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The Battalion he 65th Session of Student Senate will swear in 24 newly elected senators to fill vacancies that opened throughout the session. At the Wednesday meeting, Senate will also vote on a short list of legislation. Senators who placed highest in their caucuses in the election and are not currently in Senate or otherwise ineligible will join the 65th Session for the five remaining meetings before being sworn in with the rest of the 66th Session on March 27, according to Speaker of Student Senate Scott Bowen. The three bills up for consideration are the Go Google Bill, Fairness and Equivalence in Make-Up Responsibilities Bill and the Hazelwood Act Lobbying Bill. The Go Google Bill states that “the Texas A&M University student body supports the speedy adoption of Google Apps for Education university-wide” and requires that a copy of the bill be sent to various University officials, including University President R. Bowen Loftin. The premise behind the bill is that the University could save money while improving the quality of the student’s University email experience by changing to Google services. The bill states that the University has an obligation to spend tax dollars effectively and that the University spends unnecessary money maintaining the Zimbra system, which doesn’t offer the same quality of services as Google. The bill cites the successes and financial benefits of other universities such as the University of Texas, the University of Notre Dame and Vanderbilt University in making the jump to Google. The next bill on the docket, the Fairness and Equivalence in Make-Up Responsibilities Bill, seeks to fix a perceived source of discrimination between students and instructors when it comes to make-up work. The bill states that “while the instructor is required to provide a make up for the work that students miss for [excused] reasons, there is no further protection in place to keep them from discriminating against these students.” The last bill to be voted on this meeting will be the Hazelwood Act Lobbying Bill, a bill that requests increased lobbying for veteran funds on a state level in light of proposed cuts to the Hazelwood Act. The Hazelwood Act provides veterans and veteran dependents up to 150 hours of tuition exemptions at Texas institutions of higher education, including A&M. According to the preamble of the bill, the A&M Veterans Task Force has recently raised concern over the future of the Hazelwood Act. Because of the close relations between the Veteran Task Force and Student Senate, if this bill is passed student government would lobby in conjunction with the Veterans Task Force. A bill to increase communication between the Senate and the student body by making senator contact information readily available is expected to be introduced during open session, but will be voted on after spring break.
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ince he was 6 years old, Roy May dreamed of following in the footsteps of his father as an A&M yell leader. When the 33-year-old sophomore engineering major was elected junior yell leader — along with his 5 for Yell running mates — he did just that. Seniors Hunter Cook, Ryan Crawford and Chris Powell join juniors Patrick McGinty and May as 2013-2014 yell leaders, all members of the Corps of Cadets. Each cadet’s path to yell leader was unique. Crawford and Cook return as experienced yell leaders, May once served as a sentinel for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers in Washington, D.C., and Powell is the first African-American yell leader to be elected from the Corps. May took a detour in his journey to Aggieland by serving 12 years in the Army before coming to A&M in 2010. “I think the fun part about [being a veteran] is where the fifth yell leader initially
inside voices | 3 Letter to the editor Three student senators respond to Student Body President John Claybrook’s opinion column, offering their arguments that Senate represents the student body.
