TAMU Campusology

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 opened for registration on October 2, 1876. On Wednesday, October 4, 1876, 40 students and six faculty members began instruction

What 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, Statesman, Knightly Gentleman; 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 of San Jacinto, Aggies gather together, wherever they are, to commemorate fellow Aggies who have dies during the year. The tradition was begun 21 April 1903

When and where did the Twelfth 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 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 1990, women began joining all-male Corps units in order to further integrate female cadets into the Corps of Cadets

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

Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect, Selfless Service

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These Core Values are displayed in 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 the 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 it “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 of March to the Brazos was reinstated. In years past, the Cadet Corps would conduct a forced march to the Brazos River to keep cadets from playing April Fools’ pranks. Today, the 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, 1898-1902: Cuba, Puerto Rico, Philippines, China. Erected by American Memorial Association, Inc., 1953.”*

What is the inscription on the World War I Memorial?

*“In recognition of the splendid participation by the A&M College of Texas in the World War and of the heroic sacrifices made by her sons. This memorial is given by the classes of 1923-24-25-26.”*

How are the Aggies who served in World War I and died of active duty commemorated?

Fifty-five flags fly over Kyle Field at each home football game, there is a granite memorial located on the Corps Memorial Plaza at the north end of the Quad, and their names are on the plaques in the entrance to the Memorial Student Center.

How many Aggies served in World War II?

There were over 20,000 Aggies who served in World War II. Of these, over 14,000 served as officers, more than any other school, including the combined totals of the United States Military Academy and the United States Naval Academy.

Who are the eight Texas Aggie Medal of Honor recipients?

Horace S. Carswell, Jr., George D. Keathley, Thomas W. Fowler, Turney W. Leonard, William G. Harrell, Eli L. Whiteley, Lloyd H. Hughes, and Clarence E. Sasser.

What is the inscription on the Memorial Student Center?

*“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”* - John 15:13

What is the inscription on the Rudder Tower?

*“In memory of James Earl Rudder, 1910-1970, Class of 1932, Heroic Soldier. Commissioner of the General Land Office of Texas…Sixteenth President of Texas A&M University…Third President of the Texas A&M University System.*

*Earl Rudder was architect of the dream that produced this center. In this, as in all he did, he demonstrated uncommon ability to inspire men and lead then to exceptional achievement.”*

What is the inscription on the War Memorial located on the Corps Memorial Plaza?

*“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”* - John 15:13

*“This memorial is dedicated to the A&M men who gave their lives in defense of our country since World War II. Here is enshrined in spirit and bronze a tribute to their valor and devotion to their country.”*

What was Governor Richard Coke’s advice to students in 1876 and inscribed on the Coke Building?

*“…To the Students: Let your watchword be duty, and know no other talisman of success than labor. Let honor be your guiding star in your dealings with your superiors, your fellow, with all. Be as true to a trust reposed as the needle to the pole, stand by the right even to the sacrifice of life itself, and learn that death is preferable to dishonor.”*

What is the inscription on the east end on the George Bush Library Museum?

“Let future generations understand the burdens and blessings of freedom. Let them say we stood where duty required us to stand.” President George Bush, January 1991

Who is ‘Danger 79er’?

LTG J. F. Hollingsworth US Army, Class of 1940, was known for Danger 79er. He served heroically in the US Army from 1940 to 1976. He is the only general in the history of the United States who received the nation’s highest award for valor three times along with being wounded six times in combat.

For whom was the University airport named?

Easterwood Field was named for Jesse Easterwood, a former student of the College, who was killed while serving as a Navy pilot in 1919

What is the Corps hump-it?

The Fightin’ Texas Aggie Cadet Corps

The Twelfth Man

The Spirit of Aggieland

The best damn outfit anywhere.

When was the first football game played with t.u.?

In 1894, at Austin

In what year was A&M National Champion in football?

1939

Who are Texas A&M’s Heisman Trophy winners?

The Heisman Trophy was won by John David Crow in 1957 and Johnny Manziel in 2012