D-Staff
Sydney Hilton
Howdy! My name is Sydney Hilton, and I will be serving as the Head Director for FAST 2022! Woo hoo! Just to tell you a little bit about myself, I am currently a Junior Community Health from major from Cypress, Texas. I absolutely love spending time with my family and pets whenever I possibly can. Fun fact: We have a pet potbelly pig named Lileigh! Some of my most favorite things are watching the Bachelorette, HGTV, Big Brother and the Hallmark Channel. Spending time outside, traveling, sweet tea, Christmas time and country music are some other little things that make me unreasonably happy. I also enjoy spending time with my friends, and FAST will bring you some of the best ones you will ever have. FAST truly helped me grow as a person, gave me people I know I will have by my side for the rest of my life and allowed me to greatly develop in my social and leadership skills more than I ever thought imaginable. I love FAST so much, and I am so excited to be one of your directors this year, meet all of you and help you have an even greater freshman year than I had!
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Joey Sandlin
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My name is Joey Sandlin and I’ll be serving as the Human Resources Director for FAST 22 this year. I couldn’t be more excited to spend a third year in this organization and try to make this year even more wonderful than the last two! I am a Sports Management major from Anchorage, Alaska but I mostly grew up in Atascocita, Texas, which is a dope little suburb on the northeast side of Houston. H-TINE, 713 to the 281!! Some of my favorite things include Gumby's pizza rolls, Game of Thrones, Star Wars, pretty much any kind of music in the world, and the 2017 World Champion Houston Astros. Coming into college out of high school, I was really intimidated by the task of finding something new to belong to, but finding FAST immediately helped me find my place and my people. FAST truly gave me a family to belong to on campus and provided me an opportunity to develop an even stronger passion for Texas A&M and all of our traditions. I'm so excited for all of you in FAST22 to experience the family that FAST creates and meet all of your new best friends, and I can't wait to serve as one of your directors this year. It’s such a privilege to get to see your 15 counselors work so hard to prepare for y’all’s freshman year, and I’m psyched for y’all to meet them and get to know them while we all work to make this the best first year of college you could imagine!
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Sarah Pettengill
Hey baby! How’s it goin? My name is Sarah Pettengill and I am a Junior Communication major with a Business minor from Katy, Texas. This year I have the pleasure of serving as your Internal Relations Director and I am so excited to watch all of yall move and grow throughout freshman year. Some of my favorite things are listening to music, laughing at funny or not funny jokes, my cat Gabe (named after a FAST legend) and spicy chicken strips dipped in ranch from Chick-fil-A. I also thoroughly enjoy watching all parts of the Bachelor franchise so please come chat with me about it!! I am so excited to meet all you sweet babies and show you how awesome FAST is!!
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Fili Banda
Howdy! My name is Fili Banda and I am a Junior Accounting major from Laredo, Texas. But more importantly, I am the loudest and proudest member of the Fighting Texas Aggie Class of 2020, WHOOP! I will be serving as the Finance Director for this upcoming year! I enjoy wrecking Garrett in dominoes and benching more than Jush, Matthew, and JC combined. I do have flaws though, what are they? I sing in the shower, sometimes I spend too much time volunteering, and occasionally I'll hit someone with my car. In all seriousness, the past two years in FAST have been amazing and I have made some life-long friends and amazing memories along the way. FAST is family, and family is forever!
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Staff
JC Lozano
Hey there, ho there, hi there! My name is Juan Carlos Lozano Zauner Benavidez Azcarrraga Rodriguez Frank de la Garza (JC) and I’m a sophomore accounting major from McAllen, Texas, but more importantly I am the loudest and proudest member of the Fighting Texas Aggie Class of 2021 “A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A-A?” I’m 20 and I never learned how to count. I have an inability to take a regular picture alone hence what you see above, lover of Psych, Brooklyn 99, and picking things up repeatedly and then putting them back down to get better at picking things up. Some may even consider me a professional gravity fighter. FAST was the best part of my freshman year, I met people who I consider my family. Together lets make this year BEAST as heck*!
