Fish Camp and T-Camp offer a unique freshman experience
Editors
Sydnei Miles, Editor-in-Chief
Hudson Elkjer, Executive Editor
Ayla Francis, Managing Editor
Olivia Ingram, Art Director
Quentin Deming, Photo Director
Sydney Hale, Social Media Manager
Brianna Buffalo, Assoc. Social Media Manager
Sara E. Gonzales, Associate Director
Photographers
Anastasia Acosta
Designers
Reese Christian
Ismael Frausto Leija
Business & Distribution
Hamsini Mahadevan
Writers
Lucy Belcik
Angeline Nappoly
Emma Jones
Harley Burger Belle Guerra
Lindsay Medlin
EDITORS LETTER FROM THE
The hardest goodbye
TPhotos by Garrett Montague Photography
o even think I’m writing my last Maroon Life article is surreal, and I must admit there are quite a few tears rolling down my face as I write this. Four years, 48 months, 208 weeks, 1,460 days. And suddenly everything comes to an end on a random Friday. As a secondgeneration Aggie, I spent an immense amount of energy doing everything to not end up here. However, after touring campus, I felt that unexplainable pull to make this place my home — that pull I now know to be the Aggie Spirit. Here I am four years later, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
When I first came to college, I had no clue what I wanted to do for the rest of my life — let alone what major I’d choose to get my degree in. All I knew was that I loved to write, and the power and feeling of words filled a place in my heart like nothing else could.
So, I took that and ran with it. I decided to major in journalism — though that’s now switched to communication after further selfexploration — and stumbled into just
the perfect place: Texas A&M Student Media. My very first semester, I began working at The Battalion, and that was only the beginning of my journey as a journalist. I continued to work at The Battalion, transitioning from a novice writer to head life & arts editor at the end of my sophomore year. From there, I switched lanes to Maroon Life magazine as managing editor, and this past year I’ve had the privilege to serve as editor-in-chief. Over the past four years, I’ve laughed, cried and made memories that I’ll never forget. From hours of copyediting to leading desk meetings to headline parties, I’ve spent countless days and nights
in the basement of the Memorial Student Center, or MSC, doing what I love most. Many moments past midnight have been spent scouring the AP stylebook, deleting oxford commas and determining which grammar rules apply where.
While I love being a journalist, a big part of what has kept me here is the people and the relationships I’ve built.
To The
Battalion, Maroon Life magazine, and all of A&M student media: Thank you for making this basement of the MSC my home. My college experience would not have been the same without you.
Within these pages, you’ll find stories about students building communities, finding their identity, chasing their dreams and leaving their legacy in this place we so deeply adore. And I can only hope that their words inspire you to do the same — to pave your own path, to find your people, to find your why — because this place truly is what you make it.
I now understand the quote I first heard four years ago: “From the outside looking in, you can’t understand it. From the inside looking out, you can’t explain it.”
It’s one thing to know it; it’s another to feel the words settle in the depths of your bones. To know that wherever I go next
Two and a half years with Maroon Life and this is the first time I’ve ever written an article for the magazine. During my second semester at A&M, I became a special sections graphic designer for The Batt, and since then, I spent my second year as art director for Maroon Life, and now my last year as creative director.
I’ve always had a passion for graphic design, but I was never sure about the thought of pursuing a career in it. In fact, I was very unsure of what I wanted to do after college at all, so naturally I decided to major in business. Within Mays, I elected to join the BSB program which has allowed me to take all of the necessary business classes while also providing me with space for an elective focus area. Luckily for me, A&M
in this world, when I see another person with that Aggie gold, there will be that unspoken connection — one rooted in shared experiences, Aggie pride and a love for maroon and white.
This place is more than just a university. It’s where I honed my art, found my voice and discovered my home away from home. The people I’ve met, the late night chronicles, the stories I’ve written and all the lessons in between have quietly shaped me into all that I am and all that I will become.
So as I turn this page and begin writing my next chapter, I know deep down this one will never truly close, because I’ll always carry it with me wherever I go.
Sydnei
Miles, Editor-in-Chief
launched a graphic design minor just a few years ago that I was able to pick up.
Being able to take graphic design classes while working as the creative lead for Maroon Life has been so beneficial for me, and both of those things really contributed to my success at A&M. I feel much more confident in my abilities to succeed as a professional designer, and I’ve even already started working as one for an advertising agency with plans to go full-time next fall. I also know now that if I ever get another opportunity to work for a magazine, I should take that job immediately.
The past two years building Maroon Life from the ground up have been so fun, and I’ve been surrounded by the most amazing people. I’m going to miss working with the creative team, but I’m excited to see how they continue to make the magazine even better in the coming years. I’m so grateful for everyone that I’ve met over the last few years, and I’ll never forget all of the memories I’ve made working for Maroon Life.
Hudson Elkjer, Creative Director
Photo by Adriano Espinosa, The Battalion Staff Photographer
from a freshman FRESHMAN DEAR
By Ananya Pathak, Staff Writer
Dear Freshman,
You’ll arrive in the sweltering heat of August. Sweat stinging your eyes, you’ll reach for your metal water bottle (will Owalas still be in?) tucked into your backpack’s side pocket for a gulp of cold water. In that moment, you’ll wonder how you’ll ever make it through College Station weather for eight whole semesters. But before you know it, the first one will be over.
Two weeks before your almostheatstroke, you’ll move into a dorm on campus. Maybe you’re living in the Commons, chose a little more space with a Northside modular or splurged on Hullabaloo Hall. This first week is the best. You’re meeting your roommate from across the country for the first time, and your dorm-mates are baking warm chocolate chip cookies for the floor. The lack of privacy hasn’t hit yet — it’s not that bad until you all have morning classes and suddenly each person only gets five minutes to shower. As the year goes on, keep saying yes when people knock on your door. Have those spontaneous movie nights and last-minute study sessions at 3 a.m.
Your dorm room also comes with a mandatory meal plan, and this might be when you finally admit how much you love
your
mom’s cooking. Most freshmen quickly pick a favorite place between Sbisa and the Commons. I won’t tell you mine in case you disagree, but I will give you one very important piece of advice: get the brownies. Either way, you’ll find your go-to meal — maybe it’s at the bok choy station, the salad bar or the waffle maker. Dining hall food isn’t as bad as people make it sound; some menus even offer açaí for breakfast. And unless you’re in the Corps of Cadets or looking for an adventure, I wouldn’t eat at Duncan Dining Hall.
