Cadet Profiles

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.

Madison Beall ’22

May 11, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Katy, Texas

Major: Biomedical Sciences

Outfit: Company E-2

The 2021-2022 Second Regiment Major Unit Commander, Madison Beall ’22 is originally from Company E-2.

In addition to her role as a Major Unit Commander, Madison also served as a Ross Volunteer, and was a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society. Previously, Madison served as E-2’s 1st Sergeant and as the Second Handler to Miss Reveille IX as a sophomore.

“The Corps has provided an opportunity for personal growth and development through leadership opportunities. Through the respectful environment, self-discipline and integrity were instilled, enabling success in the future,” Madison said of her time in the Corps.

After graduation, Madison will attend Texas A&M’s College of Medicine and has been admitted into the U.S. Army’s Health Professions Scholarship Program. After graduating from the College of Medicine, Madison plans to commision into the U.S. Army and serve in the Army’s Medical Corps.

Michael Rodriguez-Garza ’22

May 4, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Harlingen, Texas

Major: Mechanical Engineering

Outfit: Company A-1

The 2021-2022 Commanding Officer of Company A-1, Michael Rodriguez-Garza also serves as a Ross Volunteer.

Previously, Michael served as a Weapons Squad Leader for Rudder’s Rangers.

“I joined the Corps of Cadets to define who I was. To me, the Corps is a place to practice discipline and show erudition. Over my four years here, I have been able to hone my skills and become the leader I was meant to be. I have endured many challenges throughout my Corps experience, and I am able to look back on them and be proud of what I have accomplished,” Michael said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Michael will commission into the United States Army as a Second Lieutenant. Michael would like to serve as an Engineering Officer.

Ivan Carrasco ’22

April 27, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Spring, Texas

Major: Computer Science

Outfit: Squadron 21

The current Commanding Officer of Squadron 21, Ivan Carrasco ’22 also previously served as the outfit’s First Sergeant. In addition to his leadership within the outfit, Ivan is a member of the Ross Volunteer Company.

Off the Quad, Ivan is a member of the Canterbury Episcopal Student Center and Texas A&M’s Defense Cyber Leadership Development Program.

“The Corps of Cadets has provided me with challenges that helped develop me into the man that I am today and has given me lifelong friends,” Ivan said of his experience with the Corps.

After graduating from Texas A&M, Ivan plans to commission into the United States Air Force as a Second Lieutenant, where he hopes to work as a Cyber Warfare Officer.