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Voter’s Guide
Wednesday • April 1, 1998
Each of these areas will be stimulated in order to continue
attracting high quality faculty and students.
I believe that the true voice of Texas A&M can only come from
the students. It is my responsibility to communicate your ideas
and concerns to the administration to ensure progress. My vision
is to see enlightened leadership from the students and adminis
tration. It is to see these two entities working together and com
mitted to TexasA&M as a whole.
I’m Laurie Nickel and I want to serve you as yourStudent Body
President.
Craig
Rotter ^
Student Body President Candidate
Academics
Oppose any cap on hours allowed at in-state rates
Improve appeals process for prelims for dissertations
Place students on professor search committees
Increase scholarship funding as fees increase
Provide class notes and books on the web
Campus Relations
Expand communication between Grad/Undergrad student
groups
Publicize the status of University construction
Establish an effective method for opinion polling
Create a Student Government/University suggestion line
Campus Unitsi
Create a “Fish Camp” for entering Grad Students
Increase co-programming between campus organizations
Diversify recruitment in organizations and admissions
Utilize campus resources to increase unity
Student Services
Abolish Health Center Fee for those with University insurance
Reduce fees by consolidating redundant campus services
Establish a campus-wide recycling program
Parking
Assign more staff spaces for teaching Grad Students
Increase busing efficiency
Expand campus parking lots
Cover all bus stops
Develop a campus-wide tram system
At a time when Texas A&M University is showing interest in
being a top 10 university, what can you do as Student Body
President to further this goal?
Being considered one of the top 10 universities in the nation
is a goal that I feel Texas A&M is destined to fulfill. By targeting
the few areas where our University could be stronger, I believe
that we will reach this goal. First of all, I will ensure that the
administration considers the student body every step of way.
We can hardly consider ourselves among the best in the nation
if the university ignores those it is here to serve. Also, I plan to
make sure that new technologies are brought into the class
room, so that we can not only increase the quality of educa
tion, but better prepare our future workers for the challenges
they will face.
As Student Body President, what steps can you take to
improve diversity on campus?
We must start right now, with the current student body to
improve campus diversity. Co-programming is the best way to
increase interaction between different groups. We must work
toward a “diversity-friendly” atmosphere on campus, which
can be seen by potential students that might not otherwise
come to Texas A&M. This will do nothing but further increase
our diversity.
As Student Body President, how do you envision holding
on to A&M’s rich traditions while allowing the University to
make progress?
I firmly believe that you can’t tell where you are going unless
you know and remember where you’ve been. Progress comes
from embracing new ideas, but at Texas A&M we can not drop
the past in order to grasp the future. As we make new tech
nologies a part of our lives, we should constantiy look for ways
to implement them to improve our traditions, but if this
progress hurts things we hold dear, we must keep our tradi
tions alive.
Kara
Wilson
I Student Body President Candidate
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At a time when Texas A&M University is showing interest in
being a top 10 university, what can you do as Student Body
President to further this goal?
Critical to forging our future here at A&M is embracing it. The
A&M community needs to focus more on actively involving stu
dents, faculty, former students and administrators in more-pub
licized efforts aimed at deciding the course of our future.
As Student Body President, I will act as a catalyst to let the
vision and dreams of the students I represent become a reality.
I do have a few ideas to share. One is acknowledging the need
to continue to drive the great academic standards of A&M that
make this the world-class institution of higher learning.
Diversity, as well, is an important issue that must be tackled in
order for A&M to successfully embrace its future. Finally, the
cost of attending this great university must continue to be com
petitive in order to attract high caliber students.
As Student Body President, what steps can you take to
improve diversity on campus?
There are two main ideas I have for A&M to increase its com
mitment to diversity. The first one involves the nature of the
A&M community itself. A&M was designed as an academic
community where knowledge grows. Why do we not have fields
of study devoted to “diverse majors”? Were A&M to make a com
mitment to providing these fields of study, after attracting the
quality faculty, the students would follow. These new fields of
study will propagate knowledge, which will contribute greatly to
solving our diversity problems.
The second avenue involves the TAMU System. By better
linking together the System through joint-venture initiatives, we
can solve a number of the diversity issues that plague this cam
pus, but not the system as a whole. Exchange programs with
other universities in the system would really go a long way to eas
ing the diversity problems here at the main campus.
As Student Body President, how do you envision holding on
to A&M’s rich traditions while allowing the University to make
progress?
None of us can doubt that the face of Texas A&M is changing.
It is a fine line to walk between positive commitment to change
versus holding the honor of A&M’s proud legacy of excellence.
I believe in the caliber and quality of student that A&M
attracts. I am aware of, and embrace, the changing traditions ol
A&M for the “New Aggie.” Aggies will make the choice of those
traditions to take into the next millennium through creativity
like creating “Howdy Week” in response to a declined use of the
word on campus.
As Student Body President of A&M, I will encourage Aggies
who have pride in their traditions to continue to stand up foi
what they believe and to remind us of the pride they hold ir
being Aggies. I also want to ensure that our “New Aggies” have
the freedom to develop the new traditions that will take us intc
the next millennium.