By mid-September, you’ll probably have joined a student organization or two. Maybe you rushed a FLO, which are social and service groups reserved just for freshmen. If not, you’ll find something with the 1,300+ clubs and organizations on campus. Most importantly, you’ll start to find your people. You might realize the girl from your FLO is in your general chemistry lecture, or that the guy from your organization lives down the hall. Group chats form, lunch plans happen, gamedays sweep you away and suddenly, college starts to feel like home.
When you form those study groups, you’ll need to find the perfect spots. With our Texas-sized campus, you’ll find yourself searching through buildings for at least the
first semester. You’ll start with Evans until the loud floors start to feel too loud and the quiet floors start to feel too quiet. There are cuter places to study anyway. If you’re an engineer, you’ll find yourself in Zachry from time to time, resting on the learning stairs or enclosed in a pod. If you have a car, you’ll venture off campus to places like Sweet Eugene’s. Or you’ll grab two cans of Celsius as you pull an all-nighter for a project you were assigned a month ago. Class might not be the most exciting part of college, but you’ll find ways to make it fun.
Two semesters later, you’ll be done with your freshman year of college. The late night chats, the MSC lunches and the Kyle Field football games will be over for the year, and you’ll be hauling your furniture from your dorm before you know it. You’ll think about how much you managed to fit within that tiny room. You’ll hug the friends who are still there goodbye, and you’ll begin to count the days until you’re back in Aggieland. You’ll be glad that there’s another year ahead of Aggie friendships and traditions, and you’ll be glad that you gave it your all.
Yours truly,
Ananya Pathak
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Howdy! My name is Belle Guerra. I’m an agricultural major from San Antonio, Texas, but more importantly, member of the Fighting Texas Aggie Class just happen to be your
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agricultural leadership and communication importantly, I am the loudest and the proudest Class of 2028 — A-A-A, WHOOP! And today, I your campus tour guide.
Texas to George Bush, there is an gray-scaled, military-grade buildings university we all call home. Yet from there is a teeming amount in the rough. Whether hidden away, acres of make-your-own workshops, A&M somehow it all.
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MOOREFAMILY CREAMERY
Located convenientlyatthefront entrance, its central location is essentialfora morning grab-andgokolacheor customcoffeemix.
THEGARDENS
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Butthe creationsdon’tstopthere—recently, they have begunto serve smoothies, bagels, matcha and refreshers. Not to mention, themonthly specialty drinksare somethingyousimplycannotpassup.
By Ananya Pathak, Staff Writer
FRESHMAN BIOMEDICAL
ENGINEER’S TO-DO LIST:
• Wake up and grab breakfast at the Commons
• Attend physics lecture with Dr. Tatiana Erukhimova
• Take differential equations quiz
• Biostatistics lecture and in-class assignmwent
• Lunch at Houston Street Subs in Polo Garage
• Prepare research samples in the Gaharwar Lab and meet with graduate student mentor
• Physics recitation on rotational motion
• 3D print casing for D.I.Y. pulse oximeter during Discover, Explore and Enjoy Physics and Engineering (DEEP) meeting
• Finish differential equations homework
• Paint TAMU BUILD clinic murals
SENIOR COMMUNICATION
MAJOR’S TO-DO LIST:
• Wake up and quick workout at Southside Rec
• Communication and conflict lecture on conflict methods and mediation
• On-campus work time for any miscellaneous tasks or individual homework assignments
• Group project meeting
• Attend strategic communication on brand promotion, advertising, and finding audiences
• Drive Red Bull Mini Cooper around campus and hand out complimentary products as member of marketing team
• Organization meeting for FEAST as FLO director.
• Grab dinner and go out for ice cream.
Photos by Anastasia Acosta, Staff Photographer
This renowned gas station was founded by an A&M alum, with branches spanning from Texas all the way to the east coast.
This group of people are a part of the core of TAMC tradition itself; you’ll often see them walking around in uniform!
From rooted traditions to campus gems, an alphabetical guide to what makes A&M unique
By Emma Jones, Staff writer
Known for their trick shots, challenges and crazy-high energy videos, these five Aggie alumni have turned a backyard stunt video into a worldwide sensation.
The final walk seniors take around campus to reminisce over their time spent at A&M!
The home of Texas A&M University and Aggies of all ages, located in the BryanCollege Station area.
The official rival of Raising Cane’s, originating in our very own College Station.
From emails to passing friends on your way to class, this word serves as every Aggie’s friendly greeting to one another.
Located near the Commons, this is where the Corps of Cadets lives, studies, hangs out and more. Check out their Starbucks (nicknamed Quadbucks)!
The tradition that takes place the night before every home football game where all good Ags gather to practice yells and hear stories from the yell leaders.
This place’s name might not match its cardinal direction, but is the central party location for everyone looking for a weekend adventure!
Our one and only Heisman winner, Johnny Manziel, who changed A&M football forever.
Holding over 102,000 fightin’ Texas Aggies, this is known as the colosseum of college football.
first ever
The home of Aggie basketball and volleyball, this West Campus arena is surrounded by Lot 100.
A tradition where students gather to honor all current students of A&M who have passed in the last month.
Located right next to the Student Rec Center, this place is known for its hot dogs, bubbles and homers to center field.
The ultimate pond-hopping and hammock spot, perfect for spikeball afternoons with friends. It’s also the location for college gameday!
The official name for the student body of A&M, originating from E. King Gill & the football team. The phrase highlights the way we show up when needed.
This is the historic place of many proposals on campus, which stands tall beside the Academic Building in the center of campus.
The
national championship victory brought home by the Aggies in 2025 under coach Jamie Morrison!
This word is forbidden to all underclassmen but is earned by two years at A&M. Once you can say it, you get it forever; but don’t say it early.
Our current queen, the beloved mascot of the university.
The five fellows chosen to represent the student body and ignite the Spirit of Aggieland! You can often find them dressed in white right next to the action.
This building is home to all the engineering students of A&M and is located right on the edge of campus.
A cheer that originated from a rivalry with TCU. This has become the established catchphrase of A&M!