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came from,” May said. “After World War II, when the veterans were returning, that was actually the origin of the fifth yell leader. So more than anything, I am just glad to be a part of the history.” May lives off-campus with his wife and seven-year-old daughter, a privilege he is granted as part of Delta Company, an outfit in the Corps specifically for veterans. May said his family’s daily support encourages him as he balances the roles of student, yell leader, father and husband. “My wife is an Army veteran, as well,” May said. “I have deployed [before], so she has been through me being gone for way longer than a weekend. My wife and my daughter are fully supportive and super excited.” May said the age difference between the candidates didn’t even cross his mind. “I don’t think of those guys in terms of age,” May said. “Those guys as a whole are so mature and such great examples, you’d never really think about how old they are.” Cook, a junior construction science major and member of Company D-1, empha-
sized the influence May has had on him. “Being a veteran, [May] has so much wisdom to bestow upon us as 22-yearolds,” Cook said. Having served as 2012-2013 junior yell leader, Cook said his role will look different than it did last year. “Seniors are a little bit more in charge, naturally,” Cook said. “They are in charge of making sure Midnight Yell is set up and making sure everything is done correctly. [They] also kind of instruct the juniors on how to be better yell leaders and better public speakers.” Cook also emphasized his enthusiasm to share with the first-time yell leaders — May, Powell and McGinty — the excitement of representing A&M in the Southeastern Conference. Though their spring schedules will be busy, Cook said the summer is one of the busiest times of the year for yell leaders — a season packed with visits to Fish Camps, preseason football events and other See Yell Leaders on page 4
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Sumlin balances national expectations, youth James Sullivan
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or many students at Texas A&M, the arrival of spring signals midterms and spring break. But for A&M football players and head coach Kevin Sumlin, their attention is elsewhere: spring training. “We’re excited to get spring football underway and kick off 2013,” Sumlin said in a Friday press conference. “We’ve got a number of guys who have been role players ready to be serious contributors in this program. We’re looking to build leadership. We’re looking for chemistry.” Heading into spring practice, the team that began the Aggies’ stint in the Southeastern Conference with an 11-2 record and a victory in the Cotton Bowl has even lured a national audience: ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit. Herbstreit dropped in for an early appearance at the indoor football facility during the Aggies’ initial practice Saturday. Additionally, ESPN College Gameday announced via Twitter that it plans to make a pit stop in College Station for the annual A&M Maroon and White game on Apr. 13. “This is a team that’s going to be a Top 5, Top 7 team next year,” Herbstreit said. “I think [its preseason ranking] is deserving. The big thing for me is not just their ability on the field, it’s the psychological aspect of it. How are they now going to be responsive to a team that’s expected to live up to a certain standard? That’s a
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The Texas A&M football team gathers around head coach Kevin Sumlin for a pre-practice pep talk following warm ups during Tuesday’s spring training. much different challenge than last year.” Even with Heisman-winning quarterback Johnny Manziel returning to the field, the 2013 squad has undergone changes from last year. With many key players graduating or moving on for the NFL, there are holes to fill in the depth chart. Sumlin and his coaching staff — which features three new faces itself — will occupy their
time with position battles and player evaluations in the coming weeks.
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enior Nate Askew was recruited by A&M as a wide receiver. But heading into his final season with the Aggies, Sumlin and his staff decided Askew’s talents would be more useful elsewhere on the field: linebacker. With seniors Sean Porter and Jonathan Stewart graduated and senior Steven Jenkins out for the spring due to injury, all three linebacker slots need to be filled. Midterm enrollees junior Tommy Sanders and freshmen N. Askew Reggie Chevis and Brett Wade will compete for playing time, but the coaching staff hopes Askew finds his niche in the new position. “He’s one of the better athletes on our team,” Sumlin said. “For us, it’s kind of an experiment. A guy with that kind of ability, it’s worth a try.” Junior Floyd Raven will switch from cornerback to safety within the defensive backs unit. Raven will look to teammates such as junior Tony Hurd Jr. for assistance in the transfer. “Within the different schemes of the defense, we’ll be able to work together and become really good partners in the defensive backfield,” Hurd Jr. said.
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n 2012, the A&M backfield featured a threerunning back rotation with senior Christine Michael, junior Ben Malena and freshman Trey Williams. Following Michael’s graduation, — A&M head coach Kevin Sumlin A&M has added two transfers in Tra Carson and Brandon Williams to the depth chart. With Trey out for a majority of the spring due to injury, the two sophomores will join Malena, B. Williams now a senior, on the field with playing time aspirations. “We’ve got to ease those guys back in,” Sumlin said. “This is really the first time they’re running our offense. Without a doubt, they’re both really talented guys, very proud guys and they compete very well. We want them to progress over the course of the spring.” Carson, an Oregon transfer who weighs in at 230 pounds, will add a unique aspect to the running game: power. Brandon, an Oklahoma transfer, nicknamed “slim” by his teammates, has a quick burst that will rival SEC speed. “[Brandon], I’m very excited to see him. Same thing with [Carson],” Malena said. “I’m leading one of the best groups of running backs in the T. Carson country. I take pride in being that leader this year.”
