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The Battalion

About This Organization

Abbreviation(s):
The Batt
Purpose:
Serve the university community by accurately and fairly reporting on events and issues of interest to readers of The Battalion. Trains students in journalism by setting high standards and providing the resources and guidance necessary to reach those standards. Provides publishing opportunities for various content forms, and created content belongs to students and can be used for portfolios.
Year Founded:
1893
Membership Dues:
No dues
Admits Members:
All year
Meeting Locations:
Memorial Student Center

Public Contact Information

Public Contact Name:
Spencer O'Daniel
Public Contact E-mail Address:
scodaniel11@tamu.edu
Public Contact Phone Number:
316-390-0144

Group Contact Information

Organization Web Site:
http://thebatt.com
Organization E-mail Address:
editor@thebatt.com

Organization Associations

Academic Department:
General (No College)
Non-Academic Department:
Department of Student Life

Membership

Approximate membership of the organization:
51-100
Membership policies:
  • Our organization accepts undergraduate students as members
  • Our organization accepts graduate students as members
  • Our organization membership will be required to meet specific GPR requirements
Weekly time committment required of organization members:
5-10 Hours
Membership intake process:
Application/Interview

Events

Community Service Projects:
Never
Fundraising Events:
Three or more times per semester
Speakers/Lectures:
Twice per semester
On-Campus Social Events:
Never
Off-Campus Social Events:
Never
Hosting Conferences:
Once per year
Sponsoring Special Events (Concerts, one-time events, etc.):
Never
New Member Orientation/Training:
Twice per semester
Events with Alcohol:
Never
In-State Travel:
Once per semester
Domestic US Travel:
Once per year
International Travel:
Never