An Aggie’s first tradition! Full of silly skits and yell practices, this event is where freshmen go to experience what A&M is all about.
This activity comes in a variety of different forms, can be competitive or casual, and is a way for students to stay involved in sports (and maybe even make some new friends)!
INVOLVED
FOR BEGINNERS
Tips for a smooth gameday experience
By Lucy Belcik, Staff Writer
Those embarking on their first home football game in Aggieland often fall into one of two camps: those already thoroughly indoctrinated into gameday tradition by zealous relatives or Fish Camp counselors, or those who may feel thoroughly intimidated by the extravagant production of Aggie Gameday. If you find yourself in the second category, you’re not alone … but don’t be afraid! Although the burden of fighting traffic and lines to get to Kyle Field on gameday may seem too heavy to bear, getting to experience the fan spirit and well-practiced traditions of an Aggie football game is worth the hassle. If in doubt — give it a try. The Twelfth Man won’t let you down! (Or let you sit down!)
What can I bring into the Stadium?
Kyle Field has a strict clear bag policy, and only if they’re the size of your hand or smaller. You are also allowed to bring in one sealed water bottle up to a gallon in size — take advantage of this, because water inside the stadium is pricey! Stick your bottle in the freezer the day before a hot game if you want to keep your water cold.
How do I get into the Stadium?
If you live on campus, you’re in luck: Kyle Field is only a five or 10 minute walk away! If you live off campus, there’s
several options. Check the Aggie Spirit bus routes if you live in an apartment near campus, but note that shuttles get crowded the closer it gets to kickoff. You can also reserve parking beforehand or pay to park if you choose to drive to campus. If you already hold an on-campus parking permit, Transportation Services has a lot-by-lot guide where you can check if your permit is valid on football gamedays. (Unfortunately, Lot 100 permits are not valid.) There are also several “any valid permit” lots where you can park on gameday. Whatever option you choose, plan to leave your home at least two hours before game time in order to make it to the field before kickoff; you’ll need time to fight traffic, park, walk to the stadium and make it to your seats. For more information on gameday transportation, visit Transportation Services’ Gameday Info page.
What should I wear/bring to a game?
Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly! Most games are hot, hot and hot…consider a small battery-powered fan and electrolyte packets to keep heat exhaustion at bay during the game, plus plenty of sunscreen. For colder games, always layer. Stands can heat up once everyone’s packed in, but they cool off quickly once
the sun sets. Outside food is not allowed, and Kyle Field is cashless, so remember to bring a card if you plan to make purchases. And don’t forget your white rally towel!
How expensive is food and water inside Kyle Field?
Both food and drink are expensive inside the stadium, so eat up at the tailgates or budget accordingly. Bottles of water and most snacks are around $5, while more substantial entrees like hot dogs or sausage rolls are priced around $10. Meal combos that include a soft drink and entree range from $15 to $20. If you arrive early, food trucks outside the stadium also offer a variety of food and beverage options, although prices usually match those inside.
Photos by CJ Smith and Trinity Hindman, The Battalion Staff Photographers
By Lucy Belcik, Staff Writer
There’s a website for everything at Texas A&M, from pulling football tickets to registering for classes, you’ll probably need a laptop, Wi-Fi and your phone (to access everyone’s favorite dual-authentication app, Duo). For new students, the number of logins, portals and hoops to jump through can quickly get overwhelming. Use the guide below for a crash course in websites you’ll want to bookmark.
Registration Readiness
Howdy > My Record > Grades & Registration
Make sure to check here for any holds on your registration status before your registration time ticket. Don’t forget, you will need to accept things like the Lab Safety and Residence Acknowledgements before every registration, otherwise you’ll have a hold placed on your account!
Aggie Print
aggieprint.tamu.edu
This is a useful website that allows you to upload documents from your personal computer before printing them on a library printer. After uploading your documents, head to a printer on campus, swipe your student ID, and your file will show up on its screen. If you forgot your ID, you can also log in manually with your NetID and password. Printers occasionally experience network issues, so if you are printing something important, make sure you leave yourself enough time to troubleshoot or find a different printer.
Degree Evaluation
Howdy > My Record > Degree Progress
This tool is really helpful as you build your schedule each semester, as it helps you keep track of what classes are required for your degree plan. When generating a new degree evaluation, make sure the tab at the top is set to the most recent semester, as changes to your major or minor won’t show up otherwise. Also pay careful attention to requirements at the bottom of these evaluations; your degree may require you to complete a certain number of courses with the UWRT, KUCD or KICD codes.
Ticket Pull Portal
For Aggie football fans, this portal is brand-new but relatively simple to use. Typically access to the ticket pull site is opened to students holding a football sports pass about two weeks before gameday: seniors pull Monday, juniors Tuesday, sophomores Wednesday, and freshman Thursday. You will make a group with those you want to sit with ahead of pulling tickets. Always double check that you have selected the correct pull group before clicking purchase on tickets!
Navigate
Howdy > Search “Navigate”
This portal allows you to schedule appointments with academic advisors and check drop-in times at your advising office. Make sure you select your major in the “Service” dropdown menu and pay attention to emails from your college’s advising office, as you may need to email to schedule an appointment or wait for slots to be opened during busier times throughout the semester.
Aggie Schedule Builder
Howdy > Search “Aggie Schedule Builder”
Howdy Portal
This is your main hub connecting to multiple sites and displaying a customizable dashboard where you can favorite your most-visited links. While Howdy itself doesn’t include all the portals you need, it does have a handy search function that allows you to find what you need.
While you’ll only use this portal when registering for classes, it’s definitely an important one. You’ll get a crash course while attending your New Student Conference, but practice makes perfect! Plan to start building your schedule as soon as classes are assigned for the next semester, but keep in mind that after pre-registration begins, class availability can change often.
Aggie Ring Eligibility
Howdy > Personal Info > Aggie Ring Eligibility
While not necessarily a portal, this tab in Howdy will show you how close you are to being eligible to order your Aggie Ring, and can be a useful motivator when it gets close to finals season!
Photo by Quentin Deming, Photo Director
Welcome AGGIES
Fish Camp and T-Camp offer a
unique
freshman experience
By Angeline Nappoly, Staff Writer
Fresh out of high school or transferring from another university, the freshly minted Aggies arriving at Texas A&M need an introduction to the Aggie experience. They have two options — take the solo route toward becoming an Aggie or march in with a camp.