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n the defensive side of the ball, due to reasons ranging from injury to graduation to the NFL, entire units will be forced to test young and inexperienced players over the coming weeks. Defensive coordinator Mark Snyder said the amount of “new, fresh faces” will provide a challenge, but overall it’s “what makes spring ball exciting.” On the defensive line, the only player with any experience on the depth chart is junior Gavin Stansbury. With both senior Spencer Nealy and junior Damontre Moore absent to graduation and the NFL draft, respectively, and G. Stansbury sophomore Julien Obioha out to injury, the entire unit will be starting over. Additionally, senior defensive tackle Kirby Ennis remains off the depth chart following his arrest on February 2. From Herbstreit’s perspective, though, the line’s lack of experience is made up for in talent. “They’ve got a lot of young players, especially up front, that I think will help them be even better defensively,” Herbstreit said. “They have to replace of couple of key losses with [Sean] Porter and Moore, but I think this team could be fun to watch.”
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egarding Heisman Trophy winner and quarterback Johnny Manziel, Sumlin simply said, “Johnny needs to continue to get better.” The redshirt sophomore returns to A&M for spring training a national celebrity, under the eye of media across the country. Following a 2012 campaign in which he accumulated an SEC record 5,116 total yards along with 47 touchdowns, Manziel looks to defend his Heisman. Four days into spring training, though, Manziel noted the team’s need to improve for the coming season. “We need to get a lot better,” Manziel said. “These first few weeks we’ll sit here and we’ll try to make sure we evaluate and make sure we get everybody plugged into the right places. From there, we just have to continue to get better every week.” From Sumlin’s perspective, though, Manziel and A&M are still trying to match odds with the rest of their talented conference, one that holds claim to the last seven national titles. “From every standpoint, every aspect of this program, we’re still playing catch-up with everybody in the SEC,” Sumlin said.
espite junior left tackle Luke Joeckel leaving College Station early for his shot in the NFL, the A&M offensive line remains one of the team’s anchor units. Senior Jake Matthews — who will take over at left tackle — and juniors Cedric Ogbuehi and Jarvis Harrison will return this season, and spring practice will serve as a forum for deciding the final open spots. “We only have one guy returning who’s in the same position he was in last year,” co-offensive coordinator Clarence McKinney said. “Every day is a competition at every position. We want those guys to compete. Competition brings J. Matthews out the best in you.” At center, sophomore Mike Matthews — Jake’s younger brother — will look to replace graduating senior Patrick Lewis, a player Sumlin called “as valuable a player as we had last year.” At right guard, freshman Germain Ifedi and junior Ben Compton will battle for the starting position. Compton also looks to challenge Mike at center. “I’m very excited about this year’s new offensive line,” Malena said. “Moving [Jake] to the left tackle and [Ogbuehi] to the right tackle, I think it’s going to be a good mix for our offensive line.”
Unfamiliar territory Drew Chambers: Next season’s promise grips as football heads into spring training
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y computer plays Kenny Chesney’s “Boys of Fall,” sending chills throughout my body and excitement through my veins. Football – although only spring ball – has begun.
With spring training kicking off this past weekend, I can already feel the rush of next fall, the anticipation as the Aggies compete for a possible national title. It’s right there, just beyond the horizon. My senses tell me to be cautious, yet I find myself falling in love with Aggie football again, whether I should have or not. While head coach Kevin Sumlin and quarterback Johnny Manziel have done wonders for this program, Texas A&M has seen this type of hype before. Looking back at the 1998-1999 season, A&M went 11-3 — the last time the program notched 11 games before 2012 — and won its first, and only, Big 12 title. The following season, faithful Aggies across the nation felt disappointment as their squad dropped to 8-4. More recently, A&M had similar aspira-
tions when former head coach Mike Sherman and then-quarterback Ryan Tannehill led the Aggies to an inspiring 9-3 season with a Cotton Bowl appearance. The heartbreaking 7-6 year that followed cost thenhead coach Mike Sherman his job. But with Sumlin’s lightning-quick offense, consistently reliable defense and Heismanwinning quarterback is on its way to being forgotten. It all starts now with spring training — arguably the most important one of the past decade. A&M has graduated many familiar faces in the past season. Star players such as Ryan Swope, Sean Porter and Damontre Moore have all moved on, but midterm enrollees such as wide receiver JaQuay Williams and linebacker Tommy Sanders have enhanced the Aggies’ spring depth chart. As Aggies, we expect the same excel-
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The Texas A&M offensive line runs five-on-five drills during the fourth practice of spring training on Tuesday afternoon.
