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February 2026

HOWDY, AGS! Howdy,

The fall was eventful for the San Antonio A&M Club with lots of events, and partnerships with other Aggies and local organizations. Our building continues to shine as a desirable venue for corporate and special events for Aggies and friends of Aggies. Our full-time staff of Alisha and Esha, with the help of numerous part-time interns, continue to keep the club running on track and the building scheduled for many rentals and events for the club.

Monday Lunches continued all Mondays but holiday weeks. We heard from Grant Moody ’12 on Bexar County Priorities and Key Issues. Grant’s office was also responsible for funding our second veteran’s scholarship to aid Aggie veterans as they complete their degrees.

Mark Crews ’79 then returned to the club to tell us about the selfless service of the student bonfire members when they gave us a part of their summer to help in the clearing and cleanup after the hill country floods. Chuck Miketinac then appeared to give us an update on sports media coverage in the San Antonio area followed by Al Slavin ’85 who gave us a peek into his world of art and art instruction. Lt Jason Heinen, USN(Ret) then gave us a rundown of the Alamo Battalion, San Antonio Sea Cadets. Our next speaker was Susan DeLano with the American Diabetes Association who also has a compelling personal story of her own. Todd Staples ’84 then caught us up on the work of the Texas Oil and Gas Association followed by Matt Reidy ’04 with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission and on the sport of Falconry. A special meeting took place on November 17 with Brandon Neff ’99 speaking about bonfire and remembering those we lost and his personal reflections and experiences on that day.

Our annual meeting was held the week of Thanksgiving and the club was reported to be moving forward with a positive bank account and solid plans for the future. Our total projected Revenues were $719,553 with $618,132 in expenses expected for a net of $101,421. Legacy fundraisers netted more than $135,000 while projected rentals brought in about $250,000 to cover our scholarship

commitments and club expenses.

Events for the fall included Aggie Run Club on every other Monday, Aggie Work Days on September 13 and November 1, several Aggie Happy Hours presented by our Young Aggie Chapter, Game Day Bus Trips to College Station and Game Watch Parties for those who could not make the trips.

Our final fundraiser of the year was Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships on November 1 with a lively crowd who enjoyed the music of two excellent up and coming country artists including our Young Aggie Coordinator, Trey Gonzalez ’19 and headliner Clay Hollis.

Thanks for being a part of the San Antonio Aggie family and I look forward to seeing you at Monday lunches and other club events.

Thanks, and Gig ’Em,

Lane Mitchell ’79

2025 President

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Board of Directors EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT Lane Mitchell ‘79 president@saamcf.org

VICE PRESIDENT Paula Schnettler ‘82

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TREASURER Robert Lozano ‘89

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SECRETARY Mitchell Byrum ’17

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DIRECTORS 3RD YEAR DIRECTORS Don Meyer ‘78 Austin Teske ‘18 Marianne Marquardt Fly ’88 2ND YEAR DIRECTORS Mario Guel ‘07 ’19 Ty Chumbley ‘06 Ruben Luna ‘90 1ST YEAR DIRECTORS Richard Delgado Jr. ‘19 Andrew Quesada ‘15 Chris Schrader ’19

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2026 Board

YOUNG AGGIES YOUNG AGGIES COORDINATOR Trey Gonzalez ’19 youngaggies@saamcf.org

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YOUNG AGGIES VICE COORDINATOR Thomas Holmes ‘19

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EVENT SCHEDULE

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Monday Lunch, Dr. William N. Wilkins

APRIL 2026

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A&M vs Auburn Baseball Bus Trip

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Monday Lunch, Jim Guy Egbert ‘99

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Monday Lunch, Bobby Ahdieh

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Monday Lunch, Justin Krobot ‘09

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18 Feed The Rudder’s Rangers

18 Coach’s Night

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20 Monday Lunch, Steven Metzler ‘99

18 No Monday Lunch, Coach’s Night

23 Monday Lunch, Jim Mullen ‘75

21 Muster

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25 Aggie Golf Classic

24 Feed The Band

25 No Monday Lunch, Memorial Day

30 Monday Lunch, Brett McCully, P.E.

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25 No Aggie Run Club, Memorial Day

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Fall 2025 Recap

YOUNG AGGIES OF SAN ANTONIO

Howdy San Antonio, I want to thank you for the opportunity to serve as your Young Aggie Coordinator this past year. I’m incredibly proud of what we accomplished together — we made the Young Aggie presence truly felt across San Antonio!