A&M offers two camps — one for incoming freshmen and another for transfer students. With events, activities and opportunities to make new connections, these camps give students a glimpse into the Aggie culture.
Fish Camp
A first-generation Aggie all the way from El Paso, Texas took a leap of faith and enrolled at A&M four years ago. Sports management senior Adrian Urbina knew nothing about the university, its traditions or even what it meant to be in college. But three days was all it took to light the Aggie Spirit in the now current head director of Fish Camp.
“I had heard about Fish Camp through word of mouth and through social media,” Urbina said. “I was like, ‘It’s probably going to be a good thing for me to go and get my foot in the door and meet people.’ I think that freshman experience really helped open my eyes to what A&M had to offer for me, and allowed me to meet so many great people that I probably wouldn’t have met just casually at A&M if it weren’t for Fish
According to its official website, Fish Camp, a summer camp for incoming freshmen, was founded by YMCA Director Gordon Gay in 1954 with the intention of initiating freshmen into the Aggie tradition. Held at the Lakeview Methodist Conference Center in Palestine, Texas over the summer, Fish Camp spans three days consisting of seven sessions for freshmen to choose from.
For Urbina, the experience was not something that could be translated into words; it needed to be felt.
“There’s a saying with Fish Camp — from the outside looking in, you can’t understand it, and from the inside looking out, you can’t explain it,” Urbina said. “Before going to fish camp, I was like, ‘I don’t know what’s going on here.’ I’ve seen so many pictures, so many videos, and I’m like, ‘This looks insane.’ And then I went to Fish Camp, and I experienced it all.”
Fish Camp starts long before Lakeview — inside the buses where the first introductions are made.
“I took the bus because I was told that was one of the best parts of fish camp,” physics junior Katelyn Illig said. “We played this game on the bus where we play those speed dating games, where you rotate through people — a minute with each person — and you have staff questions to ask them.”
From there, the camp counselors put together informational skits and lead discussion groups, known as DGs, in splitup camps. Illig was part of Camp Catalena, sporting the color blue — beads in her hair, paint on her face and a yell to her name — as the DGs prepared for the end-of-camp ritual: the yell-off.
“They separated us into our discussion groups, and I feel like the discussion group is really where you make the closest ties to people,” Illig said. “Sometimes they’d have activities that we would do where we would compete against the other discussion groups. I know my discussion group — we got really into it. We even made our own yell.”
Armed with a DG yell and a camp yell taught by counselors, campers prepared for the yell-off tradition. From participating in these smaller traditions while learning about the larger traditions at A&M, Illig said Fish Camp taught her a deeper understanding of Silver Taps, Muster and the Bonfire Memorial.
“A&M is so rich in tradition, you’re gonna figure out about those big ones pretty early on,” Illig said. “But [if] having not been to Fish Camp, I feel as though I would not have had nearly as much appreciation and drive to be involved in those traditions.”
For some, that sense of impact often extends beyond a single camp session. After his Fish Camp experience as a freshman, Urbina returned as a counselor, then a camp chair and finally as director. Soon graduating in May, Urbina is proud of giving back the impact he felt on his first day.
“Fish Camp is like a multi-day thing, and I think it’s all about showing intentionality
and putting in the effort to make the experience as immersive as possible,” Urbina said. “Our biggest goal is to welcome freshmen into the Aggie family and make them feel like they have a home here … for three days [freshmen] are stuck at this conference center in the middle of nowhere, which sounds a little scary, but it’s honestly so much fun.”
Aggie Transition Camps
When freshmen arrive at A&M, they have Fish Camp or the Hullabaloo U mentorship class as a built-in freshman crowd. But freshmen aren’t the only new Aggies walking through campus. Transfer students often slip through the cracks. They’ve already experienced the first day of college jitters. In that sense, they may be veterans, but it doesn’t change the fact that they are new to A&M.
Agriculture leadership and development senior Maddie Good, who is the director of public relations with Aggie Transition Camp said transfers get lost among the freshmen class.
“People forget that not everyone’s a true freshman,” Good said. “Sometimes it’s hard to know when to ask for help. I think that our program does a good job of making them feel supported and showing them there’s resources.”
Aggie Transition Camp, or T-Camp, offers transfer students a chance to find their footing without feeling lost. Much like Fish Camp, T-Camp spans over three days but only has one session from Aug. 11 to Aug. 13 — with similar activities like discussion groups and camp mixers.
For English junior Jayme Ziebell, returning to school at age 28, T-Camp was an opportunity to meet other transfer students in a similar position.
“With T-camp being an environment dedicated to transfers, I feel like it was much more likely that there were people closer to my age or in kind of unique situations, more so than just the people I might randomly meet in class,” Ziebell said. “I didn’t feel as out of place at T-camp as I have later on being surrounded by freshmen.”
T-Camp not only connected Ziebell with peers, it also introduced her to the ins and outs of being an Aggie, from learning the yells to paying respects at Silver Taps.
“I was awestruck by the energy that the leaders had, as far as getting everybody hyped into learning all the yells,” Ziebell said. “I learned the bulk of what I know
I would feel much more disconnected from the whole concept of what it means to be an Aggie without having that experience.”
Yet between the informationals and the mixers, not every student is immediately having fun. Camp counselors carry many responsibilities, but their primary goal is to make sure everyone feels included.
English senior Madison Henson, a former camp counselor, came across a group standing still at a camp mixer while others danced around them. Henson started singing along to the song playing, inviting them to join in.
“I think it was ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ by Chappell Roan … and I’m just singing this song, and one of the girls starts to sing along with me,” Henson said. “By the end of it all, three of them were singing the song with me. It was so much fun to see, because they were not having fun whatsoever, and in the course of five minutes, they were all singing and having fun … all they needed was someone to be right there with them.”
That shift into engagement changed how campers experienced becoming Aggies — the core goal of T-Camp.
“Our motto is successfully transferring new students into the Aggie family,” Good said. “So that’s what we focus on: trying to make sure people know that there is a community for them. My big thing is if I want to see change, I’m going to help make the change happen. That’s why I decided to be a director.”