lence we saw just a year ago. We expect new seniors to step up into leadership roles just as they expect us to continue standing as the 12th Man. We expect integrity on and off the field just as they expect loyalty and support. For the first time in what feels like a long time, both sides have the opportunity to hold up their end of the bargain. If there ever was a time to show our devotion to Aggie football, that moment is now. Behind a strong-willed head coach, a charismatic and confident quarterback and a team that believes anything is possible, the year A&M has been waiting for since 1939 may have come. Going into spring training, my advice is to sit back, watch and enjoy. History has been and will continue to be made right before our eyes. Kyle Field has become a sanctuary
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Response to SBP John Claybrook: Student Senate does represent student body From student senators Fernando Sosa, Cary Cheshire and Justin Carpenter Many students inside and outside Student Senate, as well as some members of John Claybrook’s executive cabinet, agree that his guest column in The Battalion attacking Student Senate was unethical and not a sign of good leadership. Claybrook accused Student Senate of being “unrepresentative” of the student body because he disagreed with Student Senate on two issues. While we cannot speak for each and every elected senator, many of us took offense at these accusations because we spend time every week meeting with constituents in appropriate organizations and in our respective caucuses — holding opinion booths, reaching out to people on social media sites and talking to fellow students about current issues. These solicitations of opinion, in addition to our research and debate on the merit of proposals, help us make wellinformed votes. Claybrook said nothing about the incredible amount of impactful legislation on other issues that Student Senate has passed, noncontroversial initiatives that the entire student body would be thrilled about if only they received more coverage. Student Senate appropriates funds for CARPOOL, Big Event, Muster, Replant and all the other SGA committees. We’ve also brought cookies back to Sbisa; asked for a 24-Hour MSC, which is currently under review; advocated against mandatory dining plans for on-campus students and for greater dining options; requested rollover printing fees; sought to eliminate the foreign language placement exam fee and requirement for students opting to start with introductory level courses; successfully requested more and better bike racks; called for improved lighting around dark areas of campus; worked for greater accountability and transparency of student fees; and partnered with Texas Aggies Making Changes to receive student suggestions from AgInput boxes, among other things.
These are all issues that students should be able to directly feel the effects of once enacted, and that has taken up the vast majority of our time. It is disappointing that it was only after Claybrook bashed Senate that he offered to have lunch or otherwise meet with some Senate officers and other members, despite their previous attempts to work with him earlier in the year. We hope that the SBP will work together with his legislative counterparts next time before writing a letter to The Battalion or The Eagle bashing fellow Aggies — good, well-intentioned people — who ran successful campaigns to represent and serve students. We must work not just to improve relations between the branches, but to bridge the gap between the student body and their student government, a task that SBPs have done little, if anything, differently in their administrations to accomplish. Student Senate should be considered a partner, not a hurdle, by the executive branch with which he could work to improve Texas A&M. Administration and legislators often seek the opinion of the student body on different issues and initiatives, so it’s important for student leaders in both branches to do more to reach out to students to positively affect the direction of this great University. Disagreement is fine; in fact, there are a number of issues on which the authors of this letter disagree with each other. But we are able to work together through mutual respect for the benefit of Texas A&M. Student Senate is an open and transparent body. Any student is welcome to come and speak at or attend our meetings, which are streamed online. Show up in person on Wednesday night, watch us online on Livestream at senate.tamu.edu, or follow us on Twitter, @TAMUSenate. Let your voice be heard because it is valued and it is appreciated.
