F.A.S.T.
DIRECTORS
clay rash
Macey Knobloch
adrianna altstaetter
Gabriel lombardo
fili banda
mitchell gay
Aaron ferrari
"We will, we will, rock you.” -Queen. It's about that time, and I hope that you are ready because we are going to freaking rock you. My name is Clay Michael Rash, and I am a Junior Accounting Major from the backwoods, aka Longview. As this man, I casually enjoy, hanging out with the guys at the greatest house ever, towing some bones down to reach 42, and taking my motorcycle for some joy rides. I am an avid supporter of riding bikes on campus, crockpots, and listening to some good music. Now let me tell you about FAST…. now that’s a quality acquisition right there. Imagine a world where you can grow in your leadership capability. Imagine a world where you can meet 53 best friends that you can call a family. Imagine a world where your life is enhanced by your organization. Now stop imagining. This world is right in front of you. It’s called FAST. And you know what I always say… If you ain’t FAST you're LAST. This organization completely changed my life, I am externally excited to serve as your Head Director this year. I cannot tell you how much this organization has done for me, and how the relationships you make in Fast will last forever. I’m beyond excited to meet all of you, and introduce you to our perfect 15 counselors, and give you an even better experience than I could have ever imagined.
Howdy! My name is Macey Knobloch and I am going to be your Internal RelationsDirector for FAST21! YAYYY!! Just a little bit about me…I am a Junior Communication major and double minor in Human Resources and Italian from Clear Lake, Texas. I love getting sensi over a good Romance movie, or listening to folk and alt music in my room with my Christmas lights on. One day I will go to Italy and it will be grand. One of my fav things to do is making my brain hurt
over a good conspiracy theory, so if ya have one hmu. I prefer anti-jokes to real jokes, and sweet&sour candy to chocolate. I hate the smell of oranges, and when a professor does not erase the entire white board completely. I am an avid chit chatter, and I love surrounding myself 24/7 with the friends I have made here at A&M! FAST has easily become my home away from home.
It has changed my life completely, and I cannot wait for it to change yours!!
Howdy my name is Adrianna Altstaetter and I'll be serving as the Human Resources Director for FAST 21 and I couldn’t be more excited! I'm a Junior Education major from Arlington, Texas which is pretty cool, but College Station is my happy place. I hope to teach upper level elementary because I need to have somewhat intellectual conversations with my students, but I have to be able to decorate a cute classroom as well. Some things I enjoy doing are going on long runs, watching the bachelorette, baking cookies, going shopping, and lastly I love hanging out with my fellow FASTies. Anyway, I can't wait to meet you awesome people, FAST 21 is going to be amazing!
I'm Gabe Lombardo, and THIS is my FLO (for real though I'm a director). I work here with my partner and my son, 'Big Clay'. Everything in here has a story and a price. One thing I've learned after 1 year—you never know WHAT is gonna come through that door. Most people call me Gabe... or Gab, Mario, Sausage Meister, Gabe Babe, Babe Boy, Gabe Babe Boy, Becco, or Goob. When I'm not pwning Adri in Smash Bros., I'm pwning Adri in life. L0l g3t sm0k3d. I'm a junior from Sugar Land, Texas. Talk about home, sweet home am I right? That was a sugar pun. Alright let's get down to business, which is my major. I'm a Finance student in the Mays Business School. I'm a University Honors student, I play the drums with Percussion Studio, and I'm an Eagle Scout just to name a few.
Howdy! My name is Mitchell Gay and I am a sophomore biomedical sciences major from Colleyville, TX. I am probably the least qualified person on staff so I don't know why they put me on here but I'm gonna give it a fighting college try. My hobbies include cooking chicken, smashing with my bros, and chilling outside. My mom tells me I'm handsome, kind, and smooth. I'm actually 50% Peruvian so I consider myself a very cultured guy. One time I got stopped on the street for a picture because these girls thought I was Ryan Gosling. In all seriousness, do FAST because it will be the best choice of your life. This organization has given me so many opportunities to grow as a person. Stay frosty, Ags.
