Spring 2014 Candidate Guide
Senate
Texas A&M University, College Station
Election Commission
Koldus 126
979-845-3051
tamuelection@gmail.com
election.tamu.edu
Table of Contents
COALS
 Chandler Smith
Corps
 Ryan Cardenas
Engineering
 Hani H. Arafat
 Chris Bomnskie
 Austin Springer
 Rebecca Yung
Geosciences
 Elora Arana
 Daniel Bosworth
 Cory Hungate
 Kaitlyn Simpson
Liberal Arts
 Lauren Felder
 Sydney Leppin
 Jarrett Namken
 Fernando Javier Sosa
 Matt Valentin
Northside
 Luis Flores
 Mireya Luna
Off-Campus
 Matthew Brock
 Austin Cantwell
 Bryant Dang
 Rebecca Davis
 Aubre Dean
 Aaron DeLeon
 Pearson Garnett
 Joseph Hood
 Aaron Luce
 Anthony J. Valdez
 Thomas Maranuk
 William “Trey” Miller
 Michael Murtha
 Hannah Parks
 Jeffrey Steines
 Chris Woolsey
Science
 Andy Habib
 Shane Rodocker
Southside
 Sawyer Tate Bennett Baker
 Zachary Thornburg
Transitional Academic Programs
 Garrett Hendrix
Chandler Smith
Senate
COALS
Biography
Howdy! My name is Chandler Katherine
Smith and I am a freshman Nutritional Science Major
from Mission, Texas. But more importantly, I am the
loudest and proudest member of the Fightin’ Texas
Aggie Class of 2017. I am running for a Senator
position for the College of Agriculture and Life
Sciences. My mother and two of my brothers attended
Texas A&M and after seeing their steadfast dedication
to this university and its traditions I decided that I too
wished to experience the Spirit of Aggieland. My first
semester here was as wonderful as I had always
imagined, filled with Midnight Yells, hours of standing
in the Texas sun to watch Johnny football, and so
many other memorable experiences.
I am a member of the Pi Beta Phi Fraternity, the Pre-Medical AMSA club, Aggieland Crossfit,
and a volunteer for Bryan-College Station Habitat for Humanity. I enjoy the company of felines, almost
any book, and friends. After my four years at Texas A&M I plan to graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science
in Nutritional Science and a Minor in Spanish Language. I then hope to attend medical school and
become a General Practitioner.
I cannot wait to meet more fellow Aggies through running for Senate and I would like nothing
more than to be an advocate for anyone that wants to improve our wonderful university.
Thanks & Gig ‘Em!
Chandler Katherine Smith
Platform
Howdy! My name is Chandler Katherine Smith and I am a Nutritional Science Major from
Mission, Texas. But more importantly I am a loud and proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class
of 2017. My love for A&M came from my mother and brothers’ steadfast dedication to this University
and its traditions. The Aggie Spirit had much of the same effect on me within just months of my arrival. I
am running for a Senator position representing the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. My
aspiration to become a Senator comes from my love for Texas A&M and my wish to be a vessel through
which my fellow Aggies can voice their concerns and ideas on ways to improve our extraordinary
university. More than anything, I want to make sure we hold Texas A&M to the high standard that it has
met since this wonderful university’s establishment. Thank you for allowing me to share my ideas and
intentions for Texas A&M. I encourage you to vote and let your voice be heard, beginning February 19th.
Thanks & Gig ‘Em,
Chandler Katherine Smith
Chandler Katherine Smith
2513 Brentwood Dr.
Mission, TX 78572
956.227.7870
cksmith9294@gmail.com
Education
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Bachelor of Science Nutritional Sciences, Minor in Spanish, May 2017
GPR: First Year Student
South Texas College, Mission, TX
Under Graduate Courses – 26 hours
GPA: 3.63
Sharyland High School, Mission, TX, Class of 2013
Experience
South Texas Sinus Institute, Edinburg, TX
Research Analyst Intern, June 2012 – August 2013
Conducted research on in-office Balloon Sinuplasty PSALM Method
Analyzed research for Medical Article
Collaborated in drafting of paper with Dr.Vicente Honrubia MD DM Sc. of UCLA Medical School
Shadowed and interned under Dr. Vincent Honrubia MD FACS
Cimarron Country Club, Mission, TX
Lifeguard, February – August 2013
Supervised and coordinated pool activities, maintenance, and safety
Melbas School of Dance, McAllen, TX
Dance Instructor’s Assistant, August 2008 – May 2012
Assisting and supplemental instructing for dance classes for children
Activities
Texas Eta Chapter Pi Beta Phi, Texas A&M University
Member, October 2013 – Present
Philanthropy and volunteer services through First Book and Barbara Bush Parent Center
AMSA Pre-Medical Society, Texas A&M University
Member, August 2013 – Present
Volunteer Committee member and participant
St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Mission, TX
Member, Summer 2012 – Present
Catholic Youth Renovation Project to renovate/create houses for poverty stricken communities for 60 hours every summer
Melba’s School of Dance, McAllen, TX
Senior Company Member, August 1998 – May 2012
Performed, danced, and acted in two or more theatrical performances every year
Skills
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Shadowing Medical Doctors
Total Hours: 304
Shadowing experience includes: Anesthesiology, Otolaryngology, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Registered Nursing, General Physicians,
and Neonatal Intensive Care
Reading and speaking Spanish
Crossfit, Biking, Swimming, Reading
Ryan Cardenas
Senate
Corps
Biography
Howdy! My name is Ryan Cardenas and I am a Junior Political Science Major from Manassas, Virginia. I
am a member of Squadron 2 of the Corps of Cadets and I am running for Student Senate for the Corps of
Cadets. I am excited to have the opportunity to run for Student Senate for Texas A&M. I was born in San
Antonio, but moved around a lot due to my father being in the Air Force so I was able to take in a lot of
different lifestyles across the nation. I came back to Texas as fast as I could and I love everything that
Texas A&M has to offer. The Aggie Family is truly above the rest and I see examples of that everyday. I
recently studied abroad in Europe and I ran into some Aggies in France and instantly a conversation was
sparked between us and it made me feel at home. This is just one of the many examples of this great
family. I am currently a member of Aggie Recruitment Committee, which host high school students and
give them an in-depth look at Aggieland as they prepare for their decisions to attend A&M. I love
impacting future Aggie decisions on whether or not to come to this great institution. Texas A&M is very
dear to me and all of its core values have impacted my life and I would be honored to serve as Senator for
the Corps.
Hani H. Arafat
Senate
Engineering
Biography
Hani H. Arafat was born in Amman, Jordan and raised in Kuwait. After graduating with
distinction at a private British school in Kuwait, Hani followed in his parents’ footsteps by seeking a
college education in the United States.
Just shy of 20 years old, Hani has held several positions of responsibility to date, including
Treasurer of the Student Council and House Captain during his high school years. After enrolling at
Texas A&M, he quickly sought to get involved on campus and meet as many people as possible. A
member of the Aggie Club of Engineers and Arab Student Association, Hani spends a lot of his spare
time with the friends he made through those organizations. Currently a sophomore, he can often be found
in the computer lounge at the Emerging Technologies Building doing homework or catching up on school
work.
Hani is an avid Chelsea FC fan and plays soccer regularly at the Rec. He also plays 5 instruments
and is fluent in both English and Arabic.
Hani H. Arafat
American Male  DOB: 24th August 1994  717 Church Avenue, Apt. 1511, College Station, Texas 77840  (713) 969 – 7150  ani.arafat94@neo.tamu.edu
Objective
Seeking an internship or co-op that will lead to opportunities in the Oil & Gas or Consultancy
industries.
Education
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
May 2016
Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering
Minor in Petroleum Engineering
Major GPR: 3.73
Cumulative GPR: 3.40
Kuwait English School, Salwa, KUWAIT
GPR: 3.89
Leadership
Aggie Club of Engineers, Texas A&M University
Godfather of the Industrial Engineering and Nuclear Engineering Family
Recruitment Officer
Experience
June 2012
January 2013 - Present
(August ’13 – Present)
(August ’13 – Present)
Ahmadi House, Kuwait English School
House Captain (September ’11 – June ’12)
House Representative (September ’06 – June ’11)
September 2006 – June 2012
Model United Nations, Kuwait English School
Organizing Committee – Chief Logistics Supervisor
September 2011 – June 2012
Student Council, Kuwait English School
Treasurer (September ’11 – June ’12)
Rock Show Chief Organizer (September ’10 – June ’12)
Talent Show Backstage Manager (September ’11 – June ’12)
September 2009 – June 2012
Concert & Showband, Kuwait English School
Section Leader – Lower Brass (September ’11 – June ’12)
September 2006 – June 2012
Under-16 Soccer, Kuwait English School
Team Captain
September 2010 – June 2011
Hani’s Hub, College Station, TX
June 2013 – Present
Business founder and owner
KES Summer Camp, Salwa, KUWAIT
2010
Photographer and Magazine Editor
June 2010 – August
Honors
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Texas A&M University
Skills
Fluent in Arabic (speaking, writing, reading), Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Autodesk
Inventor.
January 2013 - Present
Chris Bomnskie
Senate
Engineering
Platform
I will work to
-oppose raising fees and tuition for students
-support an efficient and intelligent allocation of university
funds
-work towards ensuring that the Engineering department
continues to grow at the rate needed to fulfill the demands of
the workforce, not the demands of the University
-keep student government accountable
-oppose mandatory on-campus housing for freshmen
-oppose mandatory meal plans while supporting improving
dining on campus
-use common sense when voting for legislation that affects
Texas A&M and its student body
-preserve the traditions of Texas A&M and the standard of
excellence it produces in its graduates
Biography
Howdy!
My name is Chris Bomnskie and I am a 32-year-old sophomore Electrical Engineering major from
Bryan, TX. Both of my parents went to school, worked for and retired from Texas A&M University.
I graduated from Bryan High School in 2000. In 2002, I received an AAS in Air Conditioning
Technology from TSTC in Waco. I worked at Carrier Commercial Service in Austin as a service and
building automations technician/project manager for ten years (2002-2012). I joined the United
Association (UA) where I received a Journeyman Certificate in 2006. I was asked by the
Apprenticeship Coordinator to come back as an instructor. I received a Journeyman Instructor
Certificate in 2012 after 5 years of teaching and taking classes at Washtenaw Community College. I
attended Austin Community College for seven years before leaving Austin. I spent one year at Blinn
College before transferring to Texas A&M University.
I own a rent home in Kyle, TX where I lived before I moved back home to live with my parents and
focus on school and the Corps of Cadets.
Becoming an Aggie is a huge accomplishment for me. I applied to no other colleges. I am a member
of Aggies for Liberty and The American Society of Mechanical Engineers. I recently volunteered for
Aggie Replant in Bastrop. I’m a fire team leader and training corporal in the Corps of Cadets. I hope
to join the Corps Triathlon team and become first sergeant, the highest ranking junior in an individual
unit.