This fall we saw record-setting turnouts at our weekend watch parties, continued strong engagement at monthly happy hours, launched two-stepping nights at Thirsty Horse Saloon, built our own run club, and grew our social media following across all platforms. None of this would have been possible without your support and participation.

As we look ahead, I’m excited to see the direction our new Young Aggie Coordinator, Abi Dixon, will bring in 2026. I encourage you to share your ideas for happy hours, watch parties, extracurricular activities, and other events by reaching out through the Young Aggie email, Instagram, or GroupMe. Thank you again for being such an active and welcoming community.

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February 2026

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

The San Antonio A&M Club and Membership Committee would like to honor MAJ AJ Kwan ‘71 who passed away on December 21, 2025. AJ was an integral part of the 2025 Membership Committee and will truly be missed. May his soul rest in peace.

Yours in Service,

Mario A. Guel ’07 ’19

Membership Committee Chair Membership Committee Seeking Volunteers:

Volunteers will join the Membership Committee to help engage current membership and grow our members. We are looking for representatives from the following classes: 80s, 90s, 2010s, and 2020s!

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February 2026

TEXAS A&M BTHO NOTRE DAME WATCH PARTY AT AGGIE PARK Our Texas A&M vs Notre Dame Aggie Park Watch Party on Saturday, September 13th was a fantastic celebration of Aggie football! We had more than 150 Aggie fans (plus a couple of brave Notre Dame fans) watch the Aggies against the Fighting Irish. Guests were treated to delicious food from Sari-Sari Filipino Restaurant’s food truck, with lumpia being a crowd favorite.

Aggie fans were holding their breath as the Texas A&M Aggies squeaked out a 41–40 win over No. 8 Notre Dame with a late touchdown pass from Marcel Reed to Nate Boerkircher in the game’s final seconds. The atmosphere at Aggie Park was electric!

Gig ’em,

Chris Schrader ’19

2025 1st Year Board of Director

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Fall 2025 Recap

TAILGATING IN

COLLEGE STATION - BTHO MISSISSIPPI STATE The San Antonio A&M Club brought the Aggie spirit to College Station in full force during the October 4th football game against Mississippi State. Over 100 enthusiastic tailgaters gathered at Aggie Park, creating an unforgettable experience for all in attendance. Among them were more than 50 bus riders who departed from Aggie Park in San Antonio, making the journey together to cheer on the Aggies.

The event featured a delicious BBQ spread, highlighted by pulled pork sandwiches generously donated by Ruben ‘90 and Becky Luna, along with contributions from many others who helped make the meal a true feast. A heartfelt thank you goes out to Mandy Scott ‘87, Lisa Lozano ‘26, and Paula Schnettler ‘82 for their hard work in setting up and taking down the tailgate area.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, attendees were treated to a special performance by The Aggieland Mariachis, who energized the crowd with the Aggie War Hymn. The excitement continued when Eli Cipriano ’20 delivered an impromptu rendition of “El Rey,” which was met with cheers and applause. The performances were a highlight of the day, leaving many attendees asking if this incredible tailgate will become an annual tradition.

The San Antonio A&M Club thanks everyone who participated and contributed to making this event a success.

Gig ’em,

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BOOT SCOOTIN’ FOR SCHOLARSHIPS: A NIGHT OF MUSIC, COMMUNITY, AND AGGIE SPIRIT The San Antonio A&M Club hosted its second annual Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships fundraising concert on November 1, 2025. The event brought together Aggies and community members for an evening of live music, delicious food, and generous giving. All proceeds support scholarships for Bexar County students attending Texas A&M University.

A Growing Tradition What started as a vision to create a signature fundraising event for the San Antonio A&M Club has now become a beloved annual tradition. The second year of Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships was built on the foundation established in 2024. This year’s committee focused on enhancing every aspect of the guest experience while keeping the mission front and center: opening doors to higher education for deserving local students.

boots moving across the dance floor within minutes of his first chord.

Headliner Clay Hollis then took the reins and elevated the energy even further. Hollis delivered an outstanding performance that had the entire venue on its feet. Whether guests were seasoned two-steppers or first-time line dancers, Hollis created an atmosphere where everyone felt welcome to join the fun.

Good Food, Good Friends, and Good Spirits Live Music That’ll Get Those Boots Scootin’!

