AN AGGIE NEWS PUBLICATION 2017 2017 CLUB OFFICERS Dale Gibson 83 President Larry Collis 83 Past President Larry Patterson 72 Records Ben Denison 88 Scholarships Drew Larson 01 Activities Philip Sterling 01 DCAMC OFFICERS MESSAGE Webmaster Brian Moshier 03 Finance Howdy to the Denton County Aggies! As the old saying goes, from the inside looking out, it is hard to explain and from the outside looking in, it is hard to understand! As Aggies, we have a bond of shared experiences that transcends time and generations. Elliott Beard 05 The Denton County A&M Club is the local arm of the Association of Former Students and each local club is tasked accordingly: Provide scholarship funds for deserving local students who are attending Texas A&M. Provide each former student with the opportunity to become a member of a worthwhile group, to add something to the group, and to receive something of value from the relationship. Transmit current information to the community about the academic programs, scholarship opportunities, and advantages available at The Association and Texas A&M University. Provide a forum in which former students can become active members of the Aggie Network by assisting each other professionally, participating in community affairs, and becoming informed spokespersons on behalf of The Association and Texas A&M University. Kevin Dunahoo 07 continued on next page Muster Young Alumni / Big Event Liz Carr 85 Membership OPEN Golf OPEN Publicity
(officers message continued) Encourage individual leadership development and experience in organization management - particularly for young former students and recent graduates who may not yet have such opportunities in their professional pursuits. Coordinate all organized former student activity in that geographical area. Provide a forum for The Association and Texas A&M University to work together to accomplish objectives vital to its future. Encourage individual participation in The Association s Annual Fund, thereby enhancing The Association s ability to assist Current and Former Students alike. Every local club does this with volunteer leadership and without any monetary/budget support from the Association of Former Students, therefore, your local club is entirely dependent on local support. The Denton County A&M Club would like to thank Jack ( 76) & Beth Ramsey of Texas Choice Products (www.texas-choice.com) for their overwhelming and continued support in our scholarship fund raising efforts. At check-out, use our code GIGEM. The Club would also like to recognize all of the volunteers, players, and following sponsors of our golf tournament last October at Tour 18 for their generous support: $1,500 12th Man Sponsor - ABC Home & Commercial $1,500 12th Man Sponsor - KHA Accountants & Advisors $ 750 Gig 'em Sponsor - Cobb Fendley Engineering $ 500 Howdy Plus Sponsor - David Loupot '60 $ 340 Howdy Sponsor - Grunden Financial $ 300 Howdy Sponsor - Environmental Improvements, Inc $ 300 Howdy Sponsor - Rev's Mobile Auto Care/Restoration - Kevin Bryan '08 $ 200 Maroon Sponsor - Stacie Test, DDS $ 200 Maroon Sponsor - Debra Duffy, DDS $ 200 Maroon Sponsor - Cristina's Mexican Restaurant/Flower Mound $ 200 Maroon Sponsor - Larry Patterson '72 $ 200 Maroon Sponsor - Cartwright's Ranch House/Denton $ 200 Maroon Sponsor - Orthopedic Associates Many thanks also go to those Aggies that continue to support the Denton County A&M Club with their active membership year in, and year out. All of these efforts combined are what allow us to award multiple $1,000 scholarships to incoming freshman each year in addition to our two endowed scholarships that were funded in 2015!! There is always room for improvement. We are always on the lookout for new ideas and people willing to help by volunteering their time. Join us by becoming an active member of the Denton County A&M Club. Let us know how the Club can do better at connecting locally and what you would like to see from us. To receive our monthly newsletter by email, text DentonAggies to 22828.
www.dentoncountyaggies.com Mission Statement The Denton County Texas A&M Club is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that was created to provide scholarship opportunities to future Aggies in Denton County. The Club develops and promotes activities for Denton County Aggies as well as maintaining the Aggie Network in Denton County and surrounding areas. It maintains open lines of communications and information to all Denton County Aggies. For additional information regarding the Denton County Texas A&M Club, please visit their website at www.dentoncountyaggies.com.