Chris M. Bomnskie
CMB
212 Rustic Oaks Drive  Bryan, Texas 77808
(979) 220-0848  cbomnskie@tamu.edu
Experience
Carrier Commercial Service (Austin, TX)
Service/Controls Technician
September2002 – October 2012
Project management, service, installation and maintenance of HVAC/R equipment for comfort and process conditioning on new
construction and retrofit projects.
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Service
Small/medium/large tonnage package units
Split systems
Air Handlers
Server room units
VAVs
Air and water cooled chillers
Cooling towers, boilers
VFDs
Pumps
Boilers
Local Union 286 (Austin, TX)
HVAC/R Apprenticeship Instructor
Controls/Building Automation
o Programming
o Commissioning
o Integration
o Graphics
o DDC/Pneumatics
September 2007 – September 2012
Instructed 1st – 5th year curriculum from basic electricity to advanced centrifugal mechanics for technicians.
Leadership
Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets – Training Corporal
Education, Licenses and Certification
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
Expected graduation date – 2016
Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering / Minor: Electrical Engineering
GPA – 3.6
Texas State Technical College
Waco, Texas
Associates of Applied Science in Air Conditioning Technology
Academic Certifications
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor Michigan
United Association Apprenticeship Instructor Certificate
United Association Local 286
Austin, Texas
Journeyman Certificate in HVAC/R
Factory Authorized Certifications and Licenses (documentation available):
 Universal EPA Refrigeration license
 R410A license
 SATS (Stulz)
 Emerson / Liebert Drives Service
 ABB Drives Startup and Service
 Carrier Chiller Service
 30RB 30XA Carrier Chillers
 Carrier A, Z, HG/PG Package Units
 Carrier CCN and BACnet Controls
 CPR certified
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office, AUTOCAD, Basic C, Python, PSPICE, Carrier software, Trane software
2002
2012
2006
Austin Springer
Senate
Engineering
Biography
Howdy!
My name is Austin Springer, and I am seeking reelection in the Engineering caucus of Student Senate. I
am currently an Industrial Engineering major, and I am also the loudest and proudest member of the class
of 2016, A-A-A-A-A! I am from a little town called Muenster, Texas and I love Texas A&M. I have a
passion for serving students, and I hope to continue that during the sixty seventh election as I have in the
sixty fifth and sixty sixth sessions. During my term of the sixty sixth session I have served as the Legislative
Affairs Chairman, and I have made great strides setting up relationships between our student body, and our
state's elected officials. My team and I have worked toward restoring the rivalry between Texas A&M and
t.u. as well as pushed for a lobbying team to represent the student body in Austin. As your student senator,
I will continue to fight for the needs of my constituents and continue to strengthen ties with our state's
legislature.
Thanks and Gig 'em!
Austin Springer '16
Platform
Why we run:
As current senators, (Austin being elected since the 65th and serving as the Legislative Affairs Chairman,
Chris being elected since the 64th) we have a desire to serve the student body of Texas A&M through
research, legislation, and advocacy to benefit the students. We are experienced with legislation ranging
from dining and parking to academic policy and campus improvement.
We have a record of representing student opinions on critical issues, including opposition to the
University Advancement Fund, protecting A&M traditions, continued opposition to mandatory meal
plans, and advocating to the Board of Regents to strike down tuition increases. Between the two of us, we
have authored and sponsored dozens of pieces of legislation, and actively played a role in pursuing a
better Texas A&M.
These are a few of our specific policy goals for next year:
 Continue efforts to repeal mandatory meal plans
 free 30 minute parking in garages
 return to first-come/first-serve football tickets
 System for Construction/Transportation alerts similar to Code Maroon
 continued active legislation
In everything we do, we seek to honor God, serve students, improve our University, and fulfill the duties
of our office.
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Austin Springer
320 East 4th Street •Muenster, Texas • 76252
CELL (940) 736-1660 • E-MAIL austindspringer@gmail.com
EDUCATION
High School Degree
Sacred Heart High School, Muenster, TX 76252
Graduated 2012
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering/Mechanical Engineering
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77840
Prospective Graduation 2016
SKILLS
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Oil field production experience, Paid summer internship
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CAD/CAM proficient - BobCAD, ProDesktop 2000i2, AutoCAD, Inventor
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CNC Machinist - Mori Seiki, Fanuc, and Okuma mill experience
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Experienced Metal Fabricator - five years on SH robotics team, Superior
machinist
EXPERIENCE
Silver Creek Oil & Gas
05/13 - 08/13
Oil Rig Mechanic/Roustabout - Experience in servicing and restoring valves, flow lines,
electric motors, well heads, and shivs.
Superior Machining and Fabrication 04/11 - 08/12
CNC Machinist - Experience in horizontal and vertical CNC mills, CAD application
INVOLVMENT
Texas A&M Student Senate - Legislative Affairs Chair, 66th session
Terry Scholar - Leadership and Academic scholarship
320 East 4th Street • Muenster, TX • 76252 • CELL (940) 736-1660 • E-MAIL austindspringer@gmail.com
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Rebecca Yung
Senate
Engineering
Biography
My name is Rebecca Yung. I am a sophomore
Chemical Engineering major from Dallas,
Texas, but more importantly, I want to
represent you in the Texas A&M Student
Senate.
Platform
Lately, Texas A&M’s Student Government
Association has been getting a lot of press—
but for all the wrong reasons. I believe we
really can do some good, as long as we elect
people who care about serving and protecting
the student body, rather than furthering their
personal agendas. I will seek to make SGA
more accountable and transparent, and
minimize internal drama. This will leave us free to focus on things that actually matter to the students.
A few of my platform areas are housing, diversity, dining, and the 25 by 25 Initiative. Texas
A&M University is currently considering plans to require all freshmen to live on campus as early as 2015.
I think we should gather student opinion about this, and make sure that we have a quality infrastructure
in place to handle such an influx of residents. This dovetails with the need to improve our on-campus
dining services. This means improving the quality of foods, keeping more restaurants open later,
providing cheaper alternatives, and ensuring there are fair options for students with food allergies or
dietary restrictions. Another area of focus is diversity. Texas A&M is a beautifully diverse community,
and we need to insure that we are treating that as a blessing rather than a curse. This means providing
more extensive diversity training to RA’s, doing more to make international students feel welcome and
connected, and continuing to improve the campus atmosphere of respect towards all Aggies.
Lastly, as engineering students, we can expect to see a lot of changes due to the 25 by 25
initiative. I will actively seek student input about these changes, and push for student interests to be
considered as the plan is implemented. I hope I have your vote, and you will help me make a positive
change at Texas A&M University.
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Elora Arana
Senate
Geosciences
Biography
Howdy, My name is Elora Arana, second year junior
from Houston, Texas and I am the loudest and proudest
member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2016!
Even though my classification may be confusing, my
vision for the students in this college is crystal clear: I
want to be a part of building the next generation of
successful leaders in geosciences. I love being an Aggie
geoscientist and my dedication for this college and university can be proven by my outstanding record of involvement
within the college and on campus. I have had the opportunity to serve as the Corporate Relations chair for the Student
Geosciences' Council, member of the College of Geosciences Undergraduate Recruitment Team, GeoX counselor, iGeo
host, Aggie Orientation Leader and have participated in over 75 hours of community service since my freshman year as a
member of Alpha Phi Omega co-ed Service fraternity, as well as countless other opportunities. I choose to get involved in
a way that will allow me to help support my fellow Aggies and global community, and that is why I want to represent the
student body of the College of Geosciences in the Student Senate.
Platform
As actively involved students within the college, we feel that we have the insight needed to provide a voice for our peers
and we hope to represent the diverse faces of Geosciences.
Elora is:
-Familiar with the procedures of the college from her experiences while working in the Dean's Office
-Actively involved in the Student Geosciences’ Council (SGC) and was vital in planning the Geosciences Career Fair
-Has good relations with several organizations and companies on and off-campus from her past and present leadership
experiences
-Actively participates in the Undergraduate Recruitment Team for the College of Geosciences, as a GeoX student
counselor and iGeo host; all programs within the college aimed to recruit and educate high school students about
opportunities in geosciences and in the college
-Served as an Orientation Leader for the Aggie Orientation Leader Program all summer to help welcome new students to
the university by assisting them throughout New Student Conferences, from teaching them Aggie traditions to helping
students register for classes.
As leaders in SGC, Elora and Kaitlyn:
-Have frequent communication with all majors and departments
-Assist in planning and implementing events for the college
-Attend most college events
-Are in contact with faculty and staff on a regular basis
As your student senators we will commit to:
-Contact organizations for input on legislation in the Senate
-Meet with students regularly to better understand your opinions
-Meet with the Dean of Academic Affairs to better understand what is going in the college from an administrative point of
view
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ELORA ARANA
(281) 605EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
December 2015
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
Minor in Economics
Major GPR: 3.4
Overall GPR: 3.1
100% of education financed through scholarships, employment and loans.
SKILLS
Familiar with HTML coding, Dreamweaver, Photoshop and ArcGIS
Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English
WORK EXPERIENCE
College of Geosciences, Texas A&M University
February 2013 – present
Student Communications Worker II, Social Media Coordinator
20-40 hours/week
 Manage and maintain all 9 official social media sites for the College of Geosciences
 Develop short articles, briefings and other small written assignments
 Conduct interviews and research for articles, videos, web and supervise photo shoots for communication projects
Geosciences Exploration (GeoX) Summer Program, Texas A&M University
June 2013
Student Counselor
5-63 hours/week
 Managed 20 high school students 24 hours per day for 7 days for duration of program
 Planned an extensive itinerary for the seven-day program with in-depth geoscience activities scheduled daily
 Worked with a team of 6 geoscience students to supervise events and execute interactive activities
Best Buy, Houston, Texas
October 2010 – January 2013
Multichannel Sales Associate, Customer Service Specialist
12-40 hours/week
 Managed transactions and product issues over-the-phone and at customer service counter
 Offered financing options to customers seeking help with payment for purchases
 Monitored and routed phone calls to appropriate department or staff members
Epiphany Church Health and Outreach Services (ECHOS), Houston, Texas
March 2006 – January 2013
Intake Clerk, Receptionist, Translator
seasonally 16-24 hours/week
 Translated between English and Spanish for clients who were not able to understand paperwork or communicate
 Processed information about healthcare, income and other sensitive client information to organize into database
SELECTED LEADERSHIP
Student Geosciences’ Council, Texas A&M University
April 2013 - present
Corporate Relations Chair
4-10 hours/week
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Initiate contact with companies to recruit for corporate sponsorships, student job and internship recruiting and speaker panels
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Raised over $10,000 in funds for organization through sponsorship donations
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Manage over 800 corporate contacts while keeping open communication with over 50 representatives throughout the year
Alpha Phi Omega Co-Ed Service Fraternity, Texas A&M University
September 2012 - present
Environmental Co-Chair, School Carnivals Co-Chair
0-9 hours/week
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Directed a program to increase environmental sustainability and recycling within chapter and community
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Contacted 30 local schools and scheduled 9 service projects during 1 semester to provide volunteers for special events
Aggie Orientation Leader Program (AOLP), Texas A&M University
February 2013 – September 2013
 Supervised over 10,000 new students during new student conference registration, student activities and tours
Fish Camp Crew
February 2013 – October 2013
 Facilitated programs, managed operations for camp of over 3,000 freshmen and staff and organized activities
College of Geosciences Undergraduate Recruitment Team (URT)
May 2013 – present
 Participate in college and university recruitment events such as Aggieland Saturday and Phone-A-Thons, where we contact over
200 admitted students to encourage them to enroll
SELECTED ACTIVITIES AND CONFERENCES
Memorial Student Center Freshmen Leaders International (MSC FLI)
September 2012-May 2013
MSC LEAD Spencer Leadership Conference Delegate
November 2013 – February 2014
Gilbert Leadership Conference Delegate
September – November 2013
MSC Fall Leadership Conference Delegate
August 2013
SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS
Class Councils Class Star – Class of 2016 Award for Leadership
April 2013
George W. Crocker Endowed Scholarship in the College of Geosciences
April 2013
W.W. Scott, Jr. Best Committee Member Award – Alpha Phi Omega Service Award
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Daniel Bosworth
Senate
Geosciences
Biography
Howdy! My Name is Daniel
Bosworth and I’m Meteorology
major from Las Vegas, Nevada and the loudest and proudest member of the class of 2015! I however was
originally born in Miami, Florida on March 24, 1993. I am first generation aggie and a third generation
college student. I joined the corps of cadets in fall 2011 during my freshman year and a member of
Squadron 17. I want to help make a difference here at Texas A&M by being a member of the SGA senate.
