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“Well, people make mistakes, but we’re all Aggies and we have to support. So all I have to say is I’m ready for Aggie Football.” Claudia Meza, sophomore political science major

“The problem with Manziel is that he shouldn’t be treated like that. They should let him play because that’s his only way of creating fans to get himself promoted and make his way up. Get up to where his dreams are, make it to the pros.”

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exas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel will be a spectator for Saturday’s season opening game against Rice, but only for the first half. A&M and the NCAA announced Wednesday in a press release that while there is no evidence Manziel received money in exchange for autographs, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner will be suspended for half of the football game against Rice on Saturday. Manziel was ruled ineligible after an “inadvertent violation regarding the signing of certain autographs,” according to the press release. See Manziel on page 3

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The Battalion he hunt for University President R. Bowen Loftin’s replacement is now underway, as A&M System Chancellor John Sharp announced Wednesday the names of nine committee members who will search for presidential candidates. The Presidential Search Advisory Committee — made of seven voting and two non-voting members — will nominate three applicants by February, said Reid Joseph, Student Body President and non-voting member. The three nominations will be presented to the Board of Regents. The Board of Regents will then make a final decision. According to a University press release, the search process will be guided by Kenneth Kring, co-managing director for the Global Education practice, who has experience placing more than 250 executive positions.

Joseph said the voting members of the committe are made up of faculty, administration and former students and were chosen by the University system. He said they will consider numerous characteristics in applicants, but the exact qualities they will look for will not be finalized until later this month. “I can tell you without a doubt we will be looking for someone who lives, demonstrates and has had a life-long commitment to the six core Aggie values of excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect and selfless service,” he said. Joseph said although he is unable to vote, he will still partake in all discussions. “I act as the voice of the student body and it’s quite an honor to do so,” Joseph said. “It’s an extreme honor to be on such a committee and to represent the students on it, especially when it’s such a high-profile position such as the University president.”

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Funeral plans scheduled for Reveille VII ‘First Lady’ memorial breaks tradition Kadie McDougald The Battalion

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Reveille VII, retired A&M mascot, died in May due to pneumonia after complications from emergency surgery.

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memorial honoring retired Reveille VII, who died in May, will take place Sept. 6 in Reed Arena, with notable changes from past Reveille funerals. The past memorials for the “First Lady of Aggieland” were on Kyle Field and organized by students. They have included a 21-gun salute and the playing of taps and were followed by the burial of the mascot in front of Kyle Field. Reveille VII’s memorial will contain a moment of silence instead of a prayer and will not be followed by a burial, due to plans to exhume

Students gathered at Rudder Tower on Wednesday night to relive the March on Washington. The event featured the reenactment of famous speeches and songs performed 50 years ago.

former Reveilles during the Kyle Field renovation. Jake Lawson, senior agricultural communications and journalism major, said he didn’t understand the reasons for the changes. “I honestly think they should keep it traditional,” Lawson said. “Even with the renovation, I don’t see why they can’t hold it in Kyle Field. If we’re a traditional school and we like to keep our traditions, why would we change that one? That’s one of the biggest ones.” Jonathan Bezile, freshman mechanical engineering major, said he understood the location change and why taps could be inappropriate for Reveille VII’s service, despite tradition. “They should keep the tradition See Reveille VII on page 3

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“I would consider my first week a success. I’ve met a lot of people, my classes seem really cool and challenging and my professors really care about us and are willing to teach us.” Emeri Bradford, freshman psychology major

“I’d say it’s been a success. My schedule has been pretty relaxing, all my classes are simple and it hasn’t been too hard.” Austin Zen, freshman biology major

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“I feel frustrated with the whole situation. I love what he’s doing for A&M, but some of his actions I don’t agree with. He’s free to do what he wants. I’m not gonna tell someone what they can and cannot do, but I wish he could separate his personal life from his fame at A&M. I realize that’s not going to happen, but I just don’t like the light that casts on this school.” Paul Polis, senior philosophy major Photos by Tanner Garza and David Cohen — THE BATTALION

