TAFE Collegiate Chapters

Currently Active Collegiate Chapters in Texas participating TAFE Events:

Austin Community College Texas A&M University-Commerce
Dallas Baptist University  Texas A&M University-Kingsville
LeTourneau University Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Midland College Texas A&M University Texarkana
Our Lady of the Lake University Texas State University
Prairie View A&M University University of Texas at Arlington 
Sam Houston State University  University of Texas Dallas
Teacher Development Center
Stephen F. Austin State University  University of Texas at San Antonio
Tarleton State University University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Texas A&M Higher Education Center at McAllen West Texas A&M University 
Texas A&M University International University  

 


 Benefits of a TAFE Collegiate Chapter:

  • Connection to middle and high school chapters and its members.
  • Competitive events to continue practical application of teaching skills.
  • Leadership Opportunities
  • Continued support and guidance to becoming an educator.

Benefits of an Aspiring Educators Rising Chapter (national affiliation):


 Aspiring Educators Chapters in Texas before June 2022

  • Collin College
  • Dallas College
  • Lamar University
  • Lonestar College Kingwood
  • San Jacinto College-Central
  • Sul Ross University-Alpine
  • Sul Ross University- Rio Grande
  • Texas A&M University College Station
  • Texas Tech University
  • University of Houston Downtown
  • University of Houston Clear Lake
  • University of Texas at El Paso

Steps to beginning a collegiate level chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators:

Step 1: Check to see if the campus has an existing Aspiring Educators Chapter. Membership to TSTA offers the benefits of competing in TAFE/Educators Rising. If not, secure approval from required university personnel. Gaining the support is vital in having a successful chapter. 

Step 2: Fill out New Campus Membership Form and contact the TAFE office for further information or questions you might have. 

Step 3: Reach out to Clinton Gill with TSTA/NEA the Aspiring Educators to begin the national affiliation process. Be sure to send him the collegiate chapter's list of officers, advisors with contact information and the constitution/bylaws for your chapter. 

Step 4: All members must be members of Aspiring Educators to compete and participate in TAFE events.

Step 5: Recruit! Establishing a core group of students to serve as an officer team early will provide a solid foundation for your chapter.

Step 6: Pay state dues ($95 Chapter Due). Pay national dues (individual student dues) Dues must be paid prior to participating in your area conference.

Step 7: Chapter members plan a tentative calendar of activities.

Step 8: Chapter members prepare a budget. You will need to plan ahead to determine how much money your chapter will need for programing and how you will go about earning that money. 

Step 9: Begin preparing for competitive events. Reach out to your area coordinator for details such as the date, location, and cost of the area conference, if you are attending.

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