*the hecking fun will only be hecking if YOU provide said hecking
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Andrew Wuensch
howD folks, My name is Andrew Wuensch (winch) and I’m an Industrial Distribution major from New Braunfels, Texas. But more importantly I am the loudest n proudest member of the fightin’ Texas Aggie class of ‘21. Some of my favorite pastimes include fishing, ofo speed racing, hangin with friends, and trying to find SOMEwhere to park on campus. I love talking about and sharing all kinds of music so if you know any bops, lmk. If you wanna have the year of your life, and at the same time meet some of your best friends, apply FAST!!
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Will Dietlein
Hey there my name is Will Dietlein and I am a class agent for FAST 22’. I’m a sophomore Biomedical Sciences major from Georgetown, Texas. I enjoy long walks on the beach and hanging with my pals. I like all watches but only white ones and only G-Shocks. If you spend more than 7 dollars on something makes sure it’s worth it. Everything in life is mental so make sure you don’t mess up. I prefer to converse with people who have 5 toes on each foot. I aspire to be a medical professional and help save lives. Something that you should know is that you know nothing. My favorite person is Mitchell Marciano Gay. Here for a good time, not a long time.
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Maddie Feik
Howdy! My name is Madilyn Lorraine Feik (not Madison) and I will be a class agent for FAST 22! I am a biomedical science major from Cypress, Texas, more specifically a large school named Cypress Woods where 15.789474% of our staff hails from. I’m happiest stargazing and contemplating life in the late hours, drinking coffee, listening to alternative music, and wearing fancy slippers. I didn’t lose my last tooth until freshman year of high school, I love wiener dogs, and I never get tired of discussing the ending of Lost. I’m left handed but I use scissors with my right hand. FAST let me meet some of the coolest people at A&M, helped me grow as a person, and gave me an unforgettable freshman year. We can’t wait to meet you, FAST 22!
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Garrett Rigdon
Howdy, my name is Garrett "Jiggy" "Big Rig" "Big Nasty" "Garebear" Rigdon. I am a Political Science major from Denton, TX (D-town Diggity down), however, more importantly, I am a member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2021 (Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye HIT IT). Throughout the year my partner Maggie and I will be enhancing everything relating to FAST. I am a multifaceted man, with skills in not hearing people say my name and making odd grunting noises instead of speaking. Also, I can cook just about anything including roadkill. I prefer to illuminate my household with natural lighting instead of that fake bulb stuff, and also I will square up FASTer than a hot pancake at any bug that flies. Welcome to the family, and always remember, we are your new favorite people in the world.
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Demetra Meletis
greetings young ones. my name is demetra meletis (muh-lettuce), petri and detritus are acceptable as well. i am a sophomore biomedical science major from southlake, texas. a few things i enjoy are gossip girl, getting lost almost anywhere i go, being outside in 68 degree temperatures, and talking to the squirrels on campus. i take pride in being the most redass member of staff, as you will soon see as well. becoming a part of fast was the best decision i ever made and i wouldn’t be the person i am today if it weren’t for an incredible organization like this one.
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Elie Bowles
Howdyyy!! It’s me. Elie B! The B stands for Bowles. But I don’t like Bowles, just B, because everyone seems to want to pronounce it as “bowels”, #yuck. So, to prevent any confusion, you can just call me Elie Soup Bowles, ya know, cause like you eat soup from a bowl??? Anyways… that’s what the real ones call me. I’m a sophomore Biomedical Sciences major and Art minor from Lake Jackson, TX, but more importantly I am THE loudest and THE proudest member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2021!!!!!!! A-A-A-A-A!!! Cool. Now that we’ve got that out of the way, it’s time to get down to the nitty gritty. Some of the things that you can almost always find me doing or talking about are drinking coffee, going for a run, watching/quoting movies (Star Wars and Nacho Libre are my all-time faves), hiking, performing random acts of dancing in all sorts of places to all sorts of music, watching vine compilations, or eating/thinking about eating breakfast food. So, yeah these were some fun facts, but by far the most important thing you should know about me is how dang excited I am to be on FAST staff and get to help create a family between 54 new Aggie freshmen!! I owe everything I am and everything I have to FAST, and it is a true privilege to get to serve the FTAC of 2022!! If you’ve made it this far in my bio, you should apply for FAST and accept the metaphorical gold star I have decided to award you with. That’s all folks, I’ll see you cats on the flip flop L8RRRR!!!
