Originally delivered on 10/1/2026 12:12 pm

SUBJECT: OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER

The Original Aggie Moms' Club

OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER

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PRESIDENT'S PASSBACK

If your calendar is filling up with maroon and white, you're not alone! October brings an exciting lineup of tailgates, watch parties, special events, fundraisers, and opportunities to connect with fellow Aggie Moms.

Whether you're ordering a Fall Goody Bag, supporting one of our fundraisers, or joining us to cheer on the Aggies, we hope you'll take advantage of everything our club has planned this month. There's something for everyone, so grab your Aggie gear and join the fun!

As always, be sure to visit our website often for updates and event details. We can't wait to see you this month!

Thanks and Gig ’em!
Amanda Melton '00
DCAM President 2026-2027

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Introducing Andy Villagomez

Andy is making history in his family as a first-generation college student and the very first Aggie. This milestone makes his journey to Texas A&M University especially meaningful, and his family could not be more proud.

Andy is currently studying Kinesiology at Texas A&M University and has already begun making the most of his Aggieland experience as he works toward his goal of becoming a dentist. Known for his outgoing personality and adventurous spirit, he enjoys singing, shopping, traveling, working out, and spending time with friends! Gig 'em Andy!👍

Who's Ready for Football?

We host watch parties around town for away games - ALL are welcome! We also provide tailgates and tickets for home games so keep an eye on our CALENDAR for details!

October 3 Arkansas
October 10 @ Mizzou The Thirsty Lion 11am
October 17 Citadel
October 24 @ Alabama A&M Engineering Academy
October 31 ~ BYE ~
November 7 @ S.C. Watch Party TBD
November 14 Tennessee
November 21 @ OU Watch Party A&M Agrilife 11am
November 27 (Friday) t.u. Watch Party River Pig Saloon

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Don't Forget Our Tailgates!

Join us for an unforgettable tailgating experience! Enjoy delicious food, games, and good company. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to tailgating, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends and family together for a day full of fun and Aggie magic!

Tailgating at the Truck Yard

The Aggies may have taken the loss, but we still know how to win at tailgating! We had a wonderful time at Truck Yard enjoying good food, great company, and the unmistakable spirit of the 12th man.

BBQ, Bingo & New Aggie Friends

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our BBQ & Bingo Night! It was a wonderful evening filled with great food, plenty of laughter, and the chance to connect with both familiar faces and new Aggie Moms. We especially enjoyed welcoming our newest members and sharing what makes the Aggie Mom community so special.

We hope you'll continue to stay connected by joining us at our October meeting, upcoming watch parties, and other club events throughout the fall. We can't wait to see you again soon!

Gig 'em! ❤️👍

Our book club is open to any DCAM member. Please join us on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Location and times are posted on the calendar HERE so check often because it's a fabulous group!

Upcoming 2026 books and dates are:

Wednesday, October 28
Code Name Hélène by Ariel Lawhon

Wednesday, December 2
Twice by Mitch Albom
*Annual potluck dinner and book exchange event.

Book Club Group Text

Everyone is welcome to join our DCAM Book Club group text. It is through WhatsApp. Click on link below to join!!

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DCAM Book Club attended the Richardson Reads One Book author lecture and reception on September 15. The Trouble with Heroes by Kate Messner was the featured book and author.

DCAM Book Club attended the Richardson Reads One Book author luncheon on Wednesday, September 16 at the Eisemann Center. Richardson Assistant Fire Chief Gene Senter interviewed author Kate Messner at the 2026 luncheon.

Kate Messner discussed her book "The Trouble with Heroes" and how she landed on the topic. The book is written primarily in poetic verse as multimodal novel. She also discussed some of her upcoming books including "Keep the Ghost Light On".

DCAM Book Club met in September for a discussion of the ninth book of the year: The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand. Mixed reviews of this read. Some enjoyed the book and others will pass on the sequel. Hilderbrand wrote this book with her daughter and it is, apparently, different than her other books. We did have a discussion about privilege in Boarding Schools and the advantages of various types of education.

Join us Wednesday, October 28 (Central Market Preston/Royal) at 7pm when our book will be: Code Name Hélène by Ariel Lawhon. A full list of books for the new year can be found on the DCAM website. The book club is a social branch of DCAM.

Ring of Honor Moms is for those of us who no longer have a student attending A&M but wish to remain a member of the Club, keep up with Aggie activities, and continue to visit with the friends we made through our years in DCAM.