Platform
Reform dining services at Texas A&M
In the recent months here at Texas A&M, many students have been complaining about the dining services
here. As SGA senator I would push for a reform of the dining services. These changes would be:
lowering the prices of meal plans and having more options, outreaching to the community to get franchise
on campus such as subway, and eliminating any requirement to purchase meal plans
More career fairs and exposure to potential employers
One of the major reasons why we come to college is to get started in the career field of our choosing.
Career Fairs in our perspective colleges help open the door to that success. As SGA senator I would
require all colleges at the minimum have two career fairs per semester. I would also approve excused
absents for student who are in job interviews.
Better Transportation and Parking
One of the hardest thing to do here at Texas A&M is parking. Everyday students spend so much wasted
time on parking with over filled parking lots. As SGA Senator I would: increase the number of 30 minute
parking space available, give students incentives on carpooling to and from A&M, and open more bus
routes and stops for students off-campus.
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Cory Hungate
Senate
College of Geosciences
Biography
Cory Hungate grew up in Houston, Texas. His mom, Jenifer, is an interior designer and his dad, Rob,
works for Blue Bell Creameries. He has one sister, Elyse, who is a high school sophomore in Houston.
Cory graduated from Cypress Ridge High School. He was captain of his baseball team and was a member
of the National Honor Society. Cory was a delegate at the 2011 American Legion Boy’s State and
received a congressional nomination to attend the United States
Naval Academy.
He’s been a bat boy for the Houston Astros for two major league seasons and worked on a civil
engineering survey crew. This coming summer, Cory has accepted a geology internship with Tana
Exploration in The Woodlands, Texas. At Texas A&M, Cory is a member of the Geology & Geophysics
Society and The Energy Club. Recently, he went on a field trip to
Arkansas with his fellow students in the Geology & Geophysics Society. Cory is currently a sophomore
majoring in Geophysics. He also plans to earn minors in Geology and Mathematics.
Platform
My name is Cory Hungate and I am a candidate to represent the College of Geosciences in the Student
Senate at Texas A&M University. I am currently a sophomore majoring in Geophysics.
Geosciences is one of the smallest colleges on our campus. Historically, our group has not been
represented in our Student Senate. I want to play a part in changing that trend. There is no reason for our
voice not to be heard in our student government.
My goal will be to increase our campus’ familiarity with who we are across all of our disciplines and
majors. Once that is accomplished, I will work on ways to better incorporate the skill sets of our students
for the betterment of our University as a whole.
I would appreciate your vote and support in the Spring election cycle. I will represent Texas A&M
University and the College of Geosciences well.
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Cory Hungate
13714 Sundowner Drive - Houston, Texas 77041
713.259.9223
coryhungate@me.com
coryhungate@neo.tamu.edu
Academics
• Sophomore, Texas A&M University – College Station, Texas
o Degree Plan – B.S. Geophysics (Petroleum Track)
Minors in
Mathematics and Geology
o Credit Hours Completed
53
• Class of 2012, Cypress Ridge High School - Houston, Texas
o National Honor Society
Leadership
• Recipient
Congressional Nomination, United States Naval Academy -John Culberson
• Delegate
American Legion Boy’s State at The University of Texas at
Austin
• Team Captain
Cypress Ridge HS Varsity Baseball Team
Memberships
• Texas A&M - Geology and Geophysics Society
• Texas A&M - The Energy Club
• Geophysical Society of Houston
• Second Baptist Church, Houston (Woodway Campus)
Volunteer Work
• AdvoCare Texas Bowl, Reliant Stadium
• The Houston Golf Association -- Shell Houston Open
• Habitat for Humanity -- The Houston Food Bank
Part-Time Work Experience
• Tana Exploration -- The Woodlands, Texas
o May 2014 – present
Geology Internship
• Edminster, Hinshaw, Russ and Associates (Civil Engineering) -- Houston, Texas
o May 2013 – January 2014
Survey Crew
• Houston Astros Baseball Club
o March 2011 – September 2012
Bat Boy and Visiting Clubhouse Attendant
Trained new Bat Boys
Worked two complete MLB seasons for the Club
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Kaitlyn Simpson
Senate
Geosciences
Biography
Howdy! My name is Kaitlyn Simpson and I am a junior Environmental Studies and Political
Science double major from Abilene, Texas. I am currently running as a candidate for the
geosciences senator position. During my time here at Texas A&M I have had the opportunity to
serve on the Honors Council, which enforces our Aggie Honor Code, as well as mentorship
positions with the FOCUS Community and Aggie Gateway to Success. Within our college I am
actively involved in the Student Geosciences Council, and currently serve as Vice President of
Interior. My primary goal, if elected, is to ensure that students are informed about what is going
on in our student senate, and have a chance to voice their opinion to their senate representatives.
I look forward to working with all of you in bridging the gap between students and their SGA
representatives. Thanks and Gig 'Em!
Platform
As a candidate for the College of Geosciences senate seats, I have committed to 3 promises to
students within my college. If elected I will work to speak with all geosciences organizations to
better understand the opinions about senate legislation throughout our diverse college in order to
understand the needs of our students. I will also be available once a month in Eller O&M, Room
109 at a TBD time/date to speak with students one-on-one to get opinions from students that may
not be involved in a geosciences organization, but would like to voice their opinions on senate
matters. Lastly, I will commit to meeting with our Academic Dean of Affairs once a month to
better understand what is going on within our college and how I can help our college move
forward through my involvement in the student senate. Through these actions I hope to improve
the communication between the student senate and the students within the College of
Geosciences.
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Lauren Felder
Senate
Liberal Arts
Biography
Howdy!
I’m Lauren Felder, and I’m a Class of 2015 Political Science major and
Journalism Studies and History minor. I was raised in Aggieland, both of my
parents having gone to TAMU (Classes of ’88 and ’89), and my brother is also
currently attending school here (Class of ’17).
Throughout my time at Texas A&M, I have been involved with multiple
organizations, including SGA Judicial Court, Fish Camp, and Freshmen in
Liberal Arts Reaching Excellence. It was been a great pleasure and honor to
service my school and students through these organizations at such an impactful
university.
I graduate next spring, and after doing so, I plan to pursue my dream and enter
the world of political media. I currently have a news internship at the local
news station, KBTX News 3.
To me, the liberal arts experience here at TAMU has been key in my selfdevelopment has a student and adult. And it would be an honor to represent my
fellow liberal arts students.
Fun facts about me: I have a cat named Charlie and a basset hound named Jackson, my favorite color is purple, and I’m addicted
to ABC’s “Scandal.”
If you have questions, comments, concerns, ect, please email me at laurenfelder15@gmail.com, tweet me @lauren_felder, or
look me up on facebook.
Platform
General
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Oppose mandatory meal plans
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Support betterment of meal plan quality and increase of variety of meal plan options
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Oppose mandatory on campus housing
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Oppose the 25 by 25 Initiative as it stands
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Support the rights and respect of Aggies regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ect.
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Oppose student fee increases
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Support of non-traditional students – especially veterans and their specialized needs
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Support the expansion of West Campus
Liberal Arts
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Support the expansion of the Liberal Arts College, its majors and special programs
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Support current efforts made by the university to reestablish the Journalism major
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Support the increase of educational opportunities for liberal arts students, such as campus speakers, career fair
participants, and liberal arts oriented service and social programs and organizations.
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Promote good relations and communication with constituents and already established liberal arts organizations such as
Liberal Arts Student Council and Freshmen in Liberal Arts Reaching Excellence.
SGA
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Support traditions, especially SGA affiliated tradition-based organizations like Muster, Big Event, Traditions Council,
Replant, ect.
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Promote transparency in SGA
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Promote and support the betterment of relations between all SGA branches and its committees and commissions.
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Work with SGA committees to increase SGA participation and the growth of SGA committees.
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Co-write legislation with constituents benefiting the Liberal Arts College, Texas A&M in general, and encouraging
student participation in SGA.
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Sydney Leppin
Senate
Liberal Arts
Biography
Every student on campus whether they realize it
or not has opinions on things that affect us all.
Whether that be overcrowded bus routes, the
courses they are required to take, or even that
they want different dining options on campus.
So why not vote for someone who shares those
same opinions? As a communications major I
bring in diversity and something new to the
usual political science major that typically runs
for this position. I think it is important to have a
more diverse liberal arts student Senate that can
accurately represent the needs of the students.
And that includes all majors and people in the
college. Last year during these elections the
difference in the number of votes for this
position between the winner and the loser was only five votes. That means just five people decided who
would represent the entire college. So don’t tell yourself that your vote won’t matter. On voting day
remember to get online and make your voice heard and vote for Sydney Leppin for student Senate.
Platform
Howdy! My name is Sydney Leppin and I’m a junior communications major from Austin, Texas, but
more importantly I’m the loudest and proudest member of the fighting Texas Aggie class of 2015! Texas
A&M has given so much to me during my two and a half years here. I have been amazed by Kyle Field
and the theatrical Johnny Football. I have been blessed with a loving sisterhood as an active member of
Delta Zeta Sorority thanks to Greek life. Seeing the dedication of the members of the Corps of Cadets has
given me a sense of pride that no other student at any other University can imagine. I only feel it as an
obligation to give back to the campus that has given me so much. Prior to entering my freshman year at
Texas A&M I served as a member of the Williamson County Youth County Council. Being part of an
organization such as this gave me an initial chance to experience government first hand. The impact I had
on the people whose opinions I represented amazed me. It was this experience that made me want to run
for student Senate.
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Jarrett Namken
Senate
Liberal Arts
Biography
Howdy Ags, my name is Jarrett Namken, I am a Sophomore Political Science major & a 2nd
generation Aggie.
