July 2006

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     News from The Association
»  Distinguished Alumni Gala Scheduled for Oct. 13
»  Coach's Tour Concludes in Austin
»  Fall Reunions Bring Classmates Together
»  Renew Century Club Memberships Today
»  Aggie Ring Orders and Repairs Available
»  Join the Traveling Aggies on an Upcoming Trip

News from Texas A&M University
»  New A&M Apparel Available at MSC Bookstore
»  Aggie Astronaut Returns Safely From Mission
»  First Yell Takes Place Sept. 1-2
»  Life Sciences Building a Landmark Project
»  Kyle Field Video Board Under Construction
»  Nominations Accepted for Computer Science Alumni Awards
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News from The Association
Distinguished Alumni Gala Scheduled for Oct. 13
The Association and Texas A&M University will honor the school's 2006 Distinguished Alumni at the Distinguished Alumni Gala on Friday, October 13 at 6:30 p.m. in Duncan Dining Hall. The Distinguished Alumnus Award is the highest honor bestowed upon a former student and is presented to individuals whose accomplishments, affiliations and careers have distinctly honored the legacy of excellence at Texas A&M. This year's inductees are L.C. "Chazz" Neely, Jr. '62, Erle A. Nye '59, Rear Adm. Robert Smith III '61, Richard W. Younts '67 and the posthumously recognized Col. E.B. Cushing, Class of 1880, and Dr. Frederick E. Giesecke, Class of 1886. Tickets and table packages for the event are currently available for purchase. For information on how you can participate, please call The Association of Former Students at (979) 845-7514 or visit www.AggieNetwork.com/DistinguishedAlumni.

Coach's Tour Concludes in Austin
After an exciting summer that featured stops all across Texas, the 2006 Coach's Tour will wrap up with an appearance in Austin. All Aggies are welcome to attend the final Coach's Night on August 1 at the Travis County Expo Center. Not only will Texas A&M Head Football Coach Dennis Franchione be on hand to give the ultimate insider's perspective on the 2006 Aggie football team, but the event promises unique opportunities for scholarship fundraising and Aggie camaraderie. For more information on the 2006 Coach's Tour, go to http://www.AggieNetwork.com/events/coachstour.aspx?rt=u.

Fall Reunions Bring Classmates Together
One thing that sets Texas A&M apart from many other schools is the camaraderie we share through the Aggie Network. An excellent way to take part in that camaraderie is by attending our Class Reunions. If you are wondering when your Class will have its next Reunion, it may be sooner than you think. Go to www.AggieNetwork.com/Reunions to see what Reunions are being held this fall. If your Classmates already get together on a regular basis to watch football games, have an annual barbecue, go on a fishing trip or just share good bull stories, be sure to send us pictures of your group enjoying these activities. For more information on how to submit them, email Class@AggieNetwork.com or call our former student programs staff at (979) 845-7514.

Renew Century Club Memberships Today
As the days of summer fly by, it's surprising to realize that the year is already more than halfway over. As 2006 continues to roll along, we urge you to keep our Annual Fund in mind. Don't miss an opportunity to support Texas A&M by waiting for a letter to come in the mail telling you that your Century Club membership has lapsed-renew today! If you are not currently an active Century Club member, become one today. You can donate online at www.AggieNetwork.com/GiveBack or by calling our Annual Giving staff at (979) 845-7514.
 
Aggie Ring Orders and Repairs Available
The Association of Former Students' Aggie Ring Office is currently taking Aggie Ring orders for qualified students. Rings ordered by September 7 will be delivered on November 2 at the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center. Rings may be ordered in person, by mail or by fax. The Aggie Ring Office can assist you with your Aggie Ring if it needs to be resized as well. You can either stop by The Association or mail your Ring directly to Balfour for repairs. For more information, go to www.AggieNetwork.com/Ring.

Join the Traveling Aggies on an Upcoming Trip
Join the Traveling Aggies on their many journeys around the world, including the following.

Romance of the Blue Danube; September 16-27
Experience the romantic kaleidoscope of sights and sounds that accentuate the Danube River, including the wondrous cities of Vienna and Prague.

Scotland: Highlands, Islands, and Lowlands; September 17-25
We welcome you to tour Western Scotland and marvel at its breathtaking landscapes, stunning castles and historic cities.

Budapest and Prague Escapade; November 9-17
Join us as we visit these two dynamic Eastern European capital cities and take in an atmosphere that mixes an Old World culture with a 21st century flair.

For more information on these trips and others, contact the Traveling Aggies at (800) 392-2096 or (979) 845-7514. Also, visit www.AggieNetwork.com/TravelingAggies to read about upcoming trips, see pictures from previous trips and meet our dedicated staff.

