Program Coordinator, First-Year Experience

Phone: 979-458-6111
Contact: jamieburns@tamu.edu

Jamie Burns is the Program Coordinator for the First-Year Experience at Texas A&M University, focusing on programs that empower first-year students to succeed academically. She collaborates with campus colleagues to enhance retention, graduation, and time-to-degree rates while overseeing the Hullabaloo U Peer Metors by managing the recruitment, training, and evaluation of over 900 student leaders annually. Jamie has also been teaching the Hullabaloo U course for freshen since 2022, furthering her commitment to student success.

Before transitioning to the Office for Student Success, Jamie worked at the Anneberg Presidential Conference Center, where she held various positions, including Manager, Marketing Manager, and Assistant Manager since 2014. With over 15 years of experience in event planning, marketing, and communications, Jamie brings creativity and attention to detail to all her endeavors. Prior to joining Texas A&M, she coordinated events and managed marketing efforts for a healthcare consulting firm in Dallas and managed several competitive dance studios in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area.

Jamie holds a B.A. in Communication with a minor in Tourism Management from Texas A&M University, and she is a graduate of the IAVM Venue Management School. She is a Certified Venue Professional (CVP) through the International Association of Venue Managers and a Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) accredited by the American Marketing Association.

Advice to students: "Take every opportunity to get involved and attend events - you'll meet new people and find your place in the Aggie community. Embrace the culture and traditions that make Texas A&M special. While academics are important, don't forget to enjoy the journey - laugh, smile, and have fun along the way. College is about balance, so make the most of every experience!"