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An Aggie's Journey To Their Aggie Ring As Told By The Office

Because nothing goes together more than an Aggie and their ring, besides paper, and well, more paper.

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An Aggie's Journey To Their Aggie Ring As Told By The Office

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It's the day every Aggie anticipates, their Aggie ring day. The day they behold the gold. Whether you've been anticipating your bling since you were a toddler or day one of your New Student Conference, it's oh so special and a day you will hold on to forever. Kinda like Jim and Pam's wedding, or the day Dwight and Angela finally get married....

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Ben Shrader, The Mind Behind The Memes And Media

Ben articulates his new lifestyle best when he says, "I remember thinking: I'm going to college. College kids like to party. If I control parties, they'll like me."

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Master's Classes: Yes or No?

Five things to consider before taking the academic plunge.

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I recently made the decision to pursue a master's degree in my chosen career field. I can't say it was the easiest or the hardest decision I've ever had to make, but it did take some serious thought. Mix excitement with slight nausea and you'll understand my feelings during the decision-making process. For anyone else out there who might be considering taking master's classes, here are 5 things I had to verbalize and/or discuss to make an informed decision.

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11 Reasons To Rock The CASA At Theta 5K

You can register for the run here!

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Sometimes knowing what to do on Parents' Weekend is hard. Or convincing yourself to get active is hard. Or committing yourself to help the community is hard. I get it! Luckily for you, I have a one-stop-solution for all of these challenging ordeals.

That's right, people: Theta 5K is upon us.

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12 Ways Catholic Mass Is Basically The Same As An Aggie Football Game

This article might accidentally sneak into sacrilegious territory...

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12 Ways Catholic Mass Is Basically The Same As An Aggie Football Game

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Let's get one thing straight, right off the bat: I believe in the exceptionality of both the Catholic Church and TAMU. That said, based on my experiences at both places, there are definite similarities between what goes down in Saint Mary's and on Kyle Field.

The Church describes the Holy Mass as "the source and summit of the Christian life."

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Ladies, Here Are 13 Things You Should Do To Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone

If you want to do something, just do it.

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Ladies, Here Are 13 Things You Should Do To Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone

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Here at Odyssey, we believe in you. Just pick one of these things and go get 'em, tiger.

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Because nothing goes together more than an Aggie and their ring, besides paper, and well, more paper.

1. Coming in as a freshman, a full 90 hours away from your ring.

2. Thinking you were going to be able to order your ring junior year only for the Association of Former Students to tell you otherwise.

3. Supporting all your friends on their ring day.

4. Finally ordering your Aggie ring!!!!!!!!

5. Finally ordering your Aggie ring.....

6. Being so excited the day before you can't contain yourself.

7. Seeing it on your finger for the first time!!!

8. Realizing you have to dunk your ring now.

9. Seeing someone else steal your ring day Instagram caption.

10. Looking back on your time as an Aggie.

11. Celebrating your accomplishments!!

12. And more celebrating!

Ben articulates his new lifestyle best when he says, "I remember thinking: I'm going to college. College kids like to party. If I control parties, they'll like me."

Five things to consider before taking the academic plunge.

Where do I want to go?

What is this really going to cost?

Does it make sense in regards to your career field?

Did you work out how long it will take?

Are you ready?

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You can register here!

1. For the children

2. For the tutus

3. For the fitness

4. For the fun

5. For the breakfast tacos

6. For the Theta in your life

7. For the dogs

8. For the cute pictures

9. For family bonding

10. For the community

11. For love

This article might accidentally sneak into sacrilegious territory...

1. A strong sense of community

2. An affinity for standing for a long time

3. A distinct attitude of faith and hope

4. The feeling that you are a part of something bigger

5. The crowd doing the same moves together

6. Devotion filling the cathedral/stadium

7. Participants sharing unique gestures

8. There is always a willingness to step in for the sake of others

9. A very brief sitting period

10. Moments of personalization

11. Uttering prayers/yells in unison

12. Reverence for tradition

If you want to do something, just do it.

1. Go to a movie by yourself.

2. Go salsa dancing.

3. Join a gym and learn how to lift weights.

4. Do something that you're terrified to do.

5. Go to an exotic restaurant and let the waiter/ waitress surprise you.

6. Fast.

7. Do the Whole30.

8. Ask a boy on a date.

9. Switch up your style.

10. Have a genuine conversation with a homeless person.

11. Talk to a stranger on the bus.

12. Visit a new country.

13. Spend a day without trying to constantly please people.

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