I am the loudest and proudest member of the fighting Texas Aggie class of 2016. I f rmly believe that
Texas A&M has so much to offer in the forms of traditions, spirit and academics, and I want to serve the
University I love. We all are truly blessed to attend such a fine institution as Texas A&M with a rich
historic background that binds us together as a family. I think I have the experience and dedication to
be your senator and look to have your support.
Some Leadership Positions I Have Held:
• Elected Sea Aggie Freshmen Senator at Texas A&M University-Galveston
• Appointed by Texas A&M Galveston SBP to the Faculty Curriculum advisory board
• President of Bastrop County Tennis Association (Smallest Texas Association to be USTA certified)
Awards & Honors
• Honored for service by Bastrop County Commissioner’s Court
• Broke record for youngest Commissioner’s Assistant in County History.
• Represented Bluebonnet Electric to Washington DC
• Leadership Award (Bastrop High School 2012)
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Fernando Javier Sosa
Senate
Liberal Arts
Biography
Howdy, I’m Fernando Sosa, a junior political science and Spanish double major.
Serving the student body became a main interest of mine long before coming to this great University.
During my senior year in high school, as I searched for organizations at A&M that would provide me
with an opportunity to serve, I came across the Student Government Association, an organization I
believe plays an important role in being a voice of the students, shaping the direction of the University.
For 3 years now, I've had the honor of representing the Southside Residence Halls (freshman and
sophomore year) and the Liberal Arts Caucus, which I currently represent. I'm happy to say I've brought
solutions to my constituents on a matters of campus safety, from lighting to signage, university dining, to
new bike racks with more space for parking and a focus on keeping tuition and fees low, and I’ve
managed to keep close communication between my service and constituent-based organizations,
including the Residence Hall Association and the Liberal Arts Student Council.
My capacities include:
-SGA Fee Committee (freshman year)
-Southside Caucus Leader (freshman year)
-Finance Chair overseeing student fee appropriations for important committees such as CARPOOL, Big
Event and Muster (sophomore year)
-Rules & Regulations Chair (currently)
-Several University Committees (please refer to the attached resume)
Allow me to continue to serve you: vote on Feb 20-21 at vote.tamu.edu and share the word with your
Liberal Arts friends!
Contact me with any questions at sosafernandoj@gmail.com
God bless, thanks and Gig'em!
Platform
Howdy!
I’m currently serving my 3rd year in Student Senate and my 2nd as an officer, focused on keeping tuition
and fees low by working with the Board of Regents, administration, and the executive branch.
At the moment, I am finalizing the details to bring 2 scantron vending machines on campus (Scantron
Vending Machines Act) in partnership with Barnes & Noble.
I authored the MSC 24 Hour Bill (which extended hours during finals). I also authored the Meal Plan
Rollover Bill, which called for the transfer of Dining Dollars from the fall to spring semester, an action
which went into effect before outsourcing. From student services to academic affairs and university
finances, I want to continue to serve students, whether they are in my caucus or not, whether they live on
or off campus.
By holding opinion booths and attending RHA general and Presidents' Council meetings my freshman
and sophomore year, and by building a relationship between the Student Senate Liberal Arts Caucus and
the Liberal Arts Student Council this last year as an academic caucus representative since moving offcampus, I have provided a pathway for my constituents to stay informed and involved in SGA policies. I
will continue to work with constituents to address issues pertinent to student life and academics on
campus. With your support on Feb. 20-21, we can continue to improve the Aggie experience for the
current and future generations.
Please add to my platform by e-mailing sosafernandoj@gmail.com and add me on FB: Fernando J Sosa
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Fernando Javier Sosa
P: 9624 Center Rd
M: 2 Commons Lobby
Laredo, TX 78045
Room 156, PMB C-224
sosafernandoj@gmail.com
Education
 Texas A&M University Class of 2015 – College Station, Texas
B.A. Political Science, Spanish (Pre-Law) Overall GPR: 3.344
 United High School Class of 2011 – Laredo, Texas Rank: 15 of 808 GPA: 100.8644
Gifted & Talented Program
Leadership & Extracurricular Experience
 Student Government Association – 66th Senate (College of Liberal Arts Caucus)
o Elected as Rules and Regulations Chair, serving as the interpreter of by-laws
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Oversee legislation relating to organization’s governing documents
 Student Government Association – 65th Senate (Southside Caucus)
o Oversaw senate appropriation of $50,000 of student fees as finance chair
o Researched and made recommendations on tuition and fees to the University
 Student Government Association – 64th Senate (Southside Caucus)
o Served on S.G.A. Fee Committee
o Maintained constant communication with campus administration and constituents
 Pro-Life Aggies (2011-present)
o Elected as Outreach Director
o Responsible for recruiting volunteers for events, keeping organization up-to-date on
current issues
 National Residence Hall Honorary (2013)
o Inducted as one of the top student leaders on campus
o Assisted in recognizing fellow on-campus leaders and organizations for their role in
advancing the involvement and leadership of other students
 Residence Hall Association/Presidents’ Council (2011-2013)
o Created and facilitated communication between on-campus student leaders and their
representatives in student government while engaging in RHA activities and participating
in leadership conferences
 University Committees: University Rules and Regulations Committee, Student Health Services
Advisory Committee, Student Health Insurance Committee, Student Media Board, Evans Library
Advisory Council
o Contribute to the development and adoption process of University policies and initiatives
that directly or directly affect student, faculty and staff life
Employment Experience
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Texas A&M University Department of Residence Life – Resident Advisor (August 2012-May
2013)
o Enhanced living environment of students through education and programming, built
inclusive, learning communities and meaningful relationships through leadership and
meaningful relationships, and enforced Residence Life policies
Volunteer Internships
 Webb County Public Defenders (June 2013-August 2013)
o Assisted attorneys in court and office proceedings through legal research, translation for
Spanish speaking clients
 Habitat for Humanity – Human Resources Intern (June 2010-August 2010)
o Assisted with home-building and community service member activities
 Texas A&M International University TexPREP (June 2009-August 2009)
o Enforced rules relating to discipline as Program Assistant
Honors
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National Society of Collegiate Scholars inductee (2012-present)
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Dr. Joseph Graham Texas Right to Life Fellowship (2011-present)
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D.D. Hachar Charitable Trust Fund Scholarship recipient (2011-present)
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U.S. President's Volunteer Service Award (Prudential Community of Spirit Scholarship-2011)
South Texas Rising Star Scholarship recipient (2012-2013)
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Matt Valentin
Senate
Liberal Arts
Biography
Howdy. I am Matt Valentin. I am a
political science and sociology double major
from Tomball, Texas, but more importantly I
am the loudest and proudest member of the
fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2016
My college experience began where
many of yours had: fish camp. During the week
I would evolve from a former high school
student into an Aggie. This would start the ball
rolling. I was encouraged to join a Freshman
Leadership Organization, FLARE. My
involvement on campus would exponentially increase from this point. In the spring, I ran for a
seat in the 66th session of the Texas A&M Student Senate. I believed that I could make a
difference by representing the student body as best as I could in the position. Through no small
effort, I gained enough votes to earn a seat in the 66th Session, as well as fill a vacancy in the 65th
Session. I would be tested with difficult decisions a over the next months, but I always stayed
true to my constituents.
The following year would see more advancement. I became the event coordinator for the
Texas A&M chapter of the Young Americans for Liberty, a member of the University
Disciplinary Appeals Panel, and the Caucus Leader for the Liberal Arts representatives in the
Student Senate. This brings us to now, and I believe that you should send a vote my way.
Platform
I am running on a platform of communication and advocacy. The student senate is
pointless if the students we represent are left in the dark. During my time in senate, I have opted
to keep my constituency well informed through setting up tabling sessions for senate members,
as well as going to student groups and asking what they want for the future of A&M. This
process led to the creation of several bills with the purpose of benefiting both Liberal Arts majors
and any A&M student in general. I would continue in these efforts.
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Matt Valentin
Objective
· Dedicated Political Science and Sociology student seeking reelection as a student senator representing the Liberal Arts
community. As a current senator, I bring known success and dedication to the position. I will work so that the student
government can become more involved with the students.
Education
GRADUATED CUM LAUDE | 2008-2012 | TOMBALL HIGH SCHOOL
· Membership and Leadership Positions
· Debate Team: member 2009 – 2012; Vice President 2011 -2012
· Art Club: member 2008 -2012; Vice President 2010 -2012
· Academic Challenge: member 2010 -2012; Team Leader 2011-2012
· German Club: member 2009 – 2012; Treasurer 2011 -2012
· Science Olympiad: team member 2008 -2012; Secretary 2011 -2012
2012 - PRESENT | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
· Major: Political Science and Sociology
· GPA: 3.211
· Membership
· FLARE, the Liberal Arts FLO: member (August 2012 –May 2013)
· Student Senate: Filled vacancy in the 65th session, and member of 66th session (March 2013 – present)
· Liberal Arts Caucus Leader (November 2013 – present)
· Young Americans for Liberty member (May 2013 to present), Event Coordinator (August 2013 to present)
· Texas Aggies Making Changes: (August 2013 – present.)
· University Disciplinary Appeals Panel, Student representative– (August 2013 – present)
Work Experience
Tutor John, advertiser
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Fall 2013
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Responsible for handing out fliers for Tutor John to increase the number of student using their services
Senate Experience
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Bill author on 5 passed bills. 4 other bills currently in Committee.
Liberal Arts Caucus Leader
o Responsible for gathering ideas from Liberal Arts students on campus
Member of Constituency Affairs Committee
o Responsible for arranging Senate Tabling hours
Voting Record:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AkE6sMhNswsDdFJiMEpOdjNZQmFCRFBoZU1k
T09sYWc&usp=sharing
Luis Flores
Northside Senator
Platform
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the SGA
Student Senate are both organizations that work for the
betterment of the Aggie experience for students here at
Aggieland. I am running for two positions, Northside
Senator and RHA President. As such, I aim to increase
communication between these bodies and the student
population. RHA is by name and definition an
“Association” of the on-campus community. That is why
communication and development of communities not
only within Residence Halls, but also between Residence
Halls is of utmost importance to me. On-campus
residents currently have a sense of division, Northside
and Southside. As RHA president, I seek to bend that
line, not into one that divides campus, but instead bend it into a circle; a circle that encompasses both
Northside and Southside.
Communication is something that I want to increase not only within RHA, but also within the
SGA Student Senate. Senators are representatives elected by their caucuses and nothing else. As such, I
would continue my current practice of visiting each Residence Hall on-campus and giving Senate updates
at all RHA and Hall Council meetings I attend. That is what I already do, but I seek to further elaborate
upon that. Meetings are something that have a time limit and so not everybody including myself can
attend those. To accommodate and keep as many people “in the loop” as possible, I will create a database
of my voting records and a way to post descriptions of each bill that goes through Senate.
Biography
My name is Luis C. Flores and I am an Applied Mathematics in Computational Science major
and Chemistry minor from Portland, Texas. But most importantly, I am the loudest and the proudest
member of the fighting Texas Aggie Class of 2015! I have lived in multiple places including Acapulco,
Guerrero in Mexico. Mexico was my place of residence for 12 years until tragedy struck. From one day to
the next, I was wheelchair bound and living in McAllen, Texas. This was 8 years ago, and since then I
made a promise to myself. Nothing would be an excuse to give anything short of my best. Within four
years, I learned how to speak English and moved from McAllen to Portland, Texas.