Photos provided by Ayla Francis, Managing Editor
A NEW CHAPTER BEGINS
For new students eager to get involved at Texas A&M, a common concern has always been the overabundance of choice. At a school that boasts more than 1,000 unique student organizations, the range of clubs can feel daunting for incoming freshmen and current students alike. A brief scroll through A&M’s Get Involved page might leave you wondering, “We have a tractor design team?” (Yes, Aggie Pullers, and it’s open to all majors!) And if there isn’t something that inspires you, it’s not hard to start something brand new, which is exactly what many students decide to do.
Aggie Lyceum Student Chapter
The Aggie Lyceum Student Chapter was formed this spring by business sophomore Francie Decherd, who now serves as president of the organization. After attending a workshop hosted by the Aggie Lyceum, A&M’s citizenship and civil discourse program led by Professor Jennifer Mercieca, Decherd was inspired to start a student-led supporting organization.
“I actually emailed Dr. Mercieca and was like, ‘How can I get more involved?’” Decherd said. “She wanted a student chapter to be started, but … she had kind of
Student organizations unify the Aggie family
By Lucy Belcik, Staff Writer
been waiting for a student to come to her.”
The student chapter’s mission is to attend and uplift the Lyceum’s events and to plan their own student-led projects. Members meet twice a month, and Decherd said she hopes all members will eventually become trained civic conversation facilitators as she is. The student chapter may also partner with local elementary schools to present basic media literacy skills in classrooms, according to Decherd.
Creating a safe space for students to have civil discourse is a tangible way to uphold the Aggie Core Values and one of her longterm goals for the organization, Decherd said.
“[The Aggie Lyceum] is not a debate club; it’s not partisan,” Decherd said. “While there are political elements that are relevant to the discussions and to our mission, ultimately I just want it to be a really uniting experience for people.”
Decherd said she hopes the student chapter will eventually have a strong alumni network at A&M and that her founding work will help establish the organization as a force for good.
“I’ve already met so many incredible people and students I would have never met otherwise,” Decherd said. “I’m really just humbled and honored by all these opportunities that have come just by me stumbling upon this.”
“I’ve already met so many incredible people and students I would have never met otherwise,” Decherd said.
Word by Word
Word by Word is a new service organization dedicated to supporting literacy and expanding access to books in the Bryan-College Station area and its
surrounding communities. First founded in 2025 by current president Rania Fakhri, Word by Word was officially approved as an A&M student organization this spring.
Fakhri, an English junior from Houston, was inspired to create the club after the state’s closure of numerous school libraries in the Houston Independent School District in 2023. Fakhri believes access to books for children is essential for their development and wellbeing, especially after finding comfort herself in well-stocked libraries in both Houston and Beirut, Lebanon, where she attended school for seven and a half years.
“I remember when I first got there, and I didn’t know anyone, and it was like a huge culture shock,” Fakhri said. “The first place I went looking for was a library. So I know that it can be a support system and a lifeline for a lot of kids, because it’s a place to escape a lot of the troubles that you face.”
Word by Word has already completed one major donation project in partnership
bookshelves.
“A lot of the books were in Spanish or bilingual books because they had a shortage of that,” Fakhri said.
In the future, they want to partner with more schools in the B/CS area for similar projects, as well as with book stores or retailers who want to donate books to Word by Word. Fakhri also has an interest in eventually working with rural communities near B/CS that don’t have access to a library.
“If I was somewhere where books were not accessible, I think I would have become a different person,” Fakhri said. “I’m just really personally driven to provide that opportunity to kids.”
“If I was somewhere where books were not accessible, I think I would have become a different person,” Fakhri said. “I’m just really personally driven to provide that opportunity to kids.”
Project Yellow
Project Yellow Texas A&M is a new chapter of a national organization dedicated to partnering with local elementary schools to educate children about mental health and how to maintain a positive mindset through research-backed curriculum.
“I feel like there’s a stigma around mental health illnesses that they don’t happen until much later in life when life probably gets more stressful,” Lahin Karovalia, president
of Project Yellow, said. “But that’s not true, unfortunately … We want to be able to visit schools and approach students in a very mindful way about what mental health is and signs of mental illnesses that may come about before you even hit double digits.”
Karovalia graduates this spring with a degree in psychology and plans to pass her role to her vice president, Sara Suresh. Karovalia’s goal in founding the chapter during her last semester was to build a strong member base before handing things off to a new president. She hopes that the organization will be able to hold workshops for its members early this coming fall and begin visiting schools by November if possible.
“There will be a requirement placed on the members that there are a certain amount of training and volunteering requirements that need to be completed before you can visit a school with us,” Karovalia said.
The organization’s external vice president will work to reach out and coordinate with local schools in the B/CS area in order to schedule curriculum presentations, which Karovalia said are flexible depending on the school’s needs.
“We are open to doing assemblies … something where we intertwine all the different lesson plans across the grades and then we create something for the entire school,” Karovalia said. “Or we can do classroom-based presentations that can be more grade- and age-focused.”
Karovalia said she wishes she had more time with the organization, but she hopes they grow to become a credible and well-established resource for local
“If we approach this with sincerity and the right mindset, we are implementing things that actually do create an impact on the students,” Karovalia said.
Photos by Quentin Deming, Photo Director
Honey, I’m Homesick A handbook for handling college transitions
By Harley Burger, Staff Writer
You just said goodbye to your parents an hour ago, and now you sit alone on your lofted dorm bed, filled with a melancholic understanding that life as you know it has just transformed completely. What do you do with the sudden dull pang in your chest — Bury it in doomscrolling? Cry until your roommate gets home? Ignore it completely?
Almost every student experiences the somber ache of homesickness. It’s an uncomfortable, largely undiscussed and totally normal — even necessary — part of the college experience.
Blinn Team freshman Lucy Eshbaugh, a New Hampshire native, opened up about her cross-country collegiate move and the whirlwind of emotions that encompassed her first year in the Lone Star State.
“It was like moving from an igloo to a hot tub,” Eshbaugh said. “A&M introduced big cultural changes, and I felt homesick multiple times throughout the school year.”
Eshbaugh’s newfound love for bootscooting and games at Kyle Field did not replace her ache for New Hampshire.
“I probably called my mom one too many times; it was challenging,” Eshbaugh said. “Ultimately, I had to really focus on pouring myself into my relationships here within church, my lacrosse team and classes.”
