Spring 2014 Candidate Guide

Senate Texas A&M University, College Station

Election Commission tamuelection@gmail.comKoldus 126 979-845-3051 election.tamu.edu

Table of Contents

COALS Chandler Smith

Corps Ryan Cardenas

Engineering Hani H. Arafat Chris Bomnskie Austin Springer Rebecca Yung

Geosciences Elora Arana Daniel Bosworth Cory Hungate Kaitlyn Simpson

Liberal Arts Lauren Felder Sydney Leppin Jarrett Namken Fernando Javier Sosa Matt Valentin

Northside Luis Flores Mireya Luna

Off-Campus

Matthew Brock Austin Cantwell Bryant Dang Rebecca Davis Aubre Dean Aaron DeLeon Pearson Garnett Joseph Hood Aaron Luce Anthony J. Valdez Thomas Maranuk William “Trey” Miller Michael Murtha Hannah Parks Jeffrey Steines Chris Woolsey

Science Andy Habib Shane Rodocker

Southside Sawyer Tate Bennett Baker Zachary Thornburg

Transitional Academic Programs Garrett Hendrix

Chandler SmithSenateCOALS

BiographyHowdy! My name is Chandler Katherine

Smith and I am a freshman Nutritional Science Major from Mission, Texas. But more importantly, I am the loudest and proudest member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2017. I am running for a Senator position for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. My mother and two of my brothers attended Texas A&M and after seeing their steadfast dedication to this university and its traditions I decided that I too wished to experience the Spirit of Aggieland. My first semester here was as wonderful as I had always imagined, filled with Midnight Yells, hours of standing in the Texas sun to watch Johnny football,

and so many other memorable experiences.I am a member of the Pi Beta Phi Fraternity, the Pre-Medical AMSA club, Aggieland Crossfit,

and a volunteer for Bryan-College Station Habitat for Humanity. I enjoy the company of felines, almost any book, and friends. After my four years at Texas A&M I plan to graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutritional Science and a Minor in Spanish Language. I then hope to attend medical school and become a General Practitioner.

I cannot wait to meet more fellow Aggies through running for Senate and I would like nothing more than to be an advocate for anyone that wants to improve our wonderful university. Thanks & Gig ‘Em!Chandler Katherine SmithPlatform

Howdy! My name is Chandler Katherine Smith and I am a Nutritional Science Major from Mission, Texas. But more importantly I am a loud and proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2017. My love for A&M came from my mother and brothers’ steadfast dedication to this University and its traditions. The Aggie Spirit had much of the same effect on me within just months of my arrival. I am running for a Senator position representing the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. My aspiration to become a Senator comes from my love for Texas A&M and my wish to be a vessel through which my fellow Aggies can voice their concerns and ideas on ways to improve our extraordinary university. More than anything, I want to make sure we hold Texas A&M to the high standard that it has met since this wonderful university’s establishment. Thank you for allowing me to share my ideas and intentions for Texas A&M. I encourage you to vote and let your voice be heard, beginning February 19 th.

Thanks & Gig ‘Em,Chandler Katherine Smith

Chandler Katherine Smith2513 Brentwood Dr.Mission, TX 78572

956.227.7870cksmith9294@gmail.com

EducationTexas A&M University, College Station, TX

Bachelor of Science Nutritional Sciences, Minor in Spanish, May 2017

GPR: First Year StudentSouth Texas College, Mission, TX

Under Graduate Courses – 26 hours GPA: 3.63

Sharyland High School, Mission, TX, Class of 2013

ExperienceSouth Texas Sinus Institute, Edinburg, TX

Research Analyst Intern, June 2012 – August 2013Conducted research on in-office Balloon Sinuplasty PSALM MethodAnalyzed research for Medical ArticleCollaborated in drafting of paper with Dr.Vicente Honrubia MD DM Sc. of UCLA Medical SchoolShadowed and interned under Dr. Vincent Honrubia MD FACS

Cimarron Country Club, Mission, TXLifeguard, February – August 2013Supervised and coordinated pool activities, maintenance, and safety

Melbas School of Dance, McAllen, TXDance Instructor’s Assistant, August 2008 – May 2012Assisting and supplemental instructing for dance classes for children

ActivitiesTexas Eta Chapter Pi Beta Phi, Texas A&M University

Member, October 2013 – Present Philanthropy and volunteer services through First Book and Barbara Bush Parent Center

AMSA Pre-Medical Society, Texas A&M University Member, August 2013 – PresentVolunteer Committee member and participant

St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Mission, TXMember, Summer 2012 – Present Catholic Youth Renovation Project to renovate/create houses for poverty stricken communities for 60 hours every summer

Melba’s School of Dance, McAllen, TXSenior Company Member, August 1998 – May 2012Performed, danced, and acted in two or more theatrical performances every year

Skills Shadowing Medical Doctors

Total Hours: 304Shadowing experience includes: Anesthesiology, Otolaryngology, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Registered Nursing, General Physicians, and Neonatal Intensive Care

Reading and speaking Spanish Crossfit, Biking, Swimming, Reading

Ryan CardenasSenateCorps

BiographyHowdy! My name is Ryan Cardenas and I am a Junior Political Science Major from Manassas, Virginia. I am a member of Squadron 2 of the Corps of Cadets and I am running for Student Senate for the Corps of Cadets. I am excited to have the opportunity to run for Student Senate for Texas A&M. I was born in San Antonio, but moved around a lot due to my father being in the Air Force so I was able to take in a lot of different lifestyles across the nation. I came back to Texas as fast as I could and I love everything that Texas A&M has to offer. The Aggie Family is truly above the rest and I see examples of that everyday. I recently studied abroad in Europe and I ran into some Aggies in France and instantly a conversation was sparked between us and it made me feel at home. This is just one of the many examples of this great family. I am currently a member of Aggie Recruitment Committee, which host high school students and give them an in-depth look at Aggieland as they prepare for their decisions to attend A&M. I love impacting future Aggie decisions on whether or not to come to this great institution. Texas A&M is very dear to me and all of its core values have impacted my life and I would be honored to serve as Senator for the Corps.

Hani H. ArafatSenate

EngineeringBiography

Hani H. Arafat was born in Amman, Jordan and raised in Kuwait. After graduating with distinction at a private British school in Kuwait, Hani followed in his parents’ footsteps by seeking a college education in the United States.

Just shy of 20 years old, Hani has held several positions of responsibility to date, including Treasurer of the Student Council and House Captain during his high school years. After enrolling at Texas A&M, he quickly sought to get involved on campus and meet as many people as possible. A member of the Aggie Club of Engineers and Arab Student Association, Hani spends a lot of his spare time with the friends he made through those organizations. Currently a sophomore, he can often be found in the computer lounge at the Emerging Technologies Building doing homework or catching up on school work.

Hani is an avid Chelsea FC fan and plays soccer regularly at the Rec. He also plays 5 instruments and is fluent in both English and Arabic.

Hani H. Arafat

American Male DOB: 24th August 1994 717 Church Avenue, Apt. 1511, College Station, Texas 77840 (713) 969 – 7150 ani.arafat94@neo.tamu.edu

Objective Seeking an internship or co-op that will lead to opportunities in the Oil & Gas or Consultancy

industries.

Education Texas A&M University, College Station, TX May 2016

Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Minor in Petroleum Engineering

Major GPR: 3.73 Cumulative GPR: 3.40Kuwait English School, Salwa, KUWAIT June 2012GPR: 3.89

Leadership Aggie Club of Engineers, Texas A&M University January 2013 - Present

Godfather of the Industrial Engineering and Nuclear Engineering Family (August ’13 – Present)

Recruitment Officer (August ’13 – Present)Ahmadi House, Kuwait English School September 2006 – June 2012House Captain (September ’11 – June ’12)House Representative (September ’06 – June ’11)

Model United Nations, Kuwait English School September 2011 – June 2012Organizing Committee – Chief Logistics Supervisor

Student Council, Kuwait English School September 2009 – June 2012Treasurer (September ’11 – June ’12)Rock Show Chief Organizer (September ’10 – June ’12)Talent Show Backstage Manager (September ’11 – June ’12)

Concert & Showband, Kuwait English School September 2006 – June 2012Section Leader – Lower Brass (September ’11 – June ’12)

Under-16 Soccer, Kuwait English School September 2010 – June 2011Team Captain

Experience Hani’s Hub, College Station, TX June 2013 – Present

Business founder and owner

KES Summer Camp, Salwa, KUWAIT June 2010 – August

2010

Photographer and Magazine Editor

Honors National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Texas A&M University January 2013 - Present

Skills Fluent in Arabic (speaking, writing, reading), Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Autodesk

Inventor.

Chris BomnskieSenate

EngineeringPlatformI will work to -oppose raising fees and tuition for students-support an efficient and intelligent allocation of university funds-work towards ensuring that the Engineering department continues to grow at the rate needed to fulfill the demands of the workforce, not the demands of the University-keep student government accountable-oppose mandatory on-campus housing for freshmen-oppose mandatory meal plans while supporting improving dining on campus-use common sense when voting for legislation that affects Texas A&M and its student body-preserve the traditions of Texas A&M and the standard of excellence it produces in its graduates

BiographyHowdy!

My name is Chris Bomnskie and I am a 32-year-old sophomore Electrical Engineering major from Bryan, TX. Both of my parents went to school, worked for and retired from Texas A&M University.

I graduated from Bryan High School in 2000. In 2002, I received an AAS in Air Conditioning Technology from TSTC in Waco. I worked at Carrier Commercial Service in Austin as a service and building automations technician/project manager for ten years (2002-2012). I joined the United Association (UA) where I received a Journeyman Certificate in 2006. I was asked by the Apprenticeship Coordinator to come back as an instructor. I received a Journeyman Instructor Certificate in 2012 after 5 years of teaching and taking classes at Washtenaw Community College. I attended Austin Community College for seven years before leaving Austin. I spent one year at Blinn College before transferring to Texas A&M University.

I own a rent home in Kyle, TX where I lived before I moved back home to live with my parents and focus on school and the Corps of Cadets.

Becoming an Aggie is a huge accomplishment for me. I applied to no other colleges. I am a member of Aggies for Liberty and The American Society of Mechanical Engineers. I recently volunteered for Aggie Replant in Bastrop. I’m a fire team leader and training corporal in the Corps of Cadets. I hope to join the Corps Triathlon team and become first sergeant, the highest ranking junior in an individual unit.

