Meet your 2011 Class Agents!

Howdy Ags! The Young Alumni Advisory Council continues its series focusing on your Class Agents. These agents are elected to serve as a liaison between your Class and The Association. This week is the Class of 2011, as we count down to the week of Young Alumni Weekend when we'll highlight the Class of 2008 Class Agents as that Class will be celebrating its 10-year Reunion!

Chris Tucker (CT), a leadership studies major based in Houston, "Chris is the managing partner and co-founder of Athena Energy, an oil and gas marketing and trading company providing outsources hydrocarbon services to producers; including trading, scheduling and back office support. He is also a real estate investor focused on buying and revitalizing historic commercial and residential properties. Chris graduated from Texas A&M in 2011 with a BS in Leadership and lives in Houston with his wife Jessica, daughter Emerson (due in December) and their loyal dog Winston."

Kevin Andrews (KA), who earned a master of education in agricultural leadership, education and communications and is based in Midland, "Kevin Andrews ’11 is the director of information services for Imperative Chemical Partners (formerly WadeCo Specialties, Inc.) where he oversees the computing and communications infrastructure for a rapidly-growing, multi-state oilfield services company."

Angela Storseth (AS), a communication major based in  Conroe, "Angela may have been born in Billings, Montana, but her love for Texas is undeniable. Following her graduation from Texas A&M University, Angela began her professional career in the business community working for the Conroe/Lake Conroe Area Chamber of Commerce as their Director of Program Development and The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce as their director of government affairs. During her time at the Conroe Chamber, Angela volunteered on the campaign for state Sen. Brandon Creighton. Following his victory in 2014, Angela went to work for his successor, state Rep. Will Metcalf, as his district director and policy advisor for the Texas House of Representatives."

Molly Way (MW), a marketing major based in Houston, "After graduating in 2011 and I worked in the oil and gas industry in marketing for almost five years. My husband, Matt, also Class of 2011, and I recently moved back from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where we spent two years in an expat assignment with his company. We had the opportunity to travel tons and made awesome memories, connecting with Aggies along the way! Upon moving back to Houston, I began working with a local Aggie owned residential interior design firm, Lindsey Herod Interiors, where I am a design assistant and absolutely love it!"

Scott Petrowski (SP), a biomedical sciences major based in Houston, "I grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, before heading down to Texas to attend Texas A&M. After earning a degree in biomedical sciences, I began my career in the energy industry. I've worked in the retail power space, midstream oil and gas, and currently work as a financial trader for an oil and gas marketing company called CIMA Energy. I live in Houston with my wife Katie (Class of '12) and our dog, Frank."

Why did you want to become a Class Agent?
CT: I ran for Class Agent to help promote the Aggie Spirit and core values among my Classmates, former students and future Aggies. Texas A&M has afforded me many opportunities to learn, serve and develop since I first arrived on campus for FOW in 2007. I consider it a great honor to be able to serve as a Class Agent, which gives me an opportunity to return the favor.
KA: Much of my previous work with Aggies had been from an on-campus perspective. It's easy to bleed maroon when you are living in the heart of Aggieland. However, I want to keep my Classmates connected to Texas A&M and to be up-to-date with all the latest news and happenings - wherever they happen to be. I also want the Class of 2011 to realize that their contributions to Texas A&M can continue in many ways as a former student.
AS: During my time at Texas A&M, I was a Director in Class Councils. My favorite memories were the ones when former Class Council members came back to the University and talked to us about traditions and explained how they began, how they have evolved and how they have grown since their inception. We were taught how to keep the spirit of these traditions alive and that it takes passionate people like us to keep that spirit going, even after graduation. I felt becoming a class agent was the best way to keep our class connected and energized about the University we love so dearly. 
MW: In my time at Texas A&M, I was very involved and connected on campus between student groups, class, and volunteer opportunities. As a Former Student, I missed that feeling of connectedness, and becoming a Class Agent lets me continue to serve a University that has given me so much while supporting the Class of 2011 and the Association. As Aggies, we have the unique opportunity to continue to support our University in a variety of ways, and being a Class Agent lets me give back to Texas A&M, even in a small way. 
SP: I wanted to find a way to stay connected and continue to serve Texas A&M after graduating.

What goals do you have as a Class Agent?
CT: My goals are 1) to promote class unity; 2) keep the Class of 2011 updated on the achievements of our fellow Classmates and Texas A&M University, and; 3) encourage my Classmates to give generously, not only through donations, but also of their time.
I believe we should all invest in the further development of Texas A&M University and each other.
KA: Communication, connection and contribution. I want every member of the Class of 2011 to have the opportunity to hear the great things happening in Aggieland, to connect with one another and with Aggies of all generation, and to come together to continue leaving our legacy through gifts of time, talent and treasure.
AS: Our goal as a Class Agent group is to continue to connect our class of 2011 and keep them involved with the Aggie Network and each other. We have so many amazing class members that have already made huge accomplishments since graduation, class members that have started their own companies, and so many that have given back in huge ways to their communities. We would like to continue to share these accomplishments with our class, support each other, as well as keep them connected with all the advancements and growth of our university.
MW: My goals are to support our class through meaningful communications, provide opportunities to give back, plan class milestones to celebrate our time at Texas A&M, and to represent the core values of the university on behalf of the Class of 2011.
SP: I'd like to keep our class aware of what's happening on campus as well as what their fellow classmates are doing now. I also hope we can encourage our class to find different ways to give back to A&M.

What organizations were you a part of while at A&M?
CT: Corps of Cadets, SGA Executive Cabinet, Student Senate
KA: Served twice as Director of Grad Camp, as well as leadership roles in the Graduate and Professional Student Council and the 12th Man Student Foundation. Held multiple roles in the ALEC Graduate Student Society. Served as a representative on a number of university committees, including the Council for the Built Environment, Council for Strategic Budgeting, MSC Board of Directors, and on multiple awards selection committees.
AS: Class Councils (Ring Dance Director 2010, Class Treasurer 2010-2011) , Fish Camp Counselor (Camp Lallah 2009-2010, Camp Goodwin 2010-2011), David Gardeners Student Advisory Council (2007-2011), Class Agent (2010-Currently) 
MW: I was very involved in Fish Camp, starting as a Counselor and ultimately becoming an Assistant Director my Senior Year. I was also in a sorority, Zeta Tau Alpha, as well as involved with the Student Government Association through Parents Weekend and Fish Aides. I was awarded the Buck Weirus Spirit Award, a true honor.
SP: Fish Camp, Maroon Coats, Freshman Leadership Development Retreat

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