Eshbaugh’s ability to flourish in the midst of this collegiate transition is the result of a strong support system and a discerning commitment to her emotional health. Having not only survived, but thrived, during her first two semesters, Eshbaugh
encourages students to embrace life where their feet are planted — acknowledging all of the feelings that emerge during substantial life transitions.
“Focus on building a life here … form new relationships and truly don’t be afraid to try new things,” Eshbaugh said.
So whether you’re from Navasota or New Hampshire, learning how to navigate and respond healthily to these emotions — just like Eshbaugh — is an essential element as you transition toward a flourishing life here at Texas A&M.
Am I the Only Person Who Feels Like This?
Whether you’re a first-year student or a fifth-year senior, your yearning for the familiar is not an isolated incident. Your first Midnight Yell practice and pond-hopping with your Fish Camp are new and exciting, but they do not negate the reality of college’s huge transitional effect on a person. English freshman Addison Kamm was challenged by the sudden separation from her small town and sweet family.
“It was weird to be away from home. I put so much pressure on myself to make the transition perfect, which just made everything harder,” Kamm said.
Colleen Keiser, licensed professional counselor with A&M’s University Health Services, emphasized the normalcy behind these growing pains, especially the pressure to easily conform and adapt to college life.
“Students are not just leaving a house. They are leaving familiarity, comfort, relationships and routines,” Keiser said. “Homesickness is one of the more human parts of the college adjustment process. When students get connected, create structure and ask for support early, that adjustment usually improves over time.”
What Emotions Should I Be Feeling?
The beginning of the school year is flush with opportunities, friendships and fun Aggie traditions. It can be hard to comprehend the strange emotional fluctuation many students encounter in any 24-hour period. The general unpredictability of these feelings may have you feeling a little crazy, but this is also totally normal. There is no perfect textbook on collegiate transitions. There is no syllabus stating the exact date you’ll be fully adjusted to life in the Bryan-College Station area — or how you should be feeling in the meantime.
For Kamm, the novelty of life on campus brought her toward emotional maturity as she learned to balance socialization with self-care.
“I placed inward stress on myself to be super social and extroverted … I felt like I had to do everything and seize every opportunity,” Kamm said. “I tried to ignore the lingering feelings of homesickness until it was too overwhelming.”
Neither suppression through socialization
nor isolation from peers will resolve the myriad of emotions that emerging college students experience.
“The first year often includes both positive emotions and difficult ones as students adapt to new academic demands, new social environments and greater independence … These are all normal feelings, and with support, structure and connection, most students begin to feel more grounded over time,” Keiser said.
How Can I Handle Homesickness Without Stuffing Down My Emotions?
One of the most detrimental decisions yOne of the most detrimental decisions you can make for your mental health is to disregard or disengage from your emotions completely. You do not have to pick between loving your life in College Station or loving your life back home.
“Stay connected to home while also building connections here … create routines, get involved, talk to people [you] trust and reach out for support daily,” Keiser
said. “The goal is not to get rid of the feeling immediately, but rather to move through it without letting it take over.”
After returning home to Dripping Springs in early Autumn, a confessional conversation between Kamm and her mother led to newfound peace and autonomy in Kamm’s college experience.
“She helped me realize there can be a healthy balance between socialization and sitting with myself and these feelings,” Kamm said. “My mom encouraged me to embrace becoming my own person in the midst of this transition.”
It may seem easy to self-isolate or disengage, but Keiser warns against this, emphasizing the crucial role that regular socialization and healthy habits have on mental health.
“Practical steps like leaving [your] room, eating regularly, attending class, joining a club or organization and getting to know even a few people can make a big difference,” Keiser said. “The practical steps are not glamorous, but they work. Keep a routine, limit isolation, stay connected to supportive people, get involved before you
feel ready and ask for help early rather than waiting for things to snowball.”
You don’t have to battle mental health alone. University Health Services offers an array of mental health support methods from caring and qualified professionals.
“Students can access mental health support through Texas A&M by calling University Health Services or using the UHS Appointment Portal to schedule counseling services,” Keiser said. “The main Counseling & Mental Health Care Center is located on the 4th floor of the Student Services Building at 471 Houston Street, and telehealth appointments are also available for students who are physically located in Texas.”
There is no perfect timeline toward collegiate transitions. Homesickness is nothing to suppress or feel ashamed about. If you need help, A&M is equipped and eager to help you navigate these valid and complex emotions. And remember — no Aggie stands alone.
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Photo by Olivia Ingram, Art Director
A sneak peek at your upcoming howdy week
There is nothing quite like Howdy Week at Texas A&M. From August 17-25, campus is loud, busy, slightly chaotic and one of the most exciting weeks of the entire year. From Aggie Experience Kickoff to Rec-A-Palooza, from late nights at Yell Practice to squeezing into your class photo, there is always somewhere to be and something going on, and somehow you try to do it all. The best way to approach it is honestly just to show up. Don’t overthink your schedule and don’t try to plan every second. Just go, embrace the nerves and let the week happen to you.
Aggie Experience Kickoff is where it all starts. You show up at the park on Thursday night, not really knowing what to expect, and all of a sudden, you’re surrounded by people who are just as new as you. The best thing you can do here is introduce yourself to at least a few people around you, even if it feels awkward at first. It’s low pressure, everyone is in the same boat and chances are you’ll run into those same people later that week.
Friday, you’re in Aggie Park at the University Welcome Picnic, sitting with people you just met; the next day, you’re right back, walking through AggieFest signing up for things you didn’t even know existed five minutes ago.
At the picnic, actually sit down and stay for a bit. This is where those quick introductions can actually turn into real conversations. Ask where people are from, what they’re studying and if they’re going to any events later. It sounds simple, but this is how your first plans start forming.
At AggieFest, everything can honestly be overwhelming, but in a good way. With so many tables and people, you
end up bouncing around, putting your name down for things and hoping you remember them later. The trick here is to not rush it. Walk through everything once, then go back to the booths that actually caught your attention. Ask what the members do on a weekly basis and what being involved practically looks like.
Sunday afternoon at Rec-A-Palooza is a full-on party at the Main Rec. This is definitely the time to try new sports, watch demonstrations (or join in), ask about classes and start custom-building your life outside of class. Who knows? Maybe you’re secretly a pickleball pro.