While in Portland, I eventually made my way to Aggieland. Ever since coming to Texas A&M, I
have felt “there's a spirit can ne'er be told” and have worked tirelessly to fuse that spirit into my work
ethic. The spirit of Aggieland inspired me to help those around me and to serve them since day one. Since
my freshman year, I have been a member of the Council for Minority Student Affairs (CMSA), and the
Residence Hall Association (RHA). That however, has not been all I have taken on. Service has been my
life, thus I have moved on to serve Students within the SGA Student Senate and CARPOOL. All I ask, is
that continue to give me a chance to serve them to the best of my ability.
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Mireya Luna
Senate
Northside
Biography
I was raised in Dallas, Texas for most of my life. I graduated from W.H. Adamson High School
in Dallas. I decided to come to A&M because I could not think of a better university to attend. I
am a member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of ’17! (AAAAAAAA!!!!) I am Chemistry
major, currently a part of a research team here at Texas A&M. A fun fact about myself is that
while in high school, I had an incubator in my closet to incubate E.Coli.
Platform
Things here at A&M are great, however that is not the case for everything. For instance, the food
variety here on campus is for a lack of better words, “sucky.” Another change that would benefit
this campus and the student body would be a decrease in Beutel’s documentation wait time. It
takes them way too long to write a simple excused absence form. And finally, I would work to
see an increase in the emphasis and importance given to mental health.
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Marcial Brock
Senate
Off-Campus
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Austin Cantwell
Senate
Off-Campus
Co-candidates: Jeff Steines, Pearson Garnett, Trey Miller, Braynt Dang
Biography
Howdy, my name is Austin Cantwell, and I am a class of 2016 petroleum engineering student. I
am a first generation aggie that was born and raised in the Houston, Texas area. I severed as an
interim senator in the 65th session and I served in the 66th session for the engineering caucus. I
am also a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon in which I currently serve as the vice president of
finance. I would love to represent the student body again in this coming year. Thanks and
Gig 'em.
Platform
As a member of the Five for the Future campaign team I have decided to align my ideals with
those of the campaign group. Our campaign and candidacy is based around 3 basic principles.
The first of which is fiscal responsibility and fiscal conservatism. We want to make sure that we
protect the students’ financial interests at A&M and do everything in our power to limit the
amount of money they have to pay to receive their education. The second principle we desire to
portray is being good stewards of the power given to us by the student body. We desire to
acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this position and to represent the student
body and respect their opinions. The final principle we desire to portray is diligence in our work
towards our goal of improving student life on and off campus at Texas A&M University.
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Austin Cantwell
142 N. Shawnee Ridge Circle
The Woodlands, TX 77382
(832) 217-9994
austincantwell@gmail.com
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Objective: To secure an internship in the oil and gas industry for the summer of 2014.
Education:
Texas A&M University
Degree: Petroleum Engineering
Expected graduation date: May, 2016
G.P.A: 3.77
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Work Experience:
05/13 – 08/13
Engineering Intern, Linn Energy, Midland, TX
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Learned about and observed day to day field operations
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Evaluated hot oil treatments & made recommendations for alternatives
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Created tool to calculate proper tubing anchor tension
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Designed completion and oversaw completion of a saltwater disposal well
Special Skills:
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Visual Basic and Matlab programming languages
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Autocad and Inventor
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Computer Literate- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Computer maintenance
Honors/ Activities:
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Pledge Class Social Chair for Sigma Phi Epsilon during the Fall 2012 semester
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Rush Chairmen for Sigma Phi Epsilon for the Spring and Fall 2013 semesters
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Social Committee member for Sigma Phi Epsilon for the Spring and Fall 2013 semesters
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Elected representative to Texas A&M student senate for the 65th and 66th sessions
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Dean’s List
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Voted “Hardest Working Senior” by The Woodlands High school Class of 2012
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Montgomery County Texas President for YoungLife during 2010 to 2012
Extra-Curricular Activities/ Community Service:
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Member SPE
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Social committee member of Sigma Phi Epsilon
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Served on the student services committee at Texas A&M University
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Big Event 2013, Landscaped yard for an elderly couple
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Planed and promoted a skeet shoot that raised $17,000 for charity
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Team leader at Woodlands Church for Vacation Bible School
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Camp counselor on Jun 26th – July 2nd, 2012, for Woodlands Church
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Decoy for Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s alcohol compliance checks
References:
Anthony Riggan
Engineer, Samson Energy
Work: (713) 577-2006
E-mail: ariggan@samsonco.com
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Bryant Dang
Senate
Off-Campus
Co-candidates: Jeff Steines, Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Trey Miller
Biography
Howdy! My name is Bryant Dang and I am junior finance major from Round, Rock TX and I am
running to serve you and the rest of the student body as an off-campus senator. During high
school I had my first exposure to leadership by being the captain and MVP of the varsity tennis
team as well as attending the Outward Bound Leadership Program. Throughout my time here at
A&M, I have been involved with the Club Tennis Team, a FLO, the Aggies on Wall Street
Program as well as several other organizations within the Mays Business School. I am currently
a Vice President of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, a member of the Delta Sigma Pi
Professional Fraternity, a Peer Leader in the Freshman Business Initiative, and a member of the
new Investment Banking Program in Mays. I believe the Aggie Experience is tremendous and is
something that can never be replicated anywhere else. This has led me to run for off-campus
senate in hopes of making sure every student at A&M has their own unique and wonderful Aggie
Experience. I will be working directly under two Aggie alums this summer at KBW Investment
Bank, and through this recruitment process I have seen firsthand the depth and strength of the
Aggie Network. It is my goal to preserve and grow it. Hopefully you will find me a worthy
candidate to serve on the Student Senate. Thanks and Gig ‘em!
Platform
Five For the Future's platform is based on fiscal conservatism, respecting our position as student
senators, and making sure the voices of our fellow students are heard in student government.
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Rebecca Davis
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Howdy! My name is Rebecca Davis, and I am a Kinesiology
Major from Houston, TX but more importantly I’m the
LOUDEST AND PROUDEST member of the Fightin’
Texas Aggie Class of 2014! A-WHOOP! I will be finishing
my undergraduate degree this spring and I plan on
graduating in May and pursuing my master’s degree here
through the Texas A&M Health Science Center. I served in
student senate starting last year after filling in a vacancy for
the College of Education and Human Development in the
65th session and I am currently serving in the 66th session.
Being part of the student senate and being able to serve the
student body has been a privilege and an honor. I have
enjoyed representing the students and I would love to
continue doing so in the Off-Campus Residences caucus for
Fall 2014-Spring 2015.
Platform
As student senator I promise to do the following: put the
students first, keep student fees low, create more meal plan
options, improve transportation, and finally, build a better Texas A&M University. My goal has
always been to put the students first and ensure each and every one of you are represented
equally. I want students to know they can always call/email me with any questions they have and
I will respond. Student senate is here to not only represent the student body but serve them as
well.
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Rebecca Davis
Contact
Tel : 281 744 4988
e-mail :
rcatd10@neo.tamu.edu
Address
19411 ChinniCircle, Houston, Texas 77094
Profile
Objective
I am looking to pursue a career in medicine. I hope to go on to medical school, and
specialize in internal medicine. I chose internal medicine because, I want to
interact with others and use my management, leadership, and interpersonal
relationship skills. I truly enjoy helping others and I have a passion for medicine.
Education
2006-2010: James E. Taylor High School: 20700 Kingsland Boulevard Katy, TX 77450. Overall GPA
4.26, graduated with High Honors.
2010-Present: Texas A&M University: College Station Texas, 77840. Currently a junior majoring in
Kinesiology (Basic Exercise Physiology track), pre-med based. Overall GPA 3.3
Work Experience
Part-Time Job
The Tradition at Northgate
Leasing Agent
January to May 2011
Managed the front desk, gave tours of the property, sent out information of the property, and
prepared and finalized leases.
Part-Time Job
Katy ISD
Water Safety Instructor
May 2010-Present
Instructed swim lessons based on American Red Cross curriculum, discussed children's
progress with parents, and was responsible for children's safety in deep water. I organized
lessons and helped with parent orientations that explained the lesson curriculum.
Part-Time Job
Katy ISD
Head Life Guard
October 2009-Present
Responsible for the overall safety of pool patrons, and the supervision of the life guarding
staff, at the school district's pools. Helped set up large summer swim meets, and
organized summer school PE swim sessions.
Activities
Student Senator for the College of Education and Human Development
Committee Member of Academic Affairs
Member of the American Medical Student Association (AMSA)
Former Member of Texas A&M’s Pre Medical Society
Former Member of Aggie Access Learning Community
Member of Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society
Awards and Offices Held
Member of the National Primary Care Week Committee of American Medical Student Association Fall 2011- Spring 2013
Student Senator of the College of Education and Human Development (Spring 2013-Spring 2014)
Presented The Knights of Templar Education Scholarship December 2012
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Aubre Dean
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Howdy! My name is Aubre Dean. I am a
Sophomore International Studies –
Politics and Diplomacy Major,
Philosophy Minor from Crowley, Texas.
I am excited to be running alongside
Michael, and Anthony as 3 For Senate
for Off-Campus Student Senator
positions. Being a first-generation college student, I came to Texas A&M and immediately found
home. My primary goal has always been to give back to the university who has already given me
so much. I have had numerous organizations that have given me a very diverse college
experience. I am apart of Class Councils for two years and am currently serving as university
Pull Out Day Director. I’m privileged to be a delegate for the MSC Spencer Leadership
Conference, member of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority where I have taken leadership roles as New
Member Educator and Ritual Chair. I also served this past summer as a Fish Camp counselor. I
am a firm believer in the Aggie family bond and our core values of excellence, integrity,
leadership, loyalty, respect and selfless service. I ask that you help 3 For Senate uphold these
ideals and ensure that the voice of every student is heard by electing us as you Off-Campus
Senators. Thanks and Gig’em!
From transportation services and campus dining to administration transparency, we promise to
fight for you- the Student Body. We are also running because we feel like currently the Student
Body is left in the dark about too many important issues. Student senate has the ability to change
the campus and we plan to not only write and help pass legislation needed on campus, but to
work closer with campus administration to make sure the legislation passed is put into motion.
For further information email me at aubredean10@tamu.edu
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EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
International Studies – Politics and Diplomacy major
Philosophy Minor
Graduation May 2016
ACTIVITIES
Class Council (Fish Council and Sophomore Council)
August 2012 – Present
2013-2014 Pull Out Day Director
 Oversee the plans and organization of the sophomore class event.
 Involve my peers on every step of the way to keep them active in decision-making.
 Promote continuing Aggie traditions while raising funds for the Class of 2016 gift
2012-2013 TAMily Coordinator
 Helped start TAMily project within class councils to promote service to our community.
 Helped plan and organize the freshman class event
 Served on the 2013 Ring Dance committee and 2012 Maroon Out Committee.
