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Aggie athlete, openly gay

Olympian swimmer defends his University, identity

Amini Fonua holds many titles. He is a former team captain for the Texas A&M swimming team. He was the 2012 Big 12 Champion in the 100-meter-breaststroke. He represented Tonga at the 2012 London Olympics. He is an athlete, student and teammate. And he is gay. Full story

A&M-led relief effort assists West residents

A group of more than 100 Aggies caravanned to West, Texas, on Saturday to shovel debris, load trash bags and be a source of comfort to residents still experiencing the effects of devastation caused by the fertilizer plant explosion.

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Cadets receive commissions, embark on military careers

Thousands of students will receive diplomas Saturday and step into a new stage in their lives. A select number of others will march.

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Big-budget Kyle boosts capacity
Rep. Flores to speak at May graduation
Bryan groups gather music acts for West relief festival
Chalkboard bucket list

Initiative displays students' lifetime aspirations in public
'Vizzers' to show works at Queen

Column: Tales from a disaster zone

Robert Carpenter: The people of West begin long, slow recovery

It’s a curious experience, using a shovel to remove the shattered remains of a grandmother’s possessions from her devastated living room.

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Custodial luncheon

Student Body President John Claybrook talks with A&M custodial workers at the banquet put on Student Government Association on Monday in the MSC Ballroom.

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Flips for Tips

Senior Chemical Engineering major Michael Bynum showcases his acrobatic skills at Flips For Tips on Saturday afternoon outside the Recreation Center. Flips For Tips is an Aggie Gymnastics fundraiser to help the Aggie gymnasts pay their way to nationals later this season. Full story

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Students give back to B-CS

Aggies bake, build houses for surrounding community
Wine enthusiasts pluck first fruits of grape harvest

A light breeze brushed through the air as the Texas sun spread its rays over the 42-acres of grapes awaiting harvest at the Messina Hof Winery and Resort in Bryan on Saturday.

Keeping Traditions

Aggie Ring

Keeping Traditions

One of the most highly anticipated events in Aggie's college life is the moment they receive their hard-earned Aggie Ring.
Reveille

Keeping Traditions

The most well-known and beloved lady on campus might only be knee-high, but she is frequently sought after for photographs or simply an approving wag of her tail.
Silver Taps

Keeping Traditions

As an Aggie family, students honor deceased peers on the first Tuesday of every month at Silver Taps. At 10:15 p.m., Aggies quietly gather in the Academic Plaza as the Albritton Tower bells play hymns. At 10:30 p.m.,....