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Manziel allegations. The announced suspension came 48 hours before the Aggies kick off the 2013 season. Continued from page 1 “I am proud of the way both Coach Sumlin The two institutions came to a conclusion and Johnny handled this situation, with integafter evaluating currently available information rity and honesty,” said A&M System Chancellor John Sharp. “We all take the Aggie Code of and statements from Manziel himself. “Texas A&M University would like to Honor very seriously, and there is no evidence thank the NCAA staff, not only for its fairness that either the University or Johnny violated and professionalism throughout this process, that code.” The same Texas A&M students who celebut also for the expediency of its actions,” Director of Athletics Eric Hyman said in a state- brated an 11-win season and Heisman Trophy ment. “Texas A&M is a proud member of the a year ago, reacted to the news of Manziel’s one NCAA and the Southeastern Conference and, half suspension. “Honestly, I’m not surprised,” said Arielle as such, we will continue to abide by the rules governing the association and the conference.” Hess, junior agricultural communications and In order to be reinstated by the NCAA, journalism major. “I believe the only reason he Manziel will face the suspension and must ad- got any sort of punishment at all is because the dress the A&M team regarding the situation and NCAA needed to save some face.” With the NCAA unable to obtain evidence, the lessons he learned. many students felt in Texas A&M will limbo during the whole also revisit its future process, not knowing education in regard to I am proud of the who the starting quarstudent-athlete autoway both Coach terback would be just graphs for individuals Sumlin and Johnny days before the season with multiple items. began. “Texas A&M is handled this situation, with “From what I have committed to compet- integrity and honesty. We all heard, it has been very ing with integrity and difficult to produce acsportsmanship, and we take the Aggie Code of Honor tual evidence against will continue to en- very seriously and there is Manziel in the invessure strict compliance no evidence that either the tigation other than guidelines for our stu- University or Johnny violated hearsay,” said Chase dent-athletes, coaches Mazzilli, junior meand supporters,” Hy- that code.” chanical engineering man said. — John Sharp, A&M System Chancellor major. “If the NCAA The NCAA said is to maintain a stanin the release if additional information comes to light it will con- dard of integrity, I feel they would need more sider whether further action is appropriate. than just circumstantial evidence to rightly According to the release, Texas A&M and punish him. As for the half-game suspension, I the NCAA will have no further comment on feel that if he had been found guilty, the punishment should have been more severe. A half the matter. “Student athletes are often asked for auto- -game suspension is somewhat insignificant this graphs from fans, but unfortunately, some in- early in the season.” As students pulled tickets and ate meals on dividuals’ sole motivation in seeking an autograph is for resale,” said Kevin Lennon, NCAA campus, talk of Saturday’s game took a certain vice president of academic and membership af- turn for the positive as a collective sigh of relief fairs. “It is important that schools are cognizant from the student body was let out. “As an A&M student, I can only hope that and educate student-athletes about situations in which there is a strong likelihood that the auto- this autograph ordeal and the rest of this hectic offseason can be put in the past,” said Angraph seeker plans to resell the items.” Earlier this month, ESPN reported that the drew Hoefer, sophomore Blinn Team student. NCAA was investigating whether Manziel “With the start of the season, people will hopewas paid for signing autographs several times fully shift their focus from actions off the field throughout the 2012 football season and into to what happens on it.” Texas A&M and Rice are set to kick off at the bowl season. Through fall practices, Texas A&M players noon Saturday at Kyle Field with the game and coaches were informed not to speak on the broadcast on ESPN.

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alive, but at the same time, I don’t think it matters where the service is held,” he said. Tonya Woelfel, sophomore education major, said because of Reveille’s position in the Corps of Cadets, the mascot should be held in higher regard. “I feel like they should keep [the memorial] like it was because she’s such a respected member of the Corps,” she said. “She should get that honor like all of the other ones have.” Freshman mechanical engineering major

Daniel Cullison said he thinks the tradition of taps should be reserved for the men and women who serve the country. “Taps is one of the respects, I feel, for our military,” Cullison said. “[I’m] not necessarily degrading Reveille but [it’s about] honoring our soldiers.” Reveille VII was retired in 2008 and was euthanized in May due to complications from pneumonia and emergency surgery for a ruptured ulcer. Corps of Cadets Company E-2, which is responsible for the care of Reveille during her time as mascot, could not be immediately reached for comment.

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fter a March 2011 groundbreaking, the massive structure located off of Highway 6 and Rock Prairie Road is functioning as Scott & White’s new hospital. The complex opened for operations Aug. 19 and includes a five-floor hospital building and medical offices offering numerous services from cancer and neuroscience centers to surgical and rehabilitation services. The complex will not only be able to meet the healthcare needs of Brazos County, but provide a learning opportunity for Blinn and Texas A&M students. Jason Jennings, Class of 1995 and chief executive officer of the Scott & White College Station region, said the hospital “embraces” its relationship with Texas A&M and plans to provide college students with volunteer opportunities and part-time jobs. The volunteer opportunities will not be limited to pre-nursing or pre-medical students. “Health care goes beyond nursing or physicians,” Jennings said. “Anybody who might be pre-health or anyone who just wants to give back to the community will definitely be welcome here.” Jennings said the hospital has already employed students for part-time work. Students can work in administrative areas or as concierge associates, escorting people through the hospital and acting as a resource for the family members or friends of the patient. “It’s just an extra extension, just like a concierge [in a] hotel,” Jennings said. “We try to employ the hospital to create a more homefeel environment, and we have several college students who are doing a great job of that.” The recent merger of the Texas A&M

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