b'CADET SPOTLIGHTGriffin Shimkus 22By Bec Morris 23D uringhislife,longtime Aggiepoliticalsciencepro-fessorandBronzeStarrecipi-ent Dr. Bill Anthony 71 planned a Sul Ross Scholarship in honor of close friends Sallye 72 and Lt. Col. Donald Buck Henderson 62. His current scholarship recipient, Com-pany L-1 senior Griffin Shimkus 22, is following in his and Bucks mili-tary footsteps by serving in the U.S. Army Reserves while earning his economics degree. What drew you to the military, and what have you learned? I have a drive to serve and give more than I take. I also admire how the militarys organization allows indi-vidual soldiers to make big changes in the world. Ive led platoons of upmember of the Corps, having allthe financial aspect of college has to 50 people, which taught me lead- of the cadets in Academic Plazaallowed me to focus on my studies ership skills and how to managetosolemnlysupportourfallenand my development in the Corps. stressful situations while maintain- Aggies and their families means aI feel blessed and proud to be the ing positive interactions with otherlot to me. recipient of this scholarship, which service members. rewards leadership, education and What are your passionsphysical excellence. Im using every How has the Corpsand hobbies off theopportunity presented to succeed developed youras a professional and as a member Quad?of the U.S. Army Reserves to fur-professional skills?OutsideoftheCorps,mylifether honor Dr. Anthony and the Ive gained leadership experiencerevolves around the outdoors andHendersons.and established a very disciplinedstayingactive.Ienjoybeingin routine. We also engage in careernature with animals and wildlife. readiness work regarding resumes,I also recently co-founded a finan- To learn more about planning interviewskillsandeventhingscial education company, RS Finan- a gift to support your future likediningetiquette.Allofthiscial (rsfinancial.llc), and have beenAggie family, contact Angela has helped me develop into a well- working to grow its success. rounded professional. Throne 03:How have scholarships What is your favoriteaided your education?979.845.8161Aggie tradition?ScholarshipsfromTexasA&M The most meaningful tradition todonors and the Army have beenplannedgiving@txamfoundation.comme is Silver Taps. Especially as avery beneficial. Not worrying about 12 | TEXAS A&M FOUNDATION|OFFICE OF PLANNED GIVING'