Texas A&M Corps of Cadets Campusologies (2026)

Learning Corps of Cadet Campusologies

Under what act of Congress was A&M established

The college was established under the Morrill act of July 2, 1862.

When was Texas A&M opened?

A&M was open for registration on October 2, 1876. On Wednesday October 4, 1876, 40 students and six faculty members began instruction.

What is the inscription on the front and back of the pedestal on which the Lawrence Sullivan Ross statue stands in front of the Academic Building?

Lawrence Sullivan Ross, 1838-1898, Soldier, Statesmen, Knightly Gentlemen, Brigadier General C.S.A, governor of Texas, president of the A&M College.

What is Silver Taps and where is the notice for Silver Taps posted?

Silver Taps is the student body's final tribute paid to an Aggie who, at the time of his or her death, was enrolled in undergraduate or graduate classes at Texas A&M. The notice is posted at the base of the flagpole in front of the academic building.

What is Aggie Muster?

On April 21st each year, on the anniversary of the Battle San Jacinto, Aggies gather together, wherever they are to commemorate fellow Aggies who have died during the year.

When and where did the 12th man originate?

On January 2, 1922, in Dallas during the Dixie Classic (the forerunner of the cotton bowl), an Aggie, E. King Gill, was called up from the stands to suit up as a substitute, hence the phrase "twelfth man"

What year were women admitted to Texas A&M as provisional students? What year were women allowed to join the Corps of Cadets?

Women were admitted on a provisional basis to Texas A&M in 1963. Women joined the Corps in the fall of 1974 as members of Company W-1. In 1985, women began joining all-male Corps units to further integrate female cadets into the Corps of Cadets.

What are the Core Values if Texas A&M University? Where are they displayed on campus?

Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect, Selfless Service. These core values are displayed on the six main entrances to the Memorial Student Center.

What event related to the Bonfire occurred in 1999?

On November 18, 1999, at 2:42 a.m tragedy struck Aggieland when the Bonfire stack collapsed. Twelve Aggies died due to injuries sustained in the collapse.

What is the inscription at the entrance to the Bonfire Memorial?

"There's a Spirit Can Ne'er be Told.”

What was Aggie Bonfire and what did it symbolize?

Until the bonfire stack collapsed in 1999, Aggies annually gathered wood and timber to build a huge bonfire, which symbolized the burning desire to beat the hell out of t.u. and the undying love all Aggies have for Texas A&M. The bonfire was normally set ablaze the night before the t.u. game when it was played in Kyle Field and two nights before the game when it was played in Austin.

What is "Elephant Walk"?

Before the last regularly scheduled home football game each year, seniors gather and visit all of the important historical locations on campus before wandering off to some secluded spot as if old elephants about to die. This symbolizes the fact that, as former students, they will never again stand as part of the student portion of the Twelfth Man.

What is March to the Brazos and what does it stand for?

On April 1, 1977, the tradition March to the Brazos was reinstated. In years past the Cadet Corps would conduct a forced match to the Brazos River to keep cadets from playing April Fools’ pranks. Today, March to the Brazos serves as a symbolic opportunity for cadets to assume their positions for the following year.

Who is the Aggie mascot and in what year did she originally join the A&M ranks?

Reveille, 1931

What is the inscription on the Spanish American War Memorial?

In memory of students, officers, and faculty of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas who volunteered to serve the United States of America in the Spanish American War, 1892-1902: Cuba, Puerto Rico, Philippines, China. Erected by American Memorial Association, Inc., 1953.