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Tyler Hosea — THE BATTALION

A crowd gathers outside the Alumni Center Friday afternoon as students wait to pick up their Aggie Rings. Almost 4,000 students received rings on the spring Ring Day.

All in the family Students celebrate Aggie Rings, past year during Parents’ Weekend Barrett House The Battalion

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arents’ Weekend gave students the opportunity to share important mile markers with their families, showcasing current Aggie life and even offering a glimpse into the future of Aggie football.

Ring Day, Midnight Yell and Corps Review highlighted the weekend. On Friday, more than 3,800 students received their Aggie Rings.

Among these students was James Spencer, senior biomedical engineering major, whose family joined him for the occasion.

While the significance of the ring didn’t hit him at first, Spencer said having his family present made the day special. “[It was] heart warming to say the least. My parents have been the foundation of my success,” Spencer said. “Having them there at my side and there to put my ring on my finger

was better than the ring itself.”

Spencer said he couldn’t fully appreciate the ring on Friday because of lack of sleep, but seeing his ring the next morning quickly changed that.

“When I woke up the next day, the joy really hit me,” Spencer said. “I couldn’t stop looking down at my finger all day. Having my Aggie Ring is probably one of the greatest feelings of all time.”

The excitement of Ring Day carried into the night, as parents and students gathered at Kyle Field for a special Midnight

Yell. Even though no football game followed on Saturday, there was plenty of enthusiasm. First year head football coach Kevin Sumlin took the microphone hours before the Aggies began spring practice.

Sumlin said the Aggies are ready to make a big splash in their first shot in the SEC, saying his players are aiming for the conference title. Sumlin was well received by the audience, expressing his enthusiasm and excitement to be at A&M. “The loudest part of the night was when they introduced him,” said Aaron Corbell, senior electrical engineering major.

“I was excited to hear him speak because he always has swagger in the interviews I’ve seen.”

However, Corbell said he would have liked to see more energy from Sumlin.

See Parents’ Weekend on page 4

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Aggies claim series in thrilling fashion James Solano

The Battalion With two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning and the score gridlocked at 6-6, sophomore center fielder Krey Bratsen turned on an 0-2 fastball for a walk-off single, propelling the No. 6 Aggie baseball team past Missouri, 7-6, clinching the series win, 2-1, and improving the team’s overall record to 22-6.

In front of a crowd of 3,947 on Sunday afternoon at Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park, it appeared the Aggies would coast to a victory as they

lead the Tigers 6-1 heading into the ninth inning. But two infield errors and a wild pitch opened the door for Missouri to tie the game up at 6-6.

“It’s never over until it’s over,” A&M head coach Rob Childress said. “Missouri’s not going to go away. It’s like I said before the series started, I wouldn’t expect the ninth inning to be any different. I think it’s about par for the course for when we get together...

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Talya Lazerus — THE BATTALION

Outfielder Krey Bratsen connects for a hit against Missouri on Sunday. Bratsen had 3 RBIs, including the game winner.

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Tanner Garza — THE BATTALION

Visitors enjoyed a selection of 200 beers at the Ballpark Beerfest.

Flavors abound at Bryan Beerfest Owen Herterich

The Battalion Spirits were high during the fifth annual Ballpark Beerfest on Saturday at the Brazos Valley Bank Ballpark, during which 200 beers from more than 20 countries were the guests of honor.

The sheer variety of beers at Ballpark Beerfest, ranging from standard beers, such as Coors, to more eclectic beers, including Pyramid Apricot Weizen Ale, could have overwhelmed to the casual beer fan. Posters directed beer-connoisseurs, explaining what one could expect See Beerfest on page 2

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Sophomore Rafael Piñeda got the start for the maroon and white.

The 6-foot-6-inch righty pitched six innings, striking out four batters, while giving up only one run on five hits.

Missouri struck first on the scoreboard, scoring its lone run in the first inning until its five-run rally in the ninth. But the Aggies would retaliate, knocking out the Missouri starting pitcher in the

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Maegan Valdez The Battalion

Thanks to a new cooperative agreement, working professionals and students can now apply credits earned in Texas Engineering Extension Service training classes toward a four-year degree at a Texas A&M System school.

Students at Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas, can work toward a degree in applied science or applied technology while training with the College Station-based Texas Engineering Extension Service, or TEEX. The pillars of the agreement allow applicable TEEX courses and vocational hours to count toward career-specific tracks.

As a member of the Texas A&M University System and one of the

Senior diver Janie Potvin, who set diving records at this season’s Big 12 Championships, looks to hone her skills and compete at an Olympic level.

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An agreement between Texas A&M system schools and Texas Engineering Extension Service offers professionals and students to count vocational credits toward a degree. largest workforce training providers in the country, TEEX is branching out to give students and professionals better opportunities to achieve career goals.

