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Guide to B-CS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11 Corps of Cadets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 The Association of Former Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Academic Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Rec Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Bonfire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Aggie Football Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Aggie Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Academic Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Easterwood Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Memorial Student Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Aggie Men’s Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Howdy!

Welcome to the special place that we call home— Aggieland.

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exas A&M is a great university, with a strong commitment to academic excellence, leadership development and service to others. Our professors are some of the best teachers and researchers in the world; our facilities and academic programs are highly regarded; and our campus, while one of the nation’s largest, is known for its friendly people.

In addition, the Brazos Valley is a great place to live. Our high quality of life attracts people from all over the world. College Station and Bryan combined have nearly 100 parks and recreational areas, a variety of restaurants offering everything from chicken fried steak to sushi, and cultural offerings that include many different musical performances, plays, art galleries and museums.

I wish you the best during your time here and encourage you to make the most of this special place called Aggieland.

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Blinn College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Rights & Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Aggie Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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Aggie Ring Symbolism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Study Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Campus Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Indulging Your Spiritual Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Aggie Jargon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Code Maroon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Aggie Yells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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Guide to B-CS What you need to know to become a local So you’re going to be new in town, and you’ll need to find your way around. While there’s far more to see and do in Aggieland than can fit in this publication, here are basic locations that will help you get started.

MAPS First, it might not be a bad idea to pick up a map of the area. You can either do this online, or visit the BryanCollege Station Convention and Visitors Bureau. Not only can you get an area map there, but the staff will gladly point you in the direction of any number of fun and interesting places and events.

The bureau’s website is www. visitaggieland.com, or stop by in person at 715 E. University Drive in College Station.

GETTING SQUARED AWAY Since you’re going to be moving to a new town

or maybe even a new state, you might want to look into updating your driver’s license or vehicle registration. The driver’s license office in Bryan is located at 2571 North Earl Rudder. The phone number is 979-776-3110.

Applicants must complete required forms and pay the required fees.

For tags and registration, go to the Department of Motor Vehicles at 300 E. William J. Bryan Parkway in Downtown Bryan. To purchase license tags you will need to have your vehicle inspected. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

TIME FOR SOME FUN Downtown Bryan and College Station’s Northgate district are the major hotspots for food, fun, live music and even a

little theater if you’re up for catching a play. Both locations are packed with things to do to keep you busy day or night.

There is plenty to do all over the area. Do a little shopping at the Post Oak Mall in College Station or take in a Brazos Valley Bombers baseball game in Bryan.

ENTERTAINING THE FAMILY You’ll need somewhere to go when the parents visit, provided they aren’t into the nightclub scene. Luckily, the Brazos Valley is full of great places to go without having to drive very far. Visit Messina Hof Winery in Bryan, the Blue Bell Creamery in Brenham, Washington-onthe-Brazos near Navasota or take them to the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum if you feel like sticking

around campus.

Another great place to visit with the family is the Wolf Pen Creek District in College Station. The park at Wolf Pen Creek offers a variety of outdoor recreational experiences such as walking, picnicking and playgrounds. The amphitheater at the park is a main entertainment center, hosting outdoor concerts, plays and festivals. The Arts Council of the Brazos Valley

is also near the park in case you want to show off how cultured you’ve become for your parents.

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE There are plenty of adventures to be had in your time in Aggieland. Check with the Bryan-College Station Convention and Visitors Bureau, campus organizations or your fellow Aggies to see what all the area has to offer.

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A Legacy

A History of Texas A&M University

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Texas A&M University, the state’s oldest public institution of higher education, opened in 1876.

The university owes its origin to the Morrill Act approved by Congress on July 2, 1862. This act provided for donation of public land to the states.

The land was to be sold at auction and the proceeds set aside in a perpetual fund. The act directed that interest from this fund “be used to support a technological college whose objective must be, without excluding other scientific and classical studies and including military tactics, to teach branches of learning pertaining to agriculture and mechanical arts in order to promote the liberal and practical education of the industrial classes in the various pursuits and

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By resolution of the Legislature of the State of Texas in November 1866, Texas agreed to provide for a college under the terms of the Morrill Act, but no such institution was organized until the establishment of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas by Act of April 17, 1871. The same act appropriated $75,000 for the erection of buildings and bound the state to defray all expenses of the college exceeding the annual interest from the endowment. Proceeds from the sale of the 180,000 acres of land scrip received under the Land Grant College Act were invested in $174,000 of gold frontier defense bonds, forming a perpetual endowment for the institution. A commission created to locate the institution accepted the offer of 2,416 acres of land from the

citizens of Brazos County in 1871, and instruction began in 1876.

Corps of Cadets As the state grew, so did its land grant institution. Texas A&M now has a physical plant valued at more than $1 billion. The main campus at College Station includes 5,200 acres and is one of the largest campuses of any major institution of higher education in the nation. Texas A&M was established as a military institution, and the Corps of Cadets has played an important part in its history and development. Although membership in the Corps of Cadets became voluntary in 1965, Texas A&M historically has produced more military officers than any other institution in the nation except for the service academies. The University is one of only three institutions with a full-time corps of cadets including ROTC programs leading to commissions in all branches of service - Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.

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to space research. Texas A&M is one of a select few institutions nationwide to hold the triple Land-Grant, SeaGrant, and Space-Grant designations.

In spring 2012, the university’s enrollment totaled a record 46,717 students as of the 12th class day.

That’s an increase of 295 over the certified figure (based on the 20th class day total) for the spring 2011 semester, according to the university.

Spring semester enrollment is traditionally less than that for the fall semester because of the large number of students who graduate in December, according to university officials. Texas A&M’s 2011 fall enrollment was a record 49,861.

Every state in the nation and more than 115 foreign countries are represented in the coeducational student body.

Texas A&M also conducts research in more than 40 countries. It is one of the leading research universities in the nation in regards to exchange

and study abroad programs. Texas A&M has especially strong research collaborations with a number of universities in China.

Aggies Around the World Texas A&M has three international facilities in Mexico, Italy and Costa Rica, as well as an official branch campus in Qatar that specializes in engineering.

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Agriculture and Life Sciences, Architecture, Bush School of Government & Public Service, Mays Business School, Education and Human Development, Dwight Look College of Engineering, Geosciences, Liberal Arts, Science, Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and General Academic Programs. In addition, its extensive research efforts in all fields total approximately $400 million. In keeping with the diversified and expanded character of the institution, the 58th Legislature of Texas, on August 23, 1963, changed the name of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas to Texas A&M University. On September 17, 1971, the designation Sea Grant College was assigned to Texas A&M University in recognition of its achievements in oceanographic and marine resources development.

Texas A&M was one of the first four institutions nationwide to achieve this distinction. Texas A&M added a third special designation to its credentials on August 31, 1989, when it was named a Space Grant College based on its continuing commitment

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Corps of Cadets

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At the heart of the Aggie Spirit • Includes the nation’s largest uniformed student body, other than at the service academies.

• Over 2,000 men and women among its ranks—all participating on a voluntary basis.

• Commissions more officers than any other institution, except for the service academies.

• A four-year leadership development program based on a military framework of organization; however, membership in the Corps carries no military obligation.

• ROTC programs leads commissions in all four branches of the military: Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps.

• Includes the Leadership Excellence Program, a unique endeavor through which cadets can earn an “Academic Certificate in Leadership Studies”.

• More than 250 former cadets have achieved the rank of general or admiral.

• The Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band, part of the Corps, is the nation’s largest military-style marching band.

• The band boasts approximately 375 members.

• The Ross Volunteers, the Corps’ ceremonial honor unit is the oldest student organization in the state.

• The Fish Drill Team, the Corps’ all-freshman precision drill unit, regularly competes against the best upperclassman teams from other top schools—and usually wins.

As Old as the University Itself The first forty students who arrived for classes when Texas A&M opened in 1876 also became the first Corps of Cadets, and the Corps has been training leaders for service to the state and nation ever since.

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While Texas A&M is no longer an all-male military college, its Corps of Cadets remains one of the largest uniformed bodies of students in the nation outside the U.S. service academies.

Traditions

Cadets in the Corps are at the heart of the Aggie Spirit. Because Texas A&M was a military college for most of its first 100 years, many of its most cherished traditions grew out of the Corps experience.

The University’s Bonfire, yell practice, Aggie Muster and Silver Taps traditions all originated with the Corps. Thus cadets consider themselves ‘Keepers of the Spirit’ and ‘Guardians of Tradition.’

