the Koldus Dropbox A6 right next to the
Student Activities Desk. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at
atc-sd@dsa.tamu.edu