Aggie Ring    

One of the greatest moments in the life of any Aggie is the day that they receive their Aggie Ring. This moment began with the Class of 1889. The original ring is very different from the ring worn today. At that time several companies made several different versions of the Aggie Ring. It wasn't until E.C. Jonas, class of 1894, designed a ring for his class that the ring we know today came into existence. It has remained exactly as Jonas designed it, with one exception; in 1964 the Legislature of the State of Texas changed the university's name from the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas to Texas A&M University, and the name on the ring was changed accordingly.

The Aggie Ring is the most recognizable symbol of the Aggie Network. Each year, thousands of excited Aggies gather at The Association of Former Students to pick up their Aggie Rings. Make no mistake, this is no ordinary ring. The Aggie Ring must be earned by completing minimum requirements that were established by the Official Senior Ring Committee of 1933.

The ring worn by all Aggie graduates is the same except for the class year. This serves as a common link for former students. When an Aggie sees the ring on another Aggie's hand, a spontaneous reunion occurs.  

The Association of Former Students Aggie Ring Program has the honor of protecting the integrity of the Aggie Ring. They are responsible for determining Ring eligibility for over 9,000 students each year.

The Aggie Ring is one of the most symbolic of our traditions. Everything seen on the ring represents a value that an Aggie should hold.

Traditionally, students wear their ring with the class year facing them to signify the fact that their time at A&M is not yet complete. During Senior Weekend at the annual Ring Dance, the student's ring is turned around to face the world proudly, just as the Aggie graduate will be ready to face the world.

History of the Aggie Ring

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Upcoming Galveston Ring Day Dates:

• October 11th
• November 1st

The exact times and locations for these ring days will be sent out in an email to all ring recipients a few weeks before the ceremony.