Howdy howdy, my name is Fili Banda. I am an Accounting major from Laredo, Texas,
but most importantly I am the loudest and proudest member of the fighting Texas
Aggie class of 2020!! I am an avid pun enthusiast, regular user of the word Dope,
lover of all things that relate to The Office, and I am the biggest fan of Harry Potter this world has ever seen. I enjoy playing video games, sports, and absolutely wrecking the rest of FAST staff in all games game cube. FAST introduced me to some of the greatest people in this world and some of my closest friends and made my freshmen year the absolute greatest year of my life. So, if you are looking to make some amazing friendships, lots of memories, and help out the university and community with some great service projects then FAST might be for you!
hadley wilkins
Howdy! My name is Hadley Wilkins and I am a sophomore communication major from San Antonio, Texas, but more importantly, I am the loudest and proudest member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie class of 2020! I go by many names, some of the popular ones consist of 'Padley', 'Hads', 'Had', 'Crust', etc. I am a class agent for FAST staff 21 along with Mitch Gay and Aaron Ferrari! I have a chinchilla named Luna, who is the FAST 20 mascot no matter what anyone will tell you. Some of my hobbies include, watching Netflix, hanging out with Luna, eating at Ninfa's, etc. I am 5'4" and have O- blood, which is the universal donor so hit me up if you ever need blood.
tanner ford
I came into this world Under the first blood moon of 1997, the year of the Oxen. My mother was told she was having twins, but when I was born, is just me. The doctors found that my embryo absorbed my brother embryo. Leaving me now with the power a grown man, and a little baby. We share the same brainpower, Sometimes I dream as my little baby brother, and sometimes when I try to speak I find myself uttering goo's and ga's. Due to my extra power I've been known to summon unimaginable amounts of strength, I've only been known to bring in the groceries from the car in one trip or less. I'm studying Mechanical Engineering so I can build an army of robot slaves when I'm older. I'm from Saint Anthony, Texas, or San Antonio as the locals like to call it. Va Spurs Va. I love sports, camping, Texas A&M, and meeting new people. If I were an animal I would be Buck Beak, the griffin from Harry Potter. I know what you're thinking, and the answer is yes, I do have a name for my four nipples. I named them after the four seasons winter, summer, autumn, and winter again, play your cards right and you could meet the whole gang. Stay frosty.
paige west
Hey, hi, howdy, and hello! My name is Paige West and I'm sorta a communications major with a double minor in Spanish and political science. I come from a tiny speck on this earth called Jacksboro, Texas (Fort Worth ish). I'm a simple gal who likes simple things - reading books, taking bathes, chemistry, making pasta, and listening to records, and making terribly unfunny jokes! yeet. What makes me interesting is that I've carried a million ants at once, I eat Jason's Deli at least 4 times a week, and I'm related to Kanye West. This bio was really hard for me to write but I'm better in person, I promise. Texas A&M is the golden land but in my opinion what makes it so great is FAST. This organization changed my life and allowed me to make my best friends. Gotta blast
mckayla davis
ok listen my names mckayla. But you can call me mckayla. I’m a simple gal who really enjoys breakfast foods, tiny wizards, and dressing up as Chuck E Cheese. Some people say I remind them of a squirrel, but I prefer hamsters. I like telling jokes but sometimes I mess them up but people still laugh. I am from almost mexico so talk enchiladas to me. My friends tell me my baby burps are almost as top notch as my athleticism. My favorite ice cream is neapolitan cause decisions scare me.
jacob carroll
Howdy!
My name is Jacob Carroll and I am a sophomore business major from El Paso, TX. Who’s the stud in the picture above? I wish I knew too but if you were wanting to meet him I’m sure you’d be able to find him at all things FAST. If you’re checking out this website, then you’re already a few steps away from making the best decision of your college career. I frequently say things like trill, high/low key and all things centered around the prevailing rap culture of our time. One v important thing about me is that I always rep the 915 with the sexy beast Aaron Ferrari. Feel free to call him A-A-Ron like my boys Key and Peele taught us. I love sports and will ball you up if you even look at me the wrong way. FAST was and is still the best decision of my college career and I hope you decide to come out for it! Gig me, right?!
chandler ellsworth
Howdy! Ydwoh? My name is Chandler Ellsworth but more importantly, you can call me 2 Chans and I’m a sophomore business major from Austin, TX. Now I’m sure you’re thinking wow this guy’s from Austin, he must be a longhorn, and to entertain your imagination, I am. Just kidding, Bevo can kiss my sweet cheeks. If you can’t find me out lifting Jacob, I will for sure be challenging Gabe’s Ambassador, or Couping Aaron…….Just know that I’m always in your head. I love hanging out with my friends, eating Asian food, and cutting Mckayla’s hair. Some things that I learned from my Freshmen year: pack extra toilet paper, your daily exercise can be a walk from your dorm to Sbisa, and don't date your neighbor. But on a more serious note FAST changed my life. FAST allowed me to fully get the Texas A&M experience and dive in to the unique traditions that this University has. It’s where I met my lifelong friends, but most importantly, it taught me what it takes to be a leader. I can’t wait to meet you guys, so cometalk to me pls, and remember, Tanner has 4 nipples.
noelle lowry
How D my name is Noelle Lowry, and yes there is an L in my name and aside from
what my Fish Camp tells you it’s not pronounced Nole! I am a Sophomore Marketing
Major from San Antonio, Texas! Va Spurs? No. Go Cavs or Go Home. A few fun things
about me; I'm an avid fan of Eggo Waffles, LeBron James is my idol, I'm a huge
sneakerhead, and I hate the sight of chewed gum. I think the most important thing to
know about me is that my car’s name is Kanye and my scooter’s name is North West.
