News from
The Association
Stepan Ring Donated to Memorial Ring Collection
On July 10, family and friends of the late Diana S. Stepan '94 of Hempstead
gathered in a private ceremony at the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center to
donate her Aggie Ring to The Association of Former Students' Memorial Ring
Collection. Stepan, a petroleum engineering major at Texas A&M University,
was killed in an automobile accident in 1995 a few months prior to receiving
her degree. Her mother, Sue, and sister, Patricia '98, were among the many
family, friends and faculty who attended the ceremony, which represented the
Class of 1994. For the complete story, go to http://www.tamu.edu/univrel/aggiedaily/news/stories/04/071604-6.html
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Class Reunion Updates Available Online
If your Class is having a Reunion this year, please remember you
can always access up-to-date agendas and information at http://www.aggienetwork.com/class/reunionsched.aspx . In
the near future, you will also be able to register online and even view
attendee lists. To learn more about Class Reunions or our upcoming online
features, please call Former Student Programs at 979-845-7514.
Reunion Football Ticket Options Still Available
If you submitted a football ticket application for seats in your
Reunion block, you should have received a confirmation by mail from Former
Student Programs department. Your tickets will arrive by mail two weeks before
your Reunion. If you missed the deadline, you may call the Athletic Ticket
Office at 1-888-99AGGIE to order single-game tickets. If you request tickets
located near your Reunion block, the Ticket Office will do its best to
accommodate your request based on availability.
Ft. Worth/Tarrant County A&M Club to Raffle Harley
Davidson
Help the Fort Worth/Tarrant County A&M Club promote a
good cause--not to mention a classic ride--by purchasing chances to win a 2005
Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide. Raffle chances are $20 each or six for $100,
and only 2,000 will be sold. All proceeds will help fund scholarships for
deserving freshmen entering Texas A&M University. To purchase yours online,
visit www.tarrantcountyaggies.org.
Orders Due for 125th Anniversary Directory
If you haven't done so already, be sure to place your order for
the 125th Anniversary Directory of Former Students, which will be printed and
mailed this fall. The Directory is available to donors of $50 or more for just
$10. To order your copy, contact The Association of Former Students' Annual
Giving department, or go to www.AggieNetwork.com/Directory.
Join the Traveling Aggies on an Upcoming Adventure!
Oktoberfest in Germany, Sept. 23-30
Experience the beauty, pleasure and good times of Germany and northern Italy,
not to mention the world's largest party! Prices begin at $1,995 plus air.
Australia and New Zealand, Oct. 19 - Nov. 8
Grab one of the eight remaining spots for one of the Traveling Aggies' most
popular trips this fall. Experience 21 days of life "down under" starting at
$5,295 (from LAX). Call 1-800-392-2096 or email
TravelingAggies@AggieNetwork.com to make your reservation.
Wings Over the Nile, Nov. 5-19
Step back in time for a 14-day journey featuring excursions to storied
archeological sites, Jordan's Petra and the shores of the Dead Sea, in addition
to a relaxing cruise between Luxor and Aswan. Prices begin at $3,995 per person
plus air.
Aggie Singles Cruise, Dec. 4-11
Additional space has opened up on the Traveling Aggies Singles ('78-'90)
Cruise! Don't miss your chance to set sail for exotic ports of call, including
Belize, Costa Maya, Grand Cayman and Cozumel. Prices begin at $549 per person.
Space is limited, so reserve your space soon! For reservations or more
information on these or any of the other Traveling Aggies programs, call
979-845-7514 or go to www.AggieNetwork.com/Travel.
News from Texas A&M University
Survey to Help Plan Bonfire Memorial Dedication
On Nov. 18, 1999, Bonfire collapsed, claiming the lives of 12 Aggies and
injuring more than two dozen others. A memorial is currently under construction
on the site of Bonfire 1999 to remember and honor the Bonfire tradition, the
Aggie Spirit and the Aggies who lost their lives or were injured in the
tragedy. On Thurs., Nov. 18, 2004, at 2:30 p.m., the Bonfire Memorial will be
dedicated to mark the fifth anniversary of the collapse. Please help plan this
important ceremony by filing out the Bonfire Memorial survey at http://www.aggienetwork.com/surveys/bonfire_survey.aspx.
A&M v. Wyoming Towel Out to Commemorate 9/11
To mark the third anniversary of 9/11, the 12th Man Student Foundation
will be selling a commemorative 12th Man towel for the Sept. 11 A&M v.
Wyoming football game. In addition to the customary design, the towel will
feature a "Remember the Spirit" logo. All proceeds will be donated to the
Fallen Patriot Fund, which provides money to the families of soldiers killed in
Operation Iraqi Freedom. For additional information, contact the 12th Man
Student Foundation at 979-846-8193 or visit http://dsa-stuorg.tamu.edu/studentfoundation/.