Cadet Life

The Corps of Cadets teaches leadership within the framework of a military organization. The Corps has its own distinctive uniform, dedicated residence halls and dining facility.

All cadets are assured of availability of on-campus housing, an added benefit of Corps membership.

Students who join the Corps enjoy a ‘best of both worlds’ atmosphere, living in a military academy environment while attending classes with the rest of their fellow students at a contemporary major university.

Cadet commissioned and noncommissioned officers direct the daily Corps routine, under supervision of the Commandant of Cadets and his staff. The Corps lives together in cadet units, holds daily formations, marches to meals, conducts marching drills and physical training, and participates in other military-style activities.

Academics

Despite this regimen, academic excellence is the top priority of the Corps of Cadets. All units conduct mandatory daily study periods, receive volunteer academic

assistance, run cadet-led scholastic programs, and have access to Corps study and computer facilities. To further aid cadets in their academic regimen, the state-of-the-art Buzbee Leadership Learning Center will open in fall 2012. The center is located in the Corps area and provides study areas, computer facilities and tutoring classrooms.

Activities and Organizations

In addition to regular campus activities, the Corps offers students the opportunity to participate in numerous Corps-related extracurricular activities. Corps units actively participate in the University’s intramural sports program.

Individual cadets are also encouraged to take part in mainstream campus activities.

Just a Few of the Many Activities and Organizations The Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band, the world’s largest precision military marching band, provides music for University and Corps functions and presents spectacular halftime

performances at football games.

The Ross Volunteer Company, the oldest student organization in the state, is an honor company composed of junior and senior cadets. The unit is the official honor guard for the Governor of Texas and marches in major parades.

Parsons Mounted Cavalry, formed in 1973, is a revival of the mounted cavalry once present at Texas A&M. This is a parade and show unit composed of sophomore, junior and senior cadets who represent the University at events across Texas.

Additionally, Reveille, the official mascot of Texas A&M is cared for by the Corps of Cadets. Members of the Corps also represent Texas A&M University at numerous public events; they provide a visible presence at many campus, state and national ceremonies. Corps units and activities are open to all qualified applicants.

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The Association of Former Students Bringing the Aggie Network Together in 1879, and throughout its 133-year history of service and support, it has existed to strengthen The Association of Former Students, promote the interests and welfare of Texas A&M University, perpetuate ties of affection and esteem formed in university or college days, and serve the student body. In the 2012-2013 academic year alone, The Association will provide a total impact of $7.3 million to Texas A&M University!

Your first experience with The Association will likely be during your New Student Conference, where you will be invited to experience the historical and interactive exhibits in Photo by Patrick Danielczyk the Clayton

Throughout your Aggie experience -- from your new student conference to ordering your Aggie ring, to commencement, to Muster and even your 50-year class reunion -- one organization, The Association of Former Students, will be with you each step of the journey!

The Association of Former Students traces its origins to the Ex-Cadets Association that was formed

W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center, which detail the organization’s history and impact on Texas A&M. It will be on these same grounds that you and your classmates will try on a Class of 2016 Aggie ring and gather for your first yell practice surrounding the 12-foot bronze Aggie ring on the Haynes Ring Plaza during Gig’em Week GatheRing.

As you become involved in student life, The Association will be there as well, providing staff support and funding for scholarships, traditions and student activities. Toward the end of your time as a student, you will visit The Association to order your very own Aggie ring and celebrate that achievement on Ring Day! As graduation approaches, you and your family will be invited to attend The Next Tradition (TNT) to learn how you can remain active with the Aggie Network and become involved

in supporting the organization that enriched your collegiate experience.

When you graduate, you may leave College Station, but you will always have a home in Aggieland – the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center!

When you return for football games, you can enjoy food and fellowship and watch the game on the Alumni Center’s Huddleston Video Wall in a family-friendly environment.

As you gather for class reunions, you can reminisce and share the story of Texas A&M with your family through exhibits housed on the Neely Mezzanine. You can find information on local A&M Clubs, Aggie Muster gatherings in your area and the annual Coach’s Nights events through AggieNetwork. com. And who knows, you might even become one of the select few honored each year by The Association and

Texas A&M as a Distinguished Alumnus! Most importantly, as a former student, you can assure that future generations of Aggies enjoy an inspiring and enriching collegiate experience by faithfully giving back through The Association’s Annual Fund, just as those who preceded you have done for 133 years.

The Association of Former Students proudly promotes Texas A&M and our core values of excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect and selfless service. It is an organization dedicated to connecting Aggies to one another and to their alma mater. To learn more about The Association, its history and how you can be involved as a student and a former student, please visit www.

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Welcome to Academic plaza

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A few Texas A&M Traditions Howdy, freshmen! You will quickly discover that Texas A&M is home to many cherished and valued traditions. These traditions make our university unlike any other and they will definitely add to your experiences during your time here as a student.

You have plenty to learn when it comes to Aggie tradition, so why not get started now? Pull out that campus map and head to Academic Plaza. This plaza is a favorite student spot on campus that also happens to be filled with tradition. It is home to the Academic Building and the statue of former university president, Lawrence Sullivan Ross. It is also where you can find the huge Century Tree, an oak tree more than 100 years old. But most importantly, it is where one of Texas A&M’s most sacred traditions takes place.

In this beautiful setting, you can throw a blanket on the grass and read, take a nap under the trees, or toss a frisbee around with friends.

But, Academic Plaza is also where you can partake in some great campus traditions. Place a penny on ‘Sully’ (the Lawrence Sullivan Ross statue) for good luck before a big exam. During midterms and finals you will find more than pennies on the statue. Students get creative and place not only coins, but also cash, fast food, and even baked goods on ‘Sully’ for some extra luck on exams.

To the left of this lucky statue, you will find the famous Century Tree.

This is one of the oldest and most picturesque oaks on campus. Legend has it that if you walk underneath the Century Tree with your sweetheart, the two of you will be together forever. This makes the Century Tree the place of choice for many wedding proposals and photos. But, beware!

Walking underneath this tree alone is supposedly bad luck and you run the risk of being alone forever. By day, Academic Plaza is fun, lively, and full of activity. But, once a month it becomes a silent and solemn site of remembrance.

The greatest tradition associated with Academic Plaza is Silver Taps.

Silver Taps is a ceremony that is held on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:30 p.m. in honor of current undergraduate or graduate students who have died in the previous month.

On that day, flags on campus are flown at half-mast. Tables are set up around campus that allow students to write letters to the families of the fallen students. Cards are placed on the base of the flagpole in Academic Plaza that include a fallen student’s name, class year, major, and birth date. At 10:15 that night, the lights on campus are extinguished and hymns begin to play from Albritton Bell Tower. Then at 10:30, the Ross Volunteer Firing Squad marches into Academic Plaza and lines up in front of the statue of Sul Ross. They fire a 21- gun salute in honor of the fallen students, which is followed by the playing of Silver Taps. Buglers atop the Academic Building play this special rendition of Taps three times.

It is played once to the North, once to the South, and once to the West, but never to the East because the sun will not rise on the fallen Aggies again.

When the ceremony concludes, all that is heard is the shuffling of feet as students leave the plaza. This tradition shows how deeply Aggies care for members of their family. It is a beautiful display of what it means to be a part of the Aggie Family.

There are so many wonderful traditions on this campus. Whether

it is something as silly as determining the fate of a relationship or something as serious as paying final tributes to a fellow student, these traditions make up the fabric of this great university. These traditions unite the student body and create a true sense of family amongst all Aggies. So, take part in these traditions. Avoid the

Century Tree at all costs while alone.

Place a bag full of pennies on ‘Sully’ before your first college exam. Most importantly, attend every Silver Taps ceremony and encourage others to attend as well. Welcome to Texas A&M, Class of 2016! Welcome to the Aggie family!

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recreation, Rec Sports offers numerous programs and services to help students and other Rec members live an active, healthy lifestyle. Some of the offerings included are: ★ Intramural sports; ★ Sport clubs; ★ Group RecXercise; ★ Specialty classes; ★ Endurance programs; ★ Aquatics; ★ CPR classes; ★ Outdoor adventures; ★ Indoor climbing; ★ Strength & conditioning; ★ Massage therapy; and ★ Equipment rental.

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The Department of Recreational Sports provides the students of Texas A&M University with a myriad of opportunities for fitness, fun and recreation.

