The Bush School of Government & Public Service

09/03/2026

Honoring 25 Years: The Bush School Commemorates September 11th

Join us on Friday, Sept 11, we will honor the lives lost and celebrate the enduring legacy of resilience and bravery that defined that day.

A 9:00 a.m. program starting in the PCC will include:
The Legacy of the Red Bandana — Tribute to 9/11 Hero Welles Crowther
Col. Mike Reilly, USMC (Ret.) — Working in the Pentagon on 9/11
Dr. Nathan Harness — Survivor from the 61st floor of Tower 2
Dean John B. Sherman, A Tribute to First Responders — Working in the Situation Room at the White House on 9/11

Following the program, 2,977 flags will be displayed in the courtyard in remembrance of each life lost. Reveille, the First Lady of Aggieland, will join us for Dean Sherman's tribute.
For more info: https://bush.tamu.edu/2026/08/24/red-bandana-tribute/
Reveille X Welles Remy Crowther Charitable Trust

09/02/2026

Join Robert S. Howden the 116th TX Secretary of State, as he discusses how TX-Mexico commerce & cooperation boost security & prosperity in North America.

Mosbacher Institute
Conversations in Public Policy: Sept. 22 at 5:00 p.m. @ PCC
Link to Register: https://tamu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5mImB61sLhesVE

09/01/2026

They lead. They serve. They make a difference.

We are proud to announce the 2026 Bush School's Outstanding Alumni honorees, Stuart Platt ’74 and Nicole Gabler ’17. Their achievements and dedication to public service embody the mission and values of the Bush School, and we are honored to recognize their impact.

Congratulations, Stuart and Nicole!

08/31/2026

Great work by Former Ambassador John Hennessey-Niland attending the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau. Amb. Hennessey-Niland is one of the many world renowned experts that our Bush School students get real-world lessons and experience from every day! Read Hennessey-Niland's full article here https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/postcard-from-pif-pacific-leaders-gather-as-china-looms/

08/26/2026

🌟 Welcome Back, Bush School Students! 🌟

We are so excited to kick off another incredible year of learning, growth, and community together! Whether you’re coming in for the first time or returning with familiar friends, we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish this year.

Here’s to a fantastic first week full of curiosity, connection, and new adventures. It's going to be a great year, Bush School!

08/23/2026

08/22/2026

Fall 2026 New Grad Student Orientation is officially in the books. Here's to new beginnings, new friendships, and an incredible journey ahead. We're excited to see what this next gen of public servants, policymakers, and scholars will accomplish. Welcome to the Bush School!

08/21/2026

Today, we're celebrating Dr. Jon R. Bond's 50 Years of Impact.

The Bush School of Government & Public Service is honored to recognize Dr. Jon R. Bond for five decades on the Texas A&M faculty. For 50 years, Dr. Jon R. Bond has called Texas A&M home while teaching, mentoring, and inspiring generations of students while advancing the study of American politics on a national stage.

A prolific scholar, award-winning author, and respected leader in the political science profession, Dr. Bond's contributions to the Bush School, Texas A&M, and the discipline as a whole are immeasurable.

08/15/2026

Bush School PSAA Professor & Department Head, Lori Taylor shares her expertise on Texas school finance with CBS Austin affiliate KEYE. Our faculty serve as trusted experts in their fields, bringing valuable insight to the challenges that matter most!
https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/pflugerville-isd-sees-gains-in-state-ratings-models-for-other-districts

08/13/2026

🎉 Congratulations Bush School Professors Michael Reilly, Tom Haase, and Danny Davis 🎉

Our incredible Homeland Security faculty's presentation on "Emerging Frontiers in Homeland Security: Technology, Strategy, and Preparedness" has earned "Best in Show" honors at the National Homeland Security Conference 2026!

This prestigious recognition highlights our inspiring educators' expertise in homeland security strategy and preparedness.