The issue of Kyle Field renovation funding has been on the tip of everyone’s tongues lately. Opinions widely vary, but one caught my attention. Many don’t want to pay for it themselves. This jejune attitude greatly disturbs me. Kyle Field is a monument to our University. Nothing compares to standing as part of the 12th Man during an Aggie football game. We must renovate to keep our stadium a great one. I understand that college is a time when money is tight — any of my friends will tell you that I am more than frugal. However, students should be footing a small part of the bill. An enhanced Kyle Field benefits
every person in this University. Instead of acknowledging this fact, some prefer instead, to complain. Many complain that fees should further education, not athletics. However, a good football program benefits the school with increased admissions and alumni donations in addition to acting as economic stimulus to the entire College Station community. Unfortunately, people just don’t want to pay for anything anymore. As our society slowly embraces this entitlement philosophy, I’d simply like to remind everyone that contrary to the popular saying, the best things in life aren’t free.
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instances for which they are called to represent the University. Patrick McGinty, sophomore kinesiology major and part of Company K-1, said hearing his name called at the election results was a humbling moment that made the work put into the campaign worthwhile. Considering the recent transition of A&M to the SEC, McGinty expressed his hope to share the spirit of Aggieland throughout the football season. “We are still new in the SEC, so several of the schools won’t be familiar with the unique tradition and culture that A&M holds,” McGinty said. “I look forward to sharing the unique traditions, history and culture that make Texas A&M such a unique university.” Powell, junior sociology major and member of Company D-2, is the third African-American yell leader at A&M and the first from the Corps of Cadets. “It’s awesome that I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to serve the Aggie family,” Powell said. “But more importantly, regardless of race, I want to ensure that I have no regrets with the platform
with which I am given, that I don’t hesitate to do anything I can to have positive impacts on others.” Powell’s father, Class of 1984, was also a member of the Corps of Cadets. Powell said he wants to be able to give back to the University as a yell leader since it has provided support for him and his family. “My dad unfortunately passed away my sophomore year of high school and what was really touching for me to see was all of his buddies in his class in the Corps come up for the funeral,” Powell said. “That was kind of the first glimpse I got of the Aggie family and the Aggie spirit. I’m just really excited to do what I can to give back to the Aggie family.” Crawford, junior political science major and member of Company E-2, grew up in Austin but found his way to A&M with the help of his dad. “My stepdad was actually an Aggie and he made a point to dress me up in maroon every Thanksgiving when we played t.u.,” Crawford said. As a sophomore in the Corps, Crawford also had the opportunity to represent A&M by taking care of the University’s “First Lady,” Reveille.
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2bd/2ba 4-plex. Spacious floorplan, W/D connections, close to campus. $550/mo. www.aggielandleasing.com 979-776-6079. 2bd/2ba unique floorplans w/balcony views of Kyle Field. Brand new luxury apartment condos. Fullsize stainless steel appliances, W/D, designer ammenities granite/wood/tile, bus stop. Only 36units on Holleman at Wolf Pen. www.broadstoneranchatwolfpen.com, www.aggielandleasing.com, 979-776-6079. 3-3.5 newer luxury condo available behind Texas Roadhouse, granite, huge kitchen, W/D, bus route, best landlord in town! $1275/mo, 817-437-9606. 3/3,3/2 Houses, Townhouses &Apartments, 1250-1400sqft. Very spacious, ethernet, large kitchen, walk-in pantry &closets, extra storage, W/D, great amenities, on bus route, now pre-leasing, excellent specials. 979-694-0320. www.luxormanagement.com 3bd/2ba mobile home on one acre, 3131 Cain Rd. CS, $550/mo, call 777-2395. 4/2 and 5/2 houses, CS, available June/August, updated, all appliances, great backyards, large living rooms, W/D, close to campus, no pets. www.brazosvalleyrentals.com 979-731-8257. 4/3, 3/3 &3/2 Houses, Townhouses, Duplexes &Fourplexes, 1250-1700sqft. Very spacious, ethernet, large kitchen, extra storage, W/D, great amenities, on bus route, now pre-leasing, excellent specials. 979-694-0320. www.luxormanagement.com 4bd/2ba house. Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, granite countertops, W/D, fenced yards. 979-776-6079. www.aggielandleasing.com Brand New, 4bd/4ba houses. walking distance from campus, AAF 979-693-4900. Apartment for rent 2bd/1ba, $475/mo, $350 deposit, 903-244-5951.
