
The Ready Room is the student organization of the Intelligence Studies Program at the George H.W. Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. A "ready room" is a designated space on an aircraft carrier where pilots receive their intelligence briefings. As a naval aviator who flew 58 missions during World War II, President George H.W. Bush would have received his intel briefs in one of these spaces. The Ready Room seeks to continue the legacy of President Bush by providing a forum for the next generation of intelligence leaders and national security professionals to connect, discuss ideas, and spur each other on.
This online platform features analytic pieces written by current and former Bush School students, subject matter experts, and other guest contributors, providing consumers with a central database on issues related to national security. Our podcasts bring color and context to the world of intelligence and national security through discussions with public servants on real-world topics. Finally, our events for the student body provide space for academic and professional enrichment and connection with peers.

Editing Team
Katerina Banks, Master of International Affairs ‘23
Neha Kashyap, Master of International Affairs '23
Max Kleweno, Master of International Affairs ‘24
Nate Long, Master of International Affairs ‘23
Ross Nikides, Master of International Affairs ‘24
Ellie Phillips, Master of International Affairs ‘23

Podcast Team
Josh Krueger, Master of International Affairs '24
Sydney von Rosenberg, Master of International Affairs '23


Outreach Team
Amber Alam, Master of International Affairs ‘24
Emily Gill, Master of International Affairs ‘24
Avery Kostic, Master of International Affairs ‘23
Lexie Watson, Master of International Affairs ‘23
Chandler Trosclair, Master of Public Service and
Administration ‘23