Now about FAST. I wouldn't be near the person I am today without the organization.
FAST gave me my first and forever friends in college, as well as giving me the ability to
grow as a leader and a human. It gives you a group of 53 other freshmen that are in the
exact same boat as you are. Not to mention 53 people you can make FAST puns with. I
wouldn't be where I am today without FAST, and I look forward to giving each of you
lucky FAST freshmen that same experience, because it is truly one of a kind. So, rush
FAST and maybe you’ll be blessed enough to meet Yeezy himself!!! Also I love Aaron Ferrari he is the best!!!
STAFF
HowD!! I am Melanie Kroyer, a Kinesiology-MTB major from good ole Longview, Texas. And you're probably thinking "uhh, where?" so just think East Texas. I am the queen of weird nicknames so if you hear anyone call me "Milk", "Melon", "Mel", "Mel Mel", "Celery", etc, just don't question it. I like to take naps, I'm great at it. More importantly though I am greatly involved in FAST, Fish Camp, and AEP! I love me some beef pad Thai, Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and scary movies. Talk me to me about them!!! But since we're here for FAST, let me tell ya about this wonderful family of mine. Everyone is so different and is their own piece to complete this puzzle. These people will be at my wedding one day! I have also gotten so many amazing opportunities through FAST and I can't wait to help y'all gain the experience I had. FAST truly is family. I can't wait to meet all of you!!
melanie kroyer
Joey Sandlin
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My name is Joey Sandlin and I am an Aerospace Engineering major from 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, Patty Melts from Whataburger, pretty much any kind of music in the world, and being redass. 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 FAST21 to experience the family that FAST creates and meet all of your new best friends, and I can't wait to do everything I can as one of your counselors to give all of you an even better freshman year in FAST than I had!!
sydney hilton
Howdy! My name is Sydney Hilton, and I am currently a General Studies 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 and HGTV, the Hallmark Channel, spending time outside, traveling, sweet tea and country music. I also enjoy spending time with my friends, and FAST will bring you some of the best ones you will ever meet. 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 your counselor this year and give you an even greater freshman year than I had!
nash bland
Nash, also known as Nashua, Nashed potatoes, Nash Browns, nashtranaut, Nashcar, nashle toll house, or Charles, is from Keller, Tx and majors in architecture. What i enjoy most is playing football, drawing, hangin with friends and getting "gains" with my bros. One important thing you need to know about me is that i have "ice in my veins", and take pride in my shocking resemblance to Robert Downey Jr. Some goals of mine consist of graduating college and starting a family, then possibly becoming Iron man. But in the end, im most thankful for the blessing of a loving family and incredible friends that support me and help me grow in my Faith in God.
Class of 2021, Welcome to FAST!
sarah pettengill
Hey howdy hello! My name is Sarah and I'm from good ole Katy, Texas which is not Houston. I'm a communication major because I really like talking to and being around people. I really like pretending to be artsy and listening to music that nobody has ever heard of. I consume copious amounts of Chick Fil A and Firehouse subs and am always down for a lunch date so hmu. I love Bruno Mars, sunsets, and riding with the windows down. But most of all, I LOVE FAST. FAST gave me 53 best friends and made my freshman year incredible. I can't wait to help y'all find your family here at A&M!
Howdy Aggies and welcome to my Bio, here you can find out a little about me. I don't like labels so I'm not going to classify myself with words most people use to describe me e.x zesty, spicy, and tangy. Take a moment and just picture like a refreshing sip of a somewhere in between frozen and lukewarm drink of Sierra Mist, and you get me, but that's just what people say I won't let that confine me. Facts, I am a Sophomore Engineering Major, and facts I am from El Paso TX where we grow big strong handsome humans like Jacob Carroll, and facts I am the loudest and proudest fightin Texas Aggie of 2020. I pride myself on very selective things like being able to make pasta in 27 minutes when the box says 30 and being the fastest whale milker in my household. I know it sounds like a humble brag but you got to give it to me I once took on a RAZOR XVX 3000 Automated Milker with my bare hands and won by two gallons. Putting my name in the history books and leaving my legacy as a folklore hero. My favorite thing though about myself is my strong bloodline that gets my through the harsh winters. If you don't know what that entails then get to know me, know what I mean? Aim for the bushes.
