The Memorial Student Center embraces environmentally friendly operations.

“These green roofs actually will help mitigate problems in the urban areas like what people call having an urban heat island."

Traditions may not be convenient, but there are reasons behind them.

Alexander, a soon-to-be-senior majoring in international studies, knows a lot about the corps — both the Texas A&M Corps and the Marine Corps.

“First of all, it is a memorial for Aggies who gave their lives in World Wars I and II, which brings reverence and respect. Secondly, it is a student union full of a celebratory aspect.”

Kathy and Brien Smith of College Station are Texas A&M University’s “2012 Aggie Parents of the Year.”

Texas A&M University and The Association of Former Students have selected 24 outstanding members of the school’s faculty and staff to be honored with 2012 Distinguished Achievement Awards.

Pichanick spent his summer in Rwanda as an intern for Sustaining Partners for Rural Enterprises in Agricultural Development, or SPREAD.

Leija’s vision, Camp LIFE, a fully supported camp for children with disabilities, is now in its seventh year of operation.

Tom Iliffe, professor of marine biology on the Texas A&M-Galveston campus recently headed up a team that investigated Phantom Springs Cave.