Chris M. Bomnskie212 Rustic Oaks Drive Bryan, Texas 77808(979) 220-0848 cbomnskie@tamu.edu

CMBExperienceCarrier Commercial Service (Austin, TX) Service/Controls Technician September2002 – October 2012Project management, service, installation and maintenance of HVAC/R equipment for comfort and process conditioning on new construction and retrofit projects. Serviceo Small/medium/large tonnage package unitso Split systems o Air Handlerso Server room unitso VAVso Air and water cooled chillerso Cooling towers, boilerso VFDs o Pumpso Boilers

Controls/Building Automationo Programmingo Commissioningo Integrationo Graphicso DDC/Pneumatics

Local Union 286 (Austin, TX) HVAC/R Apprenticeship Instructor September 2007 – September 2012Instructed 1st – 5th year curriculum from basic electricity to advanced centrifugal mechanics for technicians.LeadershipTexas A&M University Corps of Cadets – Training Corporal

Education, Licenses and CertificationTexas A&M University College Station, Texas Expected graduation date – 2016Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering / Minor: Electrical Engineering GPA – 3.6

Texas State Technical College Waco, Texas 2002Associates of Applied Science in Air Conditioning Technology

Academic CertificationsWashtenaw Community College Ann Arbor Michigan 2012United Association Apprenticeship Instructor CertificateUnited Association Local 286 Austin, Texas

2006Journeyman Certificate in HVAC/R

Factory Authorized Certifications and Licenses (documentation available):

Universal EPA Refrigeration license R410A license SATS (Stulz) Emerson / Liebert Drives Service ABB Drives Startup and Service Carrier Chiller Service 30RB 30XA Carrier Chillers Carrier A, Z, HG/PG Package Units Carrier CCN and BACnet Controls CPR certified

Computer SkillsMicrosoft Office, AUTOCAD, Basic C, Python, PSPICE, Carrier software, Trane software

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Austin SpringerSenateEngineering

BiographyHowdy!My name is Austin Springer, and I am seeking reelection in the Engineering caucus of Student Senate. I am currently an Industrial Engineering major, and I am also the loudest and proudest member of the class of 2016, A-A-A-A-A! I am from a little town called Muenster, Texas and I love Texas A&M. I have a passion for serving students, and I hope to continue that during the sixty seventh election as I have in the sixty fifth and sixty sixth sessions. During my term of the sixty sixth session I have served as the Legislative Affairs Chairman, and I have made great strides setting up relationships between our student body, and our state's elected officials. My team and I have worked toward restoring the rivalry between Texas A&M and t.u. as well as pushed for a lobbying team to represent the student body in Austin. As your student senator, I will continue to fight for the needs of my constituents and continue to strengthen ties with our state's legislature. Thanks and Gig 'em!Austin Springer '16

PlatformWhy we run:As current senators, (Austin being elected since the 65th and serving as the Legislative Affairs Chairman, Chris being elected since the 64th) we have a desire to serve the student body of Texas A&M through research, legislation, and advocacy to benefit the students. We are experienced with legislation ranging from dining and parking to academic policy and campus improvement.We have a record of representing student opinions on critical issues, including opposition to the University Advancement Fund, protecting A&M traditions, continued opposition to mandatory meal plans, and advocating to the Board of Regents to strike down tuition increases. Between the two of us, we have authored and sponsored dozens of pieces of legislation, and actively played a role in pursuing a better Texas A&M. These are a few of our specific policy goals for next year:

Continue efforts to repeal mandatory meal plans free 30 minute parking in garages return to first-come/first-serve football tickets System for Construction/Transportation alerts similar to Code Maroon continued active legislation

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In everything we do, we seek to honor God, serve students, improve our University, and fulfill the duties of our office.

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Austin Springer320 East 4th Street •Muenster, Texas • 76252 CELL (940) 736-1660 • E-MAIL austindspringer@gmail.com

EDUCATION High School Degree Sacred Heart High School, Muenster, TX 76252Graduated 2012Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering/Mechanical EngineeringTexas A&M University, College Station, TX 77840Prospective Graduation 2016

SKILLS

Oil field production experience, Paid summer internship

CAD/CAM proficient - BobCAD, ProDesktop 2000i2, AutoCAD, Inventor

CNC Machinist - Mori Seiki, Fanuc, and Okuma mill experience

Experienced Metal Fabricator - five years on SH robotics team, Superior

machinist

EXPERIENCE Silver Creek Oil & Gas 05/13 - 08/13Oil Rig Mechanic/Roustabout - Experience in servicing and restoring valves, flow lines, electric motors, well heads, and shivs.

Superior Machining and Fabrication 04/11 - 08/12CNC Machinist - Experience in horizontal and vertical CNC mills, CAD application

INVOLVMENT

Texas A&M Student Senate - Legislative Affairs Chair, 66th sessionTerry Scholar - Leadership and Academic scholarship

320 East 4th Street • Muenster, TX • 76252 • CELL (940) 736-1660 • E-MAIL austindspringer@gmail.com

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Rebecca YungSenateEngineering

BiographyMy name is Rebecca Yung. I am a sophomore Chemical Engineering major from Dallas, Texas, but more importantly, I want to represent you in the Texas A&M Student Senate.

PlatformLately, Texas A&M’s Student Government Association has been getting a lot of press—but for all the wrong reasons. I believe we really can do some good, as long as we elect people who care about serving and protecting the student body, rather than furthering their personal agendas. I will seek to make SGA more accountable and

transparent, and minimize internal drama. This will leave us free to focus on things that actually matter to the students.

A few of my platform areas are housing, diversity, dining, and the 25 by 25 Initiative. Texas A&M University is currently considering plans to require all freshmen to live on campus as early as 2015. I think we should gather student opinion about this, and make sure that we have a quality infrastructure in place to handle such an influx of residents. This dovetails with the need to improve our on-campus dining services. This means improving the quality of foods, keeping more restaurants open later, providing cheaper alternatives, and ensuring there are fair options for students with food allergies or dietary restrictions. Another area of focus is diversity. Texas A&M is a beautifully diverse community, and we need to insure that we are treating that as a blessing rather than a curse. This means providing more extensive diversity training to RA’s, doing more to make international students feel welcome and connected, and continuing to improve the campus atmosphere of respect towards all Aggies.

Lastly, as engineering students, we can expect to see a lot of changes due to the 25 by 25 initiative. I will actively seek student input about these changes, and push for student interests to be considered as the plan is implemented. I hope I have your vote, and you will help me make a positive change at Texas A&M University.

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Elora AranaSenateGeosciencesBiographyHowdy, My name is Elora Arana, second year junior from Houston, Texas and I am the loudest and proudest member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2016! Even though my classification may be confusing, my vision for the students in this college is crystal clear: I want to be a part of building the next generation of successful leaders in geosciences. I love

being an Aggie geoscientist and my dedication for this college and university can be proven by my outstanding record of involvement within the college and on campus. I have had the opportunity to serve as the Corporate Relations chair for the Student Geosciences' Council, member of the College of Geosciences Undergraduate Recruitment Team, GeoX counselor, iGeo host, Aggie Orientation Leader and have participated in over 75 hours of community service since my freshman year as a member of Alpha Phi Omega co-ed Service fraternity, as well as countless other opportunities. I choose to get involved in a way that will allow me to help support my fellow Aggies and global community, and that is why I want to represent the student body of the College of Geosciences in the Student Senate. PlatformAs actively involved students within the college, we feel that we have the insight needed to provide a voice for our peers and we hope to represent the diverse faces of Geosciences.Elora is:-Familiar with the procedures of the college from her experiences while working in the Dean's Office-Actively involved in the Student Geosciences’ Council (SGC) and was vital in planning the Geosciences Career Fair-Has good relations with several organizations and companies on and off-campus from her past and present leadership experiences-Actively participates in the Undergraduate Recruitment Team for the College of Geosciences, as a GeoX student counselor and iGeo host; all programs within the college aimed to recruit and educate high school students about opportunities in geosciences and in the college-Served as an Orientation Leader for the Aggie Orientation Leader Program all summer to help welcome new students to the university by assisting them throughout New Student Conferences, from teaching them Aggie traditions to helping students register for classes.  As leaders in SGC, Elora and Kaitlyn:-Have frequent communication with all majors and departments-Assist in planning and implementing events for the college -Attend most college events -Are in contact with faculty and staff on a regular basis As your student senators we will commit to:-Contact organizations for input on legislation in the Senate-Meet with students regularly to better understand your opinions-Meet with the Dean of Academic Affairs to better understand what is going in the college from an administrative point of view

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ELORA ARANA(281) 605-8596 earana@tamu.edu

EDUCATIONTexas A&M University, College Station, Texas December 2015Bachelor of Science in Environmental StudiesMinor in Economics Major GPR: 3.4 Overall GPR: 3.1100% of education financed through scholarships, employment and loans.

SKILLSFamiliar with HTML coding, Dreamweaver, Photoshop and ArcGISBilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English

WORK EXPERIENCE College of Geosciences, Texas A&M University February 2013 – present

Student Communications Worker II, Social Media Coordinator 20-40 hours/week Manage and maintain all 9 official social media sites for the College of Geosciences Develop short articles, briefings and other small written assignments Conduct interviews and research for articles, videos, web and supervise photo shoots for communication projects

Geosciences Exploration (GeoX) Summer Program, Texas A&M University June 2013Student Counselor 5-63 hours/week Managed 20 high school students 24 hours per day for 7 days for duration of program Planned an extensive itinerary for the seven-day program with in-depth geoscience activities scheduled daily Worked with a team of 6 geoscience students to supervise events and execute interactive activities

Best Buy, Houston, Texas October 2010 – January 2013Multichannel Sales Associate, Customer Service Specialist 12-40 hours/week Managed transactions and product issues over-the-phone and at customer service counter Offered financing options to customers seeking help with payment for purchases Monitored and routed phone calls to appropriate department or staff members

Epiphany Church Health and Outreach Services (ECHOS), Houston, Texas March 2006 – January 2013Intake Clerk, Receptionist, Translator seasonally 16-24 hours/week Translated between English and Spanish for clients who were not able to understand paperwork or communicate Processed information about healthcare, income and other sensitive client information to organize into database

SELECTED LEADERSHIPStudent Geosciences’ Council, Texas A&M University April 2013 - presentCorporate Relations Chair 4-10 hours/week Initiate contact with companies to recruit for corporate sponsorships, student job and internship recruiting and speaker panels Raised over $10,000 in funds for organization through sponsorship donations Manage over 800 corporate contacts while keeping open communication with over 50 representatives throughout the year

Alpha Phi Omega Co-Ed Service Fraternity, Texas A&M University September 2012 - presentEnvironmental Co-Chair, School Carnivals Co-Chair 0-9 hours/week Directed a program to increase environmental sustainability and recycling within chapter and community Contacted 30 local schools and scheduled 9 service projects during 1 semester to provide volunteers for special events

Aggie Orientation Leader Program (AOLP), Texas A&M University February 2013 – September 2013 Supervised over 10,000 new students during new student conference registration, student activities and tours

Fish Camp Crew February 2013 – October 2013 Facilitated programs, managed operations for camp of over 3,000 freshmen and staff and organized activities

College of Geosciences Undergraduate Recruitment Team (URT) May 2013 – present Participate in college and university recruitment events such as Aggieland Saturday and Phone-A-Thons, where we contact over

200 admitted students to encourage them to enroll SELECTED ACTIVITIES AND CONFERENCES

Memorial Student Center Freshmen Leaders International (MSC FLI) September 2012-May 2013MSC LEAD Spencer Leadership Conference Delegate November 2013 – February 2014Gilbert Leadership Conference Delegate September – November 2013MSC Fall Leadership Conference Delegate August 2013

SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDSClass Councils Class Star – Class of 2016 Award for Leadership April 2013George W. Crocker Endowed Scholarship in the College of Geosciences April 2013

W.W. Scott, Jr. Best Committee Member Award – Alpha Phi Omega Service Award

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Daniel BosworthSenate

Geosciences

BiographyHowdy! My Name is Daniel Bosworth and I’m Meteorology

major from Las Vegas, Nevada and the loudest and proudest member of the class of 2015! I however was originally born in Miami, Florida on March 24, 1993. I am first generation aggie and a third generation college student. I joined the corps of cadets in fall 2011 during my freshman year and a member of Squadron 17. I want to help make a difference here at Texas A&M by being a member of the SGA senate.

