Construction equipment and fallen trees and other debris after a natural disaster

Texas A&M experts explain that building resilient communities takes sustained collaboration, reflecting the university’s commitment to serving others and being a force for good.

Flooded Houston underpass

DRIP brings high-tech flood preparedness tools and expert assistance to often overlooked rural Texas locales.

An American flag flies over rubble from a natural disaster

With data prediction models, researchers can help communities lessen the impact of future disasters on residents and their homes.

Two women in academic regalia over a radar view of a hurricane
Health & Environment

United By Disaster

March 19, 2025 • 8 min. read

Two researchers connect 12 years after Hurricane Katrina to aid communities damaged during Hurricane Harvey, bring forward the resiliency and unity to be found amid widespread devastation. Their collective efforts carry forward the Aggie Spirit through volunteer work, resource mobilization and emotional support for those affected.

The visit felt "celebratory" in light of the campus' 13 years of collaboration with the Dutch, says Professor Sam Brody.