Drop-in recreation at the 400,000-square-foot Student Recreation Center (“The Rec”) costs nothing each time you visit because the fee is automatically included in your fee statement. Just show your student identification card for access to the weight and fitness room, indoor courts, third-floor track, natatorium, outdoor center, climbing and bouldering walls, backyard area, tennis courts and more.

Free play is also available at the department’s newlyrenovated outdoor field facility, the Penberthy Rec Sports Complex.

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Bonfire

There’s a Spirit that can ne’er be told...

Bonfire began in 1909 as the casual custom of gathering junk and scrap wood for a bonfire, symbolizing the undying love all Aggies hold in their hearts for Texas A&M, and eventually evolved into an exciting and eagerly anticipated tradition at Texas A&M. For nearly a century, Bonfire was lit just prior to the annual football game with the University of Texas (referred to as ‘t.u.’ by Aggies), representing the burning desire Aggies have to ‘beat the hell out of t.u.!’ Aggie Bonfire has been a testament to Aggie spirit and what Aggie leadership, teamwork and motivation can accomplish. Since the tragic fall of the stack on November 18, 1999, Aggie Bonfire is now remembered in a memorial on campus dedicated to those who were lost and injured that day and throughout Bonfire’s history.

The Bonfire Memorial marks one of the greatest tragedies that befell Texas A&M University - the collapse of Bonfire that took the lives of 12 students and injured 27 students.

For each student who lost his or her life in the collapse of Bonfire, a ‘gateway’ was constructed, facing each one’s hometown. A marker where the center-pole was placed is inscribed with the date and time the Bonfire fell and compass directions to orient visitors to the hometowns. The 12 gateways

form a 170-foot diameter, the same perimeter of Bonfire.

The Bonfire Memorial begins with the Traditions Plaza. ‘The Spirit of Aggieland’ song and the poem ‘The Last Corps Trip’ are inscribed on walls. Traditionally the song and poem were sung and read before the lighting of Bonfire.

Visitors then follow The History Walk. The 90 years of Bonfire tradition are remembered as each year has a granite stone for when Bonfire was lit. There is a gap in the timeline for the 1963 assassination of United States President John F. Kennedy. Bonfire was constructed, but did not burn to mourn the president’s death. Three previous Bonfirerelated deaths are represented by an amber light embedded in each year’s stone.

Stepping inside one of the gateways, visitors symbolically fill the void left by the fallen Aggies. The families of each victim contributed to the bronze memorials to ensure an accurate reflection on the life and spirit of each individual.

Miranda Adams, Christopher Breen, Michael Ebanks, Jeremy Frampton, Jamie Hand, Christopher Heard, Timothy Kerlee, Jr., Lucas Kimmel, Bryan McClain, Chad Powell,

Jerry Self and Scott West understood the meaning of Bonfire and the power of the Aggie Spirit. The Bonfire Memorial seeks to share that understanding with respect, remembrance and spirit.

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2012 Aggie Football Schedule DAY

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Aug 30

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Louisiana Tech

Joe Alliet Stadium

Shreveport, La.

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College Station, Tx.

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College Station, Tx.

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Aggie Football 2012 Texas A&M football players face first season in SEC

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much is expected during his senior campaign. He will be the workhorse.

And backing him up will be highlytouted freshman, Trey Williams, who electrified the state with his game-breaking runs at Dekaney High School.

Ryan Swope elected to return at wide receiver, giving the team a go-to player in the slot. Expect to see Swope with more than 100 receptions during the season as Kingsbury will find a way to get the ball in his hands.

And up front, the Aggies return an offensive line that will rival the best in the conference. Patrick Lewis has turned himself into an NFL-caliber center. And Luke Joeckel and Jake Matthews, both juniors, are tackles that could go in the first round of the NFL Draft following the season.

On the defensive side of the ball is where uncertainty reins. New coordinator Mark Snyder brings his attacking scheme from South Florida.

Returners such as Sean Porter, Jonathan Stewart and Steven Jenkins will be counted on to supply pressure

from the second level. A breakout season is expected of Damontre Moore, who has all the physical tools to command double teams at the defensive end position.

However, the team must replace Terrence Frederick, Trent Hunter and Coryell Judie in the secondary, meaning JUCO recruit Otis Jacobs and freshman DeVante Harris will be counted on to come in and make a difference.

Little is expected from A&M. Reasonable expectations for the group in their first season in the SEC centers in the six or seven win area. The team should have no problem getting four wins out of the nonconference portion of the schedule. A&M’s most likely conference wins are at Ole Miss, at Mississippi State and against Missouri at Kyle Field. But that’s the thing in the SEC — there are no gimmes. A fact that A&M fans are well aware of after a shocking 2011 meltdown.

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There was a brief moment of doubt. A fumble here, a missed third down there. A 17-point lead became 10. Then, it became three. Then, after a scintillating first half of football where Texas A&M looked the part of a top-10 team destined for more, the Aggies found themselves trailing.

Kyle Field was stunned and silent.

Oklahoma State prevailed that September day in a battle for early conference supremacy by the scant margin of 30-29. Unfortunately for A&M fans, the heartbreak was simply a harbinger of things to come.

With a senior-laden roster and the highest expectations in over a decade, A&M fell flat. The team blew five second-half leads in one of the most disappointing seasons in program history.

The team saved its biggest disappointment for the season finale.

At 6-5, the conference championship dreams were long down the drain.

However, the Aggies hosted Texas in the finale of their historic rivalry — at least for now. Kyle Field was packed, and the Aggies scored on their first drive. All things looked swell. But quarterback Ryan Tannehill faltered, throwing a huge interception for a touchdown. Still, he led a touchdown drive with less than two minutes left as the Aggies regained the lead.

But of course, with pandemonium overtaking Kyle Field, UT squashed any and all momentum. A long run from Case McCoy here, a personal foul penalty there. And Justin Tucker drilled a 40-yard field goal that the maroon masses just knew was going in. In the finale of the Lone Star Showdown, UT celebrated on Kyle Field.

It was just that kind of season.

The following week, the fouryear tenure of Mike Sherman came to an abrupt end as he was unceremoniously fired. A week later, a nationwide coaching search led the team down 290, where it found Kevin Sumlin, who had turned Houston into a mid-major juggernaut. Sumlin, a former A&M assistant, was the face of the program and athletic department’s major transition.

A new conference, a new coach, a new athletic director and a new era at A&M. The Aggies go into their inaugural season in the Southeastern Conference filled with excitement but also with a feeling of the unknown.

The SEC West is the toughest division in the country. On the Aggies’ schedule are the last four national championship winners. Suffice it to say, things get more exciting. But things get way more difficult.

A&M’s offense is expected to light up the scoreboard under new offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.

Despite having a first-time starting quarterback under center, the Aggies have playmakers galore in the backfield and out wide.

Jameill Showers is undoubtedly the favorite to be the starter come Aug. 30 against Louisiana Tech. He’s a strong-armed player with the athletic ability to keep plays alive in the pocket. However, he will struggle with turnovers, facing off against some of the best defenses in the country.

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2012-2013 Academic Calendar

Fall 2012 August 15 Graduation application opens for all students planning to graduate in December 2012.

August 24 5 p.m. - Last day to register for fall semester classes. Refer to http://finance.tamu.edu/sbs for tuition and fee due dates.

August 26 Freshman Convocation.

August 27 First day of fall classes.

August 31 5 p.m. - Last day for adding/dropping courses for the fall semester.

September 6 Academic Convocation.

September 28 Last day to apply for all degrees to be awarded in December without a late fee.

October 15 Mid-semester grades due by noon.

November 2 • Last day for all students to drop courses with no penalty (Q-drop).

• Last day to officially withdraw from the university.

November 15 – December 4 Preregistration for 2013 spring semester.

November 18 Bonfire 1999 Remembrance Day. November 22-23 Thanksgiving holiday.

Spring 2013

December 3 • Redefined day, students attend their Friday classes.

• Prep day, classes meet. No regular course exams (except for laboratory and one-hour classes) shall be given on these days.

December 4 • Last day of fall semester classes.

• Last day to apply for all degrees to be awarded in December.

• Redefined day, students attend their Thursday classes.

• Prep day, classes meet. No regular course exams (except for laboratory and one-hour classes) shall be given on these days.

December 5-6 Reading days, no classes.

December 7, 10-12 Fall semester final examinations for all students.

December 13 6 p.m. - Grades for degree candidates due.

December 14 5 p.m. - Last day for December undergraduate degree candidates to apply for Tuition Rebate.

