News from The Association
The Association, Texas A&M Announce 2008 Distinguished
Alumni
Texas A&M University and The Association of Former Students are proud to announce
the recipients of the 2008 Distinguished Alumnus Award: Charles H. "Charlie" Weinbaum,
Jr. '47 of Beaumont; James D. "Doug" Pitcock, Jr. '49 of Houston; Arthur R. "Artie"
McFerrin, Jr. '65 of Kingwood, and Neal W. Adams '68 of Euless. The Distinguished
Alumnus Award is the highest honor bestowed upon a former student of Texas A&M
University. The award recognizes outstanding Aggies who have made significant contributions
within their professions, communities and significant contributions to Texas A&M.
For more information on the Distinguished Alumnus Award and its recipients, go to
AggieNetwork.com/distinguishedalumni/2008/.
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2008 Distinguished Achievement Award Honors 24
Texas A&M University and The Association of Former Students awarded 24 faculty
and staff members with the 2008 Distinguished Achievement Award. The award celebrates
faculty and staff members who exhibit the highest standards of excellence at Texas
A&M. Since its start in 1955, the award has been presented to 834 professionals.
This year's recipients come from various colleges and departments, all with different
jobs and responsibilities. To read about the 2008 Distinguished Achievement Award
winners, visit
AggieNetwork.com/AMNotebook/DistAchiv/.
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On April 21, thousands of current and former students joined together to remember
and celebrate the lives of Aggies who passed away during previous year. From College
Station to China, more than 300 Musters were held worldwide on the anniversary of
the Battle of San Jacinto. This year's speaker at campus Muster held in Reed Arena
was Dr. John A. Adams '73, author of "We Are the Aggies," "Softly Call the Muster"
and "Keepers of the Spirit." University President Elsa Murano, along with Student
Body President Conner Prochaska '07 and The Association of Former Students President
General Hal M. Hornburg '68 (USAF, Ret), spoke of the sanctity of Aggie Muster.
For more on Muster, visit
http://muster.tamu.edu/ or
http://www.theeagle.com/am/Aggies-united-at-Muster.
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"The Next Tradition" Graduation Party
"The Next Tradition" graduation party, hosted by The Association of Former Students,
will be held at the Student Recreation Center in the Archery Room May 8 from 5:30
to 7:30 p.m. The Association invites all graduates and their family and friends
to stop by to enjoy free hamburgers and lots of door prizes. This is a great opportunity
for new grads to learn about their next tradition—being a former student! Graduates,
come learn about The Aggie Network, pick up a window decal and join the Century
Club. Call (979)845-7514 with any questions.
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2008 Coach's Nights With Mike Sherman
The Association partnered with the 12th Man Foundation and local A&M Clubs to
take Texas A&M Head Football Coach Mike Sherman on a tour across Texas. He is
planning a great season for the Aggies and wants to tell you all about it. The 2008
tour of Coach's Nights starts July 27 in San Antonio and will continue throughout
the summer. All proceeds support the local A&M Club's scholarship funds. For
more information, and to see the full Coach's Night 2008 schedule, visit
AggieNetwork.com/Events/CoachsTour.aspx.
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Nominations Open For 2008 Aggie 100
Could you be one of the 2008 Aggie 100? Nominations are now open and the 2008 Aggie
100 program is looking for a few great companies—100 to be exact. Are you one of
the fastest growing Aggie-owned or Aggie-led businesses in the world? The Aggie
100 not only celebrates business success, it provides a forum to pass lessons to
the next generation of Aggie entrepreneurs. Your company may be eligible for the
2008 Aggie 100. Visit
www.aggie100.com to read about the program, the criteria and to see last
year's Aggie 100 honorees. Nominations close May 31.
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TAMU-Qatar Students Receive Aggie Rings
Thirty-five Aggies at Texas A&M University at Qatar received their Aggie Rings
April 17 at a ceremony in Doha, Qatar. April's ring delivery was the largest to
date in Doha and it brings the total number of Aggie Rings presented at Texas A&M
at Qatar to more than 70.
