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All content by By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
The most recent Texas vaccination report shows one-third of Texans have taken the opportunity to get vaccinated against COVID-19 which has contributed to the lowest number of cases and hospitalizations across the state in over a year. 

Fighting flu season

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 6, 2021

A&M to host vaccine pop-up on Oct. 9

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 5, 2021
The Texas A&M University System will commemorate World Teacher Day by lighting several buildings across campus blue on Tuesday, Oct. 5. 

Igniting future generations

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 5, 2021
Texas A&M University celebrated their 145th anniversary with an ice cream truck stationed in Kyle Field Plaza on the afternoon of Monday, Oct. 4. 

Party like it’s 1876

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 4, 2021
To accommodate the extreme demand of the already sold out Alabama game, ticket pull will run for an extra hour.

A&M announces extended ticket pull for Alabama game

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 30, 2021
Eligible students now have the opportunity to receive COVID-19 antibody therapy through Texas A&M's Student Health Services. 

Mobile COVID-19 infusions offered on campus

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 28, 2021
National Voter Registration Day will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 28. Students looking to register to vote in Texas have several on-campus options. 

Your vote, your voice

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 27, 2021
News Editor Aubrey Vogel receives her Aggie Ring this Friday Sept. 24 at 11:15am. 

Worth every challenge

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 22, 2021
Aggie Ring Day is happening on Sept. 24 in the Ford Hall of Champions.

5,199 students to receive Aggie Rings

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 22, 2021
COVID Kiosk Testing

A&M announces results of mandatory COVID-19 testing program

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 21, 2021
The most recent Texas vaccination report shows one-third of Texans have taken the opportunity to get vaccinated against COVID-19 which has contributed to the lowest number of cases and hospitalizations across the state in over a year. 

3 pop-up vaccine areas offered in upcoming week

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 19, 2021
The Students for a Democratic Society at Texas A&M held a peaceful protest regarding racial injustice and the removal of the Sullivan Ross statue in Academic Plaza on the evening of Thursday, Sept. 16. 

Sully statue protesters, counter-protesters return to Academic Plaza

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 16, 2021
With a return to full-capacity and in-person learning, Texas A&M professors across campus are encouraging students to mask-up and are offering incentives in response to a rise in COVID-19 cases. 

Students react to professor COVID-19 precaution incentives

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 15, 2021
Texas A&M's list of student safety resources can easily be found on the back of  every Texas A&M student ID. 

Campus resources: Student safety

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 15, 2021
Admin Building Pass Fail

University comments on student death from COVID-19

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 13, 2021
Students looking for additional resources to aid in academic success have several on-campus options that are available at no cost. 

Campus resources: Academic success, career advising

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 12, 2021
The FDA approval of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, Aug. 23 draws opinions of those looking to stop the spread of COVID-19. 

Professors, health officials react to Pfizer FDA approval

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 9, 2021
With COVID-19 cases on the rise, on-campus residents who have tested positive are coming forward with complaints in regard to quarantine housing. 

On-campus quarantined students overlooked

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 8, 2021
Head Yell Leader Memo Salinas addressed the student body following the Sept. 4 game against Kent State as a reminder to uphold the Aggie Core Values. 

Campus leaders respond to ‘bad bull’ at Kent State game

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 8, 2021
On Saturday, Sept. 4 Aggies filled the stands of Kyle Field wearing red, white and blue for the first home football game of the season. Aggies recreated the historic 2001 memorial game in honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11. 

Head yell leader responds to obscenities at fall opener

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 7, 2021
An outdoorsman who embraced the Aggie spirit, Josh Cameron Bauerle will be honored at the Sept. 7 Silver Taps ceremony. 

Silver Taps: Josh Cameron Bauerle

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 6, 2021
Breaking News

A&M announces COVID-19 vaccine incentives

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 3, 2021
With the Texas A&M football season set to begin on Saturday, Sept. 4, gameday parking restrictions will go into effect across campus. 

Transportation tips for Kent State game

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 3, 2021
Senior public health major Carolina Uribe will be one of 100 fellows to take part in Pfizer's nine year program. 

A&M student in inaugural Pfizer program class

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 1, 2021
Throughout the 2021-2022 academic year, Texas A&M will host a series of events in celebration of 100 years of the 12th Man. 

Celebrating 100 years of The 12th Man

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 1, 2021
In the first game of the 2021 football season, Texas A&M will recreate the historic 2001 red, white and blue memorial game in honor of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of 9/11. 

Kyle Field to honor anniversary of 9/11

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 1, 2021
Professor Paula deWitte addresses the ethical issues faced by the technology industry.

Professors comment on full return to campus

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
August 23, 2021
On Monday, Aug. 23 the Food and Drug Administration officially approved the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine, marking a significant step towards combating the pandemic. 