December 14-15 Commencement and commissioning.

December 17 Noon - Final grades for all students due.

December 24-January 1 Faculty and staff holiday.

January 2 Graduation application opens for all students planning to graduate in May 2013.

January 11 5 p.m. - Last day to register for spring semester classes. Refer to http://finance.tamu. edu/sbs for tuition and fee due dates.

January 14 First day of spring semester classes.

January 18 5 p.m. - Last day for adding/dropping courses for the spring semester.

January 21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Faculty and staff holiday.

February 15 Last day to apply for all degrees to be awarded in May without a late fee.

March 4 Noon. - Mid-semester grades due.

March 11-15 Spring Break.

March 15 Faculty and staff holiday.

March 29 Reading day, no classes.

April 2 5 p.m.: • Last day for all students to drop courses with no penalty (Q-drop).

• Last day to officially withdraw from the university.

April 11-26 Preregistration for the 2013 summer and fall semesters.

April 21 Muster. Campus ceremony.

April 29 Prep day, classes meet. No regular course exams (except for laboratory and one-hour classes) shall be given on these days.

April 30 • Last day of spring semester classes.

• Last day to apply for all degrees to be awarded in May. • Redefined day, students attend their Friday classes.

• Prep day, classes meet. No regular course exams (except for laboratory and one-hour classes) shall be given on these days.

May 1-2 Reading days, no classes.

May 3, 6-8 Spring semester final examinations for all students.

May 9 6 p.m. - Grades for degree candidates due.

May 10 5 p.m. - Last day for May undergraduate degree candidates to apply for Tuition Rebate.

May 10-11 Commencement and commissioning.

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Many new Aggies are surprised to find out College Station has its own airport. Easterwood Airport is owned and operated by Texas A&M University and serves both the school’s and community’s travel needs. Collegiate athletic teams routinely fly in and out of Easterwood Airport; Life Flights and Military Medivac flights coordinate operations through the airport; and Easterwood Airport served as the base for President George H. W. Bush’s 75th and 80th birthday skydiving trips.

In 1938, the Texas A&M Board of Directors authorized the development of an airport at the existing site.

The university applied to the Civil Aeronautics Authority (CAA) for certification as a primary flight training school under provisions of the Civilian Pilot Training Program. In 1940, the airport was formally named for Navy Lt. Jesse L. Easterwood.

Easterwood was a former student of the college, who enlisted in the Naval Air Service in 1917. After

being commissioned as ensign, he was later promoted to lieutenant in the Naval Air Service and was the second American to qualify as a naval aviation pilot. He served with the Royal Flying Corps in 1918 and had to his credit 16 successful raids behind German lines. He served in three foreign countries and was killed in an airplane accident in the Canal Zone on May 19, 1919. He was awarded the Navy Cross posthumously “for distinguished and heroic service as an aviator.”

The original facility in 1940 consisted of one hangar and a turf landing strip and taxiway, which were eventually paved through funding provided by the CAA, the Works Projects Administration (WPA) and Texas A&M. In 1948 a large hangar was relocated to the airfield from a U.S. Army flying field near Corsicana.

The FAA established a Flight Service Station (FSS) at the airport in 1951, and Pioneer Airlines began scheduled air service that same year. Many changes have occurred over the years, including moving the Flight

Service Station to Montgomery County. Continental Connection and American Eagle also now provide scheduled air service.

The first control tower was erected at the Airport in 1952, and a commercial passenger terminal was constructed in 1957. Work began on an extension of Runway 16-34 to its present 7,001-foot length in 1984. At the same time, the associated parallel taxiway to Runway 16-34 was also extended. In 1988, work began on improvements to the airport access road, and initial construction of a new passenger terminal began. The new McKenzie Terminal became

operational in 1990. Upon completion of the McKenzie Terminal, plans were made to convert the old passenger terminal into a general aviation terminal to meet the needs of these passengers and pilots, including corporate operators that use the airport. The old passenger facility was remodeled to meet the needs of this segment of the aviation community and re-opened for service in 1994 as a modern general aviation facility, housing line service and support personnel as well as flight operations.

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Memorial Student Center MSC renovation and expansion

As the heart of the Texas A&M University campus, the Memorial Student Center’s reopening in April after being closed for renovations will be celebrated with grand opening events in September.

The Memorial Student Center (MSC) was closed on Aug. 14, 2009, to update the safety of the building and to meet the increasing demand for additional space needed by student organizations. It reopened on April 12, with a new design featuring lots of natural lighting and Texas limestone to maintain the original integrity.

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History

After the World Wars, the alumni wanted to build a memorial to honor all the Aggies that had lost their lives during the World Wars. At the same time, the students wanted to build a student center. The alumni and the students put their ideas together and the MSC was built.

It was dedicated on Muster Day (April 21) of 1951 to all Aggies that

the second floor, new lounge and new visual arts spaces, new/revamped dining and retail spaces, a redesigned Hall of Honor, a 12th Man Hall, an exterior reminiscent of the original building, inviting new entrances and an interior décor that promotes A&M’s history. High-speed data lines and wireless Internet were also added throughout the building, and the building is now fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The renovated area is 321,000 square feet, and the new area is 71,000 square feet, bringing the total to nearly 400,000 square feet.

Student lounge and activity space was increased by 150 percent.

Grand opening celebrations will consist of a grand opening concert on Sept. 1; the MSC Open House on Sept.

2, Academic Day on Sept. 3; History and Traditions Day on Sept. 4; Service Day on Sept. 5; Performing and Visual Arts Day on Sept. 6; a Grand Finale celebration on Sept. 7 and game day against Florida on Sept. 8.

After three years and $127 million, Texas A&M University in April rededicated the renovated Memorial Student Center with a ceremony that included Aggie, Texas Gov. Rick Perry.

gave their lives in wars past or future.

In front of the MSC there are 55 trees that surround O.R. Simpson Drill Field to honor the 55 Aggies that gave their lives in World War I. In addition, in the front hallway there are seven picture frames of seven Aggies who served during World War II and received the Congressional Medal of Honor.

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Texas A&M has grown considerably since the MSC first opened its doors -- when it served fewer than 7,000 students – so the MSC needed to grow, too.

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by David Harris david.harris@theeagle.com Something just seemed off from the moment Billy Kennedy took over Texas A&M basketball. First, there was the sad news that Kennedy had early stages of Parkinson’s disease.

Then the team lost Khris Middleton to an early season injury. The team began to show its deficiencies in a loss to Mississippi State at Madison Square Garden. And in what looked like an easy December game against Rice, the bottom began to fall out.

The team lost to the lowly Owls, being thoroughly outplayed from the start. Point guard Jamal Branch transferred. After a blowout to Florida, the season looked lost.

A&M lost five of its first seven conference games, essentially sealing their fate. For the first time in seven

seasons, the school would not be qualifying for the NCAA Tournament.

A program that looked to be in good shape was in a free fall.

Attendance dropped with each loss and the team looked devoid of talent.

The losing season ended with a 17-point defeat to Kansas in the Big 12 Tournament, and Kennedy and company began to look toward 2012, where they’ve loaded up with recruits.

Middleton decided to forego his senior season and entered the draft, where he was picked in the second round by the Detroit Pistons. Naji Hibbert decided to leave the program.

But Kennedy and staff worked tirelessly to refill the roster. They lured in JUCO recruits Fabyon Harris and Andrew Young, who will undoubtedly play an important role

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going into the SEC. Harris is a stud point guard, who is able to slash and get to the rim. He can score and will be a big playmaker if this team is to return to the big dance. Young is an athletic big, who can also put up points in bunches.

Elston Turner returns and will be allowed to return to his role as a complimentary scorer rather than his role as the go-to guy during last season. Kourtney Roberson, who battled injuries throughout the 2011 campaign, is healthy and will, most likely, reclaim his starting spot. Ray Turner improved dramatically during his junior season and is expected to make another leap this year.

Freshmen Alex Caruso and J’Mychal Reese, both hometown products, will be expected to produce from the start. Look for Reese to start out of the gates and for Caruso

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He proved to be correct. Well, the defense part and losing all-everything Danielle Adams and seasoned point guard Sydney Colson.

Still A&M did its best during the 2011-2012 season. Though the team struggled in an early season swoon against some of the country’s best teams, they rebounded to put together a solid season and keep their name in the discussion of the country’s best.

