TAMU Financial Planning Program

Intern Spotlight | Meet Jazmin Merida!

Jazmin is a Financial Planning major in the Class of 2027, interning as a Financial Assistant for IMG Financial Group.

When asked what she most enjoys about her summer internship, Jazmin shared, “What I enjoy the most about my internship is the welcoming, family-like environment and seeing the things I've learned in class come to life in real-world situations.”

We’re glad to hear you’re having such a great experience, Jazmin! 🙌

During this spring semester, Mark Mielke, founder of Texas A&M's first financial literacy program (The Money Wise Aggie), stepped in as a visiting lecturer to teach our FINP 335 course, Financial Readiness for the Military.

As a veteran, Mark knows the profound impact that solid financial foundations can have in the life of a service member.

We want to take a moment to honor his continued commitment to student success and share our gratitude for the time he generously gave in support of our program.

Thank you, Mark!

Intern Spotlight | Meet Evyn Edwards!

Evyn is a Financial Planning Student in the Class of 2028, currently serving as a Paraplanning Intern for Paragon Financial Advisors in College Station.

Reflecting on her internship experience so far, Evyn shares: “I really enjoy the weekly learning session I have with Stephen McGee, one of the partners at Paragon. It’s dedicated time to ask questions and break down some complicated financial topics. Paragon’s focus on education and continuous learning is something I am really grateful for!”

Keep up the good work, Evyn! 👍

Our students recently returned from the first Texas A&M Financial Planning study abroad✈️

During their two week visit to the U.K., students (1) toured London’s Financial District, (2) met with local industry leaders, (3) explored the historic cities of York, Cambridge, and Bath, (4) visited the ancient ruins of Stonehenge, and more!

While visiting Cambridge American Cemetery And Memorial, which commemorates those lost in WWII, students were also able to honor a late relative of faculty advisor Dr. Nathan Harness.

It was a blast to connect with peers, be immersed in history, and learn how international financial markets compare to our own.

And the countdown begins!🙌 On July 9, the Summer 2026 Aggie Planner Happy Hours are coming to a location near you.

Join us to connect with former students, current students, and program supporters as we enjoy good food, good drinks, and great company.

Save the date and stay tuned! Additional details regarding RSVPs and happy hour locations will be shared soon. We hope to see you there.

📩 Save the Date!
📅 Date: July 9
🕒 Time: 5 - 7 PM

Please join us in thanking the student workers who help make the daily success of the TAMU Financial Planning Program possible🙌

From supporting classroom operations to assisting with program outreach, so much of what we do would not be possible without their hard work and dedication.

We are grateful for the time and effort each of them invests to support the faculty, their peers, and the program as a whole.

Students, thank you for all your hard work!

The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Susan Ballabina as the 28th president of Texas A&M University earlier today. Dr. Ballabina will assume her new role on May 11.

Read more: https://tx.ag/28thPresident

A learning environment that fosters community doesn’t start in the classroom. It starts before, with the team of people who help make it possible.

Earlier this week, program faculty and staff had a moment to step away at the end of the semester to enjoy one another’s company, recap the year, discuss what's ahead, and learn how they can best support each other in empowering aspiring planners.

We're grateful for all of the time this team puts into showing up, not only for each other, but for the students who make the investment worth it!

Join us in congratulating our Spring 2026 graduates! 🎓🙌

Through hard work and dedication, each of these students have grown into capable, confident individuals who are ready to step into the professional world and take on new challenges.

Aggie Planners, we are so proud of everything you have accomplished. Your time here has prepared you for what’s ahead, and we can’t wait to watch you make your mark. Remember, a “Howdy” goes a long way! 👍

We’re always here if you need us.

This spring, we had the opportunity to welcome guest lecturers into our Foundations of Money Education course to help students make a more meaningful connection between the financial planning topics covered in class and their real-world application.

We’d like to extend a big thank you to each of these guests for the time, experiences, and insights they shared.

Their willingness to engage with students helps make these topics more tangible, and we are confident that our students will carry these lessons forward as they set out to make informed financial decisions.👏