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Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin shows off songwriting talent

Brian Wilson shows off his songwriting skill in his August release. Full story

Keeping Traditions

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Bonfire

Keeping Traditions

In the early hours of November 18, 1907, a group of Aggies celebrated an A&M football victory by burning a pile of wood and garbage near the train station....

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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.

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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.

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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.,....

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Muster

Keeping Traditions

What began in 1883 as a gathering of Aggies reflecting on their college days and evolved into an annual celebration of Texas independence on San Jacinto Day is now a worldwide event.

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Midnight Yell

Keeping Traditions

The first Midnight Yell was held in 1931, in front of the YMCA building, before the University of Texas game, with railroad flares stuck into flower pots to light the area.

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Sul Ross

Keeping Traditions

During final exams, some students get creative by making Aggie figures, such as Reveille or  the “Gig ‘Em” sign, out of pennies and placing them as a good luck offering at the feet of Sully’s statue in Academic Plaza.

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Keeping Traditions

An important element of being an Aggie is not being a Longhorn.

Where on Campus

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Aug 9, 2010

where on campus

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Aug 5, 2010

where on campus

Think you know every nook and cranny at Texas A&M? The first people to get the answer correct will have their names published. Send your response with your name, class and major to photo@thebatt.com.

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Aug 4, 2010

where on campus

Think you know every nook and cranny at Texas A&M? The first people to get the answer correct will have their names published. Send your response with your name, class and major to photo@thebatt.com.

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Aug 2, 2010

where on campus

Think you know every nook and cranny at Texas A&M? The first people to get the answer correct will have their names published. Send your response with your name, class and major to photo@thebatt.com.

5 things you should know before you go

Sep 1, 2010

5 things you should know before you go

1 Learn about architecture for health

2 Campus police offer free engraving

3 Welcome for new engineering students

4 Wear maroon for College Colors Day!

5 Dave Schulz to perfom at The Stafford

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Aug 31, 2010---MSC open house edition 2010

5 things you should know before you go

Visiting the Memorial Student Center Open House no longer involves the dangers of the labyrinth-like corridors of the MSC, but despite the relocation, tackling hundreds of student organization booths remains intimidating. From 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday in Reed Arena, bright-eyed freshmen and other interested students will flock to the event, snatching up colorful flyers galore. Here are some tips on how to make sense of the madness...

June 21, 2010

5 things you should know before you go

1 Takin’ in some baseball The Brazos Valley Bombers begin a weekday series starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Brazos Valley Bank Ballpark. 2 Country concert at Harry’s The Casey Donahew Band will play at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hurricane Harry’s.

June 17, 2010

5 things you should know before you go

1 Father’s Day Don’t forget about your father on Sunday. Show him some appreciation. Give the ol’ man a call, a card or a gift. Heck, give the man all three. He deserves it. 2 Lake Bryan Located off of 2818, Lake Bryan has multitudes of things for students to do.

June 2, 2010

5 things you should know before you go

1 Food for thought The University Club on the top floor of Rudder will be open during the summer for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for all visitors, faculty and staff. The buffet style menu changes weekly and can be found at the club’s website: http://universityclub.

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Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin shows off songwriting talent

Brian Wilson shows off his songwriting skill in his August release.

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Musical therapy

One of Texas’ alternative rock icons is returning to Aggieland this weekend. Blue October will headline Ziegfest Sunday with popular country stars Eli Young Band, Jack Ingram and other performers at the Texas World Speedway. We sat down with bassist Matt Noveskey to hear the things which make the Houston natives glad to perform again in College Station, why there won’t be any acoustic arrangements in the set list and what to expect from the upcoming album.

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Fish food

College Station satisfies any appetite

Dear lost, hungry freshman,

Welcome to your first day of school; you are officially a part of the Aggie family. Those who are especially sharp realize college life is going to be very different from living at home. One obvious difference is that parents are no longer serving your meals. You must now use your survival skills to feed yourself daily. You can use your campus meal plan, prepare your own meals or feast at one of the many eateries in Bryan and College Station. 

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Answering at sonic speed

The Bryan Briarcrest Sonic Team compete in the final 48 question bowl Thursday, with hopes to continue to the final 12 competition in Las Vegas.