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.”

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

As news of the earthquake that devastated Haiti grabbed the world’s attention, a group of Texas A&M University students received an urgent request for help.

Like the generals who planned D-Day, students have a mission clearly defined by a simple statement: one big day — one big thanks — one Big Event.

When Texas A&M University freshman Amelie Berger is asked her age, she loves to tell the truth. The truth is she’ll be five years old tomorrow.

The Institute of International Education announced that five Texas A&M students received the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.

Students in Rodney Hill’s creativity course this spring at Texas A&M are expected to continue the class’ history of producing dynamic innovations and sustainable businesses.

Texas A&M University is ranked sixth in the nation among public universities by a new online organization, TheBestColleges.org.