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2017 AGGIE MUSTER "Softly call the Muster, let comrade answer 'Here'..." The Denton County A&M Club is honored to host the most hallowed of Aggie traditions: Muster. Come join us as we honor those Aggies who have passed in the past year. The 2016 Muster was a resounding success! We were privileged to have Dave South, the Voice of the Aggies, give us a captivating and inspirational speech. Dave is a special person and a pillar of Aggieland, and we were lucky to have him. I do believe a good time was had by all! Thanks to all the officers who worked diligently to provide an excellent program. We hope it served its purpose to rekindle old friendships, enabled some 'Good Bull' stories to be told, and provide a special time for reflection during Roll Call. We have a new venue this year! A Denton County local business success story, Witherspoon Distillery expanded and has a beautiful venue where we will host Muster this year. Located next to last year s venue in Old Town Lewisville, we think you ll enjoy this new venue even more than last year s! Our speaker this year is Vince Palasota 89 (see bio next). Dinner will be catered by our own John Cartwright 85 of Cartwright s Ranch House. He and his wonderful family and crew did a commendable job last year. Our silent auction this year will include a framed Ben Knox print of Reveille, Aggie-themed goodie baskets, and other goodies! All Muster proceeds will benefit the students selected as recipients of Denton County A&M Club Scholarships. Dinner tickets may be purchased at DentonCountyAggies.com. You may also RSVP by calling or texting Elliott Beard 05 at 972-215-6296 or emailing muster@dentoncountyaggies.com. Date: Friday, April 21, 2017 Time: Registration and Cash Bar at 5:30pm Dinner at 6:00pm Muster at 7:00pm Place: Witherspoon Distillery 225 S. Charles St Lewisville, TX 75057 Dinner Cost: See website varies by entrée (fancy!) Note: There will be no charge to attend the Muster Ceremony. Muster Volunteers Needed! If you are willing to volunteer, please contact Elliott Beard 05 at (972) 215-6296 or by emailing to muster@dentoncountyaggies.com. BECOME A MUSTER SPONSOR The Muster Committee is dedicated to upholding the ideals and principles shared by all Aggies. Please help Muster remain a tradition in Denton County that will stand the test of time. The following Muster sponsorship levels have been established: Corregidor Level - $1,000 Honored Perpetually Roll Call Level - $500 Honored Perpetually Camaraderie Level - $250 Honored 5 Years Firing Squad Level - $100 Honored 3 Years Candlelight Level - $50 Honored 2 Years Your sponsorship is greatly appreciated. Please make checks payable to Denton County A&M Club, and note Muster Sponsorship on the memo line of your check.
About the 2017 Muster Speaker Vince developed a mission to create profound ways to effectively brand and position products in every market channel. This mission lead to the creation of Med-Pharmex Animal health, where he served as CEO, and eventually to the founding of Cornerstone Animal Health. Outside of Animal Health, Vince has successfully built Incentive companies, sports training facilities, auto dealerships, and several internet marketing companies. Vince Palasota 89 The Denton County A&M Club is proud to present yet another special and unique experience for this year s Muster! Vince Palasota, class of 89, is a serial entrepreneur and is known for successfully building companies and brands in the Animal Health industry for over 25 years. Working with big names like Pfizer, National Sales Management, and Agrilabs, A former member of Jackie Sherrill s 12th Man Kick Off Team, Vince serves on the board of directors for the 12 th Man Kick Off Team Foundation and is active in many charitable organizations. He holds a Bachelors in Ag Economics from Texas A&M and an MBA in Marketing and Finance from The University Of Nebraska Omaha. He and his wife Tammie live in Denton, Texas and have three daughters Madeline, Whitney, and Annie Kay.