FDA approves Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
August 23, 2021
Texas A&M's Student Government Association will make history during the 2021-2022 academic year with the first all female cabinet. 

Power, positivity, progress

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
August 22, 2021
The 2021 summer commencement ceremonies will conclude on Friday, Aug. 13 with the graduation set to take place at 10 a.m. in Reed Arena. 

Summer graduates to walk stage Aug. 13

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
August 12, 2021
Breaking News

Texas A&M president exposed to COVID-19

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
August 11, 2021
Texas A&M's Department of Transportation Services will shift from physical parking permits to virtual for the 2021-2022 academic year. 

Is your plate up to date?

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
July 26, 2021
Texas A&M will welcome former students back to campus where multiple make up class reunions will take place throughout the 2021-2022 academic year. 

Joint class reunions set for fall

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
July 22, 2021
The Women's Network is set to open a chapter at Texas A&M to connect women across campus as well as on a much larger scale through the organization as a whole. 

The Women’s Network expanding to A&M in fall

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
July 21, 2021
Texas A&M professors weigh-in on the passage of SB 165 which became effective on June 14. 

A&M professors weigh in on SB 165

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
July 20, 2021
The College of Veterinary Medicine & Biological Sciences program director Vince Hardy (third from right), has faced backlash throughout the week for comments made in his "reply-all" email regarding the LGBTQ+ community. 

CVMBS email incident need-to-knows

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
June 24, 2021
Students and residents of the 2818 Place apartment complex are currently facing a variety of inconveniences such as displacement, with the addition of a new management system. 

Students encounter severe issues with summer renovations

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
June 22, 2021
Breaking News

A&M to be closed Friday, June 18 to honor Juneteenth holiday

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
June 17, 2021
Veterans Covearge

Newly remodeled VRSC hosts dedication, opening ceremony

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
June 14, 2021
Following a year of virtual new student conferences due to COVID-19, incoming freshman and transfer students will receive an in-person experience this year with the option to participate virtually should they choose to do so. 

NSC leaders share advice for Class of 2025

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
June 10, 2021
The new Texas A&M University president, Kathy Banks will begin her term starting on June 1, making her only the second female president in the university's history. 

Kathy Banks assumes role as 26th university president

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
May 31, 2021
Breaking News

A&M officially declares end to campus mask mandate

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
May 18, 2021
The Texas A&M Honor Office released a press statement on May 17 to announce an improvement in communication between staff and students following a large cheating scandal in a Fall 2020 online class. 

Cracking down on cheating

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
May 17, 2021
Opinion writer Stephanie Meckel discusses how Texas A&M has not been able to control mask wearing on campus through its "Don't Pass It Back" initiative.

Unique experiences shape the Class of 2021

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
May 10, 2021
Final Year

Experiencing senior year in the unprecedented

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
May 10, 2021
Professors reflect - student studying

Upcoming fall semester marks return to in-person instruction

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
May 9, 2021
Friends and family members of Aggies who passed away within the last year gather to light candles after their loved one's name is called as a way to honor their lives during the Roll Call for the Absent at the Campus Muster Ceremony in Reed Arena on Wednesday, April 21. 

Thousands gather to honor fallen Aggies at hybrid Campus Muster

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 21, 2021
The new Texas A&M University president, Kathy Banks will begin her term starting on June 1, making her only the second female president in the university's history. 

Q&A with incoming university President Katherine Banks

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 20, 2021
Gen. T Michael Mosely

Retired Gen. T. Michael Moseley to deliver keynote at 2021 Campus Muster

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 20, 2021
The first Muster was held in 1883 and was officially adopted in 1903.

2021 Campus Muster hosted in Reed Arena, livestreamed to Kyle Field

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 20, 2021
Staff from The Battalion received a total of 21 awards in recognition of their work in 2020 by the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association.

Texas A&M Student Media recognized at TIPA Awards

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 15, 2021
Campus

A&M shares Aggie Spirit through Family Weekend

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 7, 2021
Easter will be celebrated on Sunday, April 4 this year. 

Celebrating Easter weekend in Aggieland

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
April 1, 2021
Texas A&M's decision to forgo a traditional spring break is leaving students burned-out with many continuing to face additional stress associated with COVID-19. 

Burning out

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 31, 2021
On Saturday, March 27 students across College Station participated in the largest one-day student-run service project in the nation. 

Big Event is a big success

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 28, 2021
Vaccine rollout

Aggies share vaccination testimonials

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 24, 2021
The extreme winter weather Texas faced in February caused significant damages across Texas A&M's campus, some of which have yet to be resolved. 

