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Air Force

Mark Snyder ’25

March 25, 2025 by rnelson

Cadet Mark Snyder smiles in front of the Quad arches.

Hometown: Warrington, Pennsylvania 

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Squadron 16

Mark Snyder ’25 currently serves as Squadron 16’s Public Relations Officer. Prior to this year, Mark served as the unit’s Chaplain. 

Off the Quad, Mark serves as the President of the Texas A&M Singing Cadets, and is notably the first cadet to serve in the position in 30 years. In his free time, Mark enjoys flying. 

“The challenges that I faced in the past four years have made me a better person and a more capable leader. It has been hard, but I have gained experiences that have helped me lead in Squadron 16 and the Singing Cadets, and will also be a valuable resource to lean on as a commissioned officer one day. Whether it’s planning a BBQ or conducting my choir, I’ve consistently had the opportunity to develop my leadership skills. Without the foundations that the Corps built up in me, I wouldn’t be the man I am today,” Mark said of his time in the Corps. 

After graduation, Mark plans to commission into the United States Air Force, where he hopes to serve as a Pilot or a Combat Systems Officer. 

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Filed Under: 2025, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Air Force, Air Force ROTC, Falcon 16, Off The Quad Involvement, Out Of State Cadets, Squadron 16

Genevieve Pace ’24

October 16, 2023 by rnelson

Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO

Major: Aerospace Engineering

Outfit: Squadron 21

Originally from Squadron 21, Genevieve Pace ’24 serves as the 2023-2024 Second Group Commander. 

On the Quad, Genevieve is a member of Parsons Mounted Cavalry. During her freshman year, Genevieve was a member of the National Champion Fish Drill Team. 

Off the Quad, Genevieve is a member of the Texas A&M Women’s Rugby Team, and actively volunteers at the Aggieland Humane Society. 

“The Corps has taught me how to be comfortable in the uncomfortable. Fish year it started with meeting my buddies and upperclassmen in my outfit who came from all walks of life- me as well being a first generation Aggie. As my Corps career continued, I was able to meet and develop myself through the people on the Fish Drill Team and Parsons Mounted Cavalry- cadets who come from their own backgrounds and own outfits. Currently in my senior year, I have the amazing opportunity to lead and command with cadets who are going into different walks of life once they graduate- future Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and private/civilian contractors. One of my favorite poems that highlights the Corps experience is Invictus. In the face of challenge, “my head is bloody, but unbowed.” Through the Corps experience and the challenges brought with it, I have found how unconquerable my soul really is. So once I leave this place, I have full confidence in my preparation to be a leader in this world,” Genevieve said of her time in the Corps. 

After graduation, Genevieve plans to commission into the United States Air Force, where she will serve as an Aircraft Maintenance Officer. 

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Filed Under: 2024, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Air Force, Air Force ROTC, Cadet Leadership, FDT, Fish Drill Team, Off The Quad Involvement, Out Of State Cadets, Parsons Mounted Cavalry, pmc, Squadron 21, Squadron 21 Hellcats

Joey Andruss ’23

April 20, 2023 by rnelson

Cadet Joey Andruss '23 smiles in front of a blue studio background.

Hometown: Victoria, Texas

Major: Civil Engineering

Outfit: Squadron 21/2nd Wing Staff

Joey Andruss ’23 currently serves the Corps of Cadets as the 2nd Wing Major Unit Commander. Within the Corps, Joey is also a Ross Volunteer and member of the Catholics on the Quad organization. 

Off the Quad, Joey is an active in the American Society of Civil Engineers, as well as the American Society of Military Engineers. 

“The Corps has done more for me than I could ever explain, but there are three major things that I’ll take away from my time in the Corps. First, the Corps taught me how to manage people and how to effectively lead a large organization to be successful and accomplish goals. Second, it taught me the importance of building relationships and being able to cultivate lasting friendships from those relationships. Lastly, the Corps provided me the opportunity to have a unique and developmental Aggie experience that most students never will experience, and I’m truly grateful for that,” Joey said of his time in the Corps of Cadets. 

After graduating from Texas A&M, Joey plans to commission into the United States Air Force, where he hopes to serve as a Civil Engineer. After his time in the Air Force, Joey plans to obtain his Professional Engineering License and open his own engineering firm.

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Filed Under: 2023, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Air Force, Air Force ROTC, Cadet Leadership, Corps of Cadets, Leadership, Off The Quad Involvement, Ross Volunteer Company, Squadron 21, Squadron 21 Hellcats, Texas A&M, Texas A&M Corps of, Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

Emily Shireman ’23

November 28, 2022 by rnelson

Cadet Emily Shireman poses in front of Squadron 12 sign

Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Major: Aerospace Engineering

Outfit: Squadron 12

Emily Shireman ‘23 currently serves as the Corps Scholastics Officer on Corps Staff. 

On the Quad, Emily is a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society, where she serves as a tutor and mentor resource to her fellow cadets. As a freshman, Emily was a member of the Class of 2023’s National Champion Fish Drill Team.

Off the Quad, Emily is an active member of Texas A&M’s Women in Aviation chapter and Aggie Valor, a Christian organization on campus. 

“Being in the Corps has given me so many opportunities I would never have expected. From competing on Fish Drill Team, to going out to the airport to see flyover planes, to getting to mentor younger cadets; the connections I’ve built and experiences I’ve had have been incredible,” Emily said of her time in the Corps. 

Upon graduating from Texas A&M, Emily plans to commission into the United States Air Force, where she hopes to become a pilot. 

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Filed Under: 2023, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Air Force, Air Force ROTC, Cadet Leadership, Corps of Cadets, Corps Staff, Fish Drill Team, O.R. Simpson Honor Society, Out Of State Cadets, Squadron 12, Talon 12

Air Force Birthday

June 22, 2022 by amy.thompson

Tagged With: Air Force, Air Force ROTC, Cadet Leadership, Texas A&M, Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

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