“This is the first of the Texas A&M System to do this,” said Tom Shehan, director of the TEEX Public Safety & Security Division. “What better way than to look at working adults and give them credit for appropriate life experience, whether it be training or experience and allow them to ar-

ticulate that training or experience to degree credit where it applies.”

As higher education institutions struggle to communicate their value to state legislatures and citizens, Shehan said agreements like this provide tangible ways to engage the public.

For example, a working professional seeking a degree in criminal justice administration can earn up to a year’s worth of credit by

Silver Taps will be held on Tuesday to honor the memory of Michael Chris Kaitson, sophomore general studies major from Bellaire who died March 13, and Nicholas James Garbarino, senior mechanical engineering major from Bellaire who died Jan. 26.

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Nobel Prize laureate wins historic vote She struggled for a free Myanmar for a quarter-century, much of it spent locked away under house arrest.

Now, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate whose nonviolent campaign for democracy at home transformed her into a global icon is on the verge of ascending to public office for the first time.

Aung San Suu Kyi, 66, was

elected to parliament Sunday in a historic victory buffeted by the jubilant cheers of supporters who hope her triumph will mark a major turning point in a nation still emerging from a ruthless era of military rule.

If confirmed, the election win will also mark an astonishing reversal of fortune for a woman who became one

of the world’s most prominent prisoners of conscience.

When she was finally released in late 2010, just after a vote her party boycotted that was deemed neither free nor fair, few could have imagined she would make the leap from democracy advocate to elected official in less than 17 months.

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from each of the varieties.

The beers were organized by station, and each station specialized in a different type of beer. One example, the “Local Talent” station, allowed patrons to enjoy a variety of beers brewed in Texas.

Groups went from table to table, merrily chatting between sips of beer.

Staff members were onhand to answer questions about the beers at their table.

Sarah Vance, junior computer science major, was one of the many volunteers who worked at Ballpark Beerfest this year.

“I’m really enjoying working here,” said Vance.

“There’s a great atmosphere and no one’s getting too rowdy.”

Along with the impressive selection of beers and alcoholic beverages, one could enjoy live music from Brian Evans Band, Waylon Wolf, Parker Heights and Dueling Pianos.

“The Dueling Pianos were great,” said Eric Pavik, senior visualization major. “They were playing popular music so that everyone could get involved.”

Many local residents also took the opportunity to take

in the unique atmosphere and taste test the varieties of beer. Nathan Phillips, a native of Fort Worth who has spent the past 23 years in Bryan, was glad that events such as Ballpark Beerfest are becoming more established in the area.

“Any new attraction or event in the area is a good thing. I like the idea of it, and it’s great to be able to have live music,” Phillips said.

Many people, especially families, took advantage of the many picnic tables located in the area, unwinding and taking in the great local music on display.

Judging by the large crowds and abundant smiles on Saturday, the event offered a place where both college students and local families could take time to enjoy local food, drink and music.

Photos by Tanner Garza — THE BATTALION

Aggies and local residents sample beer from all over the world at Ballpark Beerfest on Saturday.

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I feel like there’s no

point in coming here if you’re not going to give it your all.”

—Janie Potvin, women’s diving Big 12 record holder

Diving into international waters After NCAA career, Potvin aspires to graduate to Olympic platforms Mark Doré

The Battalion High above the pool — 10 meters, to be exact — stands senior Janie Potvin. This is her job, her sport, but more than that, this is what she loves.

She throws herself from the platform and lands the dive cleanly — a job well done. She’ll follow this dive with many more over the course of a two-hour training session, and she’ll be back in the afternoon for another session. Tomorrow, she’ll wake up and do it again.

Her collegiate career may be over after a strong senior campaign, but Potvin isn’t finished diving. A Canadian, Potvin will compete in the Olympic trials late in May with a trip to London for the 2012 Olympics on the line. Eight weeks of grueling training sessions stand in her way.

“I’m definitely training to make it. It’s going to be hard and there are a lot of good girls,” Potvin said.

“The [field for the] women’s 10 meter in Canada is very deep. It will be challenging, but it’s doable.”

Potvin crushed a conference record twice in the same day at the Big 12 Championships, en route to a Diver of the Meet award and a win in the 10-meter and one-meter dives. Potvin broke the women’s 10-meter overall conference record during qualifying, but didn’t stop there. That night, she beat her own record to seal the victory.

Potvin said the record-setting dives caught her off guard in a meet she considers to be among the best of her career.

“I don’t know what happened.