Sydney Carter took over the leadership void and performed admirably. Despite not having her shooting stroke for a good portion of the season, Carter’s relentlessness on the defensive side of the ball set the tone for the entire team.

The team rounded into its form late in the season, and nearly upset No. 1 Baylor’s perfect season —

falling by seven at Reed Arena.

Again, the two teams met in the Big 12 Championship, but the play of Odyssey Sims and Britney Griner was too much, and the Bears were victorious.

A&M hosted the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament.

The week of the tournament, assistant coach Vic Schaefer was awarded the Mississippi State head coaching job — a well-deserved honor for a guy who was irreplaceable and key to the team’s national championship run.

After blowing out Albany, the team slipped by Arkansas in a dramatic second round victory. Schaefer was so overcome with emotion, he began to tear up during his final game at Reed Arena.

Though the Aggies fell the following weekend in a heartbreaking Sweet 16 defeat to Maryland, they began to set a foundation for the future.

Sophomore guard Alexia Standish

came into her own as the season progressed, flashing a signature shooting stroke that made opposing teams wary of her on the perimeter.

Despite the losses of Tyra White and Carter, the team returns its size in the middle with Kelsey Bone and Karla Gilbert.

Both Bone and Gilbert will have to step up in a big way, on the scoring end, if A&M is to compete in its first year in the SEC. Blair signed an incredible class that will be counted on to make an impression early. Courtney Williams, Jordan Jones and Peyton Little, among others, all will see substantial playing time from the get-go.

Very little is expected from Blair’s bunch as the team should begin the season in the top 20. The team is attempting to do what it did three years ago — build a foundation for an eventual championship.

The SEC’s rough waters won’t make than any easier. The league is deep and filled with talent. But

the SEC doesn’t have a Baylor-like juggernaut, so expect the Aggies to compete for the conference crown.

The defending aspect is done and over with. Blair and his staff are able to do what they like best — fly under the radar.

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Blinn TEAM

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Whether you are a student looking to transfer to Texas A&M or an Aggie student looking to pick up extra credits, the strong partnership between Texas A&M and Blinn College has something for just about anyone.

Texas A&M University and Blinn College began in 2001 offering a guaranteed transfer program that has become a national model for cooperative efforts between junior and senior institutions.

The program targets freshmen on the Texas A&M wait list. Invitations to join the Blinn TEAM are extended by Texas A&M. These students are required to take a minimum of 12 combined hours each long semester with 1-2 classes being taken at Texas A&M and the remainder at Blinn College.

After two years with a total of 60 hours (15 at Texas A&M, 45 at Blinn), students who maintain a minimum 3.0 GPR at both schools transition to A&M as fully admitted students. Some Texas A&M colleges may have additional program specific requirements.

Blinn TEAM students reap the benefits of both campuses, including access to Texas A&M’s oncampus housing, library sources, recreation center, health center, food services and student tickets to Aggie sporting and performing arts events. At

Blinn, they experience lower tuition and smaller class sizes, which many students find advantageous in the transition from high school to a university.

Approximately 15 percent of the 12,000 students enrolled at Blinn College’s Bryan campus are also enrolled at Texas A&M. More than 1,000 are Blinn TEAM students.

The partnership was a natural progression considering that Blinn College leads the state in the percentage of students who transfer to four-year institutions, and it transfers more students to Texas A&M than does any other community college. Blinn also boasts the highest percentage of students from among the state’s two-year colleges to go on to earn bachelor’s degrees.

Blinn College students who meet specific course and grade requirements are automatically admitted to Texas A&M University under the Transfer Articulation Program (TAP)effective in spring 2007. The agreement uses as its model previous articulation agreements between Blinn and Texas A&M, including the Blinn TEAM program.

Students should meet with a prospective student advisor at Texas A&M to sign the TAP agreement.

TAP streamlines application and admission for transfer students from Blinn going into Texas

A&M’s colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Geosciences and Science, as well as programs at the Galveston branch campus. (check the online list – other colleges may have since been added: http:// admissions.tamu.edu/TAP/) Under the agreement, a student must complete 24 credit hours at Blinn (not including college credits earned in high school) and have a minimum 3.0 GPA among the classes in a specified degree plan. Texas A&M will also, with the student’s permission, report back to Blinn any courses that may assist in the completion of the student’s associate degree.

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The Aggie Band performs the Four Way Cross during the last home game each year. The maneuver was first checked by a computer in the 1970s and declared impossible because two people would be in the same place at the same time. As you know, the band has proven differently.

At Yell Practice and other similar events, the Junior Yell Leaders will pace back and forth.

Although this just seems like all the other crazy traditions, there is a story behind it. It started with an old yell leader named Peanut Owens, who had very large feet. At this time, Yell Practice was held at the YMCA building, which has extremely narrow steps, so poor Peanut could not fit his feet on the steps. So, he began to walk back and forth in order to keep his balance, and then the other boys began to join in.

There have always been many questions about the War Hymn. Where did Hullabaloo come from?

Which verse are we meant to sing? Well, the War Hymn was written by JV “Pinky” Wilson, class of 1920, while he was stationed in the trenches of France during WWI. The verse that we currently sing is the original song; however, Mr. Wilson went back in 1938 and wrote what he considered to be a more appropriate verse that can apply to all opponents. As for the much disputed phrase “Hullabaloo Caneck Caneck,” Mr. Wilson borrowed

this phrase from an Old Army yell written back in 1907. However, when Dr. Jack K Williams, the president of Texas A&M University, went before the Texas Legislature for some other issues, he was asked what “Hullabaloo Caneck Caneck” meant.

He responded, “It is Chickasaw Indian for ‘Beat the Hell out of the University of Texas.’”

If you think the dorms are bad now, imagine being here back in Old Army days! Two times during our school’s history students were forced to sleep out in “tent city,” or rows of tents located where Simpson Drill Field stands today. In 1907 The Eagle reported “there are 72 out of the 350 students living in tents over at A&M College. That’s grit as well as gumption!” Also, after WWI from 1920-1923, the college grew so quickly it couldn’t get the money to build dorms fast enough and at least 300 students were forced to live in tents. They responded by saying that it was actually much cooler than the barracks.

Everyone has heard the story about Bevo getting his name, but what really happened? Well, according to the most popularly accepted story, t.u. had been looking for a mascot and finally found a steer with a burnt orange hide, so they decided to reveal it at half time of the 1916 AMC vs. t.u. football game. At the time, it was simply referred to as the “Texas steer.” After announcing publicly

that they were going to brand its side “21-7” (the final score of the 1916 game, which t.u. won), some Aggie pranksters snuck in and branded “13-0” on the steer’s side (the score of the 1915 game, which the Aggies won). t.u. then decided to name it Bevo after the title of a “near beer” or nonalcoholic beer that was popular in Austin at the time. The steer was not re-branded, however, because costs of feeding it were too great for the university to afford.

Instead, t.u. officials decided to slaughter it and serve it at a university banquet in 1920. Texas AMC officials were then presented with the section of hide that had the 13-0 brand. Its current location is unknown.

Getting a date to A&M football games has always been a part of football weekends, but it actually used to be a much bigger deal than it is today. Until the mid 80s, both Corps and non-reg dates would dress up for each home game and wear mums purchased from the horticulture department. In 1985, the horticulture department stopped selling mums, but Corps and Band dates continued to dress up for games. Although mums can no longer be seen at football games today, they were worn well into the nineties.

Blinn College Offering flexible options for all students Blinn College has been a trusted name in Texas higher education for the last 129 years. Founded in 1883 by the Southern German Conference of the Methodist denomination, Blinn College was originally called Mission Institute. The Brenham school was renamed Blinn Memorial College in 1889, after the Rev. Christian Blinn from New York, who had donated a large sum of money to the school.

The school opened classes in the Bryan/College Station area in 1970.

Demand for the classes was so high that a permanent campus was built.

Blinn expanded to Schulenburg in 1997 and to Sealy in 2005.

Total enrollment in 1883 was just three students. Today nearly 18,000 students study at Blinn on the four main campuses, at high schools and in the prison system. The Bryan campus serves 12,000 of these students. Blinn also partners closely with Texas A&M and Sam Houston State University to ensure students can seamlessly move from junior college to senior institutions.

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testing. Texas A&M and Sam Houston State advisors are available on the Blinn campus in Bryan weekly to

answer questions for students who plan to transfer.

Within reach Blinn College’s website – www. blinn.edu –is an interactive site designed to answer questions from prospective students (and parents) as well as serving as the primary communications tool with current students.

