Telling Our Story

By Caitlin Clark, Texas A&M University Division of Marketing & Communications A statue of Texas A&M University’s collie mascot made its debut Friday in Kyle Field Plaza near the resting place of eight previous Reveilles on the stadium’s north side. The bronze statue depicts Reveille — the American Rough Coat Collie known as the “First Lady of Aggieland” —  with one paw raised mid-stride atop a base of six circles. Arranged in an arch, the circles represent both the six Aggie … [Read more...] about Texas A&M Unveils Reveille Statue In Front Of Kyle Field

By Veronica Gonzalez Hoff Texas A&M University’s Silver Taps continues to honor Aggies in a final tribute following a student's death. The tradition has gone through various evolutions since its inception, but it remains an integral part of the Aggie spirit. To learn how the tradition has been preserved over the last century, read “The History of Silver Taps,” an in-depth article published in the January-February 2022 issue of Texas Aggie Magazine. The memorial is held on the first Tuesday … [Read more...] about Silver Taps

By Molly K. Painter, University Art Galleries Linda and Bill Reaves found themselves coming down with a case of homesickness. The year was 1975, and the fledgling educators had just moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, from their home state of Texas to take teaching positions. The solution to their longing seemed simple—paper their bare walls with Texas art. To conjure scenes of home, the couple worked within their teachers’ salaries and bought prints depicting the Lone Star State. But the art … [Read more...] about Texas Art Enthusiasts Contribute to Texas A&M University Art Galleries