The heart of Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships beats to the rhythm of live country music. This year’s lineup featured two outstanding performers who kept the energy high from start to finish.

Both artists demonstrated remarkable talent and showmanship. The dance floor remained the place to be throughout the night as guests of all ages celebrated together. The music created memories that will last long after the final note faded.

The Mission Behind the Music While the entertainment and hospitality made for an unforgettable evening, the true purpose of Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships remained at the forefront. Every ticket purchased, every sponsorship secured, and every donation made contributes directly to scholarships for Bexar County students pursuing their education at Texas A&M University.

The evening kicked off with a performance by Trey Gonzalez, one of the San Antonio A&M Club’s own members. Gonzalez took the stage and immediately connected with the audience. Watching a fellow Aggie command the stage added a special layer of meaning to the performance. Gonzalez warmed up the crowd and had

For many students, these scholarships represent the difference between attending their dream school and settling for alternatives. The San Antonio A&M Club believes that financial circumstances should never prevent talented, hardworking students from becoming Aggies. Through events like Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships, the club works to remove barriers and create opportunities.

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February 2026 The impact extends beyond individual recipients. When local students earn degrees from Texas A&M, they return to San Antonio as educated professionals ready to contribute to our community. The investment in scholarships pays dividends for generations to come.

Looking Ahead: A Bold Vision for The Future Organizers are proud of the progress made from year one to year two, specifically with patron experience. Feedback from attendees confirmed that the event is heading in the right direction. However, the San Antonio A&M Club has set its sights on an ambitious goal: growing Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships to raise $100,000 for student scholarships.

Reaching this milestone will require expanded support from the community. The club is already looking ahead to the third annual event and recognizes that early planning is essential for continued growth.

Get Involved: Volunteers Needed The success of Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships depends on dedicated volunteers who share the club’s commitment to education and community. Planning for the 2026 event will begin soon, and organizers are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the committee.

Scholarships the biggest and best yet.

A Community United Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships represents the best of what the Aggie network can accomplish. When former students, current students, families, and community members come together around a shared purpose, remarkable things happen. The second annual event proved that this tradition has staying power and unlimited potential.

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, sponsored, and supported the 2025 event. Your generosity is changing lives. Here’s to an even bigger and better Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships in 2026.

Gig ’em,

Austin Teske ’18 and Mitchell Byrum ‘17 Boot Scootin’ Chairs and Board Members

THANK YOU TO OUR COWBOY SPONSORS:

Volunteer opportunities span a wide range of skills and interests. Whether you excel at event logistics, marketing, sponsorship outreach, or simply want to help wherever needed, there is a place for you on the team. No experience is required, just a willingness to contribute and a passion for the Aggie spirit.

If you are interested in helping plan the next Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships, please reach out to the San Antonio A&M Club. Your involvement can make a direct impact on the lives of future Aggies.

Partnership Opportunities Reaching the $100,000 fundraising goal will require strong partnerships with local and regional businesses. The San Antonio A&M Club invites companies to explore brand partnership opportunities for the 2026 event.

Sponsors receive valuable exposure to an engaged audience of professionals, families, and community leaders. More importantly, partners align their brand with a cause that transforms lives and strengthens our community. Various sponsorship levels are available to accommodate businesses of all sizes.

Companies interested in learning more about partnership opportunities should contact the San Antonio A&M Club.

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February 2026

FALL MONDAY LUNCH SPEAKER LEADERSHIP SERIES

We were blessed with some great speakers all year, and Fall was no exception! First of all, thanks to those that helped secure some of our speakers by providing topics, names, and contact information. You know who you are, and I can’t thank you enough!

We started off September with our Club’s own – Michael Zendejas ’99 Owner/CEO of Homewatch CareGivers of San Antonio-North who enlightened us about home and facility health options and provided us all with much food for thought, whether we’re looking down the road for our own care, or for the care of a loved one.

In mid-September we welcomed our Bexar County Commissioner Precinct 3, Grant Moody ’12, another Club member who is a great friend and partner of the San Antonio A&M Club, as it’s through the Commissioner’s office that we have generously received grants for several years for Veteran’s scholarships.