I was just putting every single dive down and I broke the Big 12 record in the morning and my personal best by 30 points, and in diving 30 points is a lot,” Potvin said. “I was on a high for 30 minutes, and I was saying, ‘I can’t believe this just happened.’ If I

could compete that way every time that would be awesome, but unfortunately that’s not how it works.”

A sixth and ninth-place performance at the NCAA championships may seem strong to most, but it didn’t meet Potvin’s expectations.

“I think I put too much pressure on myself because as a senior that was my last chance to be NCAA champion and that was what I wanted,” Potvin said.

Potvin hails from Montreal, a far cry from College Station. Diving is a common denominator though, and after speaking with former Aggie diver and fellow Canadian Eric Sehn, a single campus visit was all it took for the A&M swimming and diving team to land Potvin. The decision wasn’t an easy one, Potvin said, given her language struggles at the time.

“I wasn’t very interested at first because I didn’t speak much English and that was really hard for me,” said Potvin, whose native language is French.

When asked what it is about the sport that keeps her grasping for more, day after day, Potvin doesn’t hesitate.

“The adrenaline,” Potvin said.

“Diving is very mental. Obviously you need physical strength, but that’s true of every sport. Diving is 95 percent mental. I love the adrenaline. I love being in a meet 33 feet above the pool and throwing myself off.”

Potvin credits consistent work ethic for her success. Some people, she said, show up to the pool 20 hours a week without putting everything on the line.

“I feel like there’s no point in coming here if you’re not going to give it your all,” Potvin said. “If you’re here, do it. That’s how I see it. Maybe that’s why I’m sometimes more successful than others.”

Talya Lazerus — THE BATTALION

Senior diver Janie Potvin helped the women’s swimming and diving team claim the 2012 Big 12 championship by winning the 1-meter and platform diving events, earning 54 total points.

A future beyond diving is something Potvin has yet to consider.

“I’ve been doing this for so long and it’s coming to an end in the next few years and I’m going to have to make some big decisions,”

Potvin said. “Diving isn’t really a decision. Once you’re in it, it keeps going.”

As location goes, however, Potvin said she might have an idea as to where she’ll live when she’s done

diving — something she said her parents in Montreal don’t relish.

“I really like Texas, I’m not going to lie,” Potvin said. “I enjoy living here. As of now, I think I’m looking to stay down here.”

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Known internationally as the “Voice of Aggieland,� the Singing Cadets perform in Rudder Auditorium Saturday night during Parents’ Weekend.

Parents’ Weekend Continued from page 1

Kevin Sumlin speaks at Midnight Yell during Parents’ Weekend. Spring training for football began Saturday.

“His speech lacked his usual bold confidence that I was hoping for,� Corbell said. “But then again, how pumped can you get for the start of spring practice?�

Some in the audience met Sumlin after the yell practice.

Zach Leger, junior history major, said he was excited to hear Sumlin’s plans for the SEC. Meeting him added to the excitement. “He was a really friendly guy and he seemed just as excited as I did,� Leger said.

The weekend had a plethora of events — including a performance by the Singing Cadets — that students and parents took advantage of, culminating for many with Corps Review

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Sophomore pitcher Rafael PiĂąeda allowed only five hits, one run and one walk in six innings pitched.

first inning.

Bratsen, who went 3-for-6 on the afternoon with three RBIs, was also responsible for the Aggies’ first lead in the bottom half of the second inning. The Bryan native drove in the first of his three RBIs on a ground out.

Junior Tyler Naquin also had a threehit afternoon, going 3-for-4, and improving his batting average to a teamhigh .412.

Freshman pitcher Jason Freeman relieved PiĂąeda for a perfect seventh and eighth inning before being relieved in the ninth inning after giving up backto-back singles. Senior Estevan Uriegas followed, and for the third time in three

on Sunday afternoon. The review, dedicated to the parents, acts as an award ceremony recognizing outfits with the best grades, best physical training scores and best drilled.

Ethan Durham, sophomore petroleum engineering major and member of Company C-2, said even though the review is most important for freshmen and their parents, it’s still an important event. “It is neat to see the whole Corps assembled and witness the presenting of the awards,� Durham said.

Company C-2 was awarded the best-drilled outfit after winning the O.R. Simpson Drill Competition and best grades in 1st and 2nd Regiments. Members of the outfit were surprised by the awards, but excited nonetheless. “The best-drilled one was pretty cool because we were kind of surprised,� Durham said.

days, junior right-hander Kyle Martin (3-2) came in to close the game.

After two errors at shortstop and second base were committed, and a wild pitch that passed catcher Troy Stein, the Tigers were able to rally for the tie.

Sophomore Jace Statum started the ninth inning with a pinch-hit single that lifted the crowd to its feet.

