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The Battalion

English junior and musician Jessica Pardede sits for a photo in The Battalion’s studio on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. (Chris Swann/The Battalion)
This is Jessica Pardede
Student embraces vulnerability through independently produced music, weaving inspiration from songwriting sessions to heartfelt melodies
Sophia Munoz, Life & Arts Writer • December 20, 2024
Texas A&M guard Hayden Hefner (2) shoots a layup during Texas A&M’s game against Houston Christian University at Reed Arena on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024. (Jackson Stanley/The Battalion)
No Taylor, no problem
A&M dominates Houston Christian despite missing Wade Taylor IV
Ian Curtis, Managing Editor • December 20, 2024
Vice President for Student Affairs Joe E. Ramirez Jr. speaks at The Big Event's opening ceremony. (Adriano Espinosa/The Battalion)
Welsh announces interim vice president for student affairs
J. M. Wise, News Editor • December 19, 2024
Texas A&M forward Jada Malone (13) drives toward the basket during Texas A&M’s game against Mississippi Valley State at Reed Arena on Thursday, Dec. 169, 2024. (Chris Swann/The Battalion)
Malone, Abdur-Rahim lead A&M past MVSU in non-conference finale
Pair of Aggies obtain double-doubles off bench in blowout victory
Ian Curtis, Features Editor • December 19, 2024
Spring 2025 Media Kit
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Letter From the Editor
The Battalion announces incoming spring editors
Nicholas Gutteridge, Ian Curtis to step into the publication’s top roles
J. M. Wise, News Editor • December 20, 2024
Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during his visit to College Station to endorse House District 14 candidate Paul Dyson at Pebble Creek Country Club on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.
Gov. Abbott orders tuition freeze extension
David Swope, News Reporter • December 21, 2024
Texas A&M forward Lauren Ware (32) jumps for a ball against Texas Southern guard Aaliyah Henderson (3) during Texas A&M’s game against Texas Southern at Reed Arena on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (Hannah Harrison/The Battalion)
Women’s basketball secures sixth win of season
Kolton Becker, Sports Writer • December 17, 2024
Head coach Buzz Williams talks to Texas A&M Aggies forward Pharrel Payne (21) during Texas A&M’s charity exhibition against Houston at Fertitta Center in Houston, TX on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. (Chris Swann/The Battalion)
A&M brings the Payne to Purdue
Ian Curtis, Features Editor • December 14, 2024
Rural Oakwood, Texas's water tower on November 27, 2024. (Jessica Roppolo/The Battalion)
Opinion: In support of rural America
The backbone of our country is dying
Joshua Abraham, Opinion Writer • December 9, 2024
A&M's NMDP branch gets students to register to be potential stem-cell donors in Rudder Plaza on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024
Saving lives, one stem cell at a time
How Aggies are championing the National Marrow Donor Program and advocating for A&M policy change to support life saving donations
Shalina Sabih, Features Writer • December 5, 2024
The Queen of Aggieland Reveille X sits on the field during Texas A&M’s game against New Mexico State at Kyle Field on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. (Hannah Harrison/The Battalion)
Game day, the Rev way
Theresa Lozano, Life & Arts Editor • December 5, 2024
(Left to right) Dance seniors Bailey and Lenzy Zettler pose for their dance at the PEAP Building on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. (Ashely Bautista/The Battalion)
From the ground up
Brook Dryden, Life & Arts Writer • November 27, 2024
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