Mark Crews ‘79 spoke on September 22, of the support that the Kendall County Aggie Moms’ and the Student Bonfire Crew provided in the wake of the Hill Country Floods. His talk was entitled “That’s what an Aggie is: How the Bonfire Crew BTHO the Kerrville Floods!”. We also presented the Kendall County Aggie Moms’ with the money we raised from passing the hat (~$450) at a

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Monday Lunch shortly after the floods.

The month of September was rounded out by Chuck Miketinac the Sports Director/Anchor from Fox San Antonio’s “Maximum Sports”. He’s always a fan favorite speaker, and this year was no exception as he walked us through his Aggie/ Notre Dame Road Story from the perspective of a true fan.

October was another great month of speakers with Al Slavin ’85 who is an amazing artist that specializes in Aggie and Traditional fine art. He even donated a couple of his prints to give away to a November Speaker, and a Silent Auction item for our Boot Scootin’ for Scholarships fundraiser.

LT. Jason Heinen, USN (Ret.) was our speaker on October 20, and is the Commanding Officer of the Alamo Battalion, San Antonio Sea Cadets, and provided much insight.

October was capped off by Susan DeLano, Director of Development of the American Diabetes Association, who provided statistics and resources regarding the growing issue of Diabetes in our area and the country. As the mother of a Type 1 Diabetic, this is a topic near and dear to my heart, and knowledge is power, which Susan provided us with much of.

Our November started off with a bang with Todd Staples ’84, President of The Texas Oil and Gas Association charging us

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On November 10, we were graced with Matt Reidy ’04 and his Falcon! Matt is a Wildlife Biologist with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and shared his extensive knowledge about our environment and the wildlife in it, including managing herds, etc. He also introduced us to his beautiful falcon and treated us with stories of the art of falconry. We also had our 2026 Board of Directors Nominees introduce themselves to the lunch attendees in anticipation of the upcoming Board elections.

November 17 was a special day as we held a Bonfire Remembrance celebration and honored the 12 that we lost when the Bonfire Stack fell at 2:42am on November 18, 1999, by calling each one by name, lighting a candle for them, saying “Here” in unison, and wearing maroon and white lapel ribbons. Our speaker, Brandon Neff ’99 was Head Yell Leader in ’98 and read “The Last Corps Trip” at the last sanctioned Bonfire in 1998. He spoke to us from the heart about the last sanctioned Bonfire, that fateful day in 1999, and the resilience of Aggies and their undying spirit. He even recited “The Last Corps Trip” for us, told of its history, and included the new verse that was written for the Bonfire victims. We ended on a high, uplifting note, by singing “The Spirit of Aggieland” together, and holding a mini BTHO Yell Practice.

The end of November took us to our Annual Meeting, where we got a great recap of the Club and Foundation year by Lane Mitchell ‘79 and Robert Lozano ‘90, and an APEC update from Mandy Scott ’87. This also marked the beginning of the voting period for our 2026 Board

Members – Brenda Leal ‘24, Derek Cossey ‘88, and Tony Franklin ‘79. With a vacancy for our Secretary position, the Board of Directors held a special election in February 2026 and selected, Don Meyer ‘78 as the 2026 Secretary.

It was both challenging and fun to gather the speakers all year, and as I crafted this article to highlight the Fall Speakers, I’m reminded of the great speakers and topics, we covered all year!

I have no doubt that your 2026 Vice President, Robert Lozano ’89, will “knock it out of the park” on a weekly basis with awesome, informative, enlightening, and timely speakers and topics. Please make plans to come to as many Monday Lunches as you can to support the Club and our speakers that Robert will work hard to secure for your enjoyment!

Thanks, and Gig ’em!

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February 2026

RIVALRY RENEWED NOVEMBER 28: TEXAS A&M VS tu WATCH PARTY Going into late November, Young Aggie Coordinator Trey Gonzalez was soaking in the football season just like the rest of Aggieland. Week after week, the team delivered — and with every win, a quiet confidence began to grow. It was the kind of feeling many Aggies hadn’t experienced in years. By the time Thanksgiving approached, it felt only right to slow down, take stock of the moment, and celebrate what this team had accomplished — especially heading into the rivalry game against tu. After all…an undefeated season has a way of bringing everyone together.

With that spirit in mind, the Young Aggies hosted a special watch party at Chicken N Pickle for all San Antonio Aggies. The private event welcomed everyone with free food, open doors, and a chance to experience the 12th Man energy side by side.

