Cadet Profiles

Nidhi Nagireddy ’23

October 19, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Chantilly, Virginia

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Company E-2

Nidhi Nagireddy ’23 currently serves as the Executive Officer for Company E-2. Nidhi also currently serves as NROTC’s November Department Executive Officer, and is a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society.

Off the Quad, Nidhi is involved in the Student Government Association and Class Councils.

“The Corps of Cadets is an organization like no other – I’ve had so many unique and invaluable experiences to help better myself and my peers. The leadership experiences provided here have made me into the best version of myself, and I can’t wait to use what I’ve learned in my career and beyond,” Nidhi said of her time in the Corps.

After graduation, Nidhi plans to commission into the United States Navy, where she will serve as a Surface Warfare Officer.

Jack Detten ’23

October 4, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Hereford, Texas

Major: Animal Science with a minor in Genetics

Outfit: Company A-1

The current Commanding Officer for Company A-1, Jack Detten ’23 serves the Quad as the Pistol Training Officer for Parsons Mounted Cavalry and as a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society.

Off the Quad, Jack is active in the American Society of Animal Science’s Academic Quadrathlon Team (2021-2022 Reserve National Champions), is an Ambassador for the Animal Science Department, and is a member of Texas A&M’s Saddle and Sirloin Club. In the 2019-2020 academic year, Jack was a member of Texas A&M’s National Champion Wool Judging Team.

“The Corps of Cadets has allowed for the simultaneous development of character, leadership, and interpersonal competencies alongside my education in a way that would not be possible anywhere else. It gave me a family and home away from home. If I could, I would go back and do it all over again,” Jack said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Jack plans to attend veterinary school and serve in the U.S. Army as a Veterinary Corps Officer. After his time in the Army, Jack would like to open up a mixed animal practice in West Texas or the Panhandle.

Leslie Contreras-Ruiz ’23

September 21, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Houston, Texas

Major: Business Marketing

Outfit: Squadron 16

Originally a member of Squadron 16, Leslie Contreras-Ruiz currently serves on Corps Staff.

Off the Quad, Leslie is involved in the Texas A&M Collegiate Sales Team, where she has competed at the national level. Leslie is an active member of the Sales Club, and serves as a campus brand ambassador for Samsung and Celsius.

“I can certainly say that these past three years have not been easy, but they have been worth it. I have made long life friends and have seen myself and others grow along the way. I found myself getting out of my comfort zone and always eager to achieve more, whether it was through leadership opportunities or a chance to make an impact on someone. What comes easy won’t last, what does last won’t come easy,” Leslie said of her time in the Corps.

After graduating from Texas A&M in December, Leslie plans to work full-time in the oil & gas industry as a sales representative.

Luke Jenkins ’23

September 7, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Dripping Springs, Texas

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Company D-1

The current Commanding Officer for Parsons Mounted Cavalry, Luke Jenkins '23 is also a member of Company D-1. Outside of his involvement on the Quad, Luke is active in the MSC's Student Conference On National Affairs (SCONA).

“The Corps experience has opened up pathways to develop myself as a leader and role model. I want to be able to leave behind a legacy and a model that underclassmen can follow to improve themselves and the Corps as a whole,” Luke said.

After graduation, Luke plans to commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps.

Grayson Winchester ’23

August 24, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas

Major: Business Honors

Outfit: Company K-2

Grayson Winchester ‘23 currently serves as the 2022-2023 Corps Commander for the Corps of Cadets.

Originally from Company K-2, Grayson is involved on and off the Quad. Within the Corps, Grayson is a member of the Recon Company. Off the Quad, Grayson is also involved with Maroon Coats, the Abbott Family Leadership Conference and the Student Government Association.

After graduation, Grayson plans to work in management consulting, with hopes of one day leading his own non-profit organization.

“The Corps has given me the opportunity to practice the art of leadership of peers, teams and organizations. It has taught me the importance of leading with vision and making relationships the center of my role. I look forward to seeing every cadet serve this community and give honor to this uniform that so many have worn in the past 145+ years,” Grayson said of his time in the Corps.