But Statum would be picked off at second base after freshman Blake Allemand bunted him over. Back-to-back walks set the scene for Bratsen’s clutch game-winning single. “We get to two outs with nothing really going for us and we were able to battle and make something out of nothing,� Childress said. “Krey was able to get the big hit for us.�

With the Sunday win, the Aggies claim the series over the Tigers, 2-1, and

continue a hot streak having won eight of their last nine.

Before Bratsen could make it across the field to celebrate with his teammates and coaches after his game winning single, the centerfielder was mobbed at the pitching mound in a full celebration. “It’s kind of ironic,� Bratsen said. “When I came in after Missouri’s big inning, coach [Andy] Sawyers came up to me and said ‘Krey, get up, you’re about to get the winning hit,’ and sure enough, I did. It surprised me, but I’m glad it happened.�

The Aggies return to the diamond Tuesday as they welcome UTSA to Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park for a 6:35 p.m. first pitch.

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2bd/2ba 4-plex. Spacious floorplan, W/D connections, close to campus. $550/mo. www.aggielandleasing.com 979-776-6079.

TECHNICAL EDITOR StataCorp produces a variety of written materials in support of Stata customers, including an extensive set of printed manuels (over 9,000 pages) and other books related to Stata and statistics; the Stata Journal, a quarterly publication of reviewed articles; advertising materials;online help; and NetCourses, courses offered over the internet.

Job responsibilities: - Reviewing and correcting for style, clarity, grammar, and punctuation, any writing intended for use in the products listed above Required skills: - A bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing/Communications, or related field, with 2 years’ editing experience in technical publications - A demonstrated ability to read and edit text that includes mathematical formulas - Must be willing to relocate to College Station/Bryan area.

Preferred qualifications: - The desire and ability to learn the basics of the Stata software - Knowledge of TeX or LaTeX (the document preparation system used) - The ability to follow and develop StataCorp style guidelines - The ability to work with research professionals to ensure published content is relevant, accurate, and well written - Exposure to statistics StataCorp offers competitive pay with full benefits in a fun, family-friendly work environment. Email resume to: hrd@stata.com or fax to: 888-264-4906. StataCorp is an Affirmative Action employer: M/F/Vet/Disab.

STUDIES IN PROGRESS FACIAL ACNE STUDY

Volunteers ages 12-40 years old, with moderate facial acne are needed to participate in a 12-week clinical research study with an investigational topical medication. All eligible volunteers will receive at no cost: • Acne Evaluations by a Dermatologist • Study Medication • Compensation up to $200.00 for time and effort Volunteers will need to make 4 office visits over the 12 week period.

For more information please contact:

2bd/2ba Duplex for rent. 115 Kleine in College Station. $900/month. 4-yrs old w/tile floors in living-room, bathrooms and kitchen. W/D and refrigerator included. Pet friendly. Call 979-696-6839/text 979-229-2171.

2bd/2ba unique floorplans w/balcony views of Kyle Field. Brand new luxury apartment condos.

Fullsize stainless steel appliances, W/D, designer ammenities granite/wood/tile, bus stop. Only 36units on Holleman at Wolf Pen. www.broadstoneranchatwolfpen.com, www.aggielandleasing.com, 979-776-6079.

2bd/2ba. Student Community, <1-mile from campus. www.HollemanByThePark.com 3/2 duplex, 1813 Woodsman Dr. Available August. Biking distance to campus, A&M bus route. Recently updated, wood/tile and carpet floorings, ceiling fans, W/D, lawncare, fenced backyard.

Pets OK. $1095/mo.

979-255-9432

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

3/2 duplex, 1920 Holleman Dr. West. Available August. Great location, new wood floors, tile, new carpet, newly updated, fenced backyard, W/D, shuttle, bike to campus. Pets ok. $1095/mo.

979-731-8257. www.brazosvalleyrentals.com

4/2/2 off Dominik. Large updated house, tile, carpet, with W/D, pets allowed. $1800/mo. Tia 979-739-1160. Available May.

3/2 Duplexes, prelease August, very nice, 5mins to campus, W/D, lawn care, security system, $900-950/mo. 979-691-0304, 979-571-6020.

4/3 house, 929 Crystal Dove, CS. Available in August for 2012/13 school year. $1,450/month, utilities not included. W/D, fenced backyard, 2 car garage, tile floors.

Call John 979-661-0848.

3/2 home in CS, nice area close to campus shuttle, privacy fenced backyard with patio, responsible females only, no pets, no smoking, $1200/mo with year lease, $1200 deposit, available June1st, call 979-571-9277.

3/3,3/2 Houses, Townhouses &Apartments, 1250-1400sqft.

Very spacious, ethernet, large kitchen, walk-in pantry &closets, extra storage, W/D, great amenities, on bus route, now pre-leasing, excellent specials.