PlatformReform dining services at Texas A&MIn the recent months here at Texas A&M, many students have been complaining about the dining services here. As SGA senator I would push for a reform of the dining services. These changes would be: lowering the prices of meal plans and having more options, outreaching to the community to get franchise on campus such as subway, and eliminating any requirement to purchase meal plans

More career fairs and exposure to potential employersOne of the major reasons why we come to college is to get started in the career field of our choosing. Career Fairs in our perspective colleges help open the door to that success. As SGA senator I would require all colleges at the minimum have two career fairs per semester. I would also approve excused absents for student who are in job interviews.

Better Transportation and ParkingOne of the hardest thing to do here at Texas A&M is parking. Everyday students spend so much wasted time on parking with over filled parking lots. As SGA Senator I would: increase the number of 30 minute parking space available, give students incentives on carpooling to and from A&M, and open more bus routes and stops for students off-campus.

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Cory HungateSenate

College of GeosciencesBiographyCory Hungate grew up in Houston, Texas. His mom, Jenifer, is an interior designer and his dad, Rob, works for Blue Bell Creameries. He has one sister, Elyse, who is a high school sophomore in Houston.

Cory graduated from Cypress Ridge High School. He was captain of his baseball team and was a member of the National Honor Society. Cory was a delegate at the 2011 American Legion Boy’s State and received a congressional nomination to attend the United StatesNaval Academy.

He’s been a bat boy for the Houston Astros for two major league seasons and worked on a civil engineering survey crew. This coming summer, Cory has accepted a geology internship with Tana Exploration in The Woodlands, Texas. At Texas A&M, Cory is a member of the Geology & Geophysics Society and The Energy Club. Recently, he went on a field trip toArkansas with his fellow students in the Geology & Geophysics Society. Cory is currently a sophomore majoring in Geophysics. He also plans to earn minors in Geology and Mathematics.

PlatformMy name is Cory Hungate and I am a candidate to represent the College of Geosciences in the Student Senate at Texas A&M University. I am currently a sophomore majoring in Geophysics.

Geosciences is one of the smallest colleges on our campus. Historically, our group has not been represented in our Student Senate. I want to play a part in changing that trend. There is no reason for our voice not to be heard in our student government.

My goal will be to increase our campus’ familiarity with who we are across all of our disciplines and majors. Once that is accomplished, I will work on ways to better incorporate the skill sets of our students for the betterment of our University as a whole.

I would appreciate your vote and support in the Spring election cycle. I will represent Texas A&M University and the College of Geosciences well.

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Cory Hungate13714 Sundowner Drive - Houston, Texas 77041

713.259.9223 coryhungate@me.com

c or y hun g a t e @ n e o . t a mu . ed u

A c a d e m i c s • Sophomore, Texas A&M University – College Station, Texas

o Degree Plan – B.S. Geophysics (Petroleum Track) Minors in

Mathematics and Geology

o Credit Hours Completed 5 3

• Class of 2012, Cypress Ridge High School - Houston, Texaso National Honor Society

L e a d e r s h i p • Recipient Congressional Nomination, United States Naval Academy -- John Culberson• Delegate American Legion Boy’s State at The University of Texas at Austin• Team Captain Cypress Ridge HS Varsity Baseball Team

Me m b e r s h i p s • Texas A&M - Geology and Geophysics Society• Texas A&M - The Energy Club• Geophysical Society of Houston• Second Baptist Church, Houston (Woodway Campus)

V o l u nt eer W o r k • AdvoCare Texas Bowl, Reliant Stadium• The Houston Golf Association -- Shell Houston Open• Habitat for Humanity -- The Houston Food Bank

Pa r t - Ti me W o rk E x p e r i e n c e • Tana Exploration -- The Woodlands, Texas

o May 2014 – present Geology Internship

• Edminster, Hinshaw, Russ and Associates (Civil Engineering) -- Houston, Texaso May 2013 – January 2014

Survey Crew• Houston Astros Baseball Club

o March 2011 – September 2012 Bat Boy and Visiting Clubhouse Attendant Trained new Bat Boys Worked two complete MLB seasons for the Club

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Kaitlyn SimpsonSenate

Geosciences

BiographyHowdy! My name is Kaitlyn Simpson and I am a junior Environmental Studies and Political Science double major from Abilene, Texas. I am currently running as a candidate for the geosciences senator position. During my time here at Texas A&M I have had the opportunity to serve on the Honors Council, which enforces our Aggie Honor Code, as well as mentorship positions with the FOCUS Community and Aggie Gateway to Success. Within our college I am actively involved in the Student Geosciences Council, and currently serve as Vice President of Interior. My primary goal, if elected, is to ensure that students are informed about what is going on in our student senate, and have a chance to voice their opinion to their senate representatives. I look forward to working with all of you in bridging the gap between students and their SGA representatives. Thanks and Gig 'Em!

PlatformAs a candidate for the College of Geosciences senate seats, I have committed to 3 promises to students within my college. If elected I will work to speak with all geosciences organizations to better understand the opinions about senate legislation throughout our diverse college in order to understand the needs of our students. I will also be available once a month in Eller O&M, Room 109 at a TBD time/date to speak with students one-on-one to get opinions from students that may not be involved in a geosciences organization, but would like to voice their opinions on senate matters. Lastly, I will commit to meeting with our Academic Dean of Affairs once a month to better understand what is going on within our college and how I can help our college move forward through my involvement in the student senate. Through these actions I hope to improve the communication between the student senate and the students within the College of Geosciences.

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Lauren FelderSenate

Liberal ArtsBiographyHowdy!I’m Lauren Felder, and I’m a Class of 2015 Political Science major and Journalism Studies and History minor. I was raised in Aggieland, both of my parents having gone to TAMU (Classes of ’88 and ’89), and my brother is also currently attending school here (Class of ’17).Throughout my time at Texas A&M, I have been involved with multiple organizations, including SGA Judicial Court, Fish Camp, and Freshmen in Liberal Arts Reaching Excellence. It was been a great pleasure and honor to service my school and students through these organizations at such an impactful university.I graduate next spring, and after doing so, I plan to pursue my dream and enter the world of political media. I currently have a news internship at the local news station, KBTX News 3.To me, the liberal arts experience here at TAMU has been key in my self-development has a student and adult. And it would be an honor to represent my fellow liberal arts students.

Fun facts about me: I have a cat named Charlie and a basset hound named Jackson, my favorite color is purple, and I’m addicted to ABC’s “Scandal.”If you have questions, comments, concerns, ect, please email me at laurenfelder15@gmail.com, tweet me @lauren_felder, or look me up on facebook.

PlatformGeneral

Oppose mandatory meal plans Support betterment of meal plan quality and increase of variety of meal plan options Oppose mandatory on campus housing Oppose the 25 by 25 Initiative as it stands Support the rights and respect of Aggies regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ect. Oppose student fee increases Support of non-traditional students – especially veterans and their specialized needs Support the expansion of West Campus

Liberal Arts Support the expansion of the Liberal Arts College, its majors and special programs Support current efforts made by the university to reestablish the Journalism major Support the increase of educational opportunities for liberal arts students, such as campus speakers, career fair

participants, and liberal arts oriented service and social programs and organizations. Promote good relations and communication with constituents and already established liberal arts organizations such as

Liberal Arts Student Council and Freshmen in Liberal Arts Reaching Excellence.SGA

Support traditions, especially SGA affiliated tradition-based organizations like Muster, Big Event, Traditions Council, Replant, ect.

Promote transparency in SGA Promote and support the betterment of relations between all SGA branches and its committees and commissions. Work with SGA committees to increase SGA participation and the growth of SGA committees. Co-write legislation with constituents benefiting the Liberal Arts College, Texas A&M in general, and encouraging

student participation in SGA.

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Sydney LeppinSenateLiberal Arts

Biography Every student on campus whether they realize it or not has opinions on things that affect us all. Whether that be overcrowded bus routes, the courses they are required to take, or even that they want different dining options on campus. So why not vote for someone who shares those same opinions? As a communications major I bring in diversity and something new to the usual political science major that typically runs for this position. I think it is important to have a more diverse liberal arts student Senate that can accurately represent the needs of the students. And that includes all majors and people in the college. Last year during these elections the difference

in the number of votes for this position between the winner and the loser was only five votes. That means just five people decided who would represent the entire college. So don’t tell yourself that your vote won’t matter. On voting day remember to get online and make your voice heard and vote for Sydney Leppin for student Senate.

PlatformHowdy! My name is Sydney Leppin and I’m a junior communications major from Austin, Texas, but more importantly I’m the loudest and proudest member of the fighting Texas Aggie class of 2015! Texas A&M has given so much to me during my two and a half years here. I have been amazed by Kyle Field and the theatrical Johnny Football. I have been blessed with a loving sisterhood as an active member of Delta Zeta Sorority thanks to Greek life. Seeing the dedication of the members of the Corps of Cadets has given me a sense of pride that no other student at any other University can imagine. I only feel it as an obligation to give back to the campus that has given me so much. Prior to entering my freshman year at Texas A&M I served as a member of the Williamson County Youth County Council. Being part of an organization such as this gave me an initial chance to experience government first hand. The impact I had on the people whose opinions I represented amazed me. It was this experience that made me want to run for student Senate.

