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Off The Quad Involvement

Caitlynn Walsh ’24

May 3, 2023 by rnelson

Caitlynn Walsh '24 poses in front of blue studio background

Hometown: Double Oak, Texas

Major: Political Science

Outfit: Corps Staff / Company D-1

Originally from Company D-1, Caitlynn Walsh ’24 now serves as the 2023-2024 Corps Commander. 

Prior to being selected to serve as the Corps Commander, Caitlynn served the Corps as the Corps Sergeant Major throughout the 2022-2023 school year. In addition to her service in these leadership positions, Caitlynn is also a Ross Volunteer.

Off the Quad, Caitlynn is a member of the Student Conference On National Affairs (SCONA). 

“The Corps of Cadets has prepared me for life after college by giving me the opportunity to build a strong foundation of leadership, character, and professional development. I wake up every morning and have the privilege of working with a team of my peers as we develop our leadership skills through every decision we make. This year, I hope to inspire others by setting an example and showing commitment to the values of Honor, Integrity, Courage, Discipline, Respect and Selfless Service through my actions,” Caitlynn says.

After graduating from Texas A&M, Caitlynn plans to commission as a Second Lieutenant into the United States Marine Corps. 

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Filed Under: 2024, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Cadet Leadership, Company D-1, D-1 Devils, Leadership, Marine Corps Platoon Leader Class, Off The Quad Involvement, Ross Volunteer Company, Transfer Cadet

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

Cadets Get Involved With Texas A&M Women in Aviation

March 23, 2023 by rnelson

With over 1,200 student organizations at Texas A&M, there are a wide variety of activities, hobbies and professional interests represented on campus. With a base of organizations that is ever-growing, students at Texas A&M are able to establish new clubs to meet unfulfilled needs.

Among these organizations is Texas A&M Women in Aviation, a club focused on connecting, engaging and inspiring women to be the best they can be, both in their personal lives and in their pursuit of aviation and/or STEM careers. Texas A&M Women in Aviation was founded in March of 2020, after cadet Maria Hall ‘23 and Emily Smith ‘21 met at the Women in Aviation International Conference in Florida.

“Emily and I met for the first time at the conference and formed an instant connection through our love for flying. We talked about how we wanted to create a community where other like minded individuals could meet and encourage each other, so we came back to Texas A&M, got some of our other pilot friends together and formed Texas A&M Women in Aviation that following fall.”

With their newly established organization up and running, Maria and Emily got to work on building the club’s membership numbers. Maria credits her love for flying as a driving factor in her desire to support others through Texas A&M Women in Aviation.

“When I was 11 years old, my dad took me flying as his first passenger in a 1946 light sport aircraft called an Ercoupe. As soon as we took off, I immediately knew that flying was what I was called to do. Six years later, I was fortunate to earn my Private Pilot's License and it was only natural that I took my dad flying as my first passenger. I have been extremely blessed with support in my own aviation journey, so creating and leading this organization has been a special way to give back and help others start flying.”

“The aviation community is amazing, but it can be daunting and expensive to get into if you’re brand new to it. My goal is to not only help with the financial aspect of flying through flight scholarships, but to send the message that aviation is for everyone and should not be intimidating,” Maria explained.

As the club has grown over the last few years, more cadets have gotten involved with Texas A&M Women in Aviation. Of these cadets is Alex Sellman ‘23, who currently serves as the organization’s Outreach Director.

“This organization provides a lasting support network of women who are all here to help each other succeed in a career field of their passion. We have had graduates go on to careers all over the industry and come back to talk to us about what they have learned. This organization has had a massive impact on my perception of the aviation industry and has helped me realize that there are so many opportunities within it,” Alex said.

With several significant opportunities like scholarships for organization members currently being awarded through Texas A&M Women in Aviation, Maria says that she hopes to see the organization’s reach continue to expand.

“My hope for this organization is that it continues to grow and that we will receive more donations to use as flight scholarships for our members to begin flying or continue their aviation training. From the generous donations we have already received, we have had the opportunity to provide full scholarships for two members to attend this year’s Women in Aviation International Conference in California. We have also awarded 15 free introductory flights at Brazos Valley Flight Services, and we just gave away our first $500 flight scholarship. These donations have had a tremendous impact on our members and have fueled their fire for flying.”

For the past three years, Texas A&M Women in Aviation has empowered students to pursue their passion for aviation, regardless of their initial level of experience in the field. Several cadets have benefited from the support provided by Texas A&M Women in Aviation.

The Corps of Cadets develops leaders, both on and off the Quad. Texas A&M Women in Aviation is just one of many ways for cadets to become involved on campus, and one of many ways for them to find the support they need to pursue their passions.

If you are interested in donating to Texas A&M Women in Aviation, visit here. Your support directly benefits and impacts every member of the organization, and enables those with a passion for aviation to pursue their dreams.

Story By: Robin Nelson '22

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Filed Under: News Tagged With: Cadet Leadership, Corps of Cadets, Off The Quad Involvement, Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

William Dean ’23

February 15, 2023 by rnelson

William Dean '23 gives a gig em on the Quad

Hometown: Marlboro, New Jersey

Major: Architectural Engineering

Outfit: Squadron 21

Currently a member of Squadron 21, William Dean ’23 also serves as the 2022-2023 Commander of the NROTC Midshipmen Battalion. 

On the Quad, Will serves as a Ross Volunteer and is a member of the Corps Marathon team. 

Off the Quad, Will is a member of the Texas A&M chapter of the Architectural Engineering Institute and the Society of American Military Engineers. 

“The Texas A&M Corps of Cadets has provided me countless opportunities that I would not have been able to experience without the program. From going to Boston to compete in the Boston Marathon, to having the privilege to lead over 300 prospective Naval and Marine Corps Officers, the Corps of Cadets has allowed me to heighten my skills and prepare myself for multiple careers in the future,” Will said of his time in the Corps. 

After graduating from Texas A&M, Will plans to commission into the United States Navy and either serve as a Naval Aviator or as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officer. After his time in the Navy, Will hopes to return to Aggieland to work for the Texas A&M Foundation. 

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Filed Under: 2023, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Cadet Leadership, Corps of Cadets, Navy/Marine ROTC, NROTC, Off The Quad Involvement, Out Of State Cadets, Ross Volunteer Company, Squadron 21, Squadron 21 Hellcats, Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

Liam Stevens ’23

January 18, 2023 by rnelson

Cadet Liam Stevens '23 marches through the arches of the Quad on gameday

Hometown: Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Major: Statistics with minors in Mathematics & Economics

Outfit: Company G-2

A member of Company G-2, Liam currently serves as the outfit’s Recruiting and Logistics Officer. 

As a freshman, Liam was a member of the Fish Drill Team, where he also served as an Advisor during his sophomore year. Liam remains involved with the Fish Drill Team through the Association of Former Fish Drill Team Members as the club’s Social Media Officer. 

Off the Quad, Liam is a second year member of the Singing Cadets, where he serves as the Traditions Chairman. Liam is also an active member of the Orthodox Christian Fellowship. 

“The Corps of Cadets has been one of the best, if not the best, thing that has happened to my personal growth and development,” Liam said of his time in the Corps.

After graduating from Texas A&M, Liam plans to obtain his masters in statistics or data science. Liam hopes to one day become a political data analyst.

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Filed Under: 2023, Cadet Profiles Tagged With: Cadet Leadership, Company G-2, Corps of Cadets, FDT, Fish Drill Team, G-2 Gladiators, Off The Quad Involvement, Out Of State Cadets, Singing Cadets, Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

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