979-694-0320. www.luxormanagement.com 3/2/2 and 4/2/2 remodeled brick homes in CS. Large fenced yard, on shuttle route, $1000-1300/mo.

979-450-3011 waypointproperties@yahoo.com 3/3 newer duplex includes all appliances, tile floors, backyard, pets allowed. $1200/mo. Available August. Call Tia 979-739-1160.

3/3.5 luxury condo in Gateway Villas, granite throughout, W/D, close to campus/restaurants/bus route, available June 1st, $1350/mo., 817-437-9606.

3bd/2ba House, <1-mile south of campus, close to everything, garage, pet friendly, www.LoneStarHousing.com 3bd/2ba House, <1-mile south of campus, close to everything, garage, pet friendly, www.AggielandLeasing.com 3bd/3ba. Duplexes. Close to campus, Great backyards. Fairly New! 979-693-4900.

3bdr w/study or 4bdr/2ba House.

2-Blocks to campus. Refrigerator, W/D, $1100/mo. 105 Fleetwood.

832-541-6450.

4+bedroom Duplex for rent. 113 Kleine in College Station. $1600/mo. 4-yrs old w/large back-yard. 4bd/4ba +office, and storage room. Tile floors in living-room, bathrooms and kitchen. W/D and refrigerator included. Pet friendly. Call 979-696-6839/text 979-229-2171.

4-5bd/2ba house. Walk to campus! 504 Kyle Street. Available August 1st. $1650/mo. W/D, lawncare, pest control provided.

979-492-1983.

4/2 and 5/2 houses, CS, available August, updated, all appliances, great backyards, large living rooms, W/D, close to campus, no pets. www.brazosvalleyrentals.com 979-731-8257.

4/2/2 College Station, close to campus. Updated, fenced, w/d, granite. Prelease for August. $1799/mo. 1312 Timm.

979-776-8984. aggielandrentals.com 4/2/2 house, 1302 Mary Oaks.

Available August. Close to campus, A&M bus route, recently updated, carpet/tile flooring, spacious closets and ample storage.

Large fenced backyard. Pets OK. $1595/mo. 979-255-9432

puzzle answers can be found online at www.thebatt.com

4/3 house, 4024 Southern Trace CS, built 2006, $1450/mo, available August, 979-450-0053.

4/3, 3/3 &3/2 Houses, Townhouses, Duplexes &Fourplexes, 1250-1700sqft. Very spacious, ethernet, large kitchen, extra storage, W/D, great amenities, on bus route, now pre-leasing, excellent specials. 694-0320. www.luxormanagement.com 4/4 University Place condo, W/D, private bath, pool, on shuttle. $300/mo. Call 979-690-8213 or 979-422-9849.

4bd/2ba house. Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, granite countertops, W/D, fenced yards. 979-776-6079. www.aggielandleasing.com 4bd/2ba Large house, <1-mile from campus, close to everything, W/D, pet friendly. www.LoneStarHousing.com 4bd/4ba houses. Brand New, great size, great location, AAF 979-693-4900.

4bd/4ba private bathroom. Summer $240 other season$295/$325 per room. Wood/tile floors, large living room, new refrigerator, central a/c, walk-in closets, on shuttle. Student community, large pool, basketball court, sand beach volleyball. 979-574-0040, 281-639-8847.

4bd/4ba University Place Condo for rent for $1600/mo. Electricity, water and internet included. No pets. New flooring in August 2011. Living and dining room furniture provided. http://www.collegestationrent.com/tx/collegestation/227678-university-placecondo. If interested, call Fred 281-460-0439.

AggieLandRentals.com For all your rental needs. Open 7 days/week. 979-776-8984.

Attention sorority sisters. 4br/3ba House available August 1st. $375/bdrm. 210-289-1609.

August Leasing. 4bd/2ba house.

Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, W/D, fenced yards. 979-776-6079. www.aggielandleasing.com Balcones Apartments, 3/2, available now, fully remodeled, internet and water included, $895/mo, 979-703-8282.

Brand new building now! Sierra condos walk to NG/campus. Granite, SS, W/D incl. Pet friendly. 1,2,3 bed+ guest baths. Bus route bills incl. dwellsierra.com 979-314-7145 Brand new luxury condos, granite countertops, tile flooring, great location. 979-693-4900.

C.S. 4bdrm Houses, updated, fenced pets, ok. Starting at $1295/mo. AggieLandRentals.com 979-776-8984.

College Station: 1/1, 800sqft, $575. 2/2, 1000sqft, $675. Shuttle, all appliances, W/D, lawn/pest/maintenance included.

906 Spring Loop (off University).

KAZ Realty. 979-324-9666.

