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Silver Taps

Silver Taps is one of the most sacred and significant traditions at Texas A&M. It is one of the final tributes held for any Aggie who was enrolled in undergraduate or graduate courses at the time of their death. A Silver Taps ceremony is held on the first Tuesday of each month, from September to April, to honor students who have passed away since the last ceremony. The Battalion remembers these Aggies by writing stories honoring them and including them in every print edition preceding a ceremony.

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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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Silver Taps: William Harrison Hall

Nicholas Gutteridge September 1, 2023

September 5, 2000 — May 1, 2023 "He has proven over and over to be of fine, responsible, and empathic character." Political science senior William Harrison Hall thought of Texas A&M as more than...

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Silver Taps: Madison Taylor Dovie Hall

By Caleb Elizondo September 1, 2023

June 4, 2001 — April 28, 2023 When she walked into a room, she lit it up with her personality. Madison Hall was an inquisitive student, kind-hearted friend and valued member of her community. Madison...

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Silver Taps: Luke Anthony Morse

Sydnei Miles September 1, 2023

May 6, 2004 — July 8, 2023 An intelligent human and math wiz at heart. Live life bold: a phrase Luke Morse used as inspiration and encouragement in the latter part of his life. Luke had a bright mind...

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Silver Taps: Lorena Maria Casares

By John Chapa September 1, 2023

October 31, 2001 — June 17, 2023 A selfless, life-long learner; an inspiration to Aggies everywhere Lorena brought light to the world and inspired others without knowing it. Molecular and cellular...

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Silver Taps: Gregory Angus McFarlane, Jr.

Ana Renfroe September 1, 2023

January 2, 2003 — July 5, 2023 Caring, selfless, geeky and unapologetically himself. Gregory Angus McFarlane, Jr will be remembered for his immense nerdiness and love for others. Ever since he was...

Silver Taps: Christian Duvall Owen

Christian Duvall Owen: Silver Taps

By Michaela Rush April 26, 2023

Christian was a light in the lives of all he met.Those who knew environmental studies senior Christian Owen knew him as a helping hand, a kind heart and a spreader of joy. Though he grew up attending small...

Agricultural economics sophomore Nate Callaway will be honored at Tuesday’s Silver Taps Ceremony in Academic Plaza at 10:30 p.m.

Silver Taps: Nathaniel ‘Nate’ Neil Callaway

Ana Renfroe March 29, 2023

December 20, 2002 — March 18, 2023 Nathaniel “Nate” Neil Callaway Generous, selfless, loyal and an Aggie through and through. Nate was driven and overwhelmingly kindhearted and will be remembered...

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Silver Taps: Nicholas James Brueckner

By Kyle McClenagan February 2, 2023

July 9, 2001 — June 17, 2022A fearless, hardworking, kind friend who always gave 110%Nicholas was a talented, determined individual who never gave up.Since a young age, Nicholas had always been outgoing...

Matthew Anthony Calderon (center) will be honored at the campus Silver Taps Ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 10:30 p.m. at Academic Plaza.

Silver Taps: Matthew Anthony Calderon

By Michaela Rush December 4, 2022

August 11, 2003 — October 19, 2022Matthew Anthony CalderonA kind, friendly person, with a gentle heart.Matthew will be remembered as a loving brother and son, a soccer lover, who  was relied...

Silver Taps: Meghana Devi Kodali

Silver Taps: Meghana Devi Kodali

Kathryn Miller October 26, 2022

March 24, 2002 — September 25, 2022Silver Taps: Meghana Devi KodaliA brilliant student and with a heart for helping othersAfter graduating from Bellaire High School as a Brown Scholar and a National...

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