Repairs continue after winter storms damage campus facilities

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 24, 2021
Texas A&M professors discuss the possible implications of a Restricted Occupancy Overlay and what it could mean for College Station students and residents. 

A&M professors explain what ROO means for College Station

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 22, 2021
Attendees of the COVID-19 vigil silently walked around campus in honor of the lives lost during the pandemic, taking a route similar to Elephant Walk.

‘Grieving as one’

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 12, 2021
Student Bonfire helped the Bryan-College Station community prepare for the  winter weather by offering free firewood to hundreds of people. 

Student Bonfire exhibits selfless service

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 9, 2021
Members of the Bryan-College Station community reflect on on how COVID-19 has impacted their lives nearly a year later. 

Professors, medical professionals reflect on year of COVID-19

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
March 9, 2021
The historic Union Pacific No. 4141 Engine will arrive in College Station in April and is to be housed in the George H.W. Bush Library and Museum along with the Marine One helicopter. 

4141 Train, Marine One Helicopter to call College Station home

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
February 23, 2021
Freezing rain and snow produced historic winter weather that resulted in record-breaking temperatures in the Bryan-College Station area and across Texas. 

Texas, Brazos County see ‘once-in-a-generation’ winter storm

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
February 21, 2021
The $8 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Education will provide opportunities for third through fifth graders in Texas to explore STEM learning. 

Project VICTORY to utilize $8 million grant

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
February 3, 2021
Texas A&M is set to kick-off Black History Month beginning Feb. 1 and will provide students the opportunity to participate in events both virtually and on campus. 

A&M to host multiple events celebrating Black History Month

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
January 31, 2021
The B.1.1.7 strain was first found in the U.K. but has now been found in the U.S.

A&M professors discuss B.1.1.7. coronavirus strain

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
January 28, 2021
Biden issued 17 executive orders on his first day in office, and has already started reversing orders set in place by the Trump administration.

A&M professors analyze Biden’s first week in office

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
January 25, 2021
Professors reflect - student studying

A&M begins spring classes with continued COVID-19 precautions

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
January 18, 2021
The 87th Texas Legislative Session began on Jan. 12, 2021 and concludes on May 31, 2021.

87th Texas Legislative Session underway

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
January 17, 2021
Southside Rec Center

A&M Board of Regents approves south campus Rec Center

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
December 9, 2020
Professors reflect - student studying

Professors reflect on fall semester

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
December 6, 2020
Texas A&M will host 15 separate in-person commencement ceremonies in Reed Arena for fall graduation.

A&M releases fall graduation plans

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 23, 2020
Texas A&M University Police Department is located in Texas A&M Research Park and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and holidays.

Texas A&M 2020 Security Report released

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 23, 2020
Brazos Valley Health Department

Local health officials speak about COVID-19, flu updates

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 12, 2020
The last day of on-campus instruction for Texas A&M’s College Station campus is Monday, Nov. 23.

Home for the holidays

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 11, 2020
The Aggie Rings for Veterans program was started in 2013 to raise money to provide ring scholarships for student veterans.

Serving those who have served

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 11, 2020
Department of oceanography assistant professor Colleen Petrik has been chosen to co-lead a task force that aims to link climate to physics, biology and chemistry in the ocean.

Oceanography professor to serve as co-lead of federal task force

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 5, 2020
Transportation Aggie Spirit Bus

Transportation Services staff awarded for excellence

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 3, 2020
Bush Livestream

Bush School hosts virtual panel to clear up election uncertainties

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 2, 2020
Sophomore running back Isaiah Spiller ran for 90 yards against Arkansas.

A&M notches ninth consecutive win over Arkansas

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
November 1, 2020
Brazos County has 25 different Election Day polling places.

Brazos County prepares polling places for Nov. 3 election turnout

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 28, 2020
There are signs posted throughout Kyle Field and announcements played over speakers to remind spectators to wear face coverings.

A&M fined for failure to adhere to SEC COVID-19 protocols

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 25, 2020
Bars on Northgate like Tipsy Turtle and Paddock have implemented COVID-19 precautions.

College Stations bar owners respond to new order

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 21, 2020
The Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band recording will be shown at the U.S. Embassy in Hungary for a statue unveiling ceremony of George H.W. Bush.

Aggie Band recording marches for statue unveiling in Hungary

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 18, 2020
President's Excellence Fund

Second annual President’s Excellence Fund symposium hosted virtually

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 13, 2020
People sat in the backs of their trucks.

Over 1,000 supporters rally for second Trump Parade

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
October 11, 2020
First responders ages 18-75 are eligible to participate in a vaccine trial hosted by A&M.

A&M researchers hosting COVID-19 vaccine trial

By Aubrey Vogel @aubrey_vogel
September 28, 2020
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