College Station: 2/2, 1000sqft, newly remodeled (All new stainless steel appliances), shuttle, all appliances, W/D, lawn/pest/maintenance included, 906 Spring Loop (off University). $800. KAZ Realty. 979-324-9666.

FOR RENT College Station: 3/2, 1240sqft.

Newly remodeled! All Stainless Steel Appliances! Close to shuttle, W/D, lawn/pest/maintenance included. 905 Balcones (off Welch), $1000. KAZ Realty 979-324-9666.

College Station: 3/3 1450sqft. All appliances, W/D, lawn/pest/maintenance included. 3735 Oldenburg (off Grahm), $1025. KAZ Realty. 979-324-9666.

Cottage. Holik C.S. 2bd/1ba, 1000sqft., W/D, Balcony, wooded.

Private drive. Clean. Quiet. No pets. $600/mo. 979-777-2472.

Duplex, rent 2bd/1ba. Beautiful, quiet! Remodeled, all new, many extras, drapes, in College Station.

Convenient to everything!

Fenced backyard. One week free.

979-422-3427. Call for specials.

Free ethernet and cable, paid water, Campus shuttle.

Preleasing, Great Prices.

AggieApartment.com, 979-693-1906.

Gateway Villas. Affordable luxury.

4bd/4ba available August. $1600/mo. 512-413-8748.

Luxury townhome. Gateway Villas. 4bd/4bth, 1800/mo. Pre-lease summer/ fall 2012. 979-229-6935.

New, Newer 1/1, 1/1.5 Loft, 2/2,3/3. Granite, Shuttle, wwwjesinvestments.com Owner/Broker. 979-777-5477.

Northgate. New apartments 3/3, 2/2, 3/2, and 1/1. House for rent. www.aggievillas.net 979-255-5648.

Now Leasing and pre-leasing for August! 4bdrm/2bth houses. Spacious floorplans. Great Location.

Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, w/d, fenced yards, refridgerator, icemaker,lawncare.

979-776-6079, www.aggielandleasing.com Pre-lease 4 and 5 bedroom houses, available August, great floor plans, close to campus, updated, W/D, all appliances, no pets. www.brazosvalleyrentals.com 979-731-8257.

Pre-leasing for 2012-2013. Students only. 2bd/2ba apartment.

W/D, 900+ sq-ft. $600/mo. Call 210-387-5030.

Pre-leasing for August 2,3,4,&5 bedroom houses and town-homes. Updated, fenced, pets ok, on shuttle route.

AggieLandRentals.com 979-776-8984.

Prelease available now! Large 2bd/2ba duplex. Walk-in closets, W/D connections, large fenced backyard, on shuttle. University Oaks. $775/mo. 979-693-1448.

Prelease for May or August !

Large 2bd/2ba duplex. Walk-in closets, W/D connections, large fenced backyard, on shuttle. University Oaks. $775/mo.

979-693-1448.

C.S. 3/1.5/2carport, Updated, Fenced, biking distance to campus, on shuttle, pets ok. $750/mo AggieLandRentals.com 979-776-8984.

Room for sublease in 2bd/2bath for $375. Internet/cable, W+D included. May-August, 979-492-9005.

Spacious 3/2 duplex available in May and August. W/D. $895/mo.

979-693-0551.

Storage- Rent for 4 months. Pay for 3 get 1 free. All sizes, close to campus. 979-693-0551.

Subleasing 1bd/1bath in a 2bd/2bath at Campus Village apartments. Furnished, lazy river, $615/month. Available now as well as 8/12-7/13. 713-992-5057 Summer Sublease. 4bd/2ba House.

Large fenced yard. On bus route. $400/mo. Utilities paid! Pets ok.

214-498-4975.

Townhomes 2/1.5+Half, on shuttle, W/D connections, fenced patio, $775-895/mo, ask about student discounts, 979-703-8282.

GARAGE SALES VET SCHOOL GARAGE SALE 8AM to 3PM, Lot 36: Corner of Agronomy & University, Furniture, houseware, books, and more, EVERYTHING MUST GO. Classifieds continued on page 6

ATHLETES FOOT STUDY

Volunteers ages 18 and older are needed to participate in a 6-week clinical research study with an investigational topical medication for the treatment of athletes foot. Eligible volunteers will receive at no cost: • Study related medication • Medical Examinations related to study • Compensation up to $150.00 for time and effort Participants will be required to make 3 office visits over the 6 week period.

For more information please contact:

AggieNetwork.com

URINARY TRACT INFECTION STUDY

Female volunteers who think they might be experiencing a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) are needed to participate in a 2 day clinical research study of an investigational study medication for the pain that is associated with a UTI. Symptoms of a UTI include: Pain, Burning and Frequency when urinating.