Spencer Leadership Conference
October 2013 – Present
Delegate
 Attend pre-conference meetings to learn more about the roles of leadership
 Attend conference held in Dallas to further advance students as leaders
 Perform community service while in Dallas to show the importance of selfless leadership.
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
August 2012 – Present
2014 Ritual Chair
 Learn and preform rituals of our chapter and educate the chapter on why ritual must take place
2013 New Member Educator
 Mentored 75 New Members
 Taught New Members the policies, rules and history of Gamma Phi Beta.
 Budgeted a several thousand dollar budget
Fish Camp
May 2013 - Present
Inexperienced Counselor
 Currently mentoring a DG of freshmen through the first year here while teaching them the school’s many
traditions and aiding in the transition from high school to college.
HONORS
Class Council
Helped raise more funding for class gift through donations and freshman/sophomore class event than any other
class in the history of Texas A&M
Gamma Phi Beta
First underclassman to ever be elected as New Member Educator. Served on the committee for Crescent Classic
philanthropy event in 2012, which raised almost double what previous year made.
TAMU Mothers Club Scholarship
Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation Scholarship
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Aaron DeLeon
Senate
Off-Campus
Platform
If given the opportunity to serve as an Off-Campus Senator I pledge to work
directly for the students of Texas A&M. Transparency is something that I find
extremely important and I will do all that I can to ensure maximum transparency
within SGA. Student's have the right to know what their SGA is working on as it
directly relates to them. As our campus continues to grow it is increasingly
important to keep tuition low. I will continually fight to keep all prices as low as
possible, whether that be tuition/fees or sports passes. Student's should be able to
choose the meal plan that they need, I will strive for more affordable or more meal
plan choices. I look forward to serving you as an Off-Campus Senator.
Biography
I am from Frisco, Texas. I love this great university and have a passion to serve
the campus as well as the students. I am a member of Beta Upsilon Chi where I
serve as the social chair. I have served in SGA while being apart of the Student
Financial Aid Advisory Committee where I have acted as a vehicle for students to
the Financial Aid department.
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Pearson Garnett
Senate
Off-Campus
Co-candidates: Jeff Steines, Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Bryant Dang, Trey Miller
Biography
Howdy! My name is Pearson Garnett, and I am a freshman General Studies major
from Houston, Texas, but more importantly I am a proud member of the Fightin’
Texas Aggie Class of 2017. A!
Platform
My Campaign and candidacy is based around 3 basic principles. The first principle
is fiscal responsibility and conservatism. I want to make sure that I protect the
students’ financial interests at Texas A&M. The second principle is being a good
steward. I desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this
position and to represent the student body as a whole. The final principle is
diligence in my work. My goal is to improve student life on and off campus.
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Joseph Hood
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
I am a Freshman Political Science Major
born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. In high school, I served extensively in student government,
having the honor of being a student body officer and serving Texas as a state officer in the Texas
Association of Student Councils. In my time since, I have had the honor of serving the roughly
58,000 students at A&M as a member of the legislative relations team in student government,
where I have had the honor of serving with an amazing group of hard working Ags looking to
represent the student body in the state capital. I am in the largest and oldest FLO on campus,
MSC Aggie Leaders of Tomorrow, and most recently I am very excited to have been blessed
with the opportunity to help serve the class of 2018 as an Impact counselor.
Platform
I believe that senators should be voices for their constituents, not seats in an assembly room. It
seems like the only time that the Senate gets noticed is if it does If elected I will strive for better
communication between the Senate and the student. In the first session I will author and sponsor
a bill that will require the Senate to release a Bi-weekly email to the entire student body detailing
the Senate’s activities. I would also push for better record keeping of Senator votes on individual
bills and a method to make the voting record public. The student body deserves to know how
their representatives vote. I also support an expansion of services along with the expansion of the
student body, a reduction of waste on campus, ending mandatory meal trades, and most
importantly: sticking to the Aggie Honor Code and the core values of excellence, integrity,
leadership, respect, loyalty, and selfless service.
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Aaron Luce
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Austin Luce is from Corpus Christi, TX. Austin is a member of Beta Upsilon Chi (Brothers Under Christ)
Gamma Chapter at Texas A&M and proudly served twice as a Senator for the Off-Campus Caucus,
including once as Legislative Affairs Chairman.
One of Austin's favorite Aggie memories was attending the final A&M-t.u. rivalry game at Kyle Field.
Austin's favorite tradition is "howdy!" He thinks it's a great way to connect with fellow Aggies while
walking around campus.
As a self-supported college student, he understands the financial burden placed on many in the Aggie
family. He prides himself in opposing arbitrary tuition and fee increases and encouraging administrators
to find fiscally conservative approaches to funding.
Platform
By connecting with students, I believe that the Student Government Association can make Texas A&M a
better place. Students are the greatest asset to this university and I believe that by reaching out to students,
SGA can be an effective force for good at Texas A&M. As a senator, I will always be open to student
input. I will always reply to emails by students and do my best to reach out to those that put me in Student
Senate
I wish to pursue initiatives to provide more meal plan options and more effective bus routes for our
student body. As students, we spend a large amount of money attending Texas A&M and we deserve the
best from the services we are provided. I hope to work with the administration to optimize these services.
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Anthony J. Valdez
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Howdy! My name is Anthony Valdez. I am a sophomore Political Science major from Linn, Texas and I
am running for Off-Campus Student Senator along with Michael Murtha and Aubre Dean. Michael,
Aubre and myself have known each other for a while now and I could not be anymore excited to have a
collaborated campaign with these two wonderful friends of mine. I am a first generation Aggie and fell in
love with and knew Texas A&M was the school for me the moment I stepped onto campus. I am involved
in Class Councils, am a part of several SGA organizations such as The Big Event and Conference on
Student Government Associations (COSGA) and I was also a Fish Camp counselor this past summer. I
have a great passion for this university and it is my goal to better serve my school and the 12th Man in
any way possible. I would greatly appreciate your support to be your next Off-Campus Student Senator,
Vote 3 For Senate!!
Gig ‘Em and God Bless!
University organization involvement:
Fish Camp – 2012-2013 Counselor
SGA Big Event – 2013-2014 Staff Assistant
COSGA – 2013-2014 Host Staff
Class Councils – Class of 2016 Member
Contact Info:
ajvaldez@tamu.edu
3ForSenate@gmail.com
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Thomas Maranuk
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Born and raised from Houston, Texas, Thomas Maranuk is a sophomore Petroleum Engineer at
Texas A&M. He currently a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity where he serves as chairman
of community service. Thomas Maranuk is running for off-campus senate because he always
been interested in politics since serving as parliamentarian for his high school student council.
Thomas Maranuk looks to give back to the wonderful institution of Texas A&M and hopes to
bring innovative ideas to the table. Thanks and Gig’Em.
Platform
My candidacy is based on accountability, innovation and improvement. I believe that senator
should be acting in the best interests of their constituents. I will be accountable both financially
pushing for fiscal conservatism and accountable to my constituents trying to improve their
everyday life at A&M. I believe secondly in being innovative in ways we can better campus.
Third thing I believe we have the right programs in place but need to expand on them. As your
representative I wish to push for better transportation especially for parking and busing to west
Campus.
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Thomas Walter Maranuk
Education
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas May 2016
Bachelor of Science, Petroleum Engineering; GPA: 3.02
Work Experience
Weatherford International, Houston, Texas, Summer Intern Geoscience
June 2013-August 2013
 Beta tested Weatherford’s Comanche 2.0 and K2 (Well Planning and Drilling Engineering)
software
 Checked functionality and accessibility of the programs features and functions
 Verified that torque and drag calculations were correct for K1 (early version) and K2
 Streamed WITSML data from server into Comanche
 Identified bugs in both programs
Swift Worldwide Resources, Houston, Texas
June 2011
Time Clerk
June 2011
 Recorded backlogged overtime hours for various employees working on outsourced energy
projects
 Dealt with time records for the Horizon cleanup and other Petroleum related projects
 Filed all the backlogged overtime hours into storage and cabinets
 Gained increase skills in the use of excel, word, and copy machines
Major Honors and Distinctions and Extracurricular Activities
Delta Tau Delta (Zeta Sigma Chapter)
Delta Tau Delta - Community Service Chair
Society of Petroleum Engineers
American Associate of Drilling Engineers
Lacrosse - Team Captain (2011-2012)
Cheerleading
Academy of Science and Engineering
Student Council - Executive Board Parliamentarian (2011-2012)
National Honor Society
AP Scholar with Distinction
Boy Scouts of America
 Eagle Scout with Five Eagle Palms
 Assistant Senior Patrol Leader - Troop 599
 King Ranch Award (Most Outstanding Scout within my 150 member troop)
Senior Men – President
Work Crew - Vice-President (2011-2012)
Stratford Oaks
Shattered Dreams
Stratford Parent Teacher Association Scholarship Recipient
First Juniors Scholarship Recipient
API Scholarship Recipient
Weatherford Employee Scholarship Recipient
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2013
2013
2012-2013
2012-2013
2008-2012
2011-2012
2010-2012
2008-2012
2011-2012
2012
2008-2012
2010-2011
2008-2010
2011
2011-2012
2008-2012
2009-2012
2011
2012
2012
2012-2013
William “Trey” Miller
Senate
Off-Campus
Co-Candidates: Jeff Steines, Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Bryant Dang
Biography
Howdy, My name is Trey Miller. I am a sophomore Finance Major from Houston, Texas but
most importantly I am the Loudest and Proudest Member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of
2016! I am very excited to serve this University as a Student Senator!
Platform
Our campaign and candidacy is based around 3 basic principles. The first of which is fiscal responsibility
and fiscal conservatism. We want to make sure that we protect the students’ financial interests at A&M
and do everything in our power to li...mit the amount of money they have to pay to receive their
education. The second principle we desire to portray is being good stewards of the power given to us by
the student body. We desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this position and to
represent the student body and respect their opinions. The final principle we desire to portray is diligence
in our work towards our goal of improving student life on and off campus at Texas A&M University.
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William H. “Trey” Miller
14407 Chadbourne Dr.•Houston, TX 77079•Home (281) 584-9051•Cell (832) 623-4777•treym03@gmail.com
Education:
Texas A&M University
 Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
 GPA: 3.27
May 2016
Work Experience:
C&T Power Washing
Summer 2010, 2012, &2013
 Sole proprietorship with four employees providing local personal and corporate power washing services
 Financial and tax statements managed from proprietary Excel models
 Total Revenues of $20,000
 Increase in second year of 19% by providing incentive program to employees
Labhart Risk Advisors
 Data management for quantitative analysis and risk models:
o Value at Risk
o Stress testing
2008-2013
Organizations:
Sigma Phi Epsilon
 Vice President of Operations
 Vice President of Recruitment
 Clay Classic Committee (Philanthropy)
 Parents Weekend Committee
2013-2014
2012-2013
2013
2013
Aggie Investment Club
2013
Stratford High School
 Athletics – Football and Track
 Academy of Finance
 Business Professionals of America (BPA)
 Young Life
 Fellowship of Christian Athletes
 Stratford Oaks (tree planting organization)
2008-2012
2010-2012
2010-2012
2010-2012
2010-2012
2010-2012
Community Service:
Bluebonnet Nursing Home:
 Visitation and assistance to Dementia Patients
Fall 2012
Memorial Drive United Methodist Church
 Participated in various Youth Program service projects;
 Summer work camp volunteer for four years
2005 to Present
Honors:
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Outstanding Academic Achievement Award
National Honor Society
State Qualifier in BPA
3 Year Letterman in Varsity Track
Track “Spartan Award” Recipient for Outstanding teamwork and leadership
2009-2012
2011-2012
2011
2010-2012
2011
Michael Murtha
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Howdy! My name is Michael Murtha, and I am a
Sophomore Psychology Major and Philosophy
Minor from Allen, TX. I am honored to be
running for Off-Campus Student Senate in a joint
campaign with Aubre Dean and Anthony Valdez.