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Kelsie Vicencio
Howdy earthlings. My name is Kelsie, but I like it when people call me kels. I’m from Clear Lake, Texas and am majoring in the prestigious study of “idk bro.” I love alternative music, throwing up the peace sign more often than I should, taking naps when I am supposed to be doing something productive, and most of all, cats. I enjoy all things pasta and dying my hair a new color every week. I am also the proud leader of the avocado h8r’s club, where all who fear this awful food can cry together. If you’re looking for a super dope organization where you can get the best freshman year experience imaginable, then you’ve stumbled across the right website. FAST has given me some of my best friends and so many unforgettable memories that have changed my life for the better! I’m super pumped to be your counselor and help y’all have this incredible experience. Pineapple belongs on pizza, so apply for FAST.
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Josh Williams
Hey, hi, bonjour, howdy! My name is Joshua Williams (not Dylan’s Mom) and I am sophomore Biomedical Sciences major from Richmond, Texas, but more importantly I am the loudest and the proudest member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of ’21! In the 19 years of my life, I have never been to an Arby’s or anywhere out of the country. My favorite past-times include climbing giant rocks, watching re-runs of Parts Unknown, and losing my voice at any Aggie sporting event. I have a passion for the outdoors, Whataburger, and helping other people. FAST completely changed my freshmen year in ways I never imagined, and I now consider my fellow members some of my best friends. To our new members out there, we cannot wait to meet you guys!
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Matthew Lovett
A wise man once said. “Ravioli Ravioli, give me the formuoli.” Howdy, my name is Matthew Lovett and I’m a sophomore business major from Cypress, TX. Fun fact, I’m the biggest Astros fan you will ever meet #stroswin. I love all things sports and I’m always down to watch a sportsball game. Here’s a little poem I wrote for your viewing pleasure.
Roses are red,
Violets aren’t purple.
I now realize nothing rhymes with purple
This poem sucked :’(
As you can see, I have an art for rapping and will one day be bigger than Kanye West. If that wasn’t impressive enough, I’m also a black belt in Dad Jokes, I can cook a very good bowl of cereal, and I can sit for hours just listening to music and procrastinating. Most importantly, I can cook minute rice in 52 seconds. This multitude of talents have all came with the help of my amazing friends in FAST. I can’t imagine my life without this organization and I can promise you that joining FAST will be the best decision you have ever made. Shake and bake!
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Maggie Glenn
Howdy ya hooligans!!! My name is Maggie Glenn, and I am an allied health major from Weatherford, Tx yuuuhhh. I am currently cruising through life as a 5’2” ball of excitement hehehe!! Catch me ballin’ out on the dance floor or laughing at something dumb and irrelevant. Couple quick things, Outside>Inside, Mountains>Beach, Laynes>Canes, Sunrise>Sunset, Khalid>basically anyone else, and FAST=Lyfe (frat snaps). I luv 2 sing so ask me to hit to high note. I would also like to preface, I will probably get a sunburn everywhere I go so get ready. On anotha note, joining this organization is probably one of the most rewarding, and beneficial decisions of your time here at Aggieland!!! I am who I am today because of the amazing people I am surrounded by. Trying to explain what FAST means today would take up the rest of Microsoft Word sooooo just join this FLO boyysss & gurlllls!