Sam
Bluntzer
Senior Yell Leader Candidate
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Cadets, Company H-l, and a proud member of the Figh
Texas Aggie Class of 1999.
This past year, as one of your junior yell leaders, I
many opportunities to serve A&M. 1 had some great expe
riences leading the Twelfth Man at Aggie athletic events,
promoting Aggie spirit at Mothers’ clubs around the state
and welcoming new freshmen into our school and intro
ducing them to our traditions.
One particular experience stands out in my mind from
this past year. When 1 looked into the stands during the
OSU football game and saw Aggies from every organization
on campus coming together to yell for the Ags, it was a grat
ifying moment. It was this unification that helped the
Aggies win in overtime. It was a huge honor to stand in
front of you during this great display of Aggie spirit.
If you would like for me to represent you again next
year, please come out and vote April 1 and 2, and remem
ber Sam Bluntzer, re-election for senior yell leader.
Thanks and gig ‘em! ,
I am a junior marketing major from Montgomery,
Texas and I want to represent you as your next
Fightin’ Texas Aggie Senior Yell Leader. It seems like
yesterday that I was at Fish Camp as a freshmen and was
uncertain about my college choice. For me, Fish Camp
opened my eyes as an Aggie and introduced me to all the
traditions at A&M that make this school so unique. They
are a part of who I am and what I represent. I can think of
no better way to convey my love for Texas A&M than to
serve you as your yell leader.
Yell leader is a tradition full of honor where spirit comes
from the heart. It is about sharing your passions and beliefs
with others. It is not about everyone knowing who you are
or even the uniform you wear. It is about touching people’s
lives and making a difference. Ultimately, it is your deci
sion to open your heart and let me fill it with the Aggie spir
it!
I encourage all of you to do that on April 1 and 2.
Hump - It with Henke! Thanks and gig ‘em!
Benjamin
Morales
Senior Yell Leader Candidate
H OWDY AGS! My name is Benjamin Morales and I’m
running for senior yell leader. I’m an international
marketing major from Corpus Christi and a proud
member of the FIGHTIN’ TEXAS AGGIE CLASS OF 1999!
I came up with a poem about my first yell practice:
“As the 12th Man filled the stands
and the FIGHTIN’ TEXAS AGGIE BAND began to play
my heart swelled up with maroon blood
as we began to sway...
And I thought to myself what an honor it would be
to lead the 12th Man to another victory...”
People say I’m a dreamer, but who isn’t? But I’m working
hard to make my dream come true. My father always tells
me, “Con el corazon todo lo puedes hacer.” This translates
to: “You can do anything you put your heart into.” I’ve got
the heart, I’ve got the shoes, all I need is your vote.
Lastly, I’d like to thank all the people who have helped
with my campaign and to everyone I’ve met, it’s been my
pleasure. No matter what anyone says, I believe this cam
paign has already been a success—because we tried.
Remember to vote on April 1 & 2, because “it’s all about
the BENIAMINs!"
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Wednesday • April 1, 1998
Scott
Muse
Senior Yell Leader Candidate
H owdy! My name is Scott Muse and I am running
for Senior Yell. To me, being an Aggie is one of the
best things in my life. Attending activities that
define the spirit and tradition of Texas A&M such as mid
night yell or Silver Taps characterizes my love for A&M and
my 12th Man spirit. However, I cannot say that being an
Aggie is the most important thing in my life. How can I say
that? The Bible says in Philippians 3:8, “I consider every
thing a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of know
ing Christ Jesus my Lord.” What I am most proud of and
what I love first is Jesus Christ.
How does this affect you? Well, I believe that Texas A&M is
a world class university. Being a world class university, it is
imperative that we have world class leaders. I believe that a
world class leader must have the highest level of integrity.
Hopefully knowing that I am a Christian will help you to
understand the type of man that I am and the level of
integrity that I have. Thank you for your support and gig’em.
of Cadets, Company K-l; but more important a proud
member of the Class of 1999! I’m also asking for your vote
for senior yell leader.
It would be the honor and opportunity of a lifetime to
serve all of you as a yell leader. Through my involvement in
Fish Camp, Muster Committee and the Corps, I have
learned what it truly means to be an Aggie. These organi
zations have also given me an understanding of what is
necessary to represent all Aggies and Texas A&M.
As an Aggie and a yell leader, it is our responsiblity to
make sure that the Spirit of this great school is carried on
and passed down to future generations of Aggies. If elected,
I promise to live up to the high standards and level of char
acter expected of a yell leader.
To lead the 12th Man, in all aspects, would be a great and
humbling experience. When you go out to vote on
Wednesday and Thursday, remember Pat Pattillo for Senior
Yell. Thanks and gig’em!
Jon
Andes
fee
Junior Yell Leader Candidate
Brandon
Neff
Senior Yell Leader Candidate
H owdy! My name is Brandon Neff. I am a junior
political science major from New Braunfels, and a
proud member of the Fightin Texas Aggie Corps
of Cadets, Squadron 13.
