Animal A-1

Kyle Nelson ’24

October 4, 2023 by rnelson

Hometown: Harlingen, Texas

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Company A-1

Originally from Company A-1, Kyle Nelson ’24 currently serves as the Executive Officer for Third Battalion.

On the Quad, Kyle is a member of Parsons Mounted Cavalry, where he serves as the special unit’s Public Relations Officer. Last year, Kyle served as the Corps’ Recruiting Sergeant.

Off the Quad, Kyle attends Saint Mary’s Church and is a member of the Young Americans for Freedom organization.

“The Corps of Cadets has taught me how to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. I have learned how to consult those around me and be confident in my decisions as a leader,” Kyle said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Kyle plans to commission into the United States Army as a Second Lieutenant, where he hopes to serve as an Air Defense Artillery Officer.

Alexa Reichert ’24

August 23, 2023 by rnelson

Hometown: Dallas, Texas

Major: Sociology with a minor in Russian

Outfit: Company A-1

Originally from Company A-1, Alexa Reichert ’24 presently serves as the Third Battalion Commander for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Off the Quad, Alexa leads a women’s bible study group for St. Mary’s church and is a member of the MSC Student Conference on National Affairs (SCONA). In addition to these activities, Alexa is also closely involved with the A&M club gymnastics team, as well as the club swimming team.

After graduation, Alexa plans to attend medical school, where she hopes to study to one day become an OBGYN.

“The Corps has prepared me as a leader by giving me opportunities to challenge myself and my mental, spiritual and physical abilities. Each lesson that I’ve learned in the Corps, even the hard ones, have been worth it in terms of how much I have grown,” Alexa said of her time in the Corps.

Katie Humphreys ’23

March 1, 2023 by rnelson

Hometown: Houston, Texas

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Company A-1

Currently a member of Company A-1, Katie Humphreys ‘23 serves as the outfit’s Executive Officer.

On the Quad, Katie is involved in Rudder’s Rangers, where she has been a member since her freshman year. As a sophomore, Katie competed with the Army ROTC’s Ranger Challenge team. Katie is also a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society, where she serves as an academic mentor and resource to her peers.

In 2021, Katie attended and graduated from Air Assault school at Fort Campbell, KY. In 2022, she attended and graduated as a Distinguished Military Graduate from Cadet Summer Training, and was ranked within the top 10% in the nation. In addition to her success at Cadet Summer Training, Katie also earned the Magellan Federal Award for scoring the highest in her regiment in the female division of the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT).

After graduation, Katie plans to commission into the United States Army as a Second Lieutenant, where she will serve as a Military Intelligence 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.

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.