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Join the Traveling Aggies on an Upcoming Trip
Join the Traveling Aggies on their many journeys around the world, including the
following:
Mayan Riviera; Nov. 9-15
Set out each day from the charming village of Puerto Morelos to stroll on the
main plaza of Play del Carmen with its textile and basket stands, and explore the
silver shops in Cozumel. Discover what the Mayan Riviera has to offer, including
a breathtaking landscape, the cerulean blue waters of the Caribbean and the chance
to walk in the footsteps of the Maya and Spanish conquistadors. Finally, connect
with the community through a regional service project.
Holiday Markets of Salzburg and Vienna Discovery; Dec. 2-10
This special program combines an itinerary of planned excursions and free time at
two of Austria's most spectacular cities. Begin in the picture-postcard town of
Salzburg, the setting for the film The Sound of Music. Travel to Steyr, known for
its exquisite nativity scenes, and then to Vienna, where dazzling sights abound
at every turn.
Australia and New Zealand; Jan. 7-22
Cruising is the best way to see this destination as it is so geographically large.
The trip begins with a full day in Sydney with each port of call interspersed with
relaxing days at sea. Enjoy full days in Melbourne and Hobart before reaching New
Zealand. Visit Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington and Napier. See the exotic Tauranga
and end the trip in Auckland. Travel to each port in the luxurious 684 passenger
"Oceania m/s Nautica."
For more information on these trips and others, contact the Traveling Aggies at
(800) 633-7514 or (979) 845-7514. Also, visit AggieNetwork.com/Travel to read about upcoming trips, see
pictures from previous trips and meet our dedicated staff.
News from Texas A&M University
Aggie Band Announces Drum Majors
Corps of Cadets Elliot Stump '09, Adam Broussard '09 and Samantha Kropp '09 will
lead the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band next year—Stump as the combined band drum
major, Broussard as the infantry drum major and Kropp as the artillery drum major.
Kropp's selection marks a first for females. Never before has a woman led the band
as a drum major. Drum major candidates go through a rigorous selection process that
considers their experience and contributions to the band as well as their command
presence, integrity, respect among their fellow bandsmen and how they represent
themselves, the Corps of Cadets and the Aggie Band. To learn more about the three
drum majors and the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, visit
http://www.aggiecorps.org/CurrentNews/bandleadership0809.html.
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Largest Class In History To Graduate May 9-10
A record five commencement ceremonies will be held in May to award more than 5,500
undergraduate and graduate degrees. Graduation is May 9-10 at Reed Arena. A separate
ceremony May 8 will award about 128 doctor of veterinary medicine degrees at Rudder
Auditorium. For more information on Texas A&M's spring commencement ceremonies
including parking information, overnight lodging and services for disabled guests,
visit
http://graduation.tamu.edu/.
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Murano On "Texas Monthly Talks"
Texas A&M President Elsa Murano was featured on the PBS television show "Texas
Monthly Talks" April 13. During the program hosted by Texas Monthly Editor Evan
Smith, Murano discussed Aggieland—its traditions, standard of education and future—along
with what it is like to be the first woman and first Hispanic president of Texas
A&M. She even tells her favorite "Longhorn joke." To watch the entire program,
visit
http://www.texasmonthly.com/texasmonthlytalks.
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Engineering Graduate Program And Bush School Ranked In U.S.
News & World Report
Texas A&M Engineering's graduate program ranked 13th overall and 7th among public
institutions in the latest U.S. News & World Report survey, "America's Best Graduate
Schools 2009." In a separate listing, the Bush School of Government and Public Service
at Texas A&M ranked 23rd in the nation in the latest ranking for graduate programs
in public affairs. The Bush School's rankings, conducted in fall 2007, considered
the national reputation of the public affairs programs at 201 public schools. Since
the Bush School's start 1997, enrollment has jumped from 12 students to 160 full-time
degree students and another 350 enrolled through extended education certificate
programs. For more on the engineering graduate program, visit
http://tamunews.tamu.edu/archives/article.php?articleid=5989&month=4&year=2008.