LAUGHTER FILLED THE ROOM, NEW FRIENDSHIPS FORMED, AND THE MAROON PRIDE WAS UNMISTAKABLE. By the end of the night, the celebration had raised nearly $1,500 and became our largest watch party of the year, with more than 150 Aggies in attendance.

What began as an idea to simply enjoy the game together turned into something bigger — a new tradition. And with the rivalry officially reignited, we can’t wait to welcome everyone back next year at Chicken N Pickle on November 27, 2026!

Gig ‘em!

Trey Gonzalez ’19

2025 Young Aggies Coordinator

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February 2026

APEC QUARTERLY UPDATE AGGIE PARK ENDOWMENT (APE)

SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT (SE)

BALANCE AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2025

BALANCE AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2025

$1,509,283

$996,633*

The SAAMCF Aggie Park Endowment Committee (APEC) met on Wednesday, November 5 to review endowment account activity during the 3rd quarter of 2025. Balances for both endowment accounts as of the end of Q3 are provided above. (* $259,500 of the SE balance represents funds contracted or reserved for future scholarship stipends.)

Endowment donations received during Q3 totaled $180 for the APE and $200 for the SE. Donations received YTD through Q3 for the APE equaled $1,957, and YTD donations received for the SE reached an impressive $25,405. Both endowments have performed well in 2025 earning a YTD rate of return of 9.91% for the APE and 9.31% for the SE. The APE distribution policy allows for an annually calculated amount to be available for repairs, maintenance, and improvements (RMI) for Aggie Park.

The RMI available in 2026 is $51,715.

Currently, there is no distribution policy

for the SE; however, in November the SAAMCF Board of Directors approved a goal to establish a distribution policy for the SE once the adjusted balance in the account reaches $1M. (The SE balance adjusted for contracted/reserved scholarship stipends is approximately $737,000 making the gap between the current adjusted balance and the $1M target roughly $263,000.) Once in place, a distribution policy for the SE could support a variety of options such as supplementing our annual scholarship fundraising efforts, providing funds for an increased number of scholarships, or allowing for an increase in the current scholarship stipend amount.

As I complete my service as APEC Chair, I’d like to express sincere appreciation to our 2025 donors for their commitment to building our endowments and ensuring the longterm viability and stability of both our Club facility, Aggie Park, and our

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Club Scholarship Program. I would also like to thank the members of our Investment Committee—Richard Kardys ’67, Scott McMillan ’89, and Bob Johnson ’90—for providing APEC with expert financial advice and guidance in managing our endowments. Finally, I’d like to thank the SAAMCF members listed below who will lead and serve on the APEC in 2026.

Bill Hill ’84 – Chair Logan Richter ‘05 Bonnie Hitschel ‘86 Becki Holmes ‘82 Don Preecs ‘83 If you are interested in making an impactful and lasting gift of any amount to one or both of our endowments, simply visit saamcf.org and click on Donate!

Thanks & Gig ‘em,

Mandy Scott ’87 2025 APEC Chair

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AGGIE MOMS’ CLUB Howdy! Our San Antonio Aggie Moms’ Club had a fun filled fall session full of activities to welcome all our new members and began the countdown towards our Centennial Celebration which will take place in April. Our Club will be celebrating 100 years of existence this year!

It’s amazing to see that the San Antonio Aggie Moms’ Club has been serving the San Antonio Aggie Community for almost 100 years. Our San Antonio Club is actually older than the Federation of Texas A&M Mothers’ Club. The club was founded for the purpose of encouraging students in their work, expressing solicitude in their mental, moral and physical welfare, and aiding them in any way that may be deemed acceptable. The club continues to serve that noble mission and purpose. We will have a celebratory event on April 18, 2026 to honor and celebrate the 100 years of service for our Aggies.

We encourage all previous members, former students and supporters to join us for this celebration. You can find details in the flyer attached. The event will include dinner, drinks, dancing and special guests.

This fall semester we welcomed almost 300 members! We started off the semester with a fashion show to introduce our new board members. This semester we had special guests in our monthly meetings that included Grant Moody (Bexar County Commissioner) and Colonel Robert Gonzalez who shared his impressive Aggie Family History. Our Board also planned several fundraising activities that included a Kendra Scott Give Back Event and a Sip and Shop Event.

We supported our Aggies by delivering almost 300 Goody Bags before finals this fall semester in CSTAT, Galveston Campus and the Engineering Academy. Our members also participated in a Holiday Celebration with voluntary gift exchange, hot cocoa bar and honored our Fall Graduates and prior Presidents.