The Off-Campus Student Carnival and Concert in the Park feel less structured, but that’s kind of the point. These are the events where you just go and enjoy it. Walk around, try the activities, listen to the music and don’t be afraid to move around and talk to different groups of people. Branch off and come back together — it’s all a normal part of it. These are the moments where things start to feel less like introductions and more like actual friendships.
Then, there’s Yell Practice: loud, late and impossible to explain until you’re there. The best thing you can do is fully participate. Learn the yells by following what everyone else is doing, and don’t worry about getting it perfect. Yell loud and be proud of this tradition — Midnight Yell is one of the easiest ways to feel connected to something bigger than yourself, even if you’ve only just joined the Aggie family.
Don’t forget the Libraries Open House, where you can get to know the spaces you’ll be studying in, figure out where resources are and take note of the quiet corners you want to come back to. It might
not seem exciting at the time, but later on, you’ll be glad you know where you’re going.
And then there’s the Class Photo. It is crowded and chaotic, but you absolutely have to go. Show up early and find people you know or start talking to the people next to you — and go with the flow. It’s one of those moments you can look back on of unity with your entire class at the starting line of college. What makes Howdy Week so important is not just the events themselves but what you do with them. It’s saying yes when you are tired. It’s introducing yourself even when it feels awkward. It’s staying a little longer instead of leaving early. The schedule is full, but the experience is yours to shape. By the end of the week, you’re exhausted, your phone is full of new contacts and campus suddenly doesn’t feel quite as big as it did before. You have places and people you recognize and plans set in place. Howdy Week is not just a list of events. It’s the start of everything.
You can find the full list of Howdy Week events at howdyweek.tamu.edu
By Belle Guerra, Staff Writer
1. Aggie Experience Kickoff
2. Libraries Open House
3. University Welcome Picnic
4. Aggie Fest
5. Off-Campus Student Carnival
6. Concert in the Park
7. Rec-A-Palooza
8. Yell Practice
9. Class Photo
BUILDING YOUR RESUME: SUCCESS STARTS HERE
Secrets to a savvy resume
Looking for internships? Trying to afford your next Andy’s hangout? Don’t worry — a refined resume is just what you need to secure your professional future.
Through one piece of paper, employers can understand what you bring to the table. A resume alone doesn’t secure your spot, though — a cover letter and elevator pitch will deliver you across the finish line. So, how do you go about building this professional toolkit?
The idea is to focus on what your area of expertise calls for. For example, some fields are looking for lots of data, and others, volunteer work. Research the field and have mentors peer review your work. As a college student, you have so many resources at your fingertips to help you.
One website that is available is Texas A&M’s Career Center, where a student can find resume templates and practical tips. This is a great starting point. You might be asking how to write the actual resume now — great question.
A resume tells the story of your life through a professional lens, in one to two pages. Sections typically include information regarding the following: objective, skills, education, work and accomplishments. This is where you would explain relevant experience.
By including an applicable background, employers will be able to gain a sense of who you are, built from who you were. It’s great to show growth, but in your work section, it’s a rule of thumb to only include work post-highschool. Unless the experience is valuable to the job you’re applying for, or portrays skills that are valuable, you can drop that babysitting job from sophomore year of high school. This goes for accomplishments as well.
As a college student, it can be daunting to write about your achievements, as it feels like everyone is doing more than you. But this section is versatile: you can add organization memberships, personal accomplishments, scholarships, awards and more!
However, recruiters look at a resume for six seconds on average. For this reason, a clear objective is key.
This section should catch the reader’s eye and cater to the job description. If you apply to be a camp counselor, and then apply to be a secretary,
the statement should be wildly different. An ideal objective for a camp counselor could be: “Positive and energetic student seeking a camp counselor position to promote a fun and safe environment while gaining hands-on leadership experience.”
Along with a well developed resume, employers are looking for someone who is interested and excited for the role. A place to portray this is a cover letter.
A cover letter is one page or less where you can express yourself and explain why you’re the best candidate for the job. Essentially, you want to answer an employer’s question of, “Why should I hire you?” Also, ensure you explain why the organization’s goals align with yours.
The final piece that will be your weapon throughout life is an elevator pitch. This is a 30 second to one minute speech that should be in your back pocket at all times. In this speech, you’ll introduce yourself and cover relevant professional experience, education, clubs and a personal touch that distinguishes you from others. An elevator pitch is the place to let your personality shine.
Remember, A&M’s Career Center has valuable information on resumes, cover letters and elevator pitches. Before any career fair, job interview or professional activity, check out the center and perfect your work.
And now, you’re ready to ace those interviews. Good luck!
By Lindsay Medlin, Staff Writer
Three-day guide to hit local highlights
By Ayla Francis, Managing Editor
There’s a secret in Aggieland, and if you stay with me, I’ll let you in on this gem. When you look past the colossus of Kyle Field to the nooks and crannies tucked beyond, you’ll find there’s more to explore beyond the buzz of campus life. You might just miss it if you’re not careful, but the neighbor to Texas A&M is a treasure trove of art, culture and adventure. Come with me to Bryan, Texas, where there’s antiques to discover, exotic animals to befriend and delicacies to enjoy. I’ll walk you through an ideal weekend indulging in all that Bryan has to offer.
You’ve made it to Bryan! The weather’s enticingly warm, and it’s the first weekend of the month — meaning Downtown Bryan’s First Friday festival is open and busy. Starting at 5 p.m., you can soak in the sights and sounds of the city’s artists.
DAY #2
SATURDAY
8:30 a.m. - Brunch
The local breakfast eats will start your day off sunny-side up. If you happen to stay in the Stella Hotel at Lake Walk, right downstairs is the upscale Campfire restaurant serving up a delectable brunch menu. Closer to downtown is 3rd on Main or the Elia Cafe Tapas Bar.
9:45 a.m. - Farmer’s Markets
Take your pick of local produce and crafts at The Farmers’ Market in Brazos County. If you’re looking for more, stop by Bryan’s other bustling markets like The Farm Patch or the touring Market Off Main.
The Taco Trail
Sign up for a digital passport and follow the trail straight to Mexican food. Check in at each participating restaurant and satisfy your wildest foodie dreams. Prizes included!