Eligible volunteers will receive at no cost: • UTI Assessments by a Study Doctor • Antibiotics for their UTI • Study Medication • Compensation up to $100.00 for time and effort Eligible volunteers will be required to make 2 office visits. There is no cost to you for participating in this research study.

For more information please contact:

J&S Studies, Inc.

979-774-5933 1710 Crescent Pointe Parkway, College Station, TX 77845 www.js-studies.com

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HELP WANTED A&M United Methodist Weekday School is now hiring. Full-time and part-time co-teacher positions available. Mon-Fri, 7:30-5:30. For more info, call 979-846-1762 or check us out on the web at www.am-umc.org/weekdayschool Athletic men for calendars, books, etc. $100-$200/hr, up to $1000/day. No experience. aggieresponse@gmail.com Cedar Lane is now accepting applications for waitresses/ shot-girls. E-mail for information cedarlanepa@gmail.com City of College Station, LIFEGUARDS & WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTORS NEEDED, $8.50/hr, Apply online @ csjobs.cstx.gov or call 979-764-3540 EOE Cleaning commercial buildings at night, M-F. Call 979-823-5031 for appointment.

DJ’s Wanted. No experience or equipment needed. Will train right people. Must have wide range of music knowledge. Please email resume to atticbcs@gmail.com Housekeeper to help with light cleaning and laundry. 1 day per week. 979-255-1340 Kingwood Country Club Hiring life guards and pool managers, No previous experience required.

Call us at (800)210-0049 to apply.

CONGRATULATIONS! Buck Weirus Spirit Award Recipients The Buck Weirus Spirit Award honors up to 55 students who demonstrate high INVOLVEMENT, create positive EXPERIENCES throughout the Aggie community, IMPACT student life at Texas A&M and enhance the Aggie SPIRIT.

CONGRATULATIONS to the 2012 Buck Weirus Spirit Award recipients!

Jon Albrecht ’12

Joshua Light ’13

Amy Aldrich ’11

Andrew Ligon ’15

Marquis Alexander ’13

Paula Lorente ’05

Joshua Bennett ’12

Drew Nelson ’13

Ileene Berrios ’12

Hung Nguyen ’13

Eric Blackman ’13

Karina Ogunlana ’13

Andrea Brenckman ’13

Avwerosuoghene Omughelli ’13

Ratnaprabha Chittoori ’12

Jeffrey Pickering ’12

Diganto Choudhury ’12

Joseph Pluhar ’09

John Claybrook ’13

Alexandra Pruett ’13

Michael Dror ’14

William Quillen ’11

Mario Garza ’12

Zachary Robinson ’12

Omar Ghannoum ’14

Ulises Robles ’15

Holly Gibbs ’06

Hayley Rogers ’15

Brenda Guillen ’14

Brandon Rutledge ’12

Thomas Harwell ’11

Micah Scott ’13

James Havlock ’13

Raisha Smith ’13

Nicole Heath ’13

Steven Spriggs ’13

Shahrum Iqbal ’12

Emily Sterling ’12

Patrick Ivey ’12

Bradford Stricklin ’15

Caroline Janssen ’14

Kaitlyn Taylor ’12

Mark Jessup ’12

Seth Toups ’14

Thomas Joseph ’14

Crystal Usher ’12

Kasey Kram ’15

Austin Walker ’12

Clayton Kruger ’12

Tanner Wilson ’12

Mollie Lastovica ’14

Kyle Womack ’11

Maximilian Leutermann ’12

Little Guys Movers now hiring FT/PT employees. Must be at least 21 w/valid D.L. Apply in person at 3209 Earl Rudder Freeway.

979-693-6683. looking for TAMU-student to write code for smartphone applications. Please email beason882006@tamu.edu Med Tech for full-time, medical allergy office. Excellent benefits.

Great experience for student applying to medical or nursing school. Degree in Biomedical Science and one year commitment required. Please fax resume to 979-485-0575, apply in person at 3306 Longmire Drive CS, TX, or email resume to susanc@aggieallergist.com NINFA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT COLLEGE STATION. Now accepting applications for Wait/Servers and Hostess Staff.

Will train. Flexible schedules available. Good communicators and strong customer service skills preferred. Apply in person Mon-Fri 11am-4pm at 1007 Earl Rudder Freeway South, College Station.

Now Hiring: Game X Change.

Must be at least 18, must have vast knowledge with video games, must have great customer service. Apply within 1800 Texas Ave South.

Part-time job helping handicapped. Male student preferred. $360/mo. 5-10hrs/wk.

979-846-3376.

