TAMU TRADITIONS TRIVIA

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Aggies don't walk on the grass of the Memorial Student Center (MSC) to honor Aggies who served in the military.

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Answer explanation

TRUE! The MSC is dedicated to Aggies who gaev their lives in service. The build grounds are a living memorial and all are asked to respect this time honored tradition.

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During finals week, Aggies wear pajamas to class as a symbol of unity and stress relief.

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Answer explanation

FALSE!!!!

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Aggies rub the nose of Reveille's stature for good luck before football games.

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Answer explanation

Time to start a new tradition?

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Aggies greet each other with a hearty "Howdy", the official campus greeting.

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Answer explanation

“Howdy” is the official greeting of Texas A&M. Students greet one another — and especially campus visitors — with a “Howdy.” The origins of this tradition are unknown, but it is one that Aggies proudly continue.t a new tradition?

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The 12th Man tradition started in 1922 when E. King Gill was called from the stands to be ready to play.

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Answer explanation

Gill’s willingness to serve his team in 1922 has been passed down through generations of Aggies for over 100 years, as Texas A&M’s student section stands together during entire football and basketball games, ready to enter the game if needed.

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Aggies wear a special maroon sock on game day for good luck.

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Answer explanation

FALSE! Sock check

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Aggies place pennies on the Sully (Lawrence Sullivan Ross) statue before exams for good luck.

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Answer explanation

The tradition to “put a penny on Sully” is an homage to Ross. The saying goes that he would help students with their homework, and when they asked how they could repay him, Ross would reply, “A penny for your thoughts.”

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If Reveille, the First Lady of Aggieland, barks during class, what does that mean?

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Answer explanation

As the highest-ranking member of the Corps of Cadets, Reveille holds special privileges—including the legendary tradition that her bark can end class!

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Aggies who reach 90 credit hours and maintained a 2.0 GPA are officially eligible for their Aggie Ring

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Answer explanation

The Aggie Ring is the most recognizable symbol of the Aggie Network, creating an instant connection between Aggies long after they leave the university.

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What is held at Kyle Field the night before every home football game?

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Answer explanation

Every Friday night before a home game, more than 25,000 Aggie football fans head to Kyle Field to prepare for the game on Saturday. Join the DMS for "Aggie Spirit Tour" in the fall to join in on midnight yell!