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Jarrett NamkenSenate

Liberal ArtsBiographyHowdy Ags, my name is Jarrett Namken, I am a Sophomore Political Science major & a 2nd generation Aggie.I am the loudest and proudest member of the fighting Texas Aggie class of 2016. I f rmly believe that Texas A&M has so much to offer in the forms of traditions, spirit and academics, and I want to serve the University I love. We all are truly blessed to attend such a fine institution as Texas A&M with a rich historic background that binds us together as a family. I think I have the experience and dedication to be your senator and look to have your support.

Some Leadership Positions I Have Held:• Elected Sea Aggie Freshmen Senator at Texas A&M University-Galveston• Appointed by Texas A&M Galveston SBP to the Faculty Curriculum advisory board• President of Bastrop County Tennis Association (Smallest Texas Association to be USTA certified)

Awards & Honors• Honored for service by Bastrop County Commissioner’s Court• Broke record for youngest Commissioner’s Assistant in County History.• Represented Bluebonnet Electric to Washington DC• Leadership Award (Bastrop High School 2012)

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Fernando Javier Sosa

SenateLiberal Arts

BiographyHowdy, I’m Fernando Sosa, a junior political science and Spanish double major. Serving the student body became a main interest of mine long before coming to this great University. During my senior year in high school,

as I searched for organizations at A&M that would provide me with an opportunity to serve, I came across the Student Government Association, an organization I believe plays an important role in being a voice of the students, shaping the direction of the University.For 3 years now, I've had the honor of representing the Southside Residence Halls (freshman and sophomore year) and the Liberal Arts Caucus, which I currently represent. I'm happy to say I've brought solutions to my constituents on a matters of campus safety, from lighting to signage, university dining, to new bike racks with more space for parking and a focus on keeping tuition and fees low, and I’ve managed to keep close communication between my service and constituent-based organizations, including the Residence Hall Association and the Liberal Arts Student Council. My capacities include: -SGA Fee Committee (freshman year)-Southside Caucus Leader (freshman year)-Finance Chair overseeing student fee appropriations for important committees such as CARPOOL, Big Event and Muster (sophomore year)-Rules & Regulations Chair (currently)-Several University Committees (please refer to the attached resume)Allow me to continue to serve you: vote on Feb 20-21 at vote.tamu.edu and share the word with your Liberal Arts friends!Contact me with any questions at sosafernandoj@gmail.comGod bless, thanks and Gig'em!

PlatformHowdy!I’m currently serving my 3rd year in Student Senate and my 2nd as an officer, focused on keeping tuition and fees low by working with the Board of Regents, administration, and the executive branch. At the moment, I am finalizing the details to bring 2 scantron vending machines on campus (Scantron Vending Machines Act) in partnership with Barnes & Noble. I authored the MSC 24 Hour Bill (which extended hours during finals). I also authored the Meal Plan Rollover Bill, which called for the transfer of Dining Dollars from the fall to spring semester, an action which went into effect before outsourcing. From student services to academic affairs and university finances, I want to continue to serve students, whether they are in my caucus or not, whether they live on or off campus.By holding opinion booths and attending RHA general and Presidents' Council meetings my freshman and sophomore year, and by building a relationship between the Student Senate Liberal Arts Caucus and the Liberal Arts Student Council this last year as an academic caucus representative since moving off-campus, I have provided a pathway for my constituents to stay informed and involved in SGA policies. I will continue to work with constituents to address issues pertinent to student life and academics on campus. With your support on Feb. 20-21, we can continue to improve the Aggie experience for the current and future generations.Please add to my platform by e-mailing sosafernandoj@gmail.com and add me on FB: Fernando J Sosa

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Fernando Javier SosaP: 9624 Center Rd M: 2 Commons LobbyLaredo, TX 78045 Room 156, PMB C-224

sosafernandoj@gmail.comEducation

Texas A&M University Class of 2015 – College Station, TexasB.A. Political Science, Spanish (Pre-Law) Overall GPR: 3.344

United High School Class of 2011 – Laredo, Texas Rank: 15 of 808 GPA: 100.8644 Gifted & Talented Program

Leadership & Extracurricular Experience Student Government Association – 66th Senate (College of Liberal Arts Caucus)

o Elected as Rules and Regulations Chair, serving as the interpreter of by-lawso Oversee legislation relating to organization’s governing documents

Student Government Association – 65th Senate (Southside Caucus)o Oversaw senate appropriation of $50,000 of student fees as finance chairo Researched and made recommendations on tuition and fees to the University

Student Government Association – 64th Senate (Southside Caucus)o Served on S.G.A. Fee Committeeo Maintained constant communication with campus administration and constituents

Pro-Life Aggies (2011-present)o Elected as Outreach Directoro Responsible for recruiting volunteers for events, keeping organization up-to-date on

current issues National Residence Hall Honorary (2013)

o Inducted as one of the top student leaders on campuso Assisted in recognizing fellow on-campus leaders and organizations for their role in

advancing the involvement and leadership of other students Residence Hall Association/Presidents’ Council (2011-2013)

o Created and facilitated communication between on-campus student leaders and their representatives in student government while engaging in RHA activities and participating in leadership conferences

University Committees: University Rules and Regulations Committee, Student Health Services Advisory Committee, Student Health Insurance Committee, Student Media Board, Evans Library Advisory Council

o Contribute to the development and adoption process of University policies and initiatives that directly or directly affect student, faculty and staff life

Employment Experience Texas A&M University Department of Residence Life – Resident Advisor (August 2012-May

2013)o Enhanced living environment of students through education and programming, built

inclusive, learning communities and meaningful relationships through leadership and meaningful relationships, and enforced Residence Life policies

Volunteer Internships Webb County Public Defenders (June 2013-August 2013)

o Assisted attorneys in court and office proceedings through legal research, translation for Spanish speaking clients

Habitat for Humanity – Human Resources Intern (June 2010-August 2010)o Assisted with home-building and community service member activities

Texas A&M International University TexPREP (June 2009-August 2009)o Enforced rules relating to discipline as Program Assistant

Honors National Society of Collegiate Scholars inductee (2012-present) Dr. Joseph Graham Texas Right to Life Fellowship (2011-present) D.D. Hachar Charitable Trust Fund Scholarship recipient (2011-present) U.S. President's Volunteer Service Award (Prudential Community of Spirit Scholarship-2011) 

South Texas Rising Star Scholarship recipient (2012-2013)

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Matt ValentinSenate

Liberal Arts

BiographyHowdy. I am Matt Valentin. I am a

political science and sociology double major from Tomball, Texas, but more importantly I am the loudest and proudest member of the fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2016

My college experience began where many of yours had: fish camp. During the week I would evolve from a former high school student into an Aggie. This would start the ball rolling. I was encouraged to join a Freshman Leadership Organization, FLARE. My

involvement on campus would exponentially increase from this point. In the spring, I ran for a seat in the 66th session of the Texas A&M Student Senate. I believed that I could make a difference by representing the student body as best as I could in the position. Through no small effort, I gained enough votes to earn a seat in the 66th Session, as well as fill a vacancy in the 65th

Session. I would be tested with difficult decisions a over the next months, but I always stayed true to my constituents.

The following year would see more advancement. I became the event coordinator for the Texas A&M chapter of the Young Americans for Liberty, a member of the University Disciplinary Appeals Panel, and the Caucus Leader for the Liberal Arts representatives in the Student Senate. This brings us to now, and I believe that you should send a vote my way.

Platform I am running on a platform of communication and advocacy. The student senate is

pointless if the students we represent are left in the dark. During my time in senate, I have opted to keep my constituency well informed through setting up tabling sessions for senate members, as well as going to student groups and asking what they want for the future of A&M. This process led to the creation of several bills with the purpose of benefiting both Liberal Arts majors and any A&M student in general. I would continue in these efforts.

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Matt Valentin

Objective· Dedicated Political Science and Sociology student seeking reelection as a student senator representing the Liberal Arts

community. As a current senator, I bring known success and dedication to the position. I will work so that the student government can become more involved with the students.

EducationGRADUATED CUM LAUDE | 2008-2012 | TOMBALL HIGH SCHOOL

· Membership and Leadership Positions· Debate Team: member 2009 – 2012; Vice President 2011 -2012

· Art Club: member 2008 -2012; Vice President 2010 -2012

· Academic Challenge: member 2010 -2012; Team Leader 2011-2012

· German Club: member 2009 – 2012; Treasurer 2011 -2012

· Science Olympiad: team member 2008 -2012; Secretary 2011 -2012

2012 - PRESENT | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

· Major: Political Science and Sociology

· GPA: 3.211

· Membership

· FLARE, the Liberal Arts FLO: member (August 2012 –May 2013)

· Student Senate: Filled vacancy in the 65th session, and member of 66th session (March 2013 – present)

· Liberal Arts Caucus Leader (November 2013 – present)

· Young Americans for Liberty member (May 2013 to present), Event Coordinator (August 2013 to present)

· Texas Aggies Making Changes: (August 2013 – present.)

· University Disciplinary Appeals Panel, Student representative– (August 2013 – present)

Work ExperienceTutor John, advertiser

Fall 2013

Responsible for handing out fliers for Tutor John to increase the number of student using their services

Senate Experience Bill author on 5 passed bills. 4 other bills currently in Committee. Liberal Arts Caucus Leader

o Responsible for gathering ideas from Liberal Arts students on campus Member of Constituency Affairs Committee

o Responsible for arranging Senate Tabling hours Voting Record:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AkE6sMhNswsDdFJiMEpOdjNZQmFCRFBoZU1kT09sYWc&usp=sharing

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Luis FloresNorthside SenatorPlatformThe Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the SGA Student Senate are both organizations that work for the betterment of the Aggie experience for students here at Aggieland. I am running for two positions, Northside Senator and RHA President. As such, I aim to increase communication between these bodies and the student population. RHA is by name and definition an “Association” of the on-campus community. That is why communication and development of communities not only within Residence Halls, but also between Residence Halls is of utmost importance to me. On-campus residents currently have a sense of division, Northside and Southside. As RHA president, I seek to bend that

line, not into one that divides campus, but instead bend it into a circle; a circle that encompasses both Northside and Southside.

Communication is something that I want to increase not only within RHA, but also within the SGA Student Senate. Senators are representatives elected by their caucuses and nothing else. As such, I would continue my current practice of visiting each Residence Hall on-campus and giving Senate updates at all RHA and Hall Council meetings I attend. That is what I already do, but I seek to further elaborate upon that. Meetings are something that have a time limit and so not everybody including myself can attend those. To accommodate and keep as many people “in the loop” as possible, I will create a database of my voting records and a way to post descriptions of each bill that goes through Senate.Biography

My name is Luis C. Flores and I am an Applied Mathematics in Computational Science major and Chemistry minor from Portland, Texas. But most importantly, I am the loudest and the proudest member of the fighting Texas Aggie Class of 2015! I have lived in multiple places including Acapulco, Guerrero in Mexico. Mexico was my place of residence for 12 years until tragedy struck. From one day to the next, I was wheelchair bound and living in McAllen, Texas. This was 8 years ago, and since then I made a promise to myself. Nothing would be an excuse to give anything short of my best. Within four years, I learned how to speak English and moved from McAllen to Portland, Texas.