Activities You deserve a little fun! Howdy Ags! Your Denton County A&M Club would like to invite you to join us in a number of planned activities and offer your suggestions on additional events that you would enjoy. We are also looking for Event Coordinators and those interested in becoming officers of the club. If you would like to volunteer, contact me at (214) 729-0239 activities@dentoncountyaggies.com. 2017 Calendar of Events Drew Larson 01 Activities Chair Note: The location of each event changes regularly. Join our Facebook group or signup for the newsletter to find us. REOCCURRING Locations TBD Check Website RSVP Required 2nd Fridays, 7-8am Business Round Table SCHEDULED March 25, Saturday April 21, Friday May 6, Saturday October 20, Friday TBD Football Season Football Season Football Season Football Season The Big Event Muster at Witherspoon Distillery in Lewisville 1st Annual North Texas Aggie Domino Invitational Golf Tournament at Tour 18 in Flower Mound Happy Hour Game Watching Parties, football & basketball SEC Championship Celebration Major Fund Raiser You do not have to be a member of the club to attend any of our events. However, some events will offer a discounted price to members of the club. Stay tuned to our website and publicity emails for details of upcoming events. Check out our pictures from past events on the website and there are even some photos in various issues of the Texas Aggie magazine. If you re interested in helping with any activities, please let me know. I look forward to meeting you at our events! Gig em, Drew Larson 01 Activities Chair (214) 729-0239 drewlarson@gmail.com
Denton County A&M Club s Business Roundtable The Denton County A&M Club s Business Roundtable is a venue for all Aggies to come together for the purpose of business and career networking. Featured speakers are used to discuss topics that assist Aggies setup, grow, and manage their businesses. They also help those who are looking to grow their professional skills and find the right resources to do so. If you have a job, bring your business cards. If you need job, bring your resume. If you would like to speak, email to: activities@dentoncountyaggies.com. We meet from 7:00-8:00am on the 2nd Friday of each month. The location moves to accommodate you. Join the Facebook Group or signup for our newsletter to stay in the know. With upmost sincerity, Business Dog Tasty Food. Great Coffee. Good people. Smart idea.
SCHOLARSHIP GOLF CLASSIC When: Friday, October 20th, 2017 Cost: Before Friday, October 13, 2017 Date: Tour 18 $125 per player, $460 per foursome Time: 12:00pm Registration 12:30pm-1:30pm Putting contest After Friday, October 13, 2017 1:40pm Line-up $125 per player, $500 per foursome 2:00pm Shotgun start 6:30 Dinner & live/silent auction
Benefiting Scholarships for Future Denton County Aggies Scholarship Golf Classic Registration Form Where: When: Tour 18 Golf Club Flower Mound, Texas Friday October 20, 2017 Sponsorship Information Company or Individual Name: Contact Name Address City State, Zip Phone Email Please sign me up as a: 12th Man Sponsor - $1,500 Reveille Sponsor - $1,000 Gig em Sponsor - $750 Tee & Hole Sponsor - $200 Howdy! (Beverage Cart) Sponsor- $300 Name of Player(s): 1. 2. 3. 4. For Information, Please Contact: Dale Gibson president@dentoncountyaggies.com (817) 239-4477 2017 Denton County Texas A&M Scholarship Golf Classic Player Registration/Player Fees Players Fees $125 per person or $460 per foursome before Oct. 13th or $125 per person or $500 per foursome after Oct. 13th Name Address City State, Zip Phone Email 12:00 pm Registration Begins Driving Range Opens 12:30-1:30 pm Putting Contest 1:40 pm Lineup 2:00 pm Shotgun Start Four-Man Florida Scramble 6:30 pm Post-Tournament Awards Dinner and Live/Silent Auction All Checks Payable To: 2017 DCTAM Scholarship Golf Classic Mail Checks and Registration Information to: Denton County Texas A&M Scholarship Golf Classic Attn: Denton County Texas A&M Club P.O. Box 293081 Lewisville, TX 75029