As a first generation Aggie, I have had the
privilege of falling in love with this university all
on my own. From the moment I walked onto this
campus I knew it was something special, and as
I’ve learned about the traditions and become a
part of the amazing Aggie network, my love for
this campus has grown. Because of these things I
have gotten involved at A&M in a variety of ways. I am currently a member of Class Councils, Old Army
Gentlemen’s Society (Ol’ Ags), Fish Camp, Phi Eta Sigma honor society, and I am a Spencer Leadership
Conference delegate. In the past I have been in Fish Council, served as a mentor for the Rite of Christian
Initiation for Adults program at St. Mary’s and worked as an EMT for Texas A&M. Texas A&M is an
amazing university, and because of the passion I have for it I would be honored to give back to this
university and serve you the student body. Help 3 For Senate help you by electing us as your Off-Campus
Student Senators. Gig ‘em and God bless!
Platform
Texas A&M is a great university. But just like any other university, there are things that can be improved.
For those living off-campus, there are three major areas Aubre Dean, Anthony Valdez, and I would like to
see improvement in as 3 For Senate. And for the student body as a whole, there is one area we believe
that would help unite this university even more. First off, for those living off-campus, we would like to
see more bus routes, more buses, and transportation services staying open later on days of special events
to promote tradition and give the students rides to things such as Silver Taps and Muster. Along with that
we would like to see an increase in the amount of parking spaces available to students, and a decrease in
the cost of the permits they buy. We believe this is very possible with a continually growing population at
A&M. And lastly, while not all off-campus students use dining dollars, those that do use them deserve a
greater variety of increments available for purchase and they deserve their money back if they do not
spend it all. To serve Texas A&M as a whole, 3 For Senate wants to promote a more transparent SGA.
We want the student body to know what is happening in their student government, and to be a part of the
policy that affects them.
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MICHAEL J. MURTHA
401 Nimitz Street
College Station TX, 77840
OBJECTIVE:
EDUCATION:
Cell: 214-536-7841
mjmurt18@verizon.net
Seeking election as Off-Campus Student Senator
Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Cumulative GPR: 3.89
Class of 2016
EXTRACURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES:
Class Councils
September 2012-Present
Member
 Accepted into the Fish Council FLO: attended numerous meetings, met point requirements for service,
and worked to begin setting up events to benefit the Class of 2016’s class gift to A&M.
 Maroon Out inventory 2012: attended bi-weekly meetings to maintain the inventory of the Maroon Out
2012 shirts.
 Dining room committee for Ring Dance 2013: helped create the dining room for Ring Dance 2013 by
brainstorming ideas, creating props, putting the room together, and helping work Ring Dance.
 Finance committee for Maroon Out 2013: trained to work as a cashier and run credit card transactions
while being trusted to oversee working funds and operations.
 Ring Dance Room Director for Ring Dance 2014: lead a committee to create a room while delegating
tasks and working with a team of directors to run Ring Dance
Old Army Gentlemen’s Society
September 2013-Present
Member
 Selected as a Sophomore to be in the New Member Class of 2013
 Participate in helping Ol’ Ags three philanthropies: Head Start, Isaiah’s Place, and Kingdom Ranch
through fundraising events, and physical labor
Fish Camp
February 2012-Present
Counselor in Camp Donaldson
 Prepared for six months through numerous trainings to teach the freshmen class of 2017 all about
A&M, its traditions, ways to get involved, and simply giving them a foundation and resource for when
they got back to College Station.
 Responsible at camp for keeping the freshmen entertained and excited as a Spirit Leader, Bus Leader,
and by performing numerous skits, while also responsible for taking care of their safety as an
Intramurals Official.
 Currently continuing to create a supportive environment for the freshmen by giving them a support net
and being a mentor to them as they begin their freshmen year at Texas A&M.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
August 2012-Present
Mentor, Eucharistic Minister
 Responsible for teaching a class of individuals who were contemplating converting to Catholicism.
 Created an open environment, presented lessons on doctrines of the Church, and led small groups.
 Trained as an Eucharistic Minister and worked at Masses by distributing the Eucharist to parishioners.
Texas A&M EMT
August 2012-December 2012
 Worked as an EMT Basic for Student Health Services at A.P. Beutel Health Center.
 Responsibilities included cleaning and maintaining a working ambulance, patient care, documenting
cases, staying up to date on certifications, and being able to work in intense situations while
maintaining a calm composure.
 Certifications: CPR, First Aid/AED, CNA, EMT Basic, and National Homeland Security training.
AWARDS AND HONORS:
 Chosen to represent Texas A&M as a Spencer Leadership Conference Delegate
 Named an honors student and placed on the Dean’s list after the 2012-2013 school year
 Invited to join the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
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Hannah Parks
Senate
Off-Campus
Biography
Howdy! I am an Allied Health major from
Georgetown, Texas. I am an active member of
Sigma Phi Lambda Christian Sorority where I have
been involved in Songfest, intramurals and have
served as a leader and mentor to my fellow
members. I volunteer at St. Josephs Hospital and
lead a Christian middle school girls club in Bryan. I
am a Student Senator in the College of Education
and Human Development. My Senate experience
began in the 64th session where I filled a vacancy
and I currently serve in the 65th session. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve my
university in the Student Senate this past year and to represent my fellow students. In my free
time I enjoy watching and playing sports, going to Pilates, cooking, traveling, reading, being
outdoors and spending time with my family and friends.
Platform
Texas A&M is a rich and diverse university and my experience here has been shaped by that. As
a student senator, I will work hard to make this university the best it can be for present and future
students. I promise to be open and transparent to the best of my ability to keep students
informed. I want to be accessible to students to hear their concerns and to answer any questions
they may have. My platform is centered on communication and maintaining traditions. I will
work hard to oppose increases in student fees, oppose mandatory meal plans and ensure that
more meal plan options are provided for students. Texas A&M traditions are close to my heart
and I am committed to protecting them and keeping them alive. I plan on working hard to unite
SGA and create a greater a greater sense of accountability and teamwork.
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Hannah Parks
hannahrparks@tamu.edu
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
August 2010 - May 2014
 College of Education and Human Development Bachelor of Science in Allied Health
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Texas A&M Student Senate 64th-65th Session
February 2013 - Present
 An elected Student Senator for the College of Education and Human Development
 Attend weekly meetings and work with fellow student senators, the Student Body President and his Executive Cabinet to work
on bills that will benefit the student body and the University
 Member of the Student Services Committee and am the Student Health Services Policy Advisor
 Member of the Student Health Services University Committee
Sigma Phi Lambda Christian Sorority
September 2011 - Present
 Participated in weekly pledge meeting, chapter meetings, small group and covenant group and completed service projects
throughout the semester
 Leader of a small group for new members and a covenant prayer group which each met weekly
 Participated in the intramural flag football team and intramural softball team
 Participated in Songfest dance competition which included 4 hours of practice per week
Challenge Girls Club
August 2006 - Present
 Lead a weekly girls club, includes activities, bible studies and monthly service projects
 Lead a girls group in Austin for 4 years, presently mentor a group in Bryan with 5 th/6th grade girls
 Lead retreats and camps for Challenge on the regional level of Challenge in the Houston area
ASB (Alternative Spring Break)
October 2010 - May 2011
 Prepared and planned for our spring break service trip to Little Rock, Arkansas
 Spent Spring Break in Little Rock where we volunteered at Arkansas Children’s Hospital
 Worked with sick children, assisted nurses, brought a positive spirit to children and families
 Took tours of research facilities where we learned much about children’s health research
 Lived independently, shopped and cooked all our meals and organized our own transportation
Texas A&M Pre-Medical Society
September 2010 - May 2011
 Participated in bi-monthly meetings
 Volunteered at Boys and Girls Club once a week, tutored kids and organized and participated in sports and activities with them
 Planned and participated in events such as Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s, Relay for Life and Blondes vs. Brunettes Powderpuff Tournament which raised money for Alzheimer’s research
HONORS AND AWARDS
 Dean’s Honor Roll, Texas A&M CEHD
Fall 2013
 Distinguished Student Award, Texas A&M CEHD
Spring 2012, Spring 2013
VOLUNTEER AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Volunteer at St. Josephs Hospital
August 2012 - Present
 Volunteer once a week at various areas of the hospital including Day Surgery, Volunteer
Services Office, Nursery, NICU, Emergency Room and Labor and Delivery
Magnified Health & Rehab Nursing Home
September 2010 - April 2011
 Volunteered once a week and helped the residents get exercise, engaged them in conversation and helped the staff clean up and
set up for events
Gallop Foundation Hippotherapy Program
September 2013 - Present
 Volunteer once a week with an Occupational Therapist and worked with disabled children
Nanny
May - August 2010
 Cared for 3 young children for a private household, 48 hours a week
Ron Parks Photography
May 2011 – August 2011
 Worked for a professional photographer where I managed the office, answered phone calls, booked weddings and photo shoots
at bridal shows, assisted at photo shoots and weddings, and assisted brides.
Substitute at Community Montessori School
May - August 2011
 Worked with children and assisted the Guide in activities, playtime, naps and lunch
Kanakuk Kamps
May 2013 - August 2013
 Worked full time at a Family Camp in Branson, Missouri for 12 weeks
 Responsibilities included working as a counselor for kids 0-16 and forming relationships with them and their family, leading small
groups, lifeguarding, housekeeping, working in the nursery, in the camp office, in the kitchen and serving meals to families
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Jeffrey Steines
Senate
Off-Campus
Co-candidates: Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Trey Miller, Bryant Dang
Biography
Howdy Ags! My name is Jeff Steines and I’m running for Off-Campus Senate. I was born and raised
right here in College Station, Texas, back in 1994. I went to high school at A&M Consolidated High
School. During high school I was involved in a wide variety of things, such as: Football, Soccer,
Business Professionals of America, Student Council and National Honor Society. I am currently a class
of 2016 accounting major here at Mays Business School. While I hope to be involved with the SGA, I’m
involved in other things on campus, such as: serving as social chair to my fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon,
working in the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Serving as a Judicial Board Member for the
Interfraternity Council and being a member of the national sophomore honor society Lambda Sigma. I
hope that you’ll find me worthy to serve the Student Body as your Off-Campus Senator for the upcoming
year. Thanks and Gig ‘em!
