The Whoopin' Weekend Conference is a three day program in the spring semester where high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors get a first hand look of what Texas A&M University is all about. Participants get the opportunity to take part in discussion groups with members of the Aggie Recruitment Committee, as well as connect with other high school students from across the nation. In addition to discussion groups, participants will also get the chance to be a part of a mixer, receive valuable information about majors, and spend a couple of nights in Aggieland.
Family members, along with the participants, are invited to join us for informational presentations on admissions, residence life, financial aid, Traditions Council, and a session with a student panel. Students must attend the ENTIRE conference.
Whoopin' Weekend has helped create many friendships and new contacts for participants to help them with the transition from high school to college.
"What can we expect from Whoopin' Weekend?"
As a Whoopin' Weekend Participant, you will experience...
Learn the traditional yells from the Fightin' Texas Aggie Yell Leaders!
The 12th Man is strong at every sporting event! Depending on the sports schedules during the Whoopin' Weekend, participants will cheer on the Aggies in their spring season!
A big university needs a big campus! Participants will be taken on a tour of the Texas A&M campus, the largest housing operation in the country, and the world-class facilities that Texas A&M has to offer.
Participants will be staying in Cambridge Hall just down the street from the campus!
Participants will experience a live mock lecture from one of our professors at the university! The lecture topic will be decided by your student's preferred major.
Our conference mixers are the perfect place to relax with new friends, dance, and play games!
Participants come from high schools across the country for conferences, and many new friendships from conference can carry into freshman year at Texas A&M!
No one knows Texas A&M better than our current Aggie students. Discussion Groups, or DGs, will each have two ARC DG leaders for any questions or advice throughout conference.
Every moment of conference adds to this unique experience, and there is so much in store for you at Whoopin' Weekend!
Guest Speakers
Representatives from departments, including...
Hear from admissions advisors, get important advice on deadlines and applications, and learn what they are looking for in future Aggies!
Learn about the biggest housing operation in the country! With 37 residence halls and over 11,000 Aggies living on campus, there is a place for everyone!
Aggie Traditions are what keep the Aggie Spirit alive, and the Traditions Council preserves and promotes these timeless traditions that define what it means to be an Aggie.
... and additional guests!
Example Schedule of Conference
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Friday
Participant Check-In
College Fair
Informational
Official Welcome
Parents Program
Parents Released
DG Runouts
Lunch
Mock Lecture
Campus Tour
Dinner
Skits/Yell Practice
Performance Groups
Social
Travel to Cambridge Hall and Release Participants
2
Saturday
Check-in
Travel to MSC
DG Time/Bookstore
Lunch
Baseball Game
Social
Skits
Student Panel
Dinner
Mixer
Travel to Cambridge Hall and Release Participants
3
Sunday
Check- in
Travel to MSC
Speaker
DG Time/Skits
Slideshow
Check-Out
Packing List for the Whoopin' Weekend Conference
Items to Bring:
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Clothes and pajamas for two days (check the weather before packing!)
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Comfortable walking shoes
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Medication, if applicable
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Toiletries, sunscreen, and bug spray
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Money for snacks, souvenirs, and shopping at the MSC Bookstore
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A small umbrella
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Bedding (sheets, pillows, etc.)
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A clear bag (for the baseball game!)
Items Provided by ARC:
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Registration Packet
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Conference T-Shirt
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Meals
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Tickets to Sporting Event
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Hotel Lodging
Whoopin' Weekend Conference 2024
Spend the Weekend at Texas A&M University!
Date: March 22-24, 2024
Registration Opens: January 8th @ 5 p.m.
Registration Closes: February 23rd @ 11:59 p.m.
Total Cost: $375
Steps for registering:
1) Make an account with the link below
2) Scroll to the date 3/22
3) Click the Whoopin' Weekend link
4) Complete all required fields
Cost Information for Whoopin' Weekend
A $100 down payment for conference will be due at the time of registration, and the rest of conference dues will be due at a later date (TBD).
The price of the conference includes hotel room and board, a baseball ticket, transportation, meals, conference merchandise, and more!
We are not able to provide refunds for the Whoopin' Weekend Conference and apologize for any inconvenience.
Whoopin' Weekend 2024 Selection Process
Whoopin' Weekend is a conference planned by the Aggie Recruitment Committee for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in experiencing college life at Texas A&M University. With the resources and facilities we currently have, we are able to invite 150 students to campus for the Whoopin' Weekend conference. To provide the fairest selection process to all interested parties, we will be implementing the following selection process for Whoopin' Weekend 2024:
Every application submitted during the time that registration is open is accepted. If registration is not filled up during that time slot, it will stay open until all spaces are filled. The first 75 participants to register will be guaranteed a spot at conference, and an additional 75 spots will be filled for the wait list. The wait list spots will be offered a spot for conference as openings become available.
Any Questions or Concerns?
For more information about the conference, please email Whoopin' Weekend Conference Director Clayton Hargrove at arcwhoopinweekend@gmail.com
If you have any questions or concerns about registration, please contact Registration Coordinator Connor Emmons at recruiting.aggies@gmail.com