Caroline Latta Chapter President Howdy! My name is Caroline Latta and I’m a senior Allied Health major from Houston, Texas. I have the honor and privilege of being the President for Best Buddies this school year. I joined Best Buddies when I was a freshman in college and it was the best decision I made. This organization has shaped my college experience and I couldn’t imagine what it would be like without it. I’ve always had a heart for friends with disabilities and that love has grown even more in college. I’ve had two buddies, Ryan and Lydia, but have also become friends with other buddies such as Matthew and they have become some of my best friends! I truly believe that the buddies we have our the best people I know. They are kind and not only a great friend to me but teach me how to become a better friend. I’m so excited to give back to an organization that has given me so much the past couple years!
Andrea Olague Aguilar Social Media Chair Hi!! My name is Andrea Olague and I’m a junior Telecommunications Media studies major from San Antonio, Texas. In a special education class in high school, I had the opportunity to meet the most amazing and loving individuals.This class not only helped me improve my ability to communicate and interact with others, but it also made me increasingly mindful of the various ways in which I can help those around me. Joining Best Buddies my sophomore year of college is the best decision I have made. I love Best Buddies because not only do I meet so many beautiful, enthusiastic, and kind people, but I also love how we treat each other equally and with respect! While giving me so many great memories and experiences and I’m so excited for this upcoming year :)
Susan Bell Vice President Howdy!! My names Susan Bell and I’m a junior psychology major from Fort Worth, Texas. I’ve always had a passion for serving those around me, specifically with the elderly and special needs community. I was involved with the special needs students in high school, and decided to continue this passion into college. I am a firm believer that the special needs community adds so much to all of our lives, as every individual is beautiful and unique! As someone who is very passionate about inclusivity, I feel that Best Buddies promotes diverse experiences and perspectives, while also teaching others to accept individuals of all abilities.
Julia Bruno Co Buddy Coordinator Hi! My name is Julia Bruno and I’m a Sophomore International Studies Major from Austin, Texas! I have always been passionate about promoting inclusivity with the special needs community since elementary school so joining college freshmen year I was really drawn to best buddies!! I love best buddies because it’s an amazing organization where you have a group of people to be there for you no matter what!
Jackson Collins Treasurer My name is Jackson collins. I’m a sophomore Engineer from Tomball, Texas. I joined Best Buddies because I love being able to form new relationships with those around me and seeing the world from different perspectives. I look forward to forming many new friendships as well as continuing past ones over the next year.
Alejandro Ramos Co Buddy Coordinator My name is Alejandro Ramos Jr and I’m a current senior at Texas A&M University majoring in Sociology. I was born in El Paso, Texas but later moved to Houston, Texas to attend high school when I was first introduced to Best Buddies. Throughout high school I loved being involved in best buddies and whenever I heard Texas A&M University had a best buddies organization, I knew I had to join. Best buddies has not only given me the opportunity to establish friendships that’ll last a lifetime but also has also shaped me into becoming an exciting and uplifting individual to those around me. Today I still stay in contact with everyone who’ve I met through best buddies and it’s truly a blessing to see the growth of every person I’ve met though best buddies.
Matthew Philips Buddy Representative Howdy! My name is Matthew, I’m a senior in Aggie Achieve, from Frisco Tx. Something I liked about best buddies is that I made a lot of friends and all the events that we did was so fun! Something I find really cool is me being officer!