Howdy y'all! My name is Kylie Catchings and I am from a suburb right outside of Houston called Spring, TX. I was born and raised around the city and in highly populated areas with traffic around 5 to 6pm everyday. I also graduated from a four story high school with nearly seven hundred in my graduating class! I know my animal experience growing up can not compete with others who raised animals all their life or were raised on a farm, but animals have always been where my passion lies. I did raise animals in my school's FFA program such as goats, rabbits, turkeys, chickens, and a few plants for horticulture. These experiences all lead me to Texas A&M University where I am an Animal Science major about to apply to vet school this upcoming cycle. Although I have not been an officer for AWBC before, I believe that my life experiences and my personality are just enough to be a great leader and officer for the upcoming semesters! I was an officer of my high school FFA chapter for a few, but I know my leadership skills have improved since then due to completing several summer internships where many leadership characteristics are needed to run a business successfully. I love communicating with others which is a big aspect of being leader. I also think a leader and an officer of AWBC should be supportive, humble, motivated, responsible, demonstrate Aggie honor, and be passionate about animal welfare. My history with the club is that I have been in the club for several semesters since 2022. I think it is time for me to join to the officer team to take the experiences and skills I have to continue to promote animal welfare within the club!

I'm Anthony Greenwood, current member of the AWBC Financial Committee, and I'm running for either re-election to the position, or instead to act as the club's treasurer. I'm an animal science major, focusing on production/industry, so that might help explain why I'm focusing on the positions that will have me handling finances. Truth be told, I'm not much of an ideas guy, which is something I figured out this year as an officer; put a problem in front of me, particularly one with numbers, however, and I'll do everything in my power to solve it. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I might be starting to enjoy using spreadsheets. I joined the AWBC because I love how close everyone in the club is, and because I want nothing more in the world than to provide a safe environment for all creatures on the planet. Except maybe mosquitoes. I want to channel my passion for that into an organization and meet other like-minded people.

Howdy!! My name is Romina Herbsommer and I am from Allen, TX. I am currently a sophomore animal science major, hoping to go into animal rehabilitation or research with a focus on animal welfare and/or small animals in the future. I am running for one of the public relations officer positions. I would be running our social media and/or website to promote the club, recruit, and retain members! I believe I am a good fit for the job, as I have experience in both website design and social media management, with a knack for design and aesthetics. Not to mention my skill in public speaking for tabling events, etc!

Howdy! My name is Karmin I'm from Houston Tx, I'm a sophomore majoring in animal science, hoping to go to vet school. I love all animals but especially cattle. During my free time I like hanging out with friends, spending time with my family and I enjoy going to concerts. I'm running for a position as one of the public relations officers for this upcoming semester. I've had previews leadership experience in high school I was in charge of communicating and scheduling with other organizations. I joined AWBC because I love and care for animals. Also because I support the purpose and message behind it.

Howdy, I’m Mia LeBoeuf! I’m originally from Southern Louisiana, but I moved to Texas roughly 13 years ago, and have been here ever since. I’m a junior Animal Science major, and this will be my fourth year in AWBC. I originally joined AWBC because I was looking for a smaller close knit club, and I found just that with AWBC. I loved how they welcomed me in, and shared the same passion for animals as I did. This year, I am running for vice president, treasurer, secretary, public relations, and finance committee. I believe I am qualified for any of the officer positions listed as I am dedicated, dependable, and self-disciplined. I also have previous experience in finances and public relations, but I am willing to expand my skills and develop new ones. I would love to be your officer for another year, and I can’t wait to get to know y’all more!

Howdy yall! My name is Isabela Lewellen, but I also go by Izzy. I am currently classified as a senior but I am staying another year to continue taking more courses prior to vet school. I currently live and commute from Brenham, Tx! When it comes to animal experience, I have a very diverse background. I have worked at multiple dog rescues, equine facilities as well as worked with Reptiles. I currently own and have a herd of sixteen horses! As well has own 5 dogs, all of which are rescues! I also have and own snakes(I know a bit strange). But I have a passion for all animals whether they are furry, feathered or scaled. When it comes to leadership experience I run my own business breeding and selling horses, I have helped to rescue and rehome over two hundred dogs and I have been involved with various clubs and organizations. The reason I joined AWBC was to meet others who have the same passion and interests as me and gain more hands on skills and learning. This club has been such a great experience and I hope you choose to elect me as a representative for AWBC. Thank yall!!!

Howdy! My name is Kaitlyn Vo, and I am from Pflugerville, Texas. I am a sophomore Psychology student, but when I first started my time at A&M, I was originally an animal science major. Despite this change, I still strive to incorporate animals into my life! The position that I am running for is club president, and I believe that I am qualified for this position thanks to my previous experience as a Public Relations officer. Through my previous experience as a club officer, I have an understanding of what it takes to run the club from behind the scenes. This includes working with the officers to come up with ideas for meetings and socials, communicating with club members, and running the club’s website! I also believe that my passion for animal welfare contributes to being qualified for this position. I am on the university’s Animal Welfare Judging team, and I was part of the subdivision team that placed first in one of our assessments. Furthermore, I continue to incorporate animal welfare in my studies both inside and outside of the classroom! When I am not busy with school and officer activities, I like to spend my time doing arts and crafts, in the kitchen making desserts, or playing video games!

My name is Valeria Acuna and I am from Irving, Texas. Currently I am a sophomore with a major in animal science and double minor in business and japanese. I am excited to announce my candidacy for multiple positions within the Animal Welfare and Behavior Club for the 2024-2025 term. Whether for Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, or a member of the Finance Committee, I am ready to leverage my skills and experience to enhance our organization. As Vice President, I'll ensure our goals are exceeded through strategic leadership and collaboration. As Secretary, I'll prioritize effective communication and organization to drive success. If entrusted with Treasurer or Finance Committee roles, I'll manage our finances diligently and with a collaborative spirit. With your support, I aim to make a meaningful impact for our members.

Howdy! My name is Mayela Alvarado, I am a sophomore animal science major from Houston, TX with the interest of going into Veterinary school and work with small/mixed animals. I have worked with small animals for about 3 years now as a certified vet assistant which I love and have slowly been getting experience with large animals and exotics thanks to amazing opportunities such as school and this organization! I worked at the poultry farm last year in research, which was pretty interesting, and volunteered for the polo team last summer! As for leadership, I currently work as a Resident Advisor on campus where I help incoming freshmen get accommodated to this wonderful University. As I am in this role, I feel as if I can fit any position that may come my way. I work with a team, and we work with a budget together, I am in charge of running the social media page, and I create different programs and events that my residents may be interested in while forming a community. I would love to be apart of growing AWBC's community and finding opportunities for everyone to gain experience in their fields on interests.

Howdy! My name is Kylee Taylor and I'm from Laredo, TX. I am currently a sophomore majoring in Animal Science, in hopes of becoming a wildlife/exotic veterinarian. Back home I am a veterinary technician at a small animal/ exotic clinic, where I gain more animal experience and people skills daily. As for leadership experience, I was the student council treasurer and a volleyball team captain throughout my years in high school. I had first heard about the AWBC during my freshman year of college at the MSC open house and was immediately drawn to this club. In my mind at the time was, "If I want to become a veterinarian one day, how would I be able to apply animal welfare to it?" So I immediately joined after that and got to experience the close-knit group and unforgettable volunteering/ events. Therefore, the positions I'm running for are all the positions except president since I haven't had the opportunity to be an officer before. As I'm saying this, I believe I'm qualified for this because I'm an understanding, respectful, outgoing, and a well rounded person that will do anything to make this club a fun and educational experience for members and future members to want to be a part of.