Blinn College has open enrollment. Students must submit high school and college transcripts and test scores. Blinn accepts the THEA, ACCUPLACER, COMPASS and ASSET or exemptions due to high scores on the SAT, ACT or TAKS. Requirements may differ for technical and workforce education.

Advising is available and is required for students who have not passed all sections of assessment

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Blinn offers flexible scheduling with a wide range of courses, evening classes, online offerings and minimesters. In addition to core curriculum courses, Blinn College provides specific coursework in engineering, natural sciences and

other highly needed fields. Two five-week summer sessions are also available.

Distance learning includes online classes taught in a virtual environment. Blended classes typically meet once a week with the remainder of the coursework completed online.

The most recent additions to Blinn’s flexible schedule are 12-day minimesters over the holiday break (December/January) and in May. Classes meet for four hours each day and present an opportunity to accelerate the college career.

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RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES What you have the rights to and some rules you need to follow The following statement of students’ rights and responsibilities is intended to reflect the philosophical base upon which University Student Rules are built. This philosophy acknowledges the existence of both rights and responsibilities, which is inherent to an individual not only as a student at Texas A&M University but also as a citizen of this country.

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Students’ Rights Article I A student shall have the right to participate in a free exchange of ideas, and there shall be no university rule or administrative rule that in any way abridges the rights of freedom of speech, expression, petition and peaceful assembly as set forth in the U.S. Constitution.

Article II Each student shall have the right to participate in all areas and activities of the university, free from any form of discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Article III A student has the right to personal privacy except as otherwise provided by law, and this will be observed by students and university authorities alike.

Article IV Each student shall be free from disciplinary action by university officials for violations of civil and criminal law off campus, except when such a violation is determined also to be a violation of the provision regarding off-campus conduct in the Student Conduct Code of the University Student Rules.

Article V Each student subject to disciplinary action arising from violations of university student rules shall be assured a fundamentally fair process. At all student conduct hearings, an accused student shall be assumed not responsible until proven responsible, and, in initial student conduct hearings, the burden of proof shall rest with those bringing the charges. In all proceedings, the student shall be guaranteed a fundamentally fair process.

Students’ Responsibilities

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Article I A student has the responsibility to respect the rights and property of others, including other students, the faculty and the administration.

Article II A student has the

responsibility to be fully acquainted with the published University Student Rules and to comply with them and the laws of the land.

Article III A student has the responsibility to recognize that student actions reflect upon the individuals involved and upon the entire university community.

Article IV A student has the responsibility to recognize the university’s obligation to provide an environment for learning.

Rules of note

Motor Vehicles

All motor vehicles must display a valid university parking permit before they may be parked on university property, with the exception of those parked in visitor pay areas and 30-minute spaces, which do not require the display of any type of permit.

Permits are obtained from Transportation Services. All motor vehicles on university property must be operated in accordance with the university rules and appropriate Texas motor vehicle laws.

Illegal parking may result in the vehicle’s being ticketed or impounded in a secure lot. Vehicles with excessive violations may be towed and impounded even if they are parked in the legal space at the time of the tow.

Students with delinquent citations may be blocked from registration, transcripts, etc. Citations not paid within 10 working days will be billed on the student’s fee statement.

If the account is not cleared, the Fiscal Department will block for nonpayment.

When, in the judgment of Transportation Services, a student’s failure to comply with appropriate parking rules becomes a breach of discipline, that office shall refer the student to the Department of Student Life. At such time, a student may have his or her permit revoked and be prohibited from parking on the campus for the remainder of the year. Additional rules entitled Motor Vehicle Rules are published and distributed by Transportation Services on an annual basis. Vehicle operators are required to comply with all published parking or traffic rules.

Bicycles All bicycles should be registered with Transportation Services.

Bicycles can be marked with an identifying number by the University Police Department to ensure proper return if recovered after theft or confiscation due to illegal parking or abandonment. All bicycles on university property must be operated in accordance with university rules and appropriate Texas motor vehicle laws.

After the close of the spring semester, all bicycles will be removed from the residence hall bicycle racks, except those racks specifically designated for storage during the break between semesters. Bicycles that appear to be abandoned in the racks or near other campus buildings or parking lots will be impounded by Transportation Services. In cases that result in the removal of the chain/ lock, the owner will absorb the cost of replacement.

are not permitted in residence halls, university food service areas, university-owned apartments or other university buildings except where authorized. Such authorization must be obtained in writing from the particular building proctor. When a classroom situation is involved, the pet owner must also obtain additional authorization from the instructor of the class.

For more information, go to http://student-rules.tamu.edu

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Aggie Athletics

Texas A&M athletic teams showed promise in 2010-2011 season

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Though it wasn’t the banner year that 2010-2011 was, the A&M athletic department continued its run of consistent success throughout the department. Though football and men’s basketball, the money makers, saw down years, the non-revenue sports continued to produce at a high level.

The baseball and softball teams both were able to put together impressive seasons and host regionals at their respective parks. However, both teams saw their seasons end prematurely. The baseball team lost to Ole Miss and TCU, not even qualifying for the championship game of the regional. The softball team, which earned a national seed and a favorable draw, fell to LSU in the regional championship.

The men’s and women’s track teams couldn’t do it again. After completing the esteemed triple-

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double, both teams couldn’t get it done at the national championships.

They did both, still, finish third in the country, capping off a four-year run of unparalleled success.

The men’s golf team surprisingly won the Big 12 Championship, capping off a dramatic final day in Trinity, Texas. Though they didn’t qualify for the match play portion of the national championships at Riviera, they do return All-American Cameron Peck, who was injured and sophomore Ty Dunlap who was stellar during his freshman season.

The women’s golf team qualified for the national championships as well, performing admirably in the East regional at State College, Pa. Katerina Ruzickova was named an All-American for the second consecutive season. Mary Michael Maggio won the individual conference crown.

On the swimming side of things, both the men’s and women’s teams qualified for the national championships. Breeja Larson and

Cammile Adams both qualified for the U.S. Olympic team after winning their respective races at the Olympic Trials. Coach Steve Bultman was also named an assistant on the prestigious Olympic squad.

The soccer team won the Big 12 championship with a dramatic gamewinning goal against Oklahoma State.

They hosted and defeated LSU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, but fell to Virginia Tech on the road in the second round.

The volleyball team was nails during the latter portion of the season and earned a top-16 seed, hosting the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament. After a first round win, they were upset by Kentucky in the second round of the big dance.

The equestrian team continued their run of success by, again, winning the national championship.

Both tennis teams also qualified for the NCAA tournament.

After the athletic year, longtime athletic director Bill Byrne resigned

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after a decade of Building Champions.

The school lured Eric Hyman away from South Carolina to lead the athletic department into the league of champions.

AP Photo Texas A&M sophomore Breeja Larson (left) reacts June 27 after winning the women’s 100-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials in Omaha, Neb.

Aggie Ring Symbolism The Aggie Ring is enriched with meaning The Aggie ring is perhaps the most recognizable and enduring symbol of the Aggie Network. The highly cherished ring is available only through The Association of Former Students, who has the distinct privilege of protecting its spirit and integrity, and can be ordered by students who are in good standing with the university and meet all eligibility requirements. Please visit www.

AggieNetwork.com/Ring to learn more about the

Aggie ring requirements.

Each of the symbols and designs engraved into the Aggie ring represents an aspect of the Texas A&M experience, from the shield that stands for the desire to protect the reputation of our school to the wreath of olive leaves representing achievement and the desire for peace.

Students wear their Aggie ring with their class

The saber signifies valor and confidence.

year facing them until commencement, where all graduates will turn their rings so that their class year now faces forward, symbolizing their status as a proud former student of Texas A&M. In turning their rings, graduates will notice the proud majestic eagle on the ring crest now stands behind their class year, just as their Texas A&M education and Aggie core values provide a strong foundation as they step forward toward a bright future.

The eagle connotes agility and power, and ability to reach great heights.

The Olive and Laurel branches encircle the star signifying achievement and a desire for peace.

The crossed flags of the United States and Texas are a reminder of dual allegiance to nation and state.

The star represents the Seal of the State of Texas.

The ribbon joining the branches symbolize the necessity of joining traits to accomplish one’s ambition to serve.

The rifle and cannon illustrate preparedness and defense.

Live oak leaves surrounding the star signify strength to fight.

