Cadet Leadership

Erin Keohane ‘22

October 20, 2021 by amy.thompson

Hometown: Hurst, Texas

Major: Industrial Distribution

Outfit: Company S-2

Erin Keohane ‘22 currently serves as the Recruiting Officer for Company S-2. Erin has held a variety of positions within the outfit, including Guidon Bearer and Platoon Sergeant. Outside of her outfit, Erin serves as the Public Affairs Officer for the Texas A&M NROTC Battalion and is a Platoon Leader within Parsons Mounted Cavalry. Erin was also previously involved with the Corps Women’s Soccer Team for two seasons.

“My experiences in the Corps and in Parsons Mounted Cavalry have taught me to consistently push myself outside of my comfort zone and that true leadership comes from a place of humility,” Erin said of her time in the Corps.

Off the Quad, Erin is involved in a number of activities. She has spent much of her time volunteering as a group leader with the John 15 group at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, where she serves as a mentor to freshman students. Erin is also a member of the Professional Association for Industrial Distribution (PAID).

After graduating from Texas A&M in December of 2022, Erin will commission into the United States Navy as an Ensign, where she hopes to serve as a Naval Aviator.

Brendan Ertle ‘22

October 13, 2021 by amy.thompson

Hometown: Manasquan, New Jersey

Major: International Politics & Diplomacy with minors in Russian & Military Studies

Outfit: Company D-2

Originally from Company D-2, Brendan Ertle ‘22 currently serves as the Second Brigade Major Unit Commander. Brendan is a member of the Ross Volunteer Company.

On the Quad, Brendan has been involved in a variety of activities. As a junior, Brendan served as the Sergeant Major for Second Brigade. During his sophomore year, Brendan earned the coveted Rudders Rangers pin. In his free time, Brendan enjoys hiking, lifting, and reading up on military history.

Upon graduating, Brendan will commission into the United States Army and plans to branch Armor. He also plans to one day serve as a special forces officer with the Army.

Anderson Tittle ’22

October 6, 2021 by amy.thompson

Hometown: Houston, Texas

Major: Psychology

Outfit: Company A-2

Originally a member of Company A-2, Anderson Tittle ‘22 currently serves as the First Brigade Major Unit Commander. As a junior, Anderson served as the First Sergeant for Company A-1. Anderson belongs to several cadet organizations including the O.R. Simpson Honor Society, a member of the Cultural Awareness and Diversity Expansion Team (C.A.D.E.T.), and serves as a School of Military Science Peer Mentor.

Off the Quad, Anderson is a member of the University Disciplinary Appeals Committee as well as a member of Progressively Reaching Excellence in Professionalism (PREP), a freshman leadership organization. Anderson also previously served as an officer in an on campus health organization. In her free time, Anderson enjoys writing, listening to music, reading, cooking, and taking long walks.

Upon graduating from Texas A&M, Anderson plans to pursue a dual-degree program that will allow her to earn both her Master of Business Administration and Juris Doctor degrees at the end of four years.

Campbell Hartigan ‘22

September 28, 2021 by amy.thompson

Hometown: Richardson, Texas

Major: Aerospace Engineering

Outfit: C-Company

Campbell Hartigan ‘22 currently serves as the Infantry Band Commander, and on the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band’s Bugle Rank. As a freshman, Campbell was a member of the Fish Drill Team, and served as an advisor his sophomore year. Campbell is currently pursuing a Marine option contract and completed Officer Candidate School with the United States Marine Corps last summer.

Off the Quad, Campbell enjoys working with the Vehicle Systems and Controls Lab where he is involved with hardware integration, flight test operations, and the online near real-time system identification project. He also participates in the Air-Ground Coordinated Teaming project, sponsored by Army Futures Command. Campbell is also an active member of the A&M United Methodist Church.

Upon his graduation from Texas A&M in December of 2022, Campbell plans to commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps and attend The Basic School in Quantico, Virginia. While he hasn’t identified a specific career path, his interest include artillery, unmanned aircraft systems, and intelligence in the Marine Corps.

Megan Ging ’22

September 22, 2021 by amy.thompson

Hometown: Bay City, Texas

Major: Master's of Human Resource Management

Outfit: Company G-1

Megan Ging ’22 currently serves as a Platoon Leader in Company G-1, and is also a member of the Ross Volunteer Company and the O.R. Simpson Honor Society. In May of 2021, Megan graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing.

Megan is a fifth-generation Aggie, following in the footsteps of her great-great-grandfather Nelson Bass, Class of 1923, and several other Aggies in her family tree.

Off the Quad, Megan is involved in Traditions Council and Aggie Network Student Ambassadors. She also works as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Department of Management at Mays Business School.

Following the completion of her Master’s degree in December of 2022, Megan plans to begin her career as a Human Resources generalist before moving into a role with a focus on Training & Organizational Development.

“Being a member of the Corps of Cadets has given me the opportunity to become fully immersed in the traditions of Texas A&M and develop as a leader while challenging myself to grow in ways I never imagined,” she said of her time in the Corps.