While in Portland, I eventually made my way to Aggieland. Ever since coming to Texas A&M, I have felt “there's a spirit can ne'er be told” and have worked tirelessly to fuse that spirit into my work ethic. The spirit of Aggieland inspired me to help those around me and to serve them since day one. Since my freshman year, I have been a member of the Council for Minority Student Affairs (CMSA), and the Residence Hall Association (RHA). That however, has not been all I have taken on. Service has been my life, thus I have moved on to serve Students within the SGA Student Senate and CARPOOL. All I ask, is that continue to give me a chance to serve them to the best of my ability.

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Mireya LunaSenate

NorthsideBiographyI was raised in Dallas, Texas for most of my life. I graduated from W.H. Adamson High School in Dallas. I decided to come to A&M because I could not think of a better university to attend. I am a member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of ’17! (AAAAAAAA!!!!) I am Chemistry major, currently a part of a research team here at Texas A&M. A fun fact about myself is that while in high school, I had an incubator in my closet to incubate E.Coli.

PlatformThings here at A&M are great, however that is not the case for everything. For instance, the food variety here on campus is for a lack of better words, “sucky.” Another change that would benefit this campus and the student body would be a decrease in Beutel’s documentation wait time. It takes them way too long to write a simple excused absence form. And finally, I would work to see an increase in the emphasis and importance given to mental health.

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Marcial BrockSenate

Off-Campus

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Austin CantwellSenate

Off-CampusCo-candidates: Jeff Steines, Pearson Garnett, Trey Miller, Braynt Dang

BiographyHowdy, my name is Austin Cantwell, and I am a class of 2016 petroleum engineering student. I am a first generation aggie that was born and raised in the Houston, Texas area. I severed as an interim senator in the 65th session and I served in the 66th session for the engineering caucus. I am also a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon in which I currently serve as the vice president of finance. I would love to represent the student body again in this coming year. Thanks and Gig 'em. 

PlatformAs a member of the Five for the Future campaign team I have decided to align my ideals with those of the campaign group. Our campaign and candidacy is based around 3 basic principles. The first of which is fiscal responsibility and fiscal conservatism. We want to make sure that we protect the students’ financial interests at A&M and do everything in our power to limit the amount of money they have to pay to receive their education. The second principle we desire to portray is being good stewards of the power given to us by the student body. We desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this position and to represent the student body and respect their opinions. The final principle we desire to portray is diligence in our work towards our goal of improving student life on and off campus at Texas A&M University.

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Austin Cantwell142 N. Shawnee Ridge Circle

The Woodlands, TX 77382(832) 217-9994

austincantwell@gmail.com_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Objective: To secure an internship in the oil and gas industry for the summer of 2014.

Education:Texas A&M University Degree: Petroleum Engineering Expected graduation date: May, 2016 G.P.A: 3.77_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Work Experience: 05/13 – 08/13 Engineering Intern, Linn Energy, Midland, TX

Learned about and observed day to day field operations Evaluated hot oil treatments & made recommendations for alternatives Created tool to calculate proper tubing anchor tension Designed completion and oversaw completion of a saltwater disposal well

Special Skills: Visual Basic and Matlab programming languages Autocad and Inventor Computer Literate- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Computer maintenance

Honors/ Activities: Pledge Class Social Chair for Sigma Phi Epsilon during the Fall 2012 semester Rush Chairmen for Sigma Phi Epsilon for the Spring and Fall 2013 semesters Social Committee member for Sigma Phi Epsilon for the Spring and Fall 2013 semesters Elected representative to Texas A&M student senate for the 65th and 66th sessions Dean’s List Voted “Hardest Working Senior” by The Woodlands High school Class of 2012 Montgomery County Texas President for YoungLife during 2010 to 2012

Extra-Curricular Activities/ Community Service: Member SPE Social committee member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Served on the student services committee at Texas A&M University Big Event 2013, Landscaped yard for an elderly couple Planed and promoted a skeet shoot that raised $17,000 for charity Team leader at Woodlands Church for Vacation Bible School Camp counselor on Jun 26th – July 2nd, 2012, for Woodlands Church Decoy for Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s alcohol compliance checks

References:Anthony RigganEngineer, Samson EnergyWork: (713) 577-2006E-mail: ariggan@samsonco.com

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Bryant DangSenate

Off-CampusCo-candidates: Jeff Steines, Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Trey Miller

BiographyHowdy! My name is Bryant Dang and I am junior finance major from Round, Rock TX and I am running to serve you and the rest of the student body as an off-campus senator. During high school I had my first exposure to leadership by being the captain and MVP of the varsity tennis team as well as attending the Outward Bound Leadership Program. Throughout my time here at A&M, I have been involved with the Club Tennis Team, a FLO, the Aggies on Wall Street Program as well as several other organizations within the Mays Business School. I am currently a Vice President of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, a member of the Delta Sigma Pi Professional Fraternity, a Peer Leader in the Freshman Business Initiative, and a member of the new Investment Banking Program in Mays.  I believe the Aggie Experience is tremendous and is something that can never be replicated anywhere else. This has led me to run for off-campus senate in hopes of making sure every student at A&M has their own unique and wonderful Aggie Experience. I will be working directly under two Aggie alums this summer at KBW Investment Bank, and through this recruitment process I have seen firsthand the depth and strength of the Aggie Network. It is my goal to preserve and grow it. Hopefully you will find me a worthy candidate to serve on the Student Senate. Thanks and Gig ‘em!

PlatformFive For the Future's platform is based on fiscal conservatism, respecting our position as student senators, and making sure the voices of our fellow students are heard in student government. 

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Rebecca DavisSenate

Off-Campus

BiographyHowdy! My name is Rebecca Davis, and I am a Kinesiology Major from Houston, TX but more importantly I’m the LOUDEST AND PROUDEST member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2014! A-WHOOP! I will be finishing my undergraduate degree this spring and I plan on graduating in May and pursuing my master’s degree here through the Texas A&M Health Science Center. I served in student senate starting last year after filling in a vacancy for the College of Education and Human Development in the 65th session and I am currently serving in the 66th session. Being part of the student senate and being able to serve the student body has been a privilege and an honor. I have enjoyed representing the students and I would love to continue doing so in the Off-Campus Residences caucus for Fall 2014-Spring 2015.

PlatformAs student senator I promise to do the following: put the students first, keep student fees low, create more meal plan

options, improve transportation, and finally, build a better Texas A&M University. My goal has always been to put the students first and ensure each and every one of you are represented equally. I want students to know they can always call/email me with any questions they have and I will respond. Student senate is here to not only represent the student body but serve them as well.

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Rebecca DavisContactTel : 281 744 4988e-mail : rcatd10@neo.tamu.edu

Address

19411 ChinniCircle, Houston, Texas 77094

Profile

Objective I am looking to pursue a career in medicine. I hope to go on to medical school, and specialize in internal medicine. I chose internal medicine because, I want to interact with others and use my management, leadership, and interpersonal relationship skills. I truly enjoy helping others and I have a passion for medicine.

Education2006-2010: James E. Taylor High School: 20700 Kingsland Boulevard Katy, TX 77450. Overall GPA 4.26, graduated with High Honors.

2010-Present: Texas A&M University: College Station Texas, 77840. Currently a junior majoring inKinesiology (Basic Exercise Physiology track), pre-med based. Overall GPA 3.3

Work Experience

The Tradition at Northgate Part-Time JobLeasing Agent January to May 2011Managed the front desk, gave tours of the property, sent out information of the property, and prepared and finalized leases.Katy ISD Part-Time JobWater Safety Instructor May 2010-PresentInstructed swim lessons based on American Red Cross curriculum, discussed children's progress with parents, and was responsible for children's safety in deep water. I organized lessons and helped with parent orientations that explained the lesson curriculum. Katy ISD Part-Time JobHead Life Guard October 2009-PresentResponsible for the overall safety of pool patrons, and the supervision of the life guarding staff, at the school district's pools. Helped set up large summer swim meets, and organized summer school PE swim sessions.

ActivitiesStudent Senator for the College of Education and Human DevelopmentCommittee Member of Academic AffairsMember of the American Medical Student Association (AMSA)Former Member of Texas A&M’s Pre Medical Society Former Member of Aggie Access Learning Community Member of Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society

Awards and Offices HeldMember of the National Primary Care Week Committee of American Medical Student Association Fall 2011- Spring 2013Student Senator of the College of Education and Human Development (Spring 2013-Spring 2014)Presented The Knights of Templar Education Scholarship December 2012

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Aubre DeanSenate

Off-Campus

BiographyHowdy! My name is Aubre Dean. I am a Sophomore International Studies – Politics and Diplomacy Major, Philosophy Minor from Crowley, Texas. I am excited to be running alongside Michael, and Anthony as 3 For Senate for Off-Campus Student Senator positions. Being a first-generation college student, I came to Texas A&M and immediately found home. My primary goal has always been to give back to the university who has already given me so much. I have had numerous organizations that have given me a very diverse college experience. I am apart of Class Councils for two years and am currently serving as university Pull Out Day Director. I’m privileged to be a delegate for the MSC Spencer Leadership Conference, member of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority where I have taken leadership roles as New Member Educator and Ritual Chair. I also served this past summer as a Fish Camp counselor. I am a firm believer in the Aggie family bond and our core values of excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect and selfless service. I ask that you help 3 For Senate uphold these ideals and ensure that the voice of every student is heard by electing us as you Off-Campus Senators. Thanks and Gig’em!

From transportation services and campus dining to administration transparency, we promise to fight for you- the Student Body. We are also running because we feel like currently the Student Body is left in the dark about too many important issues. Student senate has the ability to change the campus and we plan to not only write and help pass legislation needed on campus, but to work closer with campus administration to make sure the legislation passed is put into motion. For further information email me at aubredean10@tamu.edu

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EDUCATIONTexas A&M University, College Station, Texas Graduation May 2016International Studies – Politics and Diplomacy major Philosophy Minor

ACTIVITIESClass Council (Fish Council and Sophomore Council) August 2012 – Present2013-2014 Pull Out Day Director Oversee the plans and organization of the sophomore class event. Involve my peers on every step of the way to keep them active in decision-making. Promote continuing Aggie traditions while raising funds for the Class of 2016 gift2012-2013 TAMily Coordinator Helped start TAMily project within class councils to promote service to our community. Helped plan and organize the freshman class event Served on the 2013 Ring Dance committee and 2012 Maroon Out Committee.

