WELCOME FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Howdy Aggies!
Wow, what a great month August was. My darling daughter
packed all her stuff and returned to A&M for the Fall Semester. Bittersweet! Boy,
did it ever help the laundry loads and grocery bills at our house.
We had our first meeting of the San Angelo A&M University
Mothers’ Club 2004-2005 year on August 19th. A few
Freshman Moms were there, and we had a great time eating and laughing
together. I really appreciated those who attended. It
is so very important to have “Seasoned Moms” to reassure “Fish
Moms”.
One of the “Privileges” of Membership in the Aggie
Moms’ Club is that you will be asked to bring refreshments
to one of the meetings during the year. Please check in
this newsletter to see if it is your month to bring something to
share. Don’t panic—you don’t have to feed
the whole crowd alone—more than one member is given this
privilege each month. However, if you are unable to attend
the meeting, please make arrangements for someone else to either
deliver your donation, or trade months with you. Ah, another
Aggie privilege!
You won’t want to miss the September Meeting. We
will share valuable information about our Tutorial Scholarships
for students attending formal tutorial sessions at A&M. This
proved to be a great help to students last year. We
found that when the parents can offer outside financial help for
the students to attend these sessions, the students seem less hesitant
to stay on top of their grades by signing up for Tutorial sessions
early in the semester.
Also, at our September meeting, we will view a film entitled “Traditions”. It
is a wonderful explanation of the traditions that run so deep at
Texas A&M University. Even as a Former Student myself,
I never tire of hearing the wonderful Band music and seeing the
student body participate in this breathtaking video.
Every Mother is special to our club, and I hope that you will
chose to be with us at our next meeting on Thursday, September
16 at 6:30 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church on Loop 306 in San Angelo. We
need your input and spirit. Please come.
Gig’em,
Judy D. Turner ‘78
President 2004-2005
SEPTEMBER MEETING
Thursday, September 16, 6:30 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church - 3536 YMCA Drive - San Angelo
SEPTEMBER HOSTESSES
Loy Dudley
C. J. Duncan
Lanee Warrick
Suzy Mears
Penny Talley
Jane Wardlaw
NEWSLETTER & MEMBERSHIP FORMS
Starting in October, newsletters will be either emailed or mailed
to members who have sent in their dues. Remember to get
your form to us by Thursday, September 16 in order to be included
in the yearbook. A form has been included with this mail
out for your convenience. If you have any questions about
membership you can call Theresa Fortin at 949-3472. Additional
forms can be downloaded at the following site: http://www.sanangeloaggiemoms.org/memform.html
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR A&M AUGUST GRADUATES!
Jordan Boyd ’03
Kelly Wilson ‘03
PRAYER REQUESTS
Aggie Mom, Ginger Bruton, has been diagnosed with breast
cancer. Please remember her in your prayers. She
did ask that we not send flowers, gifts or food.
Family of Aggie Ian Hord, Class of 2005 passed away on
Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2004.
Aggie Mom, Sherry Flanary, requests prayers for husband
Ken who was recently diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
this July. He is presently going through chemo for the next
6-8 months. Ken also, in June, had to have a deliberator/pacemaker due to
heart problems.
Aggie Mom Jane Wardlaw, requests for her Aggie bud, Mr.
Bill who has just had surgery. No more Cancer!!!! Thanks
for all past and future prayers!
AGGIE MOM’S GIVE FIVE $1000 SCHOLARSHIPS
In May, the San Angelo Texas A & M University Mothers’ Club
awarded five $1000 scholarships to the following students from
San Angelo and the surrounding area:
- Blake Lacy '05
- Jared Ripple ‘07
- Clayton Sheppard '05
- Amanda Turner ‘06
- Julia Wilde '06
FIRST YELL 2004 – Activities
Friday, September 10
Soccer – A&M vs. t.u. – 6:30 p.m.
Bill Cosby – 8 p.m. at Reed Arena (979-862-7333 for ticket
information)
Midnight Yell Practice – Kyle Field
Saturday, September 11
Cook Off Classic BBQ 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
A&M vs. Wyoming – 2:30 p.m.
FISH CAMP REUNION CELEBRATION
Every year 900 hundred counselors willingly give up time and
effort in order to welcome Texas A&M’s greatest
and most important traditions: The Freshmen Class. Through
a 4-day orientation program held in Palestine, Texas, freshmen
are given the opportunity to learn Aggie Traditions, ease their
way into college life, develop leadership skills and create bonds
that will last a lifetime. Fish Camp started 50 years ago. On
September 10-11, 2004, Fish Camp will have a celebration for everyone
who has been impacted by Fish Camp over the last 50 years. If
you or your Aggie would like more information about this event,
you can visit their website: http://fishcamp.tamu.edu/50th/50th.htm or
phone 979-845-1627.
