Leadership

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.

Ross Brusenhan ’22

April 20, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Tomball, Texas

Major: M.S. in Biomedical Sciences

Outfit: C-Battery

The current Finance and Logistics Officer for C-Battery, Ross made the decision to join the Corps of Cadets during his Junior year of his undergraduate studies at Texas A&M. He is currently a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society.

“The Corps has allowed me to achieve a more enriched experience at Texas A&M as compared to just being a regular student. Because I joined as an undergraduate junior, it was cool to be so accepted into my buddy class and outfit as a ‘fish’. My Master’s program allowed me to continue on with the Corps for 4 years and complete my white belt years as a graduate student,” Ross said of his time in the Corps.

Outside of his involvement with the Corps of Cadets, Ross works as a Student Researcher with the Texas A&M Vet School and is a member of the Biomedical Sciences Association.

Upon graduating from Texas A&M, Ross will attend the Royal Veterinary College in London, England. Ross hopes to one day return to Texas and open his own veterinary practice or find a career in the veterinary research field.

View the video below to learn more about Ross and his journey with the Corps of Cadets.

Kathryne Speen ’22

April 5, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: San Antonio, Texas

Major: Business Management (Pre-Law track)

Outfit: Squadron 21

A member of Squadron 21, Kathryne currently serves as the Finance Officer within the outfit, where she also previously served as a Platoon Sergeant. Off the Quad, Kathryne works as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Mary’s Catholic Center, and was a member of the Texas Aggies Fighting Alzheimer’s organization.

Kathryne was granted acceptance into the Air Force’s Judge Advocate General-Educational Delay program. This program is designed to produce Active Duty Judge Advocates from current ROTC cadets, and allows senior year cadets to apply for a commissioning delay in order to attend law school. Of hundreds of applicants nationwide, Kathryne was one of only three AFROTC cadets to be admitted into the program.

Upon graduating from Texas A&M, Kathryne plans to attend law school at the University of Mississippi, where she would like to study International or Space law.

View the video below to learn more about Kathryne’s journey with the Corps of Cadets.

Courtney Eeds ’22

March 15, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Whitehouse, Texas

Major: Elementary Education

Outfit: C-Company

Courtney Eeds ‘22 is a current member of C-Company in the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band, Courtney serves as the outfit’s Second Platoon Leader and Public Relations Officer. In addition to her leadership roles within C-Company, Courtney is also the Executive Officer for the O.R. Simpson Honor Society.

Off the Quad, Courtney is a member of the Traditions Council where she serves as the Internal Vice Chair. In this role, Courtney works alongside the Chair and External Vice Chair, and oversees the Bonfire Remembrance, Membership Development and Ring Scholarship Committee Chairs. Courntey is also a student worker for the University Center and Special Events Office, where she assists various departments and student organizations in booking meetings at the MSC and in Rudder Tower.

“The Corps has given me countless experiences that I would not be able to receive in any other organization at any other university. I have strengthened my leadership abilities, learned time management, built relationships across the Quad and have networked with countless former Aggies. I am grateful for my time spent in the Corps and my former upperclassmen who poured into me, so that I could pour into those within my outfit and across the band,” Courtney said of her time in the Corps.

After graduating from Texas A&M this fall, Courtney plans to stay in College Station and work as an elementary school teacher.

William Walford ’22

March 9, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Berlin, Germany

Major: Forensic & Investigative Sciences

Outfit: Squadron 20

William Walford ’22 currently serves as the Executive Officer for Squadron 20 and is a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society.

Off the Quad, William is the President of the Aggie Forensic and Investigative Sciences Organization, and is a member of the Texas A&M Pre-Law Society.

“The Corps of Cadets has been one of the greatest challenges of my life. Whether it was pushing my physical limits, contemplating the philosophy of truly ethical leadership, or understanding that sleep is sometimes optional when there is a job to do, the Corps of Cadets cultivated a keen sense of purpose within me and helped me establish a values-oriented lifestyle. Beyond personal development, I gained an extension of my family through my squadron, but I was also able to connect with my own family on a deeper level. As the 31st Aggie in my family, and one in a long line of members of the Corps of Cadets, being a part of this organization brought me great honor in carrying on a long-standing family tradition,” William said of his time in the Corps.

William will graduate this spring and plans to attend the University of Texas School of Law, where he will pursue a Juris Doctor degree with an emphasis on Criminal Law. William hopes to one day work as a prosecutor in Texas.