Student Group Offers Ticketmart to Aggie Football Fans
Former students and Aggie football fans who find themselves in need of
tickets--or with some to spare--for home games in 2004 now have an on-campus
solution, courtesy of one enterprising student organization. The Texas A&M
chapter of Alpha Phi Omega (APO) is launching Ticketmart, a brokerage system
that will be available in the MSC Flag Room for all home football games three
hours before kick-off for anyone needing to buy or sell tickets. Tickets to be
sold can be dropped off on game day at the Ticketmart booth or mailed to Alpha
Phi Omega at least seven days before the date of the game. The owner of the
tickets can choose to be reimbursed for the sale of the tickets or to donate
the funds to APO. For more information, visit http://apo.tamu.edu.
Parking Packages Available for 2004 Home Football Season
As Aggie fans prepare for another football season, Texas A&M Transportation
Services is hard at work providing services to make the journey to Kyle Field
as quick and easy as possible. Football Parking Packages are now available
online at http://transport.tamu.edu/CMS/announcement.aspx?id=186 or
at the Customer Assistance Center located in 108 Koldus. These $60 packages
(plus applicable sales tax) include passes which are valid in the West Campus
Garage or PA 61 for all home games. Free "Get to the Grid" game day express
shuttles also will be running to and from Post Oak Mall. For more information,
go to http://transport.tamu.edu/.
Computer Science Distinguished Former Student Award
Nominations Due July 30
Texas A&M's Department of Computer Science needs your help
to recognize successful Aggies for their contributions to the fields of
computer science and computer engineering. To nominate a former student for
this inaugural award, to be presented in spring 2005, submit a letter of
nomination, a brief citation (not more than 80 words) describing the nominee's
technical accomplishments and contributions to the computing profession, and a
current vita or resume. Three supporting letters per nomination may be
included. Materials may be sent to the attention of Leah Lewis at
CSAggies@cs.tamu.edu or 979-845-1420 (fax). Nominations are due Fri.,
July 30.
Aggie Crowned Miss Rodeo Texas
One of Texas' oldest and most storied sports celebrated its
latest champion June 25, crowning San Antonio's Tanya Harvey '06 Miss Rodeo
Texas. Harvey, who is majoring in agricultural journalism at Texas A&M, was
selected for her horsemanship, appearance and personality. She is editor of the
AgriLeader magazine and a member of the Saddle and Sirloin Club as well as
Alpha Phi Omega. As Miss Rodeo Texas, Harvey will travel across the state
encouraging Texas youth to recognize the impact a rich western heritage has had
on their state's development and to educate Texans about the important role
agriculture plays in their everyday lives. To schedule Harvey for an event in
your area, go to http://miss-rodeo-texas.com.
Help Build Champions with the 12th Man Foundation
Check out this special message from the 12th Man Foundation and help Aggie
Athletics succeed in its mission to win with honor on and off the playing
fields.
Aggie Calendar
July 24 - Montgomery County A&M Club 3rd Annual 42
Tournament
Join the Montgomery County A&M Club for dominoes, drinks and fun at Buffalo
Wild Wings. Cost is $5 per person. For directions and more information, go to http://www.mcaggies.com/42Tourn.asp.
July 24 - 5th Annual Howard County A&M Club Scholarship
Auction and Reunion
Whoop it up for a good cause at the Big Spring Country Club.
Your $5 donation will cover hors d'oeuvres at 5 p.m., followed by the 6 p.m.
auction. RSVP to Diana Newton '73 at 432-263-4204, 432-267-2402 (fax; ATTN:
Lonnie) or fig@crcom.net.
July 25 - Houston A&M Club Coach's Night
Celebrate the conclusion of the 2004 Coach's Tour in style with
the Houston A&M Club. For complete details, visit the Club's website at http://ensim.aghosting.com/~admin15/ .
Aug. 3 - Texas Clipper II Docking, Corpus Christi
Meet the Aggies that sail aboard the Texas Clipper II, Texas
A&M-Galveston's research vessel, and enjoy barbeque with the Nueces County
A&M Club. Events start at 6 p.m. RSVP by July 26 for security purposes to
Staci Frerich at
frerich4@saltyaggies.com,
9839 Daisy Drive, Corpus Christi, TX< 78410; or 361-241-7578.
Aug. 4 - Aggie Night at the Astros, Houston
Join local A&M Clubs at Minute Maid Ballpark for a night of
Astros baseball and Aggie camaraderie! A&M's Coach Fran will kick off the
festivities with the first pitch. For more information, contact Scott Jarvis
'00 at 979-845-7514.
Aug. 14 - Greater Waco A&M Club 42 Tournament
Join the Waco A&M Club at 1 p.m. at Slo Poke's BBQ to
compete for cash prizes and Aggie domino supremacy. Proceeds benefit the
Greater Waco A&M Foundation Scholarship Fund. For more information or to
enter, contact Laci Charlton at 254-722-3080 or
lcharlton1@hotmail.com
or Angela Dulak at 254-753-1732 or
adulak98@hotmail.com
.
Sept. 1-4 - Utah Football Weekend, Salt Lake City
Support your Fightin' Texas Aggies and take in the beauty of
Salt Lake City at the same time! Prices start at $1,359 per person, which
includes roundtrip airfare, 3 nights' stay at the Grand America Hotel, an
alumni reception and Yell Practice, sightseeing and more! For complete details,
contact the Traveling Aggies at 979-845-7514.
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