This past year I was fortunate enough to have served as
one of the junior yell leaders, an opportunity that I consid
er to be both an honor and a privilege as well as one of the
best experiences that I will probably ever have. During this
time my understanding of what it meant to be a yell leader
grew tremendously. Travelling to mothers’ clubs, fish
camps and to all of the away games taught me that there are
two components that make a good yell leader: responsibil
ity and representation.
Responsibility in the sense of upholding pride and tradi
tion that goes along with Aggie Spirit>apd representation in
the sense that a yell leader must always strive to truly
embody what it means to be an Aggie no matter where you
are or what school you’re playing.
This next year we are all looking forward to a great sea
son in the Big 12 and I hope I have the opportunity to uti
lize the experience gained this past year to represent the
12th man down on Kyle Field again.
Remember to get out there and vote and re-elect
Brandon Neff for senior yell leader. Thanks and gig’em.
Kyle
Bethancourt
Junior Yell Leader Candidate
H owdy, my name is Kyle Bethancourt. I am a
sophomore finance major from Houston, TX and
a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class
of 2000. Let me tell you a little about myself. I am the 20th
Aggie in my family. I was born on Aggie Muster Day and for
that reason my parents named me Kyle after the football
field. I have always dreamed of helping the Aggies out in
some way, but if you have ever seen me you know that I am
not big enough, strong enough or fast enough to play for
Texas A&M. That only leaves me with one way to get on the
field and help the team, that is being a yell leader. If you
have ever met me you know that I have the Aggie spirit
burning deep down inside me and would do anything to
help out A&M. If elected I would be a great representative
for Texas A&M and would tell the best stories at Midnight
Yell that you have ever heard. Please do me a favor and help
my dream come true by electing me the next junior yell
leader.Remember put KYLE on the FIELD.
H owdy! My name is Jon Andes and I am a sopho
more outdoor education major from Round
Rock,Texas.
Being an Aggie is something that I hold very dear. My
Father and Uncle are both class of‘67. At final review in ‘68
They were honored to present to this school the pup that
would be known as Reveille III. It was a loved family pet
that became a loved mascot for A&M.
The first time I came to A&M was back in 1987.1 was ten
years old when my dad brought my family and me down to
watch the t.u. game. When I heard the head yell leader
recite “The Last Corps Trip” at Bonfire, I turned to my dad
and said that one day I wanted to be up there, I wanted to
recite that poem. Since that day I have grown as a person,
as an Aggie, through experiences we call Fish Camp,
Midnight Yell Practice, Bonfire, Silver Taps, and Muster.
I ask you to give me the chance to stand in front of you
and represent all members of the greatest university in the
world! My name is Jon Andes and I am running for junior
yell leader.
H owdy, My name is John Bloss. I’m a business
major from Lake Jackson, Texas and a proud
member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Corps of
Cadets, company A-2. More important, I’m a proud mem
ber of the class of 2000.
I consider it a huge honor to run for junior yell leader
and to have the opportunity to represnt The 12th Man at
the greatest university in the world. Ever since I first set
foot on this campus my goal was to capture the spirit of
Texas A&M in every aspect from “Howdy,” “Gig’em” and
Silver Taps, to Bonfire, Muster and Midnight Yell. Knowing
this school is so diverse, has brought me to the realization
that we are all the same when we are sawing varsity’s horns
off at Midnight Yell or working together towards a common
goal building the Aggie Bonfire.
It is a priveledge for me to run for junior yell leader and
I would appreciate your support on April 1 and 2. John
Bloss for junior yell leader, Thanks and gig’ em!
Pat
Pattillo
Senior Yell Leader Candidate
H
owdy! My name is Pat Pattillo. I’m a junior mar
keting major from San Antonio, Texas and a
proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Corps
H owdy my name is Jeff Bailey. I’m an agriculture
systems management major from San Antonio,
Texas and a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas
Aggie Corps of Cadets, Company E-2. But even more impor
tant I’m a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie class of
2000. I am excited to have the opportunity to run for junior
yell leader and would be honored to represent you and all
we share as Aggies at the best university around. When I
think of A&M I see a family, a family with a long line of his
tory called pride and tradition. No matter where you live or
what you’re involved in, as junior yell leader it would be a
privilege to be an ambassador for every student here at
A&M. The unity we have at Kyle Field on a Saturday after
noon when we stand to support the 12th Man should be
present everyday. From new Aggies at Fish Camp to old Ags
at Muster, we all come together at Bonfire and see the flame
and feel the ties that bind us together. I would appreciate
your support on April 1 and 2, Jeff Bailey for junior yell,
thanks and gig’em.
H owdy! My name is Wesley Butler and I am an
international marketing major from Fort Worth,
TX. I am also a proud member of the Fightin'
Texas Aggie Class of 2000.
We each arrived at A&M by way of different roads and the
roads we take after graduation will be different. The love,
commitment and dedication we show Texas A&M during
our stay here is the same. While we are here, we have the
chance to shape this school through our academics, our