Denton County Aggie Mom s Club www.dentoncoaggiemoms.com Denton County Aggie Moms' Club exists to contribute in every way to the morale and welfare of our Aggie students, to encourage them, and to give back to A&M while having fun. We, Denton County Aggie Moms, exist solely to exemplify this purpose. Officially, the Texas A&M Mothers Clubs is an organization with chapters all over the country, formed by and for mothers of A&M students, who strive to support the University's many organizations and needs, financially and otherwise. Family Support: Monthly Meetings - We get information about A&M and its rich traditions, and we share the all about our Ags. We meet new friends at meetings and help support our fund -raisers. Information: We call or e-mail one another for support and send out a monthly newsletter. We send our Aggie families a get well or card of encouragement via emails. Howdy/Potlucks: We welcome new Aggie families in July with BBQ beefs and pot luck; and have a Chili Cook-off/Dessert Bake-off in January inviting all our at home for break Aggies. Aggie Brags & Concerns: We share the ups and downs and support one another both ways - listen or give advice. Aggie Student Support: Our Student Hospitality coordinators remember our Aggies by sending them a birthday card with a $2 bill in it. Money Game: At our monthly meetings, moms donate $1 along with her Ag's name and mailing address for a drawing. For every $5 collected, a name is drawn and that Aggie gets a bonus that month! Scholarships: Denton County Aggie Moms Club raises money to give student organization s scholarships to the Aggies whose mothers are members. Since 1989, DCAM has awarded thousands of dollars worth of individual and group scholarships. In addition, we give at least one student scholarship to Texas A&M and they determine the Denton County student who is deemed appropriate for the scholarship. Boutique: Moms work together to sell Aggie merchandise primarily at the Howdy Party, a few meetings, Christmas and on Parents' weekend, where moms work the booth. Pecan Sales (Fall): Direct fundraising by Moms - all voluntary participation. Items preordered and pre-paid and each mom delivers to her own customers. Silent Auction: Spring event and silent auction benefitting the Denton County Aggie Moms Scholarship fund.
Denton County Demographics 2017 Maroon Out the Burbs! City Aggie Population Aggie % of Denton County Flower Mound 1329 19.97% Lewisville 1003 15.07% Carrollton 997 14.98% Denton 776 11.66% The Colony 358 5.38% Argyle 337 5.06% Little Elm 294 4.42% Roanoke 232 3.49% Highland Village 185 2.78% Corinth 178 2.68% Lantana 125 1.88% Trophy Club 111 1.67% Aubrey 108 1.62% Sanger 89 1.34% Justin 83 1.25% Pilot Point 74 1.11% Lake Dallas 50 0.75% Krum 48 0.72% Cross Roads 36 0.54% Ponder 32 0.48% Savannah 32 0.48% Providence Village 28 0.42% Oak Point 22 0.33% Hickory Creek 21 0.32% Shady Shores 21 0.32% Double Oak 20 0.30% Northlake 15 0.23% Bartonville 14 0.21% Copper Canyon 9 0.14% Keller 9 0.14% Kruegerville 8 0.12% Westlake 6 0.09% Lakewood Village 4 0.06% Total 6654
Bad Idea Good Idea Get involved with your fellow Aggies! 1. Fill out the included membership form (next page) and send it to us, or fill it out online at www.dentoncountyaggies.com. 2. Fill out the included Tom Thumb form and take it with you the next time you shop. It ll link your reward card with this A&M Club and Tom Thumb will give us free money, whoop! 3. Friend us on Facebook at Denton County A&M Club. 4. Connect on LinkedIn at Denton County Aggie Roundtable. 5. Follow us on Twitter @dentoncountyags 6. Pass it back, pay it forward. Many small gifts make a BIG difference.
2017 DENTON COUNTY A&M CLUB MEMBERSHIP *memberships are now good for 12 calendar months! NAME SPOUSE S NAME CLASS CLASS ADDRESS APT CITY ZIP E-MAIL HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE DATE HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US? Pay dues and make purchases on our website at DentonCountyAggies.com 2017 Membership Dues $ ($25/individual or $35/Aggie couple) (**New** $1,000/Life-time membership) Additional Scholarship Donation Website Business Card Ad ($25) Club Emails Ad ($40) Newsletter Ad ($100 business card, $150 double card $250 half-page, $600 full-page) Total Amount Enclosed $ $ $ $ $ Make checks payable to: DENTON COUNTY A&M CLUB P.O. Box 293081 Lewisville, TX 75029 Denton County A&M Club is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Consult a tax professional to see if some of your contributions may be tax-deductible.
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P.O. BOX 293081 LEWISVILLE, TX 75029 Wishing you were here. Sincerely and Gig em, The Denton County Aggies