Spencer Leadership Conference October 2013 – PresentDelegate Attend pre-conference meetings to learn more about the roles of leadership Attend conference held in Dallas to further advance students as leaders Perform community service while in Dallas to show the importance of selfless leadership.

Gamma Phi Beta Sorority August 2012 – Present2014 Ritual Chair Learn and preform rituals of our chapter and educate the chapter on why ritual must take place 2013 New Member Educator Mentored 75 New Members Taught New Members the policies, rules and history of Gamma Phi Beta. Budgeted a several thousand dollar budget

Fish Camp May 2013 - Present Inexperienced Counselor Currently mentoring a DG of freshmen through the first year here while teaching them the school’s many

traditions and aiding in the transition from high school to college.

HONORSClass Council Helped raise more funding for class gift through donations and freshman/sophomore class event than any other class in the history of Texas A&M

Gamma Phi BetaFirst underclassman to ever be elected as New Member Educator. Served on the committee for Crescent Classic

philanthropy event in 2012, which raised almost double what previous year made.

TAMU Mothers Club ScholarshipBobby Bragan Youth Foundation Scholarship

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Aaron DeLeonSenate

Off-CampusPlatformIf given the opportunity to serve as an Off-Campus Senator I pledge to work directly for the students of Texas A&M. Transparency is something that I find extremely important and I will do all that I can to ensure maximum transparency within SGA. Student's have the right to know what their SGA is working on as it directly relates to them. As our campus continues to grow it is increasingly important to keep tuition low. I will continually fight to keep all prices as low as possible, whether that be tuition/fees or sports passes. Student's should be able to choose the meal plan that they need, I will strive for more affordable or more meal plan choices. I look forward to serving you as an Off-Campus Senator.

BiographyI am from Frisco, Texas. I  love this great university and have a passion to serve the campus as well as the students. I am a member of Beta Upsilon Chi where I serve as the social chair. I have served in SGA while being apart of the Student Financial Aid Advisory Committee where I have acted as a vehicle for students to the Financial Aid department.

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Pearson GarnettSenate

Off-CampusCo-candidates: Jeff Steines, Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Bryant Dang, Trey Miller

Biography

Howdy! My name is Pearson Garnett, and I am a freshman General Studies major from Houston, Texas, but more importantly I am a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2017. A!

Platform

My Campaign and candidacy is based around 3 basic principles. The first principle is fiscal responsibility and conservatism. I want to make sure that I protect the students’ financial interests at Texas A&M. The second principle is being a good steward. I desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this position and to represent the student body as a whole. The final principle is diligence in my work. My goal is to improve student life on and off campus.

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Joseph HoodSenate

Off-Campus

BiographyI am a Freshman Political Science Major

born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. In high school, I served extensively in student government, having the honor of being a student body officer and serving Texas as a state officer in the Texas Association of Student Councils. In my time since, I have had the honor of serving the roughly 58,000 students at A&M as a member of the legislative relations team in student government, where I have had the honor of serving with an amazing group of hard working Ags looking to represent the student body in the state capital. I am in the largest and oldest FLO on campus, MSC Aggie Leaders of Tomorrow, and most recently I am very excited to have been blessed with the opportunity to help serve the class of 2018 as an Impact counselor.

PlatformI believe that senators should be voices for their constituents, not seats in an assembly room. It seems like the only time that the Senate gets noticed is if it does If elected I will strive for better communication between the Senate and the student. In the first session I will author and sponsor a bill that will require the Senate to release a Bi-weekly email to the entire student body detailing the Senate’s activities. I would also push for better record keeping of Senator votes on individual bills and a method to make the voting record public. The student body deserves to know how their representatives vote. I also support an expansion of services along with the expansion of the student body, a reduction of waste on campus, ending mandatory meal trades, and most importantly: sticking to the Aggie Honor Code and the core values of excellence, integrity, leadership, respect, loyalty, and selfless service.

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Aaron LuceSenate

Off-CampusBiographyAustin Luce is from Corpus Christi, TX. Austin is a member of Beta Upsilon Chi (Brothers Under Christ) Gamma Chapter at Texas A&M and proudly served twice as a Senator for the Off-Campus Caucus, including once as Legislative Affairs Chairman.One of Austin's favorite Aggie memories was attending the final A&M-t.u. rivalry game at Kyle Field.Austin's favorite tradition is "howdy!" He thinks it's a great way to connect with fellow Aggies while walking around campus.As a self-supported college student, he understands the financial burden placed on many in the Aggie family. He prides himself in opposing arbitrary tuition and fee increases and encouraging administrators to find fiscally conservative approaches to funding.

PlatformBy connecting with students, I believe that the Student Government Association can make Texas A&M a better place. Students are the greatest asset to this university and I believe that by reaching out to students, SGA can be an effective force for good at Texas A&M. As a senator, I will always be open to student input. I will always reply to emails by students and do my best to reach out to those that put me in Student SenateI wish to pursue initiatives to provide more meal plan options and more effective bus routes for our student body. As students, we spend a large amount of money attending Texas A&M and we deserve the best from the services we are provided. I hope to work with the administration to optimize these services.

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Anthony J. ValdezSenate

Off-CampusBiography

Howdy! My name is Anthony Valdez. I am a sophomore Political Science major from Linn, Texas and I am running for Off-Campus Student Senator along with Michael Murtha and Aubre Dean. Michael, Aubre and myself have known each other for a while now and I could not be anymore excited to have a collaborated campaign with these two wonderful friends of mine. I am a first generation Aggie and fell in love with and knew Texas A&M was the school for me the moment I stepped onto campus. I am involved in Class Councils, am a part of several SGA organizations such as The Big Event and Conference on Student Government Associations (COSGA) and I was also a Fish Camp counselor this past summer. I have a great passion for this university and it is my goal to better serve my school and the 12th Man in any way possible. I would greatly appreciate your support to be your next Off-Campus Student Senator, Vote 3 For Senate!!

Gig ‘Em and God Bless!

University organization involvement:Fish Camp – 2012-2013 CounselorSGA Big Event – 2013-2014 Staff AssistantCOSGA – 2013-2014 Host StaffClass Councils – Class of 2016 Member

Contact Info:ajvaldez@tamu.edu

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3ForSenate@gmail.com

Thomas MaranukSenate

Off-CampusBiographyBorn and raised from Houston, Texas, Thomas Maranuk is a sophomore Petroleum Engineer at Texas A&M. He currently a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity where he serves as chairman of community service. Thomas Maranuk is running for off-campus senate because he always been interested in politics since serving as parliamentarian for his high school student council. Thomas Maranuk looks to give back to the wonderful institution of Texas A&M and hopes to bring innovative ideas to the table. Thanks and Gig’Em.

PlatformMy candidacy is based on accountability, innovation and improvement. I believe that senator should be acting in the best interests of their constituents. I will be accountable both financially pushing for fiscal conservatism and accountable to my constituents trying to improve their everyday life at A&M. I believe secondly in being innovative in ways we can better campus. Third thing I believe we have the right programs in place but need to expand on them. As your representative I wish to push for better transportation especially for parking and busing to west Campus.

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Thomas Walter Maranuk

EducationTexas A&M University, College Station, TexasMay 2016Bachelor of Science, Petroleum Engineering; GPA: 3.02

Work Experience   Weatherford International, Houston, Texas, Summer Intern Geoscience June 2013-August 2013

Beta tested Weatherford’s Comanche 2.0 and K2 (Well Planning and Drilling Engineering) software

Checked functionality and accessibility of the programs features and functions Verified that torque and drag calculations were correct for K1 (early version) and K2 Streamed WITSML data from server into Comanche Identified bugs in both programs

Swift Worldwide Resources, Houston, Texas   June 2011Time Clerk   June 2011

Recorded backlogged overtime hours for various employees working on outsourced energy projects

Dealt with time records for the Horizon cleanup and other Petroleum related projects Filed all the backlogged overtime hours into storage and cabinets Gained increase skills in the use of excel, word, and copy machines

Major Honors and Distinctions and Extracurricular Activities   Delta Tau Delta (Zeta Sigma Chapter) 2013Delta Tau Delta - Community Service Chair 2013Society of Petroleum Engineers 2012-2013American Associate of Drilling Engineers   2012-2013Lacrosse - Team Captain (2011-2012) 2008-2012 Cheerleading 2011-2012 Academy of Science and Engineering 2010-2012Student Council - Executive Board Parliamentarian (2011-2012) 2008-2012National Honor Society 2011-2012 AP Scholar with Distinction 2012Boy Scouts of America 2008-2012

Eagle Scout with Five Eagle Palms 2010-2011 Assistant Senior Patrol Leader - Troop 599 2008-2010 King Ranch Award (Most Outstanding Scout within my 150 member troop) 2011

Senior Men – President 2011-2012Work Crew - Vice-President (2011-2012) 2008-2012Stratford Oaks 2009-2012Shattered Dreams 2011Stratford Parent Teacher Association Scholarship Recipient 2012First Juniors Scholarship Recipient 2012API Scholarship Recipient 2012-2013Weatherford Employee Scholarship Recipient

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William “Trey” MillerSenate

Off-CampusCo-Candidates: Jeff Steines, Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Bryant Dang

BiographyHowdy, My name is Trey Miller. I am a sophomore Finance Major from Houston, Texas but most importantly I am the Loudest and Proudest Member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2016! I am very excited to serve this University as a Student Senator!

PlatformOur campaign and candidacy is based around 3 basic principles. The first of which is fiscal responsibility and fiscal conservatism. We want to make sure that we protect the students’ financial interests at A&M and do everything in our power to li...mit the amount of money they have to pay to receive their education. The second principle we desire to portray is being good stewards of the power given to us by the student body. We desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this position and to represent the student body and respect their opinions. The final principle we desire to portray is diligence in our work towards our goal of improving student life on and off campus at Texas A&M University.

