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The Battalion

Traditions

A group of Aggies met for Muster last year in Florence, Italy. (Photo courtesy of Ryan Price/Italy A&M Club)

‘Here’: Commemorating all Aggies worldwide

Sydnei Miles, Head Life & Arts Editor April 17, 2024

Spanning from rural towns to busy cities, Aggie Muster reaches former students far and wide. Muster ceremonies are held on April 21 in over 300 locations — domestically and internationally. On the...

The Ross Volunteers Firing Squad presents arms after the 21-gun salute at Muster in Reed Arena on Friday, April 21, 2023.

‘Muster is stronger when everybody’s there’

Theresa Lozano, Life & Arts Writer April 17, 2024

Marked on April 21 every year, Muster brings together thousands to celebrate and remember loved ones as a part of the Aggie Family — honoring approximately 1,400 late Aggies in 2024.  Started in...

Silver Taps: Joel Jose Vazquez

Silver Taps: Joel Jose Vazquez

Sydnei Miles, Head Life & Arts Editor March 4, 2024

April 4, 2001 - September 18, 2023 Joel Jose Vazquez An adventurous, noble spirit, water lover and nature enthusiast.   Joel Vazquez, an only child, grew up in Austin, where he played lacrosse...

Silver Taps: Stephen ‘Steve-O’ Oluwafemi Oderinde

Silver Taps: Stephen ‘Steve-O’ Oluwafemi Oderinde

Ana Renfroe March 3, 2024

February 12, 1997 — January 22, 2024 Stephen “Steve-O” Oderinde Unwavering, loyal to family and dedicated to his passions. To change the world, Stephen knew he had to step outside of the box. At...

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Silver Taps: Logan Kael Jones

Amy Leigh Steward January 31, 2024

September 1, 2001 — November 4, 2023 A true Aggie with love for the people and world around him Logan was one of those people whose kindness left a permanent impression. More than anything, he cared...

Campus bonfire Jan. 2023
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Former Battalion editors reflect on Bonfire

John Chapa November 16, 2023

A quarter of a century ago, tragedy struck campus after the 1999 annual Bonfire collapsed and killed 12 students. Two former Battalion staff members discussed their experience covering the tragic event...

Drake Hardison Silver Taps

Silver Taps: Drake Barrett Hardison

By Anna Deardorff November 6, 2023

April 5, 2004 — September 16, 2023 A curious student who loved learning about the world and serving people around him. Drake’s mother, Robyn, described Drake as a mischievous young boy, who...

Dylan Miyamoto Silver Taps

Silver Taps: Dylan Kanoa Miyamoto

Zoe May, Editor in Chief November 6, 2023

October 11, 2000 — September 27, 2023 Personable, quick to smile, smart as a tack and forever missed from his family’s lives. Though born in California, Dylan was raised in Maple Valley, Washington...

Britney Romero Silver Taps

Silver Taps: Britney Romero

Ana Renfroe November 6, 2023

April 25, 2005 — October 15, 2023 Bright, radiant and unconditionally caring. Britney always aspired to be an Aggie and was most proud to achieve her dream. Born in San Marcos, Britney was a first-generation...

Life & Arts editor Anna Deardorff received her Aggie Ring at the Clayton W. Williams, Jr. Alumni Center on Friday, Sept. 29 at 9:30 a.m.

‘It’s been a long time coming’

Anna Deardorff, Head Life & Arts Editor September 27, 2023

I grew up in a house divided. My mom was born and bred in Austin, so becoming a Longhorn was inevitable for her. My dad is from Kansas but graduated with his master’s in architecture from Texas A&M...

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Silver Taps: Andrew Thomas Henges

By Anna Deardorff September 1, 2023

September 17, 2003 — April 29, 2023 Andrew always looked to better himself by being uncommon amongst uncommon people.  Every single Aggie Core Value lined up with Andrew perfectly, his older...

Silver Taps: Samuel “Sam” Hartsfield Raines Jackson

Silver Taps: Samuel “Sam” Hartsfield Raines Jackson

By Anna Deardorff September 1, 2023

March 9, 2003 — May 18, 2023 Sam was an all-around remarkable human being. “Looking back on our friendship, he never once talked bad about anyone,” kinesiology junior Kate Morsbach said....

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