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All content by By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
The Freedom From Terrorism Memorial stands near the Quad on the southside of campus.

Nineteen years later, College Station residents remember 9/11

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
September 10, 2020
The Fightin' Texas Aggie Band practiced in Kyle Field for the first time this fall on Sept. 2.

SEC on-field restrictions affect spirit, band

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
September 2, 2020
Aidan Berwick was an intelligent and caring individual who enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons with friends.

Silver Taps: Aidan Alexander Berwick

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
August 27, 2020
One of the precautions set in place by the Department of Residence Life is mandatory masks everywhere except the student’s dorm room.

A&M ResLife braces for influx of COVID-19 cases among residents

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
August 16, 2020
Administration Building

Federal government rescinds international student in-person class restriction

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
July 14, 2020
New posters are now located across campus promoting "Healthy Habits."

Texas A&M now requiring COVID-19 training for all returning students

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
July 13, 2020
Anti-Racism LibGuide

Texas A&M Libraries create Anti-Racism guide

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
July 13, 2020
To celebrate the contributions of Black Texan artists, the MSC Visual Arts Committee is displaying 12 works from the University collections in Reynolds Gallery including "Autumn Twins" by John Biggers. 

“Black Artists Matter”

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
July 7, 2020
Masters of Fine Arts candidate Krislyn Koehn's Wonder thesis exhibition will be on display in the Stark Galleries July 7-19.

Campus art galleries reopen

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
July 1, 2020
Two weeks after being vandalized and covered by a tarp, the statue of Lawrence Sullivan Ross has been cleaned and uncovered.

Sul Ross statue back on display

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 25, 2020
Twins Karen Judith Briseño and Karen Janette Briseño graduated from Mesquite High School as Valedictorian and Salutatorian, respectively. Both are members of the Class of 2024 and will study Chemistry in the fall.

Two of a kind

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 21, 2020
Juneteenth is the celebration of the abolition of slavery in the state of Texas in 1865. 

Making a national holiday

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 18, 2020
Brian Fisher, senior pastor of Grace Bible Church, is one of the original authors of the statement.

Bryan-College Station pastors issue joint statement denouncing racism

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 17, 2020
The Student Recreation Center is currently open at 50 percent capacity.

Getting fit, staying safe

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 17, 2020
In addition to serving as governor of Texas and A&M’s president, Lawrence Sullivan Ross was a Confederate general during the U.S. Civil War.

President Young announces race relations task force, historic representations commission

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 17, 2020
Academic Building

Exposing hate with a hashtag

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 11, 2020
The Brazos Valley Farmers Market will host its summer kickoff Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. to noon in Downtown Bryan.

Small businesses bouncing back

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
June 4, 2020
Summer 2020 classes will all be administered online.

Aggies offer advice on taking summer courses

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
May 25, 2020
Messina Hof is offering a "Bottle of Thanks" program in which they will send a bottle of wine to healthcare workers to show appreciation.

Raise a glass to medical workers

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
May 24, 2020
COVID-19 Brief Nov. 9

Student Health Services now offering coronavirus testing

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
April 30, 2020
Hullabaloo Hall

Which dorm is best for me?

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
April 20, 2020
Texas A&M's Music Activity Center opened on Aug. 30, 2019.

Aggie Band moves audition processes online

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
March 31, 2020
Fish Camp

Fish Camp staff training adapts to social distancing protocols

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
March 25, 2020
church steeple

Religious groups respond to COVID-19 with online services

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
March 24, 2020
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical was originally set to perform on March 17 & 18 in Rudder Auditorium. 

OPAS cancels four shows, ‘Rent’ taken off schedule

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
March 17, 2020
Provided

‘A Cappella Live’ combines genres in a diverse vocal performance

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
February 11, 2020
The Division of Multicultural Services hosted CommUnity Conversations Jan. 28 featuring speaker Mark Dawson. Dawson, a doctoral candidate and diversity education specialist addressed support for multicultural students.

CommUnity Conversations delves into multiracial identities

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
January 29, 2020
President of the International Society of Automation Eric Crosman gives the keynote address on the first day of the 75th Annual Instrumentation and Automation Symposium.

Industrial professionals gather for Instrumentation and Automation Symposium

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
January 21, 2020
Engineering freshman Lillian Mozisek is a Houstonian that now resides in College Station for school.

The past, present and future: A look back on the changes of the decade and forward to the future.

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
January 16, 2020
Boston Brass

A very jazzy Christmas: brass ensembles present an energetic twist on holiday classics

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
December 6, 2019
Wassail

Sip-and-shop event promotes Christmas spirit in Downtown Bryan businesses

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 25, 2019
The Club Golf Team won 8th place at the NCCGA National Championship on Nov. 15-17 in Oklahoma.

A&M Club Golf Team places eighth in National Championship

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 24, 2019
Dance Arts Society

Dance Arts Society’s fall show brings passion for dance to the stage

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 17, 2019
Fusion Fiesta

Fusion Fiesta celebrates diverse cultures and heritage at A&M

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 15, 2019
Cirque Mechanics

Mechanical circus comes to Aggieland

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 11, 2019
What were you wearing

Reynolds Gallery presents stories from sexual assault survivors

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 7, 2019
Volunteers can help create five clinics up until Nov. 22. BUILD hosts student volunteers every weekday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

BUILD converts shipping containers into medical clinics through student-unifying work project

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
November 5, 2019
The Tony-winning Broadway musical "Bandstand" is kicking off its national tour with two performances in Rudder Auditorium Oct. 29 & 30 at 7:30 p.m.

“Bandstand” performance opens at Rudder Auditorium

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 29, 2019
Jennifer Elizabeth Smith of Bandstand will be on the Rudder Auditorium stage Oct. 29 & 30.

Broadway musical “Bandstand” premieres first national tour at A&M

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 28, 2019
For a two-week long story, a family and their pets were illustrated by artist Gozie Okoro as a James Bond style team, showcasing their love of feathers and rescuing bunnies and cats in a colorful six-card series.

Card company puts a new spin on personalized mail

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 24, 2019
Students and faculty mingled over an all vegan meal before the awards ceremony.

Students recognized for their sustainability efforts

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 23, 2019
The Four Italian Tenors will perform in Rudder Auditorium Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Sounds of Italy brought to America in OPAS show

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 15, 2019
The Forsyth Galleries is hosting a free Silent Disco Friday at 7 p.m.

Forsyth Galleries to host first silent disco among the artwork

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 14, 2019
The Queen Theater will host a showing of “Shazam!” on Friday at 8 p.m. with $5 tickets.

Queen Theatre to screen ‘5B’ documentary as part of LGBT History Month

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 6, 2019
Currently, e-cigarettes and other vaping products are included in Texas A&M’s smoking and tobacco policies, and they can be used in some designated areas around campus.

Ban sparks renewed discussion about the rise of e-cigarettes

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
October 2, 2019
Two students look on to some recent paintings acquired by the Stark Galleries before the Texas in Abstract lecture.

MSC art gallery talk explores history and style of “Texas in the Abstract” exhibit

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
September 26, 2019
Author Rebecca Roanhorse signs book for fans after giving a talk on speculative short fiction.

Award-winning author gives talk on diversity in speculative fiction

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
September 19, 2019
UPD Self Defense

University police teach free women’s self-defense courses on campus

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
September 12, 2019
The Harvest Maroon Fest will feature country artists such as the Randy Rodgers Band, who just released a new album called "Hellbent."

Harvest Maroon festival returns Friday

By Rebecca Morris @RebeccaSheWrote
September 4, 2019
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