Platform
My group, 5 for the future, and I have a campaign and candidacy that is based around 3 basic pillars. The
first of which is fiscal responsibility and fiscal conservatism. We want to make sure that we protect the
students’ financial interests at A&M and do everything in our power to limit the amount of money they
have to pay to receive their education. The second pillar we desire to portray is being good stewards of
the power given to us by the student body. We desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along
with this position and to represent the student body and respect their opinions. The final pillar we desire
to portray is diligence in our work towards our goal of improving student life on and off campus at Texas
A&M University.
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Chris Woolsey
Senate
Off-Campus
Platform

Continue efforts to repeal mandatory meal
plans

Free 30 minute parking in garages

Return to first-come/first-serve football
tickets

System for Construction/Transportation
alerts similar to Code Maroon

Continued active legislation
Biography
My name is Chris Woolsey, Political Science major, and Aggie c/o 2015. I have served in
the past three sessions of Student Senate, and am seeking re-election to a fourth. I have served on
the Finance committee as well as the Rules and Regulations committee through these three
sessions. I’ve written, sponsored, and supported over 30 pieces of legislation affecting every
aspect of student life from parking and dining to repeatedly petitioning the Board of Regents to
oppose increased fees and tuition.
I firmly believe students are the best stewards of their own tuition and fee money and
deserve the best value for their dollar, and it is our duty in Student Senate to protect these
investments that students make in their education and lives. I also believe that the problems in
SGA could be solved if we all got together and went fishing on the weekends.
Outside of Senate, I coach football, weightlifting, track, and PE at Brazos Christian High
School, attend to various church commitments, and strive to spend more time during the week
fishing than studying.
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Christopher Douglas Woolsey
(210) 363-7657
cwoolsey11@gmail.com
Education:
 Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
College of Liberal Arts
Bachelors of Art in Political Science
Secondary Social Sciences Teaching Certificate
 San Antonio Christian High School, San Antonio, TX
Work Experience:
 San Antonio Christian High School, San Antonio, TX
Maintenance Department
o Maintenance and upkeep work during summer and winter school breaks
Athletic Department, volunteer
o JV/Freshman Assistant Football Coach
Middle School
o Substitute Teacher
May 2015
3.34 GPA
4.0 Major GPA
May 2011, Cum Laude
May 2012-Present
May 2011-Dec. 2011
Dec 2013-Present
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Brazos Christian High School, Bryan, TX
Athletic Department, volunteer
o Varsity Assistant Weightlifting Coach
o Middle School Assistant Track Coach
o Varsity Assistant Football Coach
o Varsity Assistant Video Director
o Middle School Assistant PE Coach
o Varsity Assistant Track Coach
o Varsity Head Powerlifting Coach
Extracurricular Involvement:
 Boy Scouts of America, San Antonio, TX
Summer Leadership Staff
o Quartermaster Staff
o Assistant Course Director, National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
Cub Adventure Camp Staff
o Scoutmaster Staff
Troop 117
o Assistant Scoutmaster
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Royal Family Kids Camp, Texas
Camp Counselor
o Summer camp counselor for at-risk children
Texas A&M Student Senate, College Station, TX
Senator
o 64th- Northside, Finance Committee
o 65th- Northside, Finance Committee
o 66th- Off Campus, Rules and Regulations Committee, Finance Committee
Jan 2012-Present
Jan 2012-Present
Aug 2012-Present
Aug 2012-Dec 2012
Jan 2013-Present
Jan 2014-Present
Feb 2014-Present
2009-2010
2011-2013
2011-2013
2011-2013
2011-Present
March 2012-May 2012
April 2012-May 2013
April 2013-Present
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Pro-Life Aggies, College Station, TX
Member
o Advocate for Pro-Life issues on campus and in community
Awards and Honors:
 Eagle Scout
 Presidents Volunteer Service Award, Gold
o Exceeding 1000 hours of community service
 Dean’s List, College of Liberal Arts
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Jan 2012-Present
May 2008
May 2011
Fall 2013
Andy Habib
Senate
Science
Biography
Howdy! My name is Andy Habib, and I am a biology major from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. I
am currently running for the student senate seat representing the College of Science. There is no
place in the entire world quite like Texas A&M, with its unique traditions, its caring student
body, and its long-held values such as honor, integrity and courage. I am running on these exact
principles- principles that entail my utmost devotion to you, the students who keep this
university thriving every day. I am running as a candidate who will always stand up for what is
right, and never allow my principles, the Aggie principles, to be tarnished. I want to begin
fighting the fights that many others simply avoid because they seem “too lofty” or
“unattainable.” I want to address any issues you may have within our own college and even
beyond. Issues ranging from inside the classroom and chemistry labs all the way to campus
aesthetic appeal would all be welcomed and brought up confidently before the rest of the senate
and administrators in charge. We are the generation that has the ability to mold the future for
Aggies fifty years from now, so that they will look back upon our time here and remember how
courageously we stood up and made a difference, and fought for the betterment of this great land,
Aggieland. Vote for me, I will represent you with boldness and integrity. Vote Andy Habib for
Student Senate (College Of Science).
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Andy Habib
Highschool: Christian Heritage Academy, in OKC, OK.
College Involvement:
Aggie Fish Club
Big Event Staff Assistant
Member of National Aggie Scholar Ambassadors (National Merit Scholar)
Recruiting National Merit and National Achievement students with
their academic drive and unique talents to attend Texas A&M and
make our college even better than it already is!
Counselor for Impact Christian Camp
Welcoming freshmen to Texas A&M and introducing them to the many
unique traditions that thrive here, while, most importantly, getting
them plugged into the Christian community.
Counselor for TBarM (Summer 2013)
Member of Brotherhood of Christian Aggies
President’s Endowed Scholar
National Merit Scholar
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Shane Rodocker
Senate
Science
Biography
Howdy! My name is Shane Rodocker, and I’m a sophomore Chemistry major from
Temple, TX, but more importantly I’m a loud and proud member of the fightin’ Texas
Aggie class of 2016! A-A-A-A-A! If elected, I feel it is my responsibility to the
College of Science, and the University as a whole to oppose raising the prices of fees
and tuition for students, as well as defending the right of students to oppose
compulsory meal plans for on-campus students. I will also strive to keep the Senate
morally and ethically bounded by the principles and traditions that make Texas A&M
such a great University. By committing myself to these tasks, I believe that I can do
my part to keep the excellence of the Aggie spirit alive.
Thanks and Gig ‘Em!
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Sawyer Tate Bennett Baker
Senate
Southside
Platform:
Freedom.
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Zachary Thornburg
Senate
Southside
Biography
First off, I am a proud member of the fighting Texas
Aggie class of 2017. I am an aerospace engineering
major in the Dwight Look College of Engineering,
and a proud resident of Mosher Hall. I am originally
from the Bryan and College station area, so I have
lived and breathed Texas A&M University traditions
and experiences since I was a small child.
I first got involved on campus when I was
elected president of my hall during the fall semester of
2013. I have pushed to make living in Mosher Hall
more enjoyable for all of its residents. I further got
involved in organizations, specifically the Residence
Hall Association57 by applying for and receiving the
position of National Communications Coordinator InTraining of the Residence Hall Association executive
team. Additionally I applied to become a member of
the National Residence Hall Honorary, which is comprised of the top 1% of on campus student leaders of
most universities across the nation, which is aimed towards the recognition of excellent leaders here on
campus, and was accepted. With these positions, as well as influence, I have served the on campus
community here at Texas A&M University unconditionally, and hope to bring this mentality of selfless
service to the senate for the greater
benefit of southside.
Platform
As Southside Senator, I aspire to not only represent Southside as their delegate but to push for positive
initiatives that further promote and advance the on-campus living experience of south side residents.
Southside makes up for a large portion of the on-campus student body community at Texas A&M
University. Southside deserves to have proper representation that is dedicated to showcasing the voice of
its residents in light of important initiatives. I hope to do this by being an active voice in senate, listening
to the voice of the residents and conveying their desires to the senate, and addressing each proposal of the
senate with a defined level of scrutiny. The residents of south side have been denied this proper
representation in the past, from my experiences here at Texas A&M University and for any positive
progress to be made for south side this issue must be resolved.
I aspire to make the living experience of the south side community more enjoyable for the south
side residents. I wish to do this by pushing for improvements to the south side modular, and commons,
residence halls such as adding more recreational activities for the residents to utilize on south side and in
the commons rather than having to locate elsewhere to enjoy such facilities. I also desire to push for
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initiatives that will allow us to make Southside more aesthetically pleasing so that living in the
community of Southside is more enjoyable.
3810 Courtney Circle]
[Bryan, Tx, 77802]
[(979) 676-2473]
Zatchk@tamu.edu
ZACHARY THORNBURG
SKILLS &
ABILITIES
EXPERIENCE
Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Organisational Development
PRESIDENT OF MOSHER HALL
August 2013 – May 2014
I am responsible for the positive development of the Engineering Living Learning
Community
NATIONAL CONFERENCE COORDINATOR IN TRAINING
November 2012 –Present
I am responsible for coordinating the Texas A&M delegation to national and
regional conferences for the South West Affiliate of College and University
Residence Halls as well as the National Affiliate of College and University
Residence Halls
EDUCATION
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE WORLD SCHOOL, BRYAN HIGH SCHOOL
Highest Education level – High School Graduate. Graduated with an International
Baccalaureate Diploma and Honors.
Current student at Texas A&M University – Aerospace Engineering.
COMMUNICATION
I have coordinated weekly meetings within the Engineering Living
Learning Community at Texas A&M with the students in order to
facilitate better academic enriching opportunities for the freshman
engineering students
I have made presentations in various lecture halls promoting a Texas
A&M Project called BUILD in which I conducted the largest volunteer
base for the Residence Hall Association at Texas A&M
LEADERSHIP
I am an active member in the National Residence Hall Honorary which
recognizes exceptional on campus leaders in a regional and national
spotlight
REFERENCES
Heather Correa
[Community Director – Engineering Living Learning Community]
[heather_correa@housing.tamu.edu]
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Garrett Hendrix
Senate
Transitional Academic Programs
Biography
Howdy! My name is Garrett Hendrix, and I am a sophomore General Studies major from Temple, Texas,
but more importantly I am a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2016! It is my hope to
represent the Transitional Academic Programs in the Student Senate this upcoming year. If elected, I will
oppose increases in student fees and tuition, and mandatory meal plans. Texas A&M is a university
enriched in great traditions and values, and I will do everything I can to keep the Spirit of Aggieland alive
and well. Not only do I work at the best place to eat in College Station, Chick-fil-A Aggieland, but I am
also an avid Dallas Stars fan, a subpar bass player, and proud Eagle Scout. For more information about
myself and what I would bring to the Student Senate, make sure to check out my Facebook page, “Vote
Hendrix for Senate,” and follow me on Twitter, @GarrettIsBeard. Make sure that your voice is heard by
voting this week on February 20th and 21st, and thank you for considering me as your Student Senator.
Thanks and Gig ‘Em!
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