GAME DAY SHUTTLE
From pre-game tailgate parties to the corps marching in, you
will not want to miss any of the activities surrounding Fightin’ Texas
Aggie football. You can ride the game-day express shuttle
from Post Oak Mall to Kyle Field and not worry about parking OR
traffic. The cost: FREE
The shuttle will begin operation 2½ hours prior to game
time and for 2 hours after the game ends. For more information,
check out the following website:
http://transport.tamu.edu/specialevents/get2grid.aspx
If you would rather not ride the shuttle, you can visit this
website for other parking options:
http://transport.tamu.edu/specialevents.aspx
DECEMBER 2004 GRADUATES
If you have an Aggie graduating in December, please call or email
Judy Turner (465-4332 or trtdoc1@wcc.net). Please
be sure to include your Aggie’s name and class year (which
is not necessarily the year they graduated!)
AGGIE RING DAY
Many Aggie Moms and Dads travel to College Station for their
Ag’s Aggie Ring Day. The next Aggie Ring Day is scheduled
for Thursday, September 23. If you would like more information
about the activities, you can visit http://www.aggienetwork.com/events/ringday.aspx
PARENTS WEEKEND UPDATE
Due to a convergence of factors, a decision has been made to
change the dates of Parents' Weekend for Spring 2005. This decision
was made after much thought and consultation from both university
and community constituencies. The dates for Parents' Weekend 2005
are now set for April 8-10, 2005. Planners in the Department of
Student Activities say they recognize that individuals and organizations
who have made arrangements around the previous dates (April 22-24)
will now have to change them. They apologize for any inconvenience
this change may cause and appreciate any assistance in notifying
others of the new dates. Direct any questions to Kevin Jackson,
director of the Department of Student Activities at kevin@stuact.tamu.edu or
Sharra Durham, advisor to the Parents' Weekend Committee at sharra@stuact.tamu.edu.
Both may also be reached at 979-845-1133.
BONFIRE MEMORIAL DEDICATION Scheduled For Nov. 18
Dedication ceremonies for the Bonfire Memorial are planned for
2:30 p.m. on Nov. 18. All classes will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m.
so that students will have the opportunity to attend.
MAROON OUT
Maroon Out began in 1998 when the Cornhuskers of Nebraska visited
Kyle Field. The previous December, the Aggies played Nebraska in
the Big 12 Championship game. Unfortunately the Ags came up short,
but an idea was forming in the mind of Class of 2000 Junior President
Kyle Valentine. He and a group of friends noticed how united the
Nebraska fans seemed dressed in solid red. Valentine suggested
a "Maroon Out" to unite all Aggies and beat the Cornhuskers
and their fans. They wanted to offer maroon shirts for Aggies who
did not have one. Since the goal was to create a uniting event
and not to make money, the shirts were priced at $5 each. On October
10, 1998, the Ags beat Nebraska before going on to secure the Big
12 Championship and a Sugar Bowl appearance. This
year’s Maroon Out is scheduled for The A&M – Tech
game on November 13. We are currently checking into placing
an order. If you are interested, please contact Judy Turner
465-4332 or Lanee Warrick 484-3005.
TUTORIAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
- We have several tutorial scholarships available on a first
come, first serve basis.
- It is necessary for the scholarship to be requested (by the
student) in advance by e-mail to Paula Sweeten at pdsweeten@wcc.net. Please
put “Tutorial Scholarship” in the subject line area
of the email.
- Any student from our area enrolled at Texas A&M University
may apply.
- The tutorial scholarship will be valid from the day issued
until May 2005.
- It will be advertised by publishing it on the web, e-mail,
newsletter, distributed with the food coupons and area newspaper.
- We must have the student’s name, mailing address, parent’s
address and student id for the tutorial coupon.
The student can only use tutorial sources listed on the coupon
.
AGGIE MOM BRAGS
If any of you have Aggie Mom Brags, please call Lanee Warrick
at 484-3005 and leave a message or you can email her at: laneewarrick@aggienetwork.com
Trisha Hoelscher "03 (Aggie Mom, Betty Hoelscher)
graduated with a bachelors and masters degree in accounting in
May 2004. In August Trisha has started her job with Deloitte in
Dallas. She will be getting married in January 2005 to Heath Hobler
from Ohio.
Kelly Wilson '03 (Aggie Mom, Sherry Flanary) graduated
on August 13th with a Mathematics degree & a teacher certification. She
is teaching mathematics for Ferris ISD (Junior High level
at this time which is 20 miles southeast of Dallas).
E-MAIL ADDRESSES
If you plan to change your email address, be sure to let Lanee
Warrick know so that you will continue to get newsletters and notices: laneewarrick@aggienetwork.com
AGGIE MOMS NEWSLETTER
Also, if you have news for the San Angelo Aggie Moms Newsletter
or something that you would like to see in the newsletter, please
contact Lanee Warrick (484-3005) or you can e-mail at laneewarrick@aggienetwork.com
MAROON OUT IN AUSTIN
Annie Haste, proud member of the Fight'n Texas Aggie Class of
2003, is the Property Sales Coordinator of Super 8 Motel in Austin/North. She
is attempting to Maroon-Out her hotel for the weekend of the t.u.
game. If anyone is interested, they can email Annie at cmpm136@cmpm.net
They have established a special rate for any interested AGs.
