Our Pillars
Professional Development
To equip members with the skills, experiences, and networks necessary for successful careers in foreign affairs.
Analytical Excellence
To foster critical analyses of and evidence-based solutions for global issues to ready members for professional and academic expectations.
Global Awareness
To promote an understanding of international cultures, perspectives, and issues in preparation for contributing to our interconnected world.
RELLIS
To ensure AIFA members embody Texas A&M University's core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
AIFA Events & Opportunities
Mentorship Program
A year-long mentorship program between undergraduate and graduate members and underclassmen and upperclassmen members designed to encourage career development, guidance, and skill-building.
Global Student Dialogue
A virtual, half-day exchange in the fall semester where Aggies and students around the world engage in citizen diplomacy and hold meaningful conversations on contemporary topics in world affairs.
Aggie Journal of Foreign Affairs
An AIFA initiative for honing members' industry skills and Texas A&M University's first undergraduate journal dedicated to foreign affairs. Submissions are open during the fall semester for Aggies of all classifications and majors, and issues are published at the end of the spring semester.
Career Speaker Series
A two-part event in the spring semester for former students in public service, private sector, and international law to share industry insights, career advice, and success strategies with AIFA members.