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Emily Vollmar
Alexa, play year 3000 by the Jonas brothers, cuz FAST22 boutta go off.
Oh hey, didn’t see ya there, but welcome to my crib! My name is Emily, but you can call me Emdog millionaire. This is the place where I tell you that I hail from the great city of Chicago. Yes, the same streets that produced Chance the Rapper and Kanye West. Two of my closest friends actually! Let’s move on to the living room where I can tell you that I’m a happy gal who very much enjoys some sunny weather, deep dish pizza, the cubs (fly the W), loudly singing in my car, and riding my sweet ole bike. From here, we’ll move on over to the study where I’ll tell you all about how I love being the most ~redass~ aggie here at Texas A&M. Hah gig em bby. On to the bedroom. This is where I do my thinkin. Lots of thinkin about how much I love FAST and how much this organization has impacted me and given me the bestest friends that Aggie land has to offer. I also do some music-listenin in here. Mostly edgy or alternative stuff, some Blink 182, Hippo Campus, Cage the Elephant, COIN, and even some Turnpike Troubadours. Well folks, that’s all I got. Spry this tour was kinda FAST, but I hope you liked my crib. Come back soon!
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McKenzie Jones
Howdy hey!! My name is McKenzie Jones and I hail from Dallas, TX- yes Dallas Dallas. I am a Biomedical Engineering major, ha 25 by 25 am I rite? My friends say I’m quirky, cute, and that I am a horrible singer. I would truly agree with that. If you play your cards right I might belt ‘Higher’ by Rihanna to you in my car, Jackie, a riveting experience for sure. I am a big advocate for day time ice cream eating, I enjoy picking the ‘tiny hat card’ in Cards Against Humanity, listening to vinyls, and placing fake succulents on my refrigerator. BUT my most favorite thing of all is FAST! I came to TAMU my freshmen year inside of my shell, and the incredible people I met in FAST brought me to break that shell and become my best self. I CAN NOT wait to meet you FAST ’22 and am so excited for all of our adventures this next year! WOHOOO FAST!
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Lynsey Creeger
Hey, hi, howdy, G’day? My name is Lynsey Creeger, sometimes called Leslie, Leslie Krueger, Linesy, Creeger, creegs, commie, communist and a variety of other nicknames so feel free to call me anything listed above. I’m a sophomore mechanical engineering major who has grown up all over but I’ve spent majority of my life in Perth Australia. The great land down under. Sometimes I say words weirdly and I have an mix of an Australian/ American accent so get me talking about anything Australian and it will come out. I have been diagnosed with serious FOMO and will do most anything to be at everything. I’m also a bit weird but hey who ever liked normal. My hobbies are breakFAST, lunch and dinner, but for real though I love food. Also a big fan of dogs, all music, Harry Potter, marvel, all things Australia, A&M and FAST! Applying to FAST was the best decision I made last year and it can be yours! You too can be a sophomore in a freshmen organisation! Legit apply FAST I’ve made my best friends here. You too can become one of my mates. Ts and Gs
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James Schwartz
Howdy!
My name is James Schwartz! I am a sophomore business major reppin from the great city of Fort Worth, TX. Some things that I enjoy include, but are not limited to: wearing my hats really high up on my head and backwards facing, Charleston Chews, and having conversations with complete strangers. My goal in life is to one day own a wind farm, drive a 1998 Dodge Ram 3500 and wear a cowboy hat... but we'll see if I ever get there! For now I'll just stick to A&M and my trusty Suub.
SO, clearly you came to this page for a reason! And clearly you have read about how amazing our staff members are in all of their bios above this ^ so there is only one thing left to do... APPLY FAST! I could honestly write a book on all of the reasons why I love this organization and what it means to me, but I'll keep it simple - FAST completely changed my freshman year experience by giving me amazing memories, community leadership skills, and life long friends.
I found my family within this organization, and I promise that you will too!!
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APPLY FAST, you won't regret it!
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