What is call the Muster?

Muster is the Texas A&M tradition that forever unites the Aggies past with the Aggies present. It is Texas A&M’s most solemn and most visible tradition. Muster was first held on June 26, 1883, when former students of Texas A&M gathered together to “…

What time is Muster at A&M?

7 p.m. CST
The Campus Muster Ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. CST.

Can Aggie parents say whoop?

Aggie upperclassmen and graduates will often say “Whoop!” as an expression of approval or excitement. It is most often used at the end of an Aggie yell. Underclassmen are not supposed to say the word until they have reached either junior or senior status.

What is Aggie Silver Taps?

Silver Taps is a tribute paid to an Aggie who, at the time of his or her death, was enrolled in graduate or undergraduate courses at Texas A&M. Silver Taps was formerly observed as soon as possible after the death of a student. Today, it is held on the first Tuesday of each month from September to April, if necessary.

Why do Aggies hump it?

Photo taken in 1951. Humping it: When Aggies participate in the yells, they put their hands on their knees and lean forward. The intention is to maximize the effect of their voices.

Why do Aggies kiss when they score?

  Every scoring play for Texas A&M is a signal to mugdown, or kiss the date that you came with. For a university full of thousands of 18-22 year olds, this tradition is surely a favorite.

How often is Silver Taps?

first Tuesday of each month
Silver Taps was formerly observed as soon as possible after the death of a student. Today, it is held on the first Tuesday of each month from September to April, if necessary. Three Aggies will be honored at February’s Silver Taps in College Station: Chance M.

How long is Tamu Silver Taps?

approximately 30-minute
Silver Taps is an approximately 30-minute tradition. The Ross Volunteers – A&M’s honor guard – march at a slow cadence, perform the 21 gun salute and play a unique rendition of “Taps” to honor Aggies who passed away in the prior month.