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Northgate. Newer 1/1, 2/2, 3/3 and 3/2. Washer/dryer. Walk to campus. Summer and 1 year leases okay. aggievillas.net. Call 979-255-5648. Now Leasing and pre-leasing for August! 4bdrm/2bth houses. Spacious floorplans. Great Location. Close to campus, wood floors, tile floors, ceiling fans, w/d, fenced yards, refridgerator, icemaker,lawncare. 979-776-6079, www.aggielandleasing.com
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“It was similar to what a yell leader does, basically representing A&M,” Crawford said. “That was a real humbling experience also because I got to meet some great A&M alumni and some great students just because I had Reveille.” Crawford said the selection process for 5 for Yell, which involves their fellow cadets nominating and selecting the final candidates, sets this group apart. “What makes 5 for Yell special is that no one on the ticket is running for their own selfish benefits, or for their own selfish ambition,” Crawford said. “They don’t select themselves, they’re not just randomly running. They’re all running because their peers voted them in.” As representatives of the University, Powell said it is important to note that all of the newly-elected yell leaders are from the Corps. “The Corps definitely holds a special place here at A&M,” Powell said. “It’s essential to many that these kinds of traditions go on. I would love to have a positive impact on others in my time at A&M and I feel like this tradition provides us a platform by which to do that.”
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Pre-lease 4 and 5 bedroom houses, available August, great floor plans, close to campus, updated, W/D, all appliances, no pets. www.brazosvalleyrentals.com 979-731-8257. Pre-lease for May or August 2/2 Duplex with large fence backyard. Pets ok, walk-in closets, great location, and shuttle. $775/mo. 979-693-1448.
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HELP WANTED Ags! Looking for summer work? Earn $9000.00 this summer, build your resume, great experience, call Taylor, 214-707-9145. Athletic men for calendars, books, etc. $100-$200/hr, up to $1000/day. No experience. aggieresponse@gmail.com Bryan Police Department is accepting applications for POLICE OFFICER, no experience required, deadline 3/13/13, for information call 979-209-5323. Cheddar’s and Fish Daddy’s now accepting applications. Apply within, University Dr. Child Care FT & PT shifts available. Some nights & Saturdays required. Apply in person at 3609 E. 29th St., Bryan. Christopher’s World Grille is now hiring Waitstaff, Service Assistants, Hosts and Kitchen Staff. Please apply at 5001 Boonville Rd., Bryan. City of College Station SWIM COACHES, WSI’S LIFEGUARDS NEEDED!! $8.5/hr Apply online at csjobs.cstx.gov or call 979-764-3540 (Certification Classes Available) EOE. Cleaning commercial buildings at night, M-F. Call 979-823-5031 for appointment. Immediate opening. Energetic, high-energy office assistant for tele-marketing and busy real-estate office. 12:00-5:00pm. Send resume to resume@equitybcs.com Industrial Engineering Intern Position for Local World Class Manufacturing Plant, student must be proficient in VBA, project driven, creative and adaptable, 15-20hrs/week, $12/hr, call 979.778.8677 ext.113
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MUSIC Hey Ags! Learn how to read music and play Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute. It’s never too late! Great lessons for beginners, intermediate or advanced. Over 35 years professional experience. 979-402-7016, Richard Kent.
PETS 2 male Yorkie puppies, 2-3lbs, 4mo. old, $800, linda_d_54@yahoo.com, 979-324-2866.
REAL ESTATE B/CS. Sell/Buy/Invest! Michael McGrann TAMU ‘93 Civil Engineering 979-739-2035, mike@aggierealtor.com Nadia McGrann 979-777-6211, Town & Country Realty.
ROOMMATES Roommate wanted, $450/mo +utilities, 3bd/2ba condo, front parking, call 713-858-1740. Roommates needed 4bd/2ba home with large backyard and new flooring. Pets welcome. Call if interested 361-463-6763. Three roommates needed. 4bed/2ba. 606 Abbey Lane. College Station, 77845. For more information, 817-915-9258.
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