The address is 8128 North I-35 in Austin and the telephone number
is 512-339-0820
2004 - 2005 DATES TO REMEMBER - Remember to Mark Your Calendar
Officer Board Meetings
all at 6 p.m. @ Sierra Vista Methodist Church
- Monday, October 4
- Monday, November 1
- Monday, December 6
- Monday, January 3, 2005
- Monday, February 7
- Monday, February 28
- Monday, April 4
- Monday, May 4
Membership Meetings
all at 6:30 PM @ Trinity Lutheran Church
- Thursday, September 16
- Thursday, October 21
- Thursday, November 18
- Thursday, December 16
- Thursday, January 20 ( in Sonora)
- Thursday, February 17
- Thursday, March 10
- Thursday, April 21 (attend Muster)
- Thursday, May 19
Additional Dates of Interest
October 29 - 31 (Friday - Sunday)
Aggie Moms’ Fish Camp at College Station Hampton Inn
November 18 (Thursday)
Bonfire 1999 Memorial Dedication. Classes will not be held after
1:30 p.m.
November 25 - 26 (Thursday - Friday)
Thanksgiving Holiday
December 2 - 3 (Thursday & Friday)
Winter In Aggieland Craft Sale*
December 10, 13 - 15 (Friday, Monday - Wednesday)
Fall semester final examinations for all students
December 17 (Friday)
Last day for December undergraduate degree candidates to apply
for Tuition Rebate, 5 p.m.
http://www.tamu.edu/admissions/records/rebate.htm
December 17 - 18 (Friday - Saturday)
Commencement and Commissioning.
January 15 (Saturday)
Winter Federation Dinner and Meeting at MSC
January 18 (Tuesday)
First day of spring semester classes.
March 14 - 18 (Monday - Friday)
Spring break.
April 8 - 10 (Friday & Sunday)
Spring Federation Meetings & Parents Weekend*
at Reed Arena
April 21 (Thursday)
Muster. Campus ceremony
May 6, 9 - 11 (Friday, Monday - Wednesday)
Spring semester final examinations for all students.
May 13 (Friday)
Last day for May undergraduate degree candidates to apply for
Tuition Rebate, 5 p.m
http://www.tamu.edu/admissions/records/rebate.htm
May 13 - 14 (Friday - Saturday)
Commencement, Commissioning, and Final Review.
* The San Angelo A&M Mother’s Club has a sales booth
at these functions to raise money for scholarships.
AGGIE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
Saturday, Sept. 11 - A&M vs. Wyoming, 2:30 p.m. (FSN)
Saturday, Sept. 18 - A&M vs. Clemson, 6 p.m. (TBS)
Saturday, October 2 A&M vs. Kansas State*
Saturday, October 9 @ Iowa State*
Saturday, October 16 @ Oklahoma State*
Saturday, October 23 A&M vs. Colorado*
Saturday, October 30 @ Baylor
Saturday, November 6 A&M vs. Oklahoma*
Saturday, November 13 A&M vs. Texas Tech
Friday, November 26 @ Texas* (ABC)
*Denotes Conference Game
2004-2005 SAN ANGELO AGGIE MOM OFFICERS
Judy Turner - President
trtdoc1@wcc.net
Paula Sweeten - Vice President at Large
pdsweeten@wcc.net
Candyce Gregston - Vice President Programs
candyce38@aol.com
Theresa Fortin - Vice President Membership
fortin@wcc.net
Lanee Warrick - Vice President Publications
laneewarrick@aggienetwork.com
Shelley Gregg - Vice President Fund-raising
shelley.gregg@mhmr.state.tx.us
Patty Rush - Treasurer
wwrush@gte.net
Judie Williams - Secretary
judie_williams@hotmail.com
Debbie Lisoski - Parliamentarian
dlisoski@hotmail.com
Mary Jean Sims - Auditor
mjrsims@yahoo.com
Nancy Brockman - Historian
brockman@sonoratx.net
Laurie Hirschfeld - Scholarship Chairman
laurie@hirschfeldfamily.com
FOOTBALL TICKET CORNER
Several people are looking for football tickets and hotel rooms
for all games. If you have tickets or rooms that you do
not need, please contact Judy Turner at 465-4332 . She
will try to match up tickets and people!
A Big Thanks!
A big thanks goes to Christopher Hunter (son of Aggie Mom, Chris
Hunter) for the upkeep of the San Angelo Aggie Moms website and
for notifying the members when the newsletter is ready as well
as sending out reminders when needed. We sincerely appreciate
all of your help
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