Part-Time position with flexible schedule, general building maintenance, checking light fixtures, changing locks, inspecting needed repairs, respond to tenant request via online system, some knowledge of HVAC maintenance, basic computer knowledge, please submit resume to kcarver@caldwellcos.com Part-time summer help, apply in person, Conlee-Garrett Moving and Storage, 600 South Bryan Ave., Bryan.

STUDENTPAYOUTS.COM Paid Survey Takers Needed In College Station. 100% Free To Join. Click On Surveys.

SUMMER CAMP COUNSELORS Down Home Ranch is accepting applications for summer. We have 6-weeks for camp for teens and adults with developmental disabilities 5/21-6/29. Visit our website http:www.downhomeranch.org or e-mail camps@downhomeranch.org Summer sales help wanted! Top training, no experience necessary, accommodate school schedules, 40K/4mo., average summer rep. resume’s and info at: 2012summersales@gmail.com

HELP WANTED

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Support Services Tech, avg 20hrs/wk, $9.62/hr. Flexible schedules, ideal for students. Phone & email support w/customer service excellence. Learn more and apply at www.k2share.com/jobs Tutors wanted for all subjects currently taught at TAMU/ Blinn and Sam Houston State starting at $8.25/hour. Apply on-line @ www.99Tutors.com, 979-268-8867.

Wanted: Energetic people for Kids Klub After-School Program.

-Fall semester employment begins 8/20/12. Application deadline -April 30. www.cstx.gov/kidsklub, 979-764-3831.

MUSIC Peter Block Mobile DJ, professional 22+yrs. experience. Specializing in weddings, TAMU functions. Mobile to anywhere.

979-596-2522. http://www.partyblockdj.com

REAL ESTATE $169,000, custom 4/2/2, 2008 sqft, brick home on community lake.

At Westpark Tollway, south of Katy. New Sept 2009.

OWNER/broker 832-222-9240 B/CS. Sell/Buy/Invest! Michael McGrann TAMU ‘93 Civil Engineering 979-739-2035, mike@aggierealtor.com Nadia McGrann 979-693-1851, Town & Country Realty.

ROOMMATES Roommates needed. 4bd/4bth $350/mo, washer/dryer, phone & internet, University Place on Southwest Parkway.

281-844-2090.

SERVICES iPhone repair w/one year warranty, allphonetoys.com 979-694-2800. Student discounts available.

TUTORS Need a Tutor? Friendly, helpful one-on-one private tutors for all subjects at TAMU/Blinn and Sam Houston State. Check us out at www.99tutors.com, 979-268-8867.

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showing proof of vocational credits and prior learning or experience. A total of 500 combined hours translates into 33 credit hours with no extra cost to the student.

“That’s pretty powerful,” Shehan said.

The courses offered by TEEX are required for a large number of public service careers such as criminal justice, forensic science, law enforcement and fire fighting. Students can benefit by either using prior certifications to work toward a degree or by gaining experience and needed credentials before entering the job force.

James Wise, a senior English major planning to enroll in fire training post-graduation, said this new agreement is a positive step that will benefit future firefighter trainees.

“Being a firefighter is very competitive,” Wise said.

“Now it is a two- or threeyear process. In the last 25 years it’s gotten more competitive. The ability to start earlier and incorporate [training] into your undergraduate studies of education — I think that is a really smart idea” TEEX has a similar agreement with the A&M Department of Entomology, in which Aggie students can use 80 hours of TEEX forensic science courses as elective credit. Most of the training is conducted at the Riverside campus. However, this new agreement with Tarleton State opens the door especially for the working adult.

George Mollick, associate professor and head of Tarleton’s department of engineering technology, represented the university during the discussion phases of the agreement. He said this agreement will help reduce barriers that keep working citizens from pursuing higher education.

“It provides a clear pathway for [students] to complete their baccalaureate degree in a timely manner and at much less cost. Although many TEEX students have professional certification and training, a significant number of these professionals eventually discover the importance of having a college degree in order to seek promotion or other higher salaried positions within their industry,” Mollick said.

Brian Blake, director of communications for TEEX, said this is an initial step for TEEX involvement with Texas A&M. “I think that TEEX will continue to look for ways to partner with institutions of higher learning including Texas A&M ... where hands on curriculum applies to degree plans,” Blake said.

Shehan echoed the sentiment, saying the agreement is a step forward for the TEEX mission of serving the state.

“The most important part about this agreement is that it services the citizens of Texas,” Shehan said. “Finally we can give something back to these individuals and [allow] them to serve their personal educational endeavors while they serve the state of Texas.”

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We have a research study.

Right now, PPD is looking for qualified participants for a post-surgical pain relief research study of an investigational medication. Surgery for qualified study participants will be performed by a board certified oral surgeon. Financial compensation is provided upon study completion and the surgery is performed at no cost.

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