Shop Downtown
Thrifting, antiquing, book browsing — Downtown Bryan has it all. Visit whimsical locations like the Corner of Time, Birds’ Nest Antiques, Sweet Repeat Resale and Wonderful Words Bookshoppe. Don’t forget to grab a pick-me-up at local brews like Bojo Coffee or Tavo Coffee Co.!
3:30 p.m. - Aggieland Art Trail
6:30 p.m. - Dinner Date
If you’re feeling a laid-back vibe, kick it at Margie’s Bar & Grill and taste some classic American comfort food. For a nicer dinner, Station 36 or Caffe Capri will suit your fancy.
7:30 p.m. - Arts
It’s time to catch a film at The Queen Theatre downtown. You can’t miss the Old-Hollywood-style movie house, dating back to 1939 and topped with an ornate crown. In the royal theme, check out the Destination Bryan event calendar for performances at the open-air Palace Theater pavilion.
Similar to the Taco Trail, sign up for your guided journey — this time through breathtaking displays of murals, galleries and sculptures.
5:30 p.m. - Casual Dinner
Choose from a variety of restaurants that Bryan is proud to promote. Chicken Oil Co. is a longtime favorite, and places like Frida’s Kitchen and Kanji Sushi offer an appetizing twist in cuisine.
6:45 p.m. - Lake Bryan
Enjoy a relaxing evening of live music at Cadillac Ranch watching the sunset, or get active with walking trails, fishing or camping.
DAY #3
SUNDAY
8:30 a.m. - Coffee
Housed in the historic former home of Dr. Kyle, namesake of Kyle Field, Polite coffee serves Bryan’s favorite local brand founded by Aggie alumni Steve Turner! Some Sundays feature a visit from the Howdy Marketplace in the yard.
9:30 a.m. - Lake Walk
Take a lakeside stroll and climb the Lookout Tower over the Traditions golf course (see if you can spot Kyle Field!) Don’t forget to visit POV coffee.
10:30 a.m. - History Tour
Visit the log cabins and displays at Boonville Heritage Park to see where it all began. If you missed it on the art tour, pop a street over to the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History.
12:00 p.m. - Lunch
Enjoy the iconic food attractions of Bryan one more time at Rx Pizza, What’s Tha Deal BBQ or The Wild Grain.
1:00 p.m. - Aggieland Safari
Tap into your wild side and drive through a safari of exotic animals you can hand-feed from your car!
Cutouts by Austin Carpio, Photographer
Photo provided by Destination Bryan
It is one of the biggest concerns for everyone on the cusp of the collegiate experience: “How am I supposed to make friends?” Whether you find yourself lonesome for your pictureperfect hometown community or are chomping at the bit for a fresh-start fellowship, Texas A&M’s Student Life offers a vibrant, diverse catalog of organizations. There’s a place for you to forge those lifelong friendships.
Without the guidance of a sage upperclassmen, navigating the world of A&M social life can appear illusively overwhelming. Boasting over 1,300 registered student organizations, each with their own distinct application and acceptance criteria, A&M’s campus community offers an extensive variety of professional, social, faith-based and
A simple guide to org life
By Harley Burger, Staff Writer
athletic groups to help cultivate close companionship.
For architecture sophomore Emma Bergerson, conquering indecision was the first step in her wildly transformative quest for a strong friend group.
“There are so many possibilities to explore at A&M; I found that keeping an open mind and remaining curious opened up incredible opportunities in this new chapter of my life,” Bergerson said. “I originally didn’t even plan to rush … but after connecting with my org’s staff at bannering and meet-andgreet, I figured I would give it a shot ... now, I have a strong community of likeminded people who I get to hang out with almost every day!”
Whether you’ve been eyeing an org’s social media since your acceptance to
A&M or you find yourself apprehensive about the exciting yet vulnerable application process, we’ve got the key to keeping cool and authentic as you navigate A&M’s unparalleled social world.
Deciding to rush an org is as simple as that. Pick one — or a few — A&M organizations that appeal to your interests and attend an informational meeting to meet face-to-face with fellow potential new members and possible lifelong pals.
A complete list of official A&M Organizations can be found at https:// getinvolved.tamu.edu/organizations,
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but you can certainly encounter your fair share of Ags bannering for their org on campus — they’re hard to miss while waiting to meet you out in the triple digit Texas heat! If media happens to be your thing, too, check out the graphic at the bottom of this page!
new members typically attend a “Meetand-Greet” event which provides an opportunity to mingle with fellow rushers and current members. After each subsequent social round, potential members are either graciously cut from the rush process or invited to continue.
org staff member who facilitates new member acceptances. She stresses the significance of originality and congeniality when interacting with potential new members.
“Everyone will find the place where they belong,” Joyner said.
After you have committed your interest to a specific organization and have attended an aforementioned informational meeting, you’re acquainted with the organization’s mission, people and requirements and can officially begin the “rush” process.
Similar to the Greek Life system, many A&M groups — particularly men’s and women’s orgs — follow a rush process in which potential new members engage in a series of informational and social rounds to evaluate their compatibility with the org.
In the first social round, potential
As she fondly reminisced on her own rush experience, forensic science junior Tavi Stone beamed about the friendships and personal growth she developed during this process.
“Rushing sounds scary, but it’s not … everyone was so kind and welcoming,” Stone said. “When I looked around, I saw new friends — not competition.”
Ultimately, going in with a desire to make genuine friendships through the rush process prevented org life from turning sour for Stone.
Orgs want to get to know and love the real you. No matter the outcome of your rushing process, approaching organizations authentically and with the intention of creating strong friendships will introduce you to your people and encourage you in self-development.
As you approach org-rushing season here on campus, remember to take the process one day at a time. Boldly attend every event and embrace your most authentic self. If you are meant to get into an org, you’ll get in. As long as you continue to really put yourself out there, you will find your place and people at A&M.
Neuroscience junior Sarah Joyner provides the unique perspective of an
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Scan the QR Code to get started on your Bryan Taco Trail journey.
The Bryan Taco Trail features dozens of authentic taquerias, Mexican restaurants, and even a few non-traditional & fusion taco o erings. Simply sign up for your digital passport & check in at participating restaurants to start earning points which can be redeemed for exclusive prizes.