For this upcoming Spring Semester, we look forward to welcoming the Singing Cadets in January. Our Board has been actively at work planning all the remaining Centennial fundraising activities which will include Bunco at Chicken N Pickle on January 28th and our Centennial Gala on April 18th at Aggie Park. Our goal this year is to endow a $100,000 scholarship for Bexar County students.

All Aggie Moms are encouraged to join our club. All membership details can be found at our “San Antonio Aggie Moms’ Club” website. If you are interested in becoming a donor or sponsor for our Centennial activities, you can email us at samomspresident@aggiemoms.org. We hope you can join us as we come together to celebrate our 100 years of existence!

Thanks and Gig ’em,

Martha Mireles and Carla Almeter Co-Presidents 2025-2026

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AGGIE WOMEN’S CLUB

Howdy, Aggies! The San Antonio Aggie Women’s Club has had such a wonderful Fall. In this season of giving and gratitude, we are especially thankful for our club and the positive interactions, friendships, laughter, fun and opportunities for us to help others that it provides.

In October, members experienced a great luncheon and an amusing evening out on the town. We dined on delicious Mexican cuisine in the beautiful setting of Paloma Blanca restaurant for our October luncheon and meeting. Our speaker was Emily Rodriguez ‘02 who gave us some important tips about how to age wisely and gracefully as we and the ones we love enter the golden years. Our October evening outing included a night full of shenanigans in downtown San Antonio with a meal at Fathead Pizza (you must try their Greek salad!), and we enjoyed smooth dance moves, trampoline tricks, and an adult-sized ball pit at Hopscotch Immersive Art Exhibit,

all while wearing crazy costumes. Each month, SAAWC donates $500 to a worthy group at A&M or to a local nonprofit benefitting women and children. In October, the club made a $250 donation in the name of club member Dr. Linda Foster ’82 to Brighton Center, a local organization that provides early intervention services for children with disabilities. Another $250 donation was made in the name of club member Leah Lindsey ’90 to Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team (VET), a specialized unit at A&M that deploys to disaster zones to provide medical care for animals, particularly search-andrescue dogs, and also helps communities develop disaster plans and trains A&M veterinary students. Notably, VET was activated to support recovery efforts in the aftermath of the summer flooding in Kerr County. Our club is proud to donate to these valuable causes!

In November, club members were able to get in touch with Mother Nature and our wild side. Our November luncheon was held at Paesanos 1604 and featured speakers from The Texas Wildlife Association (TWA).

Kassi Scheffer-Gesslin ‘07, Director of Youth Education

for TWA, and Karly Bridges, Membership Manager for TWA, informed us about their quest to engage and excite teachers and students about Texas’ natural resources, conservation, and stewardship. This topic was of particular interest to our group because we have so many former educators among our members. We also spent an afternoon at Rainbow Gardens and made mini succulent gardens to take home. If you haven’t been to Rainbow Gardens, you should go! It’s so much more than just a garden center, and the most beautiful one I’ve ever been to. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, SAAWC donated more than $500 to The San Antonio Food Bank in November.

SAAWC continues to raise funds for our upcoming $100,000 in scholarship money to Texas A&M which we’ll debut in 2027 to celebrate the club’s 70th anniversary. Our annual pecan sales made $4,416 and Fall pie sales at the Aggie Club Monday Luncheons brought in $1,008. Thanks to all who bought pecans this year, to all you pie eaters (you know who you are), to Aggie Park for giving us a venue, to our faithful Pie Angels, and to Lori Borroni-Engle ’90 ’96 for heading up our pecan sales.

Please save March 28th for our main fundraiser Viva la Bingo! to be held at Aggie Park.

Lastly, I’d like to warmly welcome our newest members to SAAWC: Rebecca (Becca) Sinclair ’15, Ann McCahill ’94, Sandra Salinas, and María Herrera Velázquez ‘11. If you would like to join our club or know a special lady who loves A&M, please text or call our membership chairperson, Rita Richardson ‘84, at 210-663-4108 for information.

Gig ’em, Terri Sobey ’88 2025-2026 President San Antonio Aggie Women’s Club aggiewomensclub5A@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1G2MeLgwZU/

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Proud, two-time Aggie 100 Honoree!

Proud, two-time Aggie 100 Honoree!

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