Traditions at Texas A&M
With a history that extends back over 130 years, Texas A&M is steeped in tradition. A&M traditions provide a sense of community for parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and students. Ultimately, it is these traditions that help Aggies past and present—as well as the campus community—celebrate the Aggie Spirit.
Some traditions are focused on remembering members of the Aggie family such as:
- Silver Taps - A regular memorial service and final tribute held for Aggie students
- Muster - An annual remembrance service held worldwide for Aggies
- Bonfire Memorial - A memorial for those Aggie lives lost in the 1999 Bonfire collapse
Some show Aggie pride and enthusiasm for athletic events such as:
- 12th Man - Aggie fans who show their support and readiness by standing at athletic events
- Yell Practice - An event where Aggies and Aggie fans practice yells led by yell leaders in advance of or after a game
Some represent and identify the Aggie family such as:
- Aggie Ring - A symbol of Aggie values and hard work and a visual reminder of being part of the "Aggie network."
- Howdy - A greeting to and from Aggies and a warm welcome to the university
Some are newer, but still showcase the Aggie Spirit such as:
- Big Event - the largest student-run service project in the nation serving the local community
- Maroon Out - a mass display of maroon pride for Aggie football games started by students