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William H. “Trey” Miller14407 Chadbourne Dr.•Houston, TX 77079•Home (281) 584-9051•Cell (832) 623-4777•treym03@gmail.com

Education:Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance May 2016 GPA: 3.27

Work Experience:C&T Power Washing Summer 2010, 2012, &2013

Sole proprietorship with four employees providing local personal and corporate power washing services Financial and tax statements managed from proprietary Excel models Total Revenues of $20,000 Increase in second year of 19% by providing incentive program to employees

Labhart Risk Advisors 2008-2013 Data management for quantitative analysis and risk models:

o Value at Risko Stress testing

Organizations: Sigma Phi Epsilon

Vice President of Operations 2013-2014 Vice President of Recruitment 2012-2013 Clay Classic Committee (Philanthropy) 2013 Parents Weekend Committee 2013

Aggie Investment Club 2013

Stratford High School Athletics – Football and Track 2008-2012 Academy of Finance 2010-2012 Business Professionals of America (BPA) 2010-2012 Young Life 2010-2012 Fellowship of Christian Athletes 2010-2012 Stratford Oaks (tree planting organization) 2010-2012

Community Service:Bluebonnet Nursing Home: Fall 2012

Visitation and assistance to Dementia Patients

Memorial Drive United Methodist Church 2005 to Present Participated in various Youth Program service projects; Summer work camp volunteer for four years

Honors: Outstanding Academic Achievement Award 2009-2012 National Honor Society 2011-2012 State Qualifier in BPA 2011 3 Year Letterman in Varsity Track 2010-2012 Track “Spartan Award” Recipient for Outstanding teamwork and leadership 2011

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Michael MurthaSenate

Off-Campus

Biography Howdy! My name is Michael Murtha, and I am a Sophomore Psychology Major and Philosophy Minor from Allen, TX. I am honored to be running for Off-Campus Student Senate in a joint campaign with Aubre Dean and Anthony Valdez. As a first generation Aggie, I have had the privilege of falling in love with this university all on my own. From the moment I walked onto this campus I knew it was something special, and as I’ve learned about the traditions and become a part of the amazing Aggie network, my love for this campus has

grown. Because of these things I have gotten involved at A&M in a variety of ways. I am currently a member of Class Councils, Old Army Gentlemen’s Society (Ol’ Ags), Fish Camp, Phi Eta Sigma honor society, and I am a Spencer Leadership Conference delegate. In the past I have been in Fish Council, served as a mentor for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults program at St. Mary’s and worked as an EMT for Texas A&M. Texas A&M is an amazing university, and because of the passion I have for it I would be honored to give back to this university and serve you the student body. Help 3 For Senate help you by electing us as your Off-Campus Student Senators. Gig ‘em and God bless!

PlatformTexas A&M is a great university. But just like any other university, there are things that can be improved. For those living off-campus, there are three major areas Aubre Dean, Anthony Valdez, and I would like to see improvement in as 3 For Senate. And for the student body as a whole, there is one area we believe that would help unite this university even more. First off, for those living off-campus, we would like to see more bus routes, more buses, and transportation services staying open later on days of special events to promote tradition and give the students rides to things such as Silver Taps and Muster. Along with that we would like to see an increase in the amount of parking spaces available to students, and a decrease in the cost of the permits they buy. We believe this is very possible with a continually growing population at A&M. And lastly, while not all off-campus students use dining dollars, those that do use them deserve a greater variety of increments available for purchase and they deserve their money back if they do not spend it all. To serve Texas A&M as a whole, 3 For Senate wants to promote a more transparent SGA. We want the student body to know what is happening in their student government, and to be a part of the policy that affects them.

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MICHAEL J. MURTHA 401 Nimitz Street Cell: 214-536-7841 College Station TX, 77840 mjmurt18@verizon.net

OBJECTIVE: Seeking election as Off-Campus Student Senator EDUCATION: Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychology Cumulative GPR: 3.89Class of 2016

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

Class Councils September 2012-Present Member

Accepted into the Fish Council FLO: attended numerous meetings, met point requirements for service, and worked to begin setting up events to benefit the Class of 2016’s class gift to A&M.

Maroon Out inventory 2012: attended bi-weekly meetings to maintain the inventory of the Maroon Out 2012 shirts.

Dining room committee for Ring Dance 2013: helped create the dining room for Ring Dance 2013 by brainstorming ideas, creating props, putting the room together, and helping work Ring Dance.

Finance committee for Maroon Out 2013: trained to work as a cashier and run credit card transactions while being trusted to oversee working funds and operations.

Ring Dance Room Director for Ring Dance 2014: lead a committee to create a room while delegating tasks and working with a team of directors to run Ring Dance

Old Army Gentlemen’s Society September 2013-Present Member Selected as a Sophomore to be in the New Member Class of 2013 Participate in helping Ol’ Ags three philanthropies: Head Start, Isaiah’s Place, and Kingdom Ranch

through fundraising events, and physical laborFish Camp February 2012-Present Counselor in Camp Donaldson Prepared for six months through numerous trainings to teach the freshmen class of 2017 all about

A&M, its traditions, ways to get involved, and simply giving them a foundation and resource for when they got back to College Station.

Responsible at camp for keeping the freshmen entertained and excited as a Spirit Leader, Bus Leader, and by performing numerous skits, while also responsible for taking care of their safety as an Intramurals Official.

Currently continuing to create a supportive environment for the freshmen by giving them a support net and being a mentor to them as they begin their freshmen year at Texas A&M.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church August 2012-PresentMentor, Eucharistic Minister Responsible for teaching a class of individuals who were contemplating converting to Catholicism. Created an open environment, presented lessons on doctrines of the Church, and led small groups. Trained as an Eucharistic Minister and worked at Masses by distributing the Eucharist to parishioners. Texas A&M EMT August 2012-December 2012 Worked as an EMT Basic for Student Health Services at A.P. Beutel Health Center. Responsibilities included cleaning and maintaining a working ambulance, patient care, documenting

cases, staying up to date on certifications, and being able to work in intense situations while maintaining a calm composure.

Certifications: CPR, First Aid/AED, CNA, EMT Basic, and National Homeland Security training. AWARDS AND HONORS:

Chosen to represent Texas A&M as a Spencer Leadership Conference Delegate Named an honors student and placed on the Dean’s list after the 2012-2013 school year Invited to join the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society

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Hannah ParksSenate

Off-Campus

Biography

Howdy! I am an Allied Health major from Georgetown, Texas. I am an active member of Sigma Phi Lambda Christian Sorority where I have been involved in Songfest, intramurals and have served as a leader and mentor to my fellow members. I volunteer at St. Josephs Hospital and lead a Christian middle school girls club in Bryan.

I am a Student Senator in the College of Education and Human Development. My Senate experience began in the 64th session where I filled a vacancy and I currently serve in the 65th session. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve my university in the Student Senate this past year and to represent my fellow students. In my free time I enjoy watching and playing sports, going to Pilates, cooking, traveling, reading, being outdoors and spending time with my family and friends.

Platform

Texas A&M is a rich and diverse university and my experience here has been shaped by that. As a student senator, I will work hard to make this university the best it can be for present and future students. I promise to be open and transparent to the best of my ability to keep students informed. I want to be accessible to students to hear their concerns and to answer any questions they may have. My platform is centered on communication and maintaining traditions. I will work hard to oppose increases in student fees, oppose mandatory meal plans and ensure that more meal plan options are provided for students. Texas A&M traditions are close to my heart and I am committed to protecting them and keeping them alive. I plan on working hard to unite SGA and create a greater a greater sense of accountability and teamwork.

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Hannah Parkshannahrparks@tamu.edu

EDUCATION Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas August 2010 - May 2014 College of Education and Human Development Bachelor of Science in Allied Health

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Texas A&M Student Senate 64th-65th Session February 2013 - Present An elected Student Senator for the College of Education and Human Development Attend weekly meetings and work with fellow student senators, the Student Body President and his Executive Cabinet to work

on bills that will benefit the student body and the University Member of the Student Services Committee and am the Student Health Services Policy Advisor Member of the Student Health Services University Committee

Sigma Phi Lambda Christian Sorority                                                 September 2011 - Present Participated in weekly pledge meeting, chapter meetings, small group and covenant group and completed service projects

throughout the semester Leader of a small group for new members and a covenant prayer group which each met weekly Participated in the intramural flag football team and intramural softball team Participated in Songfest dance competition which included 4 hours of practice per week

Challenge Girls Club                                                                        August 2006 - Present Lead a weekly girls club, includes activities, bible studies and monthly service projects Lead a girls group in Austin for 4 years, presently mentor a group in Bryan with 5th/6th grade girls Lead retreats and camps for Challenge on the regional level of Challenge in the Houston area

ASB (Alternative Spring Break)  October 2010 - May 2011 Prepared and planned for our spring break service trip to Little Rock, Arkansas Spent Spring Break in Little Rock where we volunteered at Arkansas Children’s Hospital Worked with sick children, assisted nurses, brought a positive spirit to children and families Took tours of research facilities where we learned much about children’s health research Lived independently, shopped and cooked all our meals and organized our own transportation

Texas A&M Pre-Medical Society                                        September 2010 - May 2011 Participated in bi-monthly meetings Volunteered at Boys and Girls Club once a week, tutored kids and organized and participated in sports and activities with

them Planned and participated in events such as Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s, Relay for Life and Blondes vs. Brunettes Powder-

puff Tournament which raised money for Alzheimer’s researchHONORS AND AWARDS Dean’s Honor Roll, Texas A&M CEHD Fall 2013 Distinguished Student Award, Texas A&M CEHD Spring 2012, Spring 2013

VOLUNTEER AND WORK EXPERIENCE Volunteer at St. Josephs Hospital August 2012 - Present Volunteer once a week at various areas of the hospital including Day Surgery, Volunteer

Services Office, Nursery, NICU, Emergency Room and Labor and Delivery Magnified Health & Rehab Nursing Home September 2010 - April 2011 Volunteered once a week and helped the residents get exercise, engaged them in conversation and helped the staff clean up

and set up for eventsGallop Foundation Hippotherapy Program September 2013 - Present Volunteer once a week with an Occupational Therapist and worked with disabled children

Nanny                                                                                                     May - August 2010 Cared for 3 young children for a private household, 48 hours a week

Ron Parks Photography                                                                May 2011 – August 2011 Worked for a professional photographer where I managed the office, answered phone calls, booked weddings and photo

shoots at bridal shows, assisted at photo shoots and weddings, and assisted brides. Substitute at Community Montessori School                May - August 2011 Worked with children and assisted the Guide in activities, playtime, naps and lunch

Kanakuk Kamps May 2013 - August 2013 Worked full time at a Family Camp in Branson, Missouri for 12 weeks Responsibilities included working as a counselor for kids 0-16 and forming relationships with them and their family, leading small

groups, lifeguarding, housekeeping, working in the nursery, in the camp office, in the kitchen and serving meals to families

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Jeffrey SteinesSenate

Off-CampusCo-candidates: Austin Cantwell, Pearson Garnett, Trey Miller, Bryant Dang

BiographyHowdy Ags! My name is Jeff Steines and I’m running for Off-Campus Senate. I was born and raised right here in College Station, Texas, back in 1994. I went to high school at A&M Consolidated High School. During high school I was involved in a wide variety of things, such as: Football, Soccer, Business Professionals of America, Student Council and National Honor Society. I am currently a class of 2016 accounting major here at Mays Business School. While I hope to be involved with the SGA, I’m involved in other things on campus, such as: serving as social chair to my fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon, working in the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life, Serving as a Judicial Board Member for the Interfraternity Council and being a member of the national sophomore honor society Lambda Sigma. I hope that you’ll find me worthy to serve the Student Body as your Off-Campus Senator for the upcoming year. Thanks and Gig ‘em!