The shield illustrates protection of the good reputation of the alma mater.

The thirteen stripes symbolize the thirteen original states and A&M’s intense patriotism.

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The ancient cannon, saber, and rifle symbolize Texans’ fight for their land and determination to defend their homeland.

The five stars on the shield signify the five phases of development of the Aggie student: mind, body, spiritual attainment, emotional poise, and integrity of character.

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The Study Abroad Programs Office works to provide students in all fields and at all levels a wide range of high-impact experiences abroad.

Last year, over 2,800 Aggies participated in course work, research, internships or service learning opportunities in 75 different countries.

In addition, the Study Abroad Programs Office also contributes to the development of on campus experiences that foster cultural awareness, including the Academy for Future International Leaders.

Below is the excerpt from a blog written by students participating in the Research Experience for Undergraduates directed by Dr. Chris Houser of the College of Geosciences. Participants designed and conducted research projects that focus on the rich biodiversity surrounding the Soltis Center for Education and Research in Costa Rica.

This post comes to you from the ecohydrology team. Nathan, Olivia, Gracie and I (Esther) will be focusing on the study watershed’s hydrology, which includes quantifying sap flow, throughfall, and groundwater table depth, as well as constructing a weir to get streamflow data.

Rounding out our first week at the Soltis Center, we met with several challenges. Technical issues like finding which USB port actually works on the netbook, locating gaps in huge data sets, and late delivery of materials for the weir site slowed our progress, but we successfully made headway on weir site preparation, relocated throughfall gauges, and downloaded data at the sap flow site. We’re working out the kinks and with

the arrival of three of our faculty mentors today, things are getting into full swing! We have a weir trail, a tarp fortress to keep the construction site dry, sap flow data since January, a throughfall network, and our list of accomplishments can only grow from here.

Something we really enjoy at the Soltis Center is getting to see biodiversity firsthand. We’ve seen bullet ants, toucans, hummingbirds, vipers, lizards, and heard the beating of bird wings, which we first mistook for jaguar growls. We also see armies upon armies of leaf-cutter ants. They travel long distances with leaves or flowers many times their size. Hanging up tarps at the weir site, we’d see leaf-cutter ants coming down the trunks of extremely tall trees, carrying their precious cargo home. This first week, we’ve occasionally felt like little leaf-cutter ants at the top of a tall tree. There’s a lot to do and a long way to go before we can reach our goals, but like the determined ants, we carry on with our eyes on the prize.

We’re excited to continue onward and upward in our projects and to experience more delights of Costa Rica this coming week.

Sincerely yours, The leaf cutter ants Contact the Study Abroad Programs Office to learn about all the different international opportunities available through Texas A&M University. Studyabroad.tamu.edu or call 845-0544.

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Local resources for students According to 2009 admissions data from Texas A&M University, the average incoming freshman attends college 163 miles from their parents.

Living three hours away from home, and being on your own for the first time presents a new challenge to a college family. How do you help your student solve problems when you can’t be here with them?

The answer: Your new student will need to rely on local resources.

But whom can you trust? Who will you turn to for advice when they need a good mechanic? Or have a flat tire on the way home from a latenight study group? What if they have trouble with the law, have an accident, or need a sober person to drive them home from a party?

For someone who lives in the Bryan/College Station area, these are easily solvable. Back in your hometown, and for the past 18 years, you have known these answers.

But now, you are in a new town, and you need new information. There are restaurant guides and housing

guides, but what if your student needs help when you can’t be there for them?

Here is a list of local companies that can assist your student in a time of need:

Texas A&M University Police Department 979-845-2345 - Remember to dial 911 for police, fire, or medical emergency. Code Maroon codemaroon.tamu.edu - Code Maroon is Texas A&M University’s emergency notification system that gives the University the ability to communicate health and safety emergency information quickly— by text message, email, KAMU-FM radio, campus cable television system, and emergency broadcast system radios.

Pop-a-lock (979) 775-5599 - Pop-A-Lock has grown to become the largest professional locksmithing franchise in the country.

Carpool carpool.tamu.edu - 979-693-9905 CARPOOL is a student-run non-profit organization serving the Bryan/ College Station area with free rides home every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Better Business Bureau bryan.bbb.org - (979) 260-2222 – The BBB provides a list of accredited businesses that are in good standing with the BBB, and alerts the community to common scams to avoid. The BBB also provides dispute resolution between businesses and customers.

advocate for their student.

As you consider different options in the B/CS community, discuss with your student some options for handling common problems that will occur while they are away. Contact a few of our local providers and get to know them before you need their services.

Knowing who to call when you need help will help your student have a safer college experience. For more information, visit http://www.tamu.edu/services.

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Nurturing your spiritual life After your first day on campus, you’ll be in a daze. Too many faces, too many places and too many instructions. After a week, you’ll miss home and the simplicity of life before college, at least until the first Aggie football game.

Your academic life has many avenues to help nurture it along and keep your head from spinning, like tutors and study groups. In the midst of all the action, you may forget to take a step back and indulge your spiritual side.

Many organizations around the Bryan-College Station area have programs to help nurture your spiritual life. These student programs come in various forms, and

can be found all around the area.

There are Bible- and church-related programs such as Bible study groups, worship services, retreats and choirs. There are also social/spiritual programs like a get-acquainted conference, care groups for all students and special groups (such as freshmen and transfer students) and lunch and worship services.

If you are wanting to find a religion that fits you or wish to join a church that reminds you of the one where you grew up, The Eagle has a complete listing of all churches online. The worship directory lists the pastors and gives information about each church across

the Brazos Valley. For more information, visit http:// www.theeagle.com/section/ worship.

Some programs service the students and community, such as English as a second language classes and group and individual mission projects in the Brazos Valley, as well as around the world.

Projects such as AIDS Patient Support Group, a group that visits the local youth detention center, groups that hold retreats for high school students and groups that help with national organizations, like Habitat for Humanity, are available.

All of these programs, as well as some not mentioned, are open to any Aggie.

www.theeagle.com/section/worship

Who will you meet this Year?

Come and join us at

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CENTER Catholic Campus Ministry at Texas A&M University

603 Church Avenue in the Northgate District College Station • (979) 846-5717

MASS SCHEDULE Weekend Schedule

Saturday:

12:30 PM (Korean) 5:30 PM (English) 7:15 PM (Spanish) 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM 5:30 PM, 7:15 PM

Sunday:

Daily Masses

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

St. Mary’s Parking

Catholic Center

Texas Avenue

Church Ave.

Nagle St. Texas A&M Campus

University Drive

Join us at

Christ United Methodist Church Sundays

Traditional Worship Services @ 8:15 & 11:00 a.m. the River Contemporary Worship Service @ 9:30 a.m.

Thursdays

Mon. - Fri. 5:30 PM in the Church Wed. & Thurs. 12:05 noon in the TAMU All Faiths Chapel

Visit us at: www.aggiecatholic.org

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Sunday, September 2, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Saturdays

Mission Saturday - Monthly mission projects in B/CS

CUMC College Ministries

www.christ-umc.org

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Aggie Jargon

Terminology used by students of Texas A&M University Aggie: A student or former student of Texas A&M University.

Aggie Spirit: Undefinable, yet an

awesome force that overtakes students, former students, and friends of Texas A&M University.

First Yell: Typically held the weekend of the first home football game. Hosted by the Yell Leaders, the weekend includes free food, games, live music, great BBQ, and a major performer.

Career Center, Student Activities, Student Government, numerous student organizations, and several meeting rooms.

Fish: A freshman.

hosts ski classes and practice sessions before ski trips.

Fish Camp: Freshman orientation camp Texas Aggies; (2) Texas A&M’s yearbook. held just before classes begin in the fall.

Provides an overall introduction to Texas The Association of Former Students: A&M. The alumni association - there is really no such thing as an Ex-Aggie; there are only Fish Pond: Fountain across the street Former Students. You don’t even have to from the All Faith’s Chapel. graduate to join the Association. Once an Frog: Cadet who joins the Corps after he/ Aggie, always an Aggie! she starts school.

Bad Bull: Anything that does not Gig’em: A closed fist with the thumb promote the Aggie Spirit. up is a sign of approval and of winning almost everywhere.

Batt: The Battalion, Texas A&M’s student newspaper.

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Aggieland: (1) Home of the Fightin’

MSC: Memorial Student Center.

Mug Down: Kissing one’s date during yell practices and football games.

Non-Reg: An undergraduate student who is not a member of the Corps of Cadets.

