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The Fortune Teller

Ray Rothrock ’77 uses his proven penchant for predicting the future to bolster resilience against cyberattacks and advocate for a nuclear solution to the planet’s energy crisis.
By Kara Bounds Socol

Almost Home

Located just south of Waco, the Aggie Barn has served as the gateway to Aggieland for those driving south on Highway 6 since its first maroon and white makeover in 1980.
By Morgan Knobloch '20

Student Organizations:

Aggies Serving Aggies

Five Texas A&M University student groups you can support that are making a difference through selfless service.
By Clare Fusselman '21

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Did You Know...

Texas A&M has more Fortune 100 corporate CEOs than any other university.
By Chrystal Houston

Achieving Inclusion

Texas A&M’s Aggie ACHIEVE program creates a groundbreaking academic opportunity for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
By Dorian Martin '06

Howdy, Luke Benignus ’22!

Passionate about coin collecting and bringing buildings to life, Luke Benignus ’22 is drawing up plans for his construction career with the help of a scholarship.
By Bailey Payne '19

Viewpoint
William “Bill” Merka has been the university’s go-to glassblower for more than three decades.
By Michele Schevikhoven '21
Check out his work

Faculty Fieldwork:

Outnumbered

Dr. Clifford Spiegelman uses statistics to challenge forensic methods and shed new light on history.
By Bailey Payne '19

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In Their Names

During the Lead by Example campaign, countless individuals have chosen to honor their loved ones through memorial or honorary gifts.

Six Reasons to “Give it Twice”

Planning a gift through a testamentary charitable remainder unitrust, also known as a “give it twice” trust, has many advantages with the donor in mind. Read how Stephen Huzar '93 utilized this gift method.
By Torie Noellsch