Company E-2

Lucas Scroggins ’24

March 13, 2024 by rnelson

Hometown: Little Elm, Texas

Major: Sociology

Outfit: Company E-2

Lucas Scroggins ‘24 is a sociology major from Little Elm, Texas.

A member of Company E-2, Lucas presently serves as a Platoon Leader and as the outfit’s Public Relations and Discipline Officer. During his sophomore year, Lucas served as the first handler to Miss Reveille X, accompanying her to all events and serving as her primary caretaker for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Off the Quad, Lucas is an active member of the Aggie Mental Health Ambassadors, an organization that is focused on empowering students to change the culture surrounding mental health challenges.

“I joined the Corps with little understanding other than that it would be difficult. I could not have anticipated the value of the experiences I wound up having. The Corps has given me tremendous connections and an invaluable understanding of leadership and followership. I couldn’t be prouder to be a cadet and an E-2 Rebel,” Lucas said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Lucas plans to move back to the Dallas/Fort Worth area and work in human resource management.

Charles Wright ’24

January 30, 2024 by rnelson

Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas

Major: Agricultural Communications & Journalism

Outfit: Company E-2

Charles Wright ’25 currently serves as the Executive Officer of Company E-2.

On the Quad, Charles is the Co-Captain of the Corps Men’s Soccer team. During his freshman year, Charles was a member of the Fish Drill Team, where he also served as a sophomore advisor the following year. Charles also works for the Corps Media & Marketing Office, where he is tasked with special research projects.

In his free time, Charles enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time outdoors.

“The Corps has given me lots of unique opportunities to develop myself as a leader. Through my four years, I have had the honors of serving as the Fish Drill Team Exhibition Guidon, Sophomore Advisor for the Drill Team, 1st sergeant of my Outfit, Company E-2, and now the XO of E-2. Through all of those experiences, I have learned many different methods of good leadership. I have also learned how hard it can sometimes be to lead others. I feel that my time in the Corps has prepared me to face those difficult leadership challenges, and I am excited to put them into practice as I graduate and join the real world,” Charles said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Charles plans to commission into the U.S. Navy Reserves, where he hopes to serve as a Public Affairs Officer.

Dawson Richburg ’23

December 15, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Katy, Texas

Major: Poultry Science

Outfit: Company E-2

Currently a member of Company E-2, Dawson Richburg ’23 also works as a Research Assistant with Texas A&M’s Poultry Research Facility.

“Being a part of the Corps of Cadets has given me insight into what makes a true leader. I have come to understand that failure is a part of life, and the only thing that matters is how you choose to respond to it. As a cadet, I’ve been able to live the true Aggie tradition and become a part of the Texas A&M spirit,” Dawson said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Dawson plans to obtain his Ph.D. in Poultry Breeding and Genetics and one day work in the field of poultry research.

Caroline Sauter ’23

November 16, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana

Major: Civil Engineering

Outfit: Company E-2

The current Public Relations, Recruiting and Finance Officer for Second Regiment, Caroline Sauter ’23 is originally from Company E-2. During her sophomore year in E-2, Caroline served as the second handler to Miss Reveille.

In addition to her work with Second Regiment, Caroline is a member of Parsons Mounted Cavalry, where she serves as the Sophomore Training Officer. In this role, Caroline works to prepare the Class of 2025 to be confident in their skills and become a part of something greater than themselves.

“The Corps has given me many opportunities to develop my leadership throughout each class year and at the outfit, major unit, and special unit levels. I can see the lessons that I have learned directly relate to what I will be experiencing in the workforce, and I am confident that I will be able to overcome and learn from any situation thrown my way. I am proud to be a member of the Corps of Cadets because of all that it has done to help me set, maintain and achieve my goals,” Caroline said of her time in the Corps.

After graduation, Caroline plans to work for a Civil Engineering firm and obtain her Practice of Engineering Certificate.

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.