News from Texas A&M University
New A&M Apparel Available at MSC Bookstore
Just in time for the fall, the Memorial Student Center Bookstore on campus is now offering the following attire:

Ralph Lauren Polo (Maroon/White/Grey) Ralph Lauren Classic knit polos are now available with the ATM logo. Embroidered polo player accents the chest and the ATM logo in on the sleeve. 100 percent cotton for natural comfort and breathability. Click here to view or order!

Under Armour Heat Gear Loose-Fit T-Shirt (Maroon/Carbon) Collegiate Heat Gear Under Armour Wear is now available. Heat Gear delivers maximum moisture transport, keeping you cool, dry and light as temperatures rise. Click here to view or order!

Top of the World Cap (Maroon) (Infant/Toddler, Youth, Adult) Show off your team spirit with the ATM wool blend one-fit cap from Top of the World. Also available in maroon brushed cotton for infant/toddler and youth. Click here to view or order!

For more information, contact the MSC Bookstore by calling (979) 845-8681 or visit http://www.aggielocker.com .

Aggie Astronaut Returns Safely From Mission
Mike Fossum '80 and the rest of the Space Shuttle Discovery crew landed safely at NASA's Kennedy Space Center on July 17, following a mission that by all accounts was a resounding success. Fossum, a mission specialist, participated in three separate spacewalks during the 13-day, five million-mile journey, along with fellow astronaut Piers Sellers. The primary purpose of the mission-just the second to take place since the Columbia tragedy of 2003-was to test safety improvements on the shuttle and perform work on the International Space Station. For more on Fossum and the mission, named STS-121, go to www.nasa.gov or see our feature in the upcoming Texas Aggie magazine.

First Yell Takes Place Sept. 1-2
The eighth annual First Yell will be held September 1-2 in conjunction with the Texas A&M football game against The Citadel. The featured event of the weekend will be a performance by comedian Wayne Brady on Friday, September 1 in Reed Arena. Brady is best known for his work on ABC's improvisational comedy show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" as well as "The Wayne Brady Show." He will headline the show, which in the past has featured such guests as Bill Cosby, Jeff Foxworthy, Martin Short and Bill Engvall. As has been done in previous years by such acts as the Singing Cadets, Aggie Wranglers, Freudian Slip and Percussion Studio, First Yell 2006 will again open with performances by Texas A&M students. For more information, go to http://yell.tamu.edu .

Life Sciences Building a Landmark Project
On May 26, Texas A&M University President Dr. Robert M. Gates, along with other officials, broke ground on the $95 million Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building. Scheduled for completion in the summer of 2008, the 220,000 square-foot facility is the largest construction project in the university's 130-year history. The building, located north of Simpson Drill Field at the corner of Old Main and Houston Street, will be equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories, further pushing Texas A&M to the forefront in both research and teaching. This facility is just one of many construction projects for Texas A&M that total more than $300 million, making it one of the most ambitious new facilities programs being pursued by any school in the nation. For more information, go to http://ilsb.tamu.edu/ground-broken-for-ilsb.html/ .

Kyle Field Video Board Under Construction
When Aggie football fans take the stands in Kyle Field this fall, they will have a new perspective on the game. That's because construction is currently under way on a 3,900 square-foot video board in the south end zone. The screen will measure 53 feet by 73 feet, making it the second largest video board of its kind in any collegiate facility in the nation. The new structure will stand 110 feet off the ground and will be seven times the size of the structure it's replacing. The new video board will be officially unveiled when the Aggies kick-off the 2006 football season against The Citadel on Sept. 2. For more on this story, go to http://www.aggieathletics.com/pressRelease.php?PRID= 11534 or http://www.aggieathletics.com/gallery/kylevideo/.

Nominations Accepted for Computer Science Alumni Awards
The department of computer science would like to recognize former students who have contributed to the field of computer science or computer engineering by means of their success. This is an annual award that will be presented at the department's 2007 spring banquet. A nomination packet consists of a letter of nomination, a brief citation of no more than 80 words describing the nominee's technical accomplishments and contributions to the computing profession, and a current vita or résumé. Three supporting letters per nomination may be included. E-mail or fax nominations to the attention of Leah Lewis at CSAggies@cs.tamu.edu  or (979) 845-5275 by Friday, August 4, 2006.

Aggie Calendar
August 1: Capital City A&M Club Coach's Night
Travis County Expo Center, 7 p.m.
http://www.austinags.org/programs/fishfry.php

August 3: "Football 101: Chalk-Talk for Women"
The Zone Club at Kyle Field, 5 p.m.
www.aggieathletics.com 

August 11-12: Texas A&M Commencement Ceremonies
Reed Arena 
 http://graduation.tamu.edu

August 22: Hot Diggity Dog
Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
www.AggieNetwork.com/Events/Calendar.aspx

August 28: First day of fall classes
www.tamu.edu

September 14: Aggie Ring Day
Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center, 3 p.m.-6 p.m.
www.AggieNetwork.com/Events/Calendar.aspx

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