There are no officers or extra dues. Ring of Honor Moms meet quarterly to share a meal, laugh, and socialize. Our paths may not have crossed at the same time, but we still have something in common: we put students through Texas A&M, we are proud of them, and we still support Aggies!

To be a Ring of Honor Mom, your Aggie must have graduated and you must be a current paid Ring of Honor member of DCAM Club. For more information, email DCAMRingofHonor@aggiemoms.org

Ring of Honor Moms

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We have a few more openings for our 2026-2027 DCAM Board and we're thrilled to expand our sisterhood with YOU!

ALL volunteers are welcome - so feel free to share any strengths or special interests you have because we will find a spot for you! A few of the openings involve party planning, crafting, fundraising, and promotions - all to support each other and our Aggies. If none of these pique your interest, we'll create something that does! The best part is: all positions include a village of moms to help and new friendships to make so don't be shy, let us get to know you!

Thanks and Gig ‘em DCAM!

2026-2027

EXECUTIVE BOARD

PRESIDENT - AMANDA MELTON

PRESIDENT ELECT - NICOLE LAIDLAW

VP at LARGE - JULIA MONROE

VP MEMBERSHIP - VERONICA PULIDO

VP BOUTIQUE - NATHALIE TORABI

VP FUNDRAISING - SPRING - OPEN

VP COMMUNICATIONS - CONNI MOREY

TREASURER - ANGELA HANKS

SECRETARY - BRENDA SALDAÑA

HISTORIAN - OPEN

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COMMITTEE CHAIRS

AGGIE MOM CONNECTING
SUZETTE POTVIN & KIM WILSON

BIG EVENT
LORI POLLOCK

BOOK CLUB
SUSAN MANDELL

BOUTIQUE
OPEN

FEDERATION REP
LORI POLLOCK

FOUNDER'S DAY

CONNECTING COMMITTEE

GOODY BAGS
JENNIFER McKELVEY & VIRGINIA SIMMS

HOSPITALITY
OPEN

HOWDY GREETER
ROBYN WILEY

HOWDY WELCOME EVENT
HOWDY COMMITTEE

HOWDY HOLIDAY MARKET
CAROL BARKE

PARLIAMENTARIAN
CAROL BARKE

PHOTOGRAPHER
SUSAN MANDELL & JENNIFER BELL

PROFIT SHARE
OPEN

RING OF HONOR
PEGGY NOLAN

SCHOLARSHIPS
SARA CASNER

SILENT AUCTION
OPEN

SOCIAL MEDIA
LISA RICHARD

WEBMASTER
KIM WILSON

General Meetings

3rd Thursdays during the school year at 7:00 p.m. (social time with refreshments starts at 6:30pm)

Location: OGDEN HALL (North Side) 503 N Central Expy, Richardson 75080

Thursday, October 15th 6:30pm

Thursday, November 19th 6:30pm

DECEMBER MEETING/SOCIAL TBD

Thursday, January 21st 6:30pm

Thursday, February 18th 6:30pm

Thursday, March 4th 6:30pm

Thursday, April 15th 6:30pm

MAY MEETING/SOCIAL TBD

*Dates and Locations are subject to change. Please refer to our calendar HERE for most current information.

Federation Information

Federation Emblem

Any event sponsored through The Federation of Texas A&M University Mothers' Club will have this emblem beside the listing. The Federation is the umbrella group over all the individual clubs. These events are open to members of all the different Aggie Moms' Clubs.

The Federation and each individual Aggie Moms’ Club, from the largest with over 300 members to the smallest with only 5 members, share a common goal: To band together to do whatever is necessary to benefit the students at Texas A&M University. Each of the mothers also benefits in the process by sharing a camaraderie that cannot be found elsewhere. An Aggie Moms’ Club meeting is a nurturing place to share the successes and setbacks of a child’s college career with others who have had the same experiences.

In addition to awarding scholarships to individual students, A&M Mothers’ Clubs serve Texas A&M University by financially supporting campus organizations. The Aggie Band, the Corps of Cadets, the Endowment Fund for Sterling C. Evans Library, Fish, Transfer and S.A.L.T. Camps, Peer Orientation Conferences, CARPOOL, and over 1000 other Student Organizations receive financial support each year from Aggie Moms’ Clubs.

For more information about the Federation, please go to their website:

https://aggiemoms.org/

Federation Meetings

The Federation hosts district meetings throughout the year. District Meetings are a great opportunity to meet moms from neighboring clubs, exchange ideas, build relationships, and strengthen the Aggie Mom network across our communities. Check out the meeting calendar here.