Additional information on the Bush School's ranking can be found at
http://tamunews.tamu.edu/archives/article.php?articleid=6025&month=4&year=2008.
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Jason Castro '09, a 21-year-old construction science major from Rockwall, is one
of the top five contestants on the top-ranking television show "American Idol."
In one of Castro's early performances, he told viewers of his Aggie roots and whooped.
Former and current students have joined to support their fellow Ag through watch
parties and Web sites and have placed votes to pushing him into the next round.
"American Idol" is a reality television show and contest to find the best young
singer in the country. The winner is chosen through nationwide auditions and public
vote. Every week viewers call and vote for their favorite singer. "American Idol"
airs Tuesdays at 7 p.m. CDT, and Wednesdays at 8 p.m. CDT on FOX.
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TAMU Recognizes And Applauds Student Employees
Student workers Alison Sullins '08 and Meagan Martinez, graduate student, were named
Texas A&M's student employees of the year. Both received a $2,000 scholarships
sponsored by The Association of Former Students. Sullins received her award for
working in the community as a childcare worker, and Martinez was recognized for
her work on campus as a student worker in the office of the Faculty Senate. They
were honored at the 10th Annual Student Employees of the Year ceremony April 17,
which was hosted by Scholarships & Financial Aid. Martinez and Sullins were chosen
out of 41 nominated employees both on and off campus.
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Texas A&M Golf Course Annual Golf Classic
Registration is now open for Texas A&M Golf Course's 36th Annual Golf Classic
set for May 16-17. The $150 entry fee ($95 for current Texas A&M students) includes
green fees, cart fees, range balls for two days, hat, contest holes, lunch Friday,
breakfast and lunch Saturday, and awards. The range opens May 16 at 9:30 a.m. To
see the schedule or register for the event, visit
http://recsports.tamu.edu/programs/Golf/GolfClassic08_Reg_Online.pdf.
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Sponsored Messages
Aggie Calendar
May 8: The Next Tradition Graduation Party
Student Recreation Center Archery Room, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
AggieNetwork.com/Events/tnt.aspx
May 8-10: Women's Golf @ NCAA Central Regional
Austin, All Day
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=WGO
May 8-10: Commencement
http://graduation.tamu.edu/
May 9-11: Men's Tennis @ NCAA 1st/2nd Rounds
Campus Sites, TBA
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MTE
May 9-11: Softball @ Big 12 Championship
Oklahoma City, Okla., TBA
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=WSB
May 9-11: Women's Tennis @ NCAA 1st/2nd Rounds
Campus Sites, TBA
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=WTE
May 10: Corps of Cadets Final Review
http://www.aggiecorps.org/CurrentNews/finalreview2008.html
May 12: LeaderShape
http://studentactivities.tamu.edu/leadandserve/programs/leadershape
May 15-17: Men's Golf @ NCAA Central Regional
Columbus, Ohio, All Day
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MGO
May 16: Men's Baseball @ Texas
Austin, 6:05 p.m.
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MBA
May 16-18: Track and Field @ Big 12 Outdoor Championships
Boulder, Colo., All Day
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=TRK
May 17: Men's Baseball vs. Texas
Olsen Field, 6:30 p.m.
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MBA
May 18: Men's Baseball vs. Texas
Olsen Field, 1 p.m.
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MBA
May 20-26: Men's Tennis @ NCAA Indiv. Championships
Tulsa, Okla., TBA
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MTE
May 20-23: Women's Golf @ NCAA Championships
Albuquerque, N.M., All Day
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=WGO
May 20-26: Women's Tennis @ NCAA Indiv. Championships
Tulsa, Okla., TBA
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=WTE
May 26: Memorial Day
The Association of Former Students closed
May 28-May 31: Men's Golf @ NCAA Championship
West Lafayette, Ind., All Day
http://www.aggieathletics.com/index.php?SID=MGO
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