Northgate: The north entrance to campus, across the street from the Main Post Office on University Drive. Home to many restaurants and bars.

Bonfire: A past tradition that symbolizes

A&M’s desire to beat t.u. in football.

OCA: Off Campus Aggies, a student organization working for the benefit of students who do not live on campus.

Chicken: The famous restaurants, Dixie

Ol’ Army: Like it “used to be” at A&M.

Chicken or the Chicken Oil Company. If they say, “Meet ya at the Chicken,” you better get more info!

Quad: Where the Corps residence halls

Commons: The residence hall complex

R.A.: Abbreviation for resident advisor of

are located.

a residence hall.

consisting of Krueger, Dunn, Aston, and Mosher halls and the dining and recreational areas the halls share.

RHA: Residence Hall Association - a

Sully: Statue of Lawrence Sullivan Ross, former Governor of Texas and former President of Texas A&M, located in front of the Academic Building.

T-Camp: An extended orientation camp designed for students transferring to A&M.

Tea-sip: Student at t.u.

Trigon: Military Science Building. t.u.: Aggie term for the University of Texas.

12th Man: Aggies not actively engaged in an athletic event but who support the team.

2-percenters: Aggies who choose not to participate in A&M Traditions.

Whipping Out: (1) The way Corps members greet one another, usually with a handshake and a “Howdy!” (2) To ace a quiz or do a spectacular job on anything.

Whoop!: Aggie expression of approval.

Whoopstock: Aggie Unity Festival

celebrating diversity at Texas A&M.

Corps Trip: Trip made by the entire Corps to an out-of-town football game.

recognized student organization working Wildcat: Another Aggie expression of approval; each academic class has its own for all students living in the residence wildcat. halls.

Dead Elephant: Any senior student

Rest!: Be quiet!

during the spring semester.

East Gate: The main entrance to the

University.

Good Bull: Anything that promotes the Aggie Spirit.

around the campus like dying elephants.

ExCel: Freshman orientation program

designed for freshman students, held the weekend before classes begin in the fall.

F.O.W.: Freshman Orientation Week -

Howdy!: Traditional Aggie greeting; a

designed for students entering A&M in the Spring semester.

R.V.s: Ross Volunteers - members of the military honor company named for Lawrence Sullivan Ross, the oldest student organization in Texas.

Hullabaloo: (1) The first word in the Aggie War Hymn; (2) A dining area located in the basement of the MSC.

Humping It: Position taken by an Aggie held the week before classes begin to help when giving a yell. To do this, put your Corps freshmen make the transition from hands on your knees and bend forward at a high school environment to the Corps of the waist.

Cadets’ way of life.

Final Review: The last Corps review of

the school year, held on graduation day.

Graduating cadets turn the command of their outfits over to the officers for the following year.

Rules & Regs: Texas A&M University Student Rules, where you can find the definitive answer to most policies concerning student life, academic and administrative procedures.

Elephant Walk: Held the week before the derivative of “hello.” last football game, seniors celebrate their Howdy Camp: An orientation camp place in A&M’s history by wandering

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Mt. Aggie: The practice ski slope that

involved can help you develop to your full potential.

Sbisa: Pronounced “sa-bee-sa”; claims to be the largest dining hall on any college campus.

Sco-Pro: Scholastic Probation.

SPO: Student Programs Office - located in room 216 of the Memorial Student Jollie Rollie: G. Rollie White Coliseum - a Center. place where volleyball and special events are held.

Student Activities: Central location for clubs and organizations, Student Koldus Building: The John J. Koldus Government and other opportunities.

Building houses Admissions and Drop by 125 Koldus to see how getting Records/School Relations, Athletics,

Yell Leader: One who leads Yells and Yell Practice. Elected each spring by student body.

Yell Practice: Spirit session, which is

held regularly during football season.

Friday before home games, it is held at midnight on Kyle Field.

Zip: (1) Senior in the Corps, identified by

gold braid on his or her hat, Senior boots (2) Any Senior.

Code Maroon

Texas A&M’s Emergency Notification System Code Maroon is Texas A&M University’s emergency notification system. Code Maroon uses multiple notification methods in a best effort to reach campus members in an emergency – by SMS text message, Texas A&M Email (Neo), KAMU-FM radio, campus cable television, Emergency Alert System radios, desktop popups, classroom speakers, Twitter and RSS. Code Maroon is only used to provide official notification of critical situations that pose an imminent, physical threat to the community.

To receive text message alerts, campus members must have a Texas A&M NetID or Single Sign On (SSO) identifier and sign up for Code Maroon.

The University strongly encourages campus members

to sign up to receive text message alerts as recent tests of the Code Maroon system indicate that text messaging is a faster method of notification than email.

Anyone can receive Code Maroon alerts by subscribing to the Code Maroon RSS feed or following “TAMUCodeMaroon” on Twitter.

In an emergency, Texas A&M will post additional emergency updates and announcements at http:// emergency.tamu.edu as they become available. To sign up to receive Code Maroon text alerts and learn more about Code Maroon, visit: http:// codemaroon.tamu.edu In an emergency, what should you do?

• Be aware of your surroundings. Being aware of where you are and what

is happening around you can help you to understand how information, events and your own actions will impact your safety and your ability to protect yourself, both now and in the near future.

• Protect yourself. Based upon your assessment of the situation, use your best judgment to protect yourself and, if possible, others.

• Call for help. Any emergency service can be summoned by calling 911 or 9-911 if using a campus phone.

• Help others. Once you are safely away from the danger, warn others of the hazard and help if you can without putting yourself in danger.

For more information on emergency preparedness, visit http://www.tamu.edu/ emergency.

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Locomotive

Gig ‘em

[Pass Back: Hand looks to be pulling a train whistle, reaching upward and twisting on downward motion]

[Pass Back: Closed fist with thumb pointed straight up]

(slow) RAH! RAH! RAH! RAH! TAMC

(faster) RAH! RAH! RAH! RAH! TAMC

(very fast) RAH! RAH! RAH! RAH! TAMC

(Seniors only: “Whoop!”)

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AAAAAAA RAH! RAH! RAH! TEAM!

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Aggie Yells

AAAAAAAA GIG ‘EM, AGGIES!

Farmers Fight [Pass Back: Closed fists rotating around each other in alternating directions] RAH! RAH! RAH! TEAM! FARMERS FIGHT! FARMERS FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! FARMERS, FARMERS FIGHT!

Team

Horse Laugh

[Pass Back: Hands form a “T”, like a “time out” symbol]

[Pass Back: Hands with fingers straight are held palms together, and then hands move back and forth in a pointing motion]

TEAM, TEAM AAAAAAAA TEAM! TEAM! TEAM!

RIFFETY, RIFFETY, RIFFRAFF! CHIFFITY, CHIFFITY, CHIFFCHAFF! RIFFRAFF! CHIFFCHAFF! LET’S GIVE ‘EM A HORSE LAUGH: SSSSSSS!

Sky Rocket

[Pass Back: Slap hands together with right hand moving upward and index

finer pointed to the sky]

WHISTLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE BOOM RAH RAH TEAM AAAAAAA

Aggies [Pass Back: Hands flat, with index fingers and thumbs touching to form an “A”] AGGIES AGGIES AAAAAAAA FIGHT ‘EM, AGGIES!

FIELD AAAAAAAAAAAAAA KYLE FIELD, AAAA

Beat the Hell [Pass Back: Left arm clapping bicep, Right arm pulling up, fist clenched] BEAT THE HELL OUTTA WHOEVER WE’RE PLAYING THAT WEEK!

Military [Pass Back: Saluting motion]

Old Army [Pass Back: Upward pointed finger moves in circular motion] AAAA, RRRR, MMMM, YYYYDROP VOICE TTTT, AAAA, MMMM, CCCCDROP VOICE AAAAAAAA OL’ ARMY FIGHT!

Kyle Field [Pass Back: Left hand raised with waving motion, right hand at your side with index fnger pointing to the ground] KYLE

SQUADS LEFT! SQUADS RIGHT! FARMERS, FARMERS, WE’RE ALL RIGHT! LOAD, READY, AIM, FIRE, BOOM! SENIORS ONLY: “RELOAD!” A&M, GIVE US ROOM!

Farmers Fight [Pass Back: Closed fists rotating around each other in alternating directions] FARMERS FIGHT! FARMERS FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! FARMERS, FARMERS FIGHT!

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