Cadet Profiles

Daniel Garza ’24

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Hometown: Corpus Christi, Texas

Major: Business Management

Outfit: Squadron 6

Daniel Garza ’24 currently serves as the Commanding Officer of Squadron 6.

Off the Quad, Daniel serves as a Bible study leader and an ambassador for St. Mary’s Catholic Church. In his free time, Daniel enjoys hunting, fishing and golfing.

“The Corps has taught me the importance of servant leadership and overcoming mental barriers. If you work hard, stay focused and have a great community to support you, anything is possible,” Daniel said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Daniel plans to attend law school with hopes of one day serving his community as an attorney.

 

Matthew Marquez ’24

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Cadet Matthew Marquez '24 poses in uniform in front of the U.S. flag and a blue, studio backdrop

Hometown: Detroit, Texas

Major: Geology

Outfit: B-Company

A member of B-Company in the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band, Matthew presently serves the unit as the Career Readiness Officer and as a Squad Leader. Matthew is also a member of the Ross Volunteer Company, and previously served as the 2022-2023 Infantry Band Bass Drummer. “The Corps has taught me much in the way of resiliency and staying true to oneself. Most importantly, it has taught me that to light another’s torch is to brighten the path forward for all. We must never allow anything or anyone to extinguish our light,” Matthew said of his time in the Corps. After graduation, Matthew plans to work as a geoscientist at NASA, with hopes of one day returning to school to continue his education at the graduate level. 

Josh Palinkas ’24

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Josh Palinkas '24 smiles in his Cav uniform while riding a horse

Hometown: Fulshear, Texas

Major: Chemistry

Outfit: Company P-2

Josh Palinkas ’24 is currently a Platoon Leader and the Operations Officer for Company P-2. 

On the Quad, Josh is an active member of Parsons Mounted Cavalry and the Corps Marathon team.

Off the Quad, Josh serves as the External Relations Co-Chair for AggieTEACH, a program that provides teacher certification for those interested in becoming middle or high school educators. 

“The Corps has challenged me almost every day, but it’s also completely transformed me from the person that showed up for day one of FOW,” Josh said of his time in the Corps. 

After graduation, Josh plans to commission into the United States Navy, where he hopes to serve as a Submarine Warfare Officer. After his time in the military, Josh hopes to work as a high school physics or chemistry educator.

Landon Perdue ’24

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Landon Perdue '24 smiles in front of a blue studio backdrop.

Hometown: Montgomery, Texas

Major: Public Health

Outfit: B-Company

Originally from B-Company, Landon Perdue ’24 presently serves as the Commanding Officer of the Infantry Band. 

On the Quad, Landon is a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society, the General T.G. Darling Recruiting Company and the Corps Men’s Soccer Team. 

Off the Quad, Landon is a member of the Texas A&M Pre-Dental Society. 

“The Corps of Cadets is the only organization I know of that allows its members to practice the art of leadership every single day. Through experiences with my buddies, other members of this Corps and the staff at the Hollingsworth Center for Ethical Leadership, I have developed a deeper understanding of human interaction and what it means to be a leader in our ever-changing world. As I prepare to move forward, beyond my undergraduate studies, I am confident that the skills and values I have gained over the last four years will serve to fuel my future and provide direction for my career,” Landon said of his time in the Corps. 

After graduation, Landon plans to continue his education in dental school. Upon completion of dental school, Landon hopes to serve as a dentist in one of the service branches.

Seth Wallick ’24

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Seth Wallick '24 poses in front of a blue, studio backdrop.

Hometown: Keller, Texas

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Squadron 5 

Originally from Squadron 5, Seth Wallick ’24 presently serves on Corps Staff as the 2023-2024 Corps Chaplain. 

In his free time, Seth helps lead Aggie Valor, a ministry for college ROTC cadets. Seth also enjoys spending time outdoors and watching the Dallas Cowboys. 

After graduation, Seth plans to commission into the US Army as a Armor Officer, and later hopes to serve as an Intelligence Officer. 

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