PlatformMy group, 5 for the future, and I have a campaign and candidacy that is based around 3 basic pillars. The first of which is fiscal responsibility and fiscal conservatism. We want to make sure that we protect the students’ financial interests at A&M and do everything in our power to limit the amount of money they have to pay to receive their education. The second pillar we desire to portray is being good stewards of the power given to us by the student body. We desire to acknowledge the responsibilities that come along with this position and to represent the student body and respect their opinions. The final pillar we desire to portray is diligence in our work towards our goal of improving student life on and off campus at Texas A&M University.

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Chris WoolseySenate

Off-Campus

Platform

Continue efforts to repeal

mandatory meal plans Free 30 minute parking in garages Return to first-come/first-serve football tickets System for Construction/Transportation alerts

similar to Code Maroon Continued active legislation

Biography

My name is Chris Woolsey, Political Science major, and Aggie c/o 2015. I have served in the past three sessions of Student Senate, and am seeking re-election to a fourth. I have served on the Finance committee as well as the Rules and Regulations committee through these three sessions. I’ve written, sponsored, and supported over 30 pieces of legislation affecting every

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aspect of student life from parking and dining to repeatedly petitioning the Board of Regents to oppose increased fees and tuition.

I firmly believe students are the best stewards of their own tuition and fee money and deserve the best value for their dollar, and it is our duty in Student Senate to protect these investments that students make in their education and lives. I also believe that the problems in SGA could be solved if we all got together and went fishing on the weekends.

Outside of Senate, I coach football, weightlifting, track, and PE at Brazos Christian High School, attend to various church commitments, and strive to spend more time during the week fishing than studying.

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Christopher Douglas Woolsey(210) 363-7657

cwoolsey11@gmail.com

Education: Texas A&M University, College Station, TX May 2015

College of Liberal Arts 3.34 GPABachelors of Art in Political Science 4.0 Major GPASecondary Social Sciences Teaching Certificate

San Antonio Christian High School, San Antonio, TX May 2011, Cum LaudeWork Experience:

San Antonio Christian High School, San Antonio, TXMaintenance Department

o Maintenance and upkeep work during summer and winter school breaks May 2012-PresentAthletic Department, volunteer

o JV/Freshman Assistant Football Coach May 2011-Dec. 2011Middle School

o Substitute Teacher Dec 2013-Present

Brazos Christian High School, Bryan, TXAthletic Department, volunteer

o Varsity Assistant Weightlifting Coach Jan 2012-Presento Middle School Assistant Track Coach Jan 2012-Presento Varsity Assistant Football Coach Aug 2012-Presento Varsity Assistant Video Director Aug 2012-Dec 2012o Middle School Assistant PE Coach Jan 2013-Presento Varsity Assistant Track Coach Jan 2014-Presento Varsity Head Powerlifting Coach Feb 2014-Present

Extracurricular Involvement: Boy Scouts of America, San Antonio, TX

Summer Leadership Staffo Quartermaster Staff 2009-2010o Assistant Course Director, National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) 2011-2013

Cub Adventure Camp Staffo Scoutmaster Staff 2011-2013

Troop 117o Assistant Scoutmaster 2011-2013

Royal Family Kids Camp, TexasCamp Counselor 2011-Present

o Summer camp counselor for at-risk children

Texas A&M Student Senate, College Station, TXSenator

o 64th- Northside, Finance Committee March 2012-May 2012o 65th- Northside, Finance Committee April 2012-May 2013o 66th- Off Campus, Rules and Regulations Committee, Finance Committee April 2013-Present

Pro-Life Aggies, College Station, TXMember Jan 2012-Present

o Advocate for Pro-Life issues on campus and in communityAwards and Honors:

Eagle Scout May 2008 Presidents Volunteer Service Award, Gold May 2011

o Exceeding 1000 hours of community service

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Christopher Douglas Woolsey(210) 363-7657

cwoolsey11@gmail.com

Dean’s List, College of Liberal Arts Fall 2013

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Andy Habib

SenateScience

Biography

Howdy! My name is Andy Habib, and I am a biology major from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. I am currently running for the student senate seat representing the College of Science. There is no place in the entire world quite like Texas A&M, with its unique traditions, its caring student body, and its long-held values such as honor, integrity and courage. I am running on these exact principles- principles that entail my utmost devotion to you, the students who keep this university thriving every day. I am running as a candidate who will always stand up for what is right, and never allow my principles, the Aggie principles, to be tarnished. I want to begin fighting the fights that many others simply avoid because they seem “too lofty” or “unattainable.” I want to address any issues you may have within our own college and even beyond. Issues ranging from inside the classroom and chemistry labs all the way to campus aesthetic appeal would all be welcomed and brought up confidently before the rest of the senate and administrators in charge. We are the generation that has the ability to mold the future for Aggies fifty years from now, so that they will look back upon our time here and remember how courageously we stood up and made a difference, and fought for the betterment of this great land, Aggieland. Vote for me, I will represent you with boldness and integrity. Vote Andy Habib for Student Senate (College Of Science).

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Andy Habib Highschool: Christian Heritage Academy, in OKC, OK.

College Involvement:

Aggie Fish Club

Big Event Staff Assistant

Member of National Aggie Scholar Ambassadors (National Merit Scholar)

Recruiting National Merit and National Achievement students with their academic drive and unique talents to attend Texas A&M and

make our college even better than it already is!

Counselor for Impact Christian Camp

Welcoming freshmen to Texas A&M and introducing them to the many unique traditions that thrive here, while, most importantly, getting

them plugged into the Christian community.

Counselor for TBarM (Summer 2013)

Member of Brotherhood of Christian Aggies

President’s Endowed Scholar

National Merit Scholar

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Shane RodockerSenateScience

BiographyHowdy! My name is Shane Rodocker, and I’m a sophomore Chemistry major from Temple, TX, but more importantly I’m a loud and proud member of the fightin’ Texas Aggie class of 2016! A-A-A-A-A! If elected, I feel it is my responsibility to the College of Science, and the University as a whole to oppose raising the prices of fees and tuition for students, as well as defending the right of students to oppose compulsory meal plans for on-campus students. I will also strive to keep the Senate morally and ethically bounded by the principles and traditions that make Texas A&M such a great University. By committing myself to these tasks, I believe that I can do my part to keep the excellence of the Aggie spirit alive.

Thanks and Gig ‘Em!

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Sawyer Tate Bennett BakerSenate

Southside

Platform:Freedom.

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Zachary ThornburgSenate

SouthsideBiographyFirst off, I am a proud member of the fighting Texas Aggie class of 2017. I am an aerospace engineering major in the Dwight Look College of Engineering, and a proud resident of Mosher Hall. I am originally from the Bryan and College station area, so I have lived and breathed Texas A&M University traditions and experiences since I was a small child.

I first got involved on campus when I was elected president of my hall during the fall semester of 2013. I have pushed to make living in Mosher Hall more enjoyable for all of its residents. I further got involved in organizations, specifically the Residence Hall Association by applying for and receiving the position of National Communications Coordinator In-Training of

the Residence Hall Association executive team. Additionally I applied to become a member of the National Residence Hall Honorary, which is comprised of the top 1% of on campus student leaders of most universities across the nation, which is aimed towards the recognition of excellent leaders here on campus, and was accepted. With these positions, as well as influence, I have served the on campus community here at Texas A&M University unconditionally, and hope to bring this mentality of selfless service to the senate for the greater

benefit of southside.

PlatformAs Southside Senator, I aspire to not only represent Southside as their delegate but to push for positive initiatives that further promote and advance the on-campus living experience of south side residents.

Southside makes up for a large portion of the on-campus student body community at Texas A&M University. Southside deserves to have proper representation that is dedicated to showcasing the voice of its residents in light of important initiatives. I hope to do this by being an active voice in senate, listening to the voice of the residents and conveying their desires to the senate, and addressing each proposal of the senate with a defined level of scrutiny. The residents of south side have been denied this proper representation in the past, from my experiences here at Texas A&M University and for any positive progress to be made for south side this issue must be resolved.

I aspire to make the living experience of the south side community more enjoyable for the south side residents. I wish to do this by pushing for improvements to the south side modular, and commons, residence halls such as adding more recreational activities for the residents to utilize on south side and in the commons rather than having to locate elsewhere to enjoy such facilities. I also desire to push for

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initiatives that will allow us to make Southside more aesthetically pleasing so that living in the community of Southside is more enjoyable.

3810 Courtney Circle][Bryan, Tx, 77802]

[(979) 676-2473]Zatchk@tamu.edu

ZACHARY THORNBURGSKILLS &ABILITIES

Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Organisational Development

EXPERIENCE PRESIDENT OF MOSHER HALLAugust 2013 – May 2014

I am responsible for the positive development of the Engineering Living Learning Community NATIONAL CONFERENCE COORDINATOR IN TRAININGNovember 2012 –PresentI am responsible for coordinating the Texas A&M delegation to national and regional conferences for the South West Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls as well as the National Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls

EDUCATION INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE WORLD SCHOOL, BRYAN HIGH SCHOOLHighest Education level – High School Graduate. Graduated with an International Baccalaureate Diploma and Honors. Current student at Texas A&M University – Aerospace Engineering.

COMMUNICATION I have coordinated weekly meetings within the Engineering Living Learning Community at Texas A&M with the students in order to facilitate better academic enriching opportunities for the freshman engineering students

I have made presentations in various lecture halls promoting a Texas A&M Project called BUILD in which I conducted the largest volunteer base for the Residence Hall Association at Texas A&M

LEADERSHIP I am an active member in the National Residence Hall Honorary which recognizes exceptional on campus leaders in a regional and national spotlight

REFERENCES Heather Correa[Community Director – Engineering Living Learning Community]

[heather_correa@housing.tamu.edu]

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Garrett HendrixSenate

Transitional Academic ProgramsBiographyHowdy! My name is Garrett Hendrix, and I am a sophomore General Studies major from Temple, Texas, but more importantly I am a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2016! It is my hope to represent the Transitional Academic Programs in the Student Senate this upcoming year. If elected, I will oppose increases in student fees and tuition, and mandatory meal plans. Texas A&M is a university enriched in great traditions and values, and I will do everything I can to keep the Spirit of Aggieland alive and well. Not only do I work at the best place to eat in College Station, Chick-fil-A Aggieland, but I am also an avid Dallas Stars fan, a subpar bass player, and proud Eagle Scout. For more information about myself and what I would bring to the Student Senate, make sure to check out my Facebook page, “Vote Hendrix for Senate,” and follow me on Twitter, @GarrettIsBeard. Make sure that your voice is heard by voting this week on February 20th and 21st, and thank you for considering me as your Student Senator. Thanks and Gig ‘Em!

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