Aggie Traditions
The official Texas A&M greeting, whether you are walking past someone on Military Walk or starting an email.
What is "Howdy"?
The year the International Student Association was established at Texas A&M.
What is 1969?
Home to Shibuya Crossing and the Imperial Palace, it is the most populous metropolitan area in the world.
What is Tokyo, Japan?
This triangular, crispy South Asian pastry is typically stuffed with spiced potatoes, peas, and lentils.
What is a Samosa?
This 2019 South Korean dark comedy thriller made history as the first non-English language film to win the Oscar for Best Picture.
What is Parasite?
The First Lady of Aggieland, a Rough Collie whom students must leave class for if she barks.
Who is Reveille?
ISA's largest annual spring event week that brings together cultural clubs for a talent show, buffet, and cultural exhibits.
What is International Week (I-Week)?
Sitting at the base of the Andes mountains, this capital is the largest city in Chile.
What is Santiago?
Skewered and grilled cubes of meat originating from the Middle East, often served over saffron rice with grilled tomatoes.
What is Kebab (or Shish Kebab)?
This Puerto Rican artist made global waves with his album Un Verano Sin Ti and headlined Coachella in 2023.
Who is Bad Bunny?
Putting a penny on the base of this statue in Academic Plaza is said to bring good luck on your midterms and finals.
Who is Sul Ross (or Sully)?
The campus office located in Pavilion that handles I-20s, F-1/J-1 status, and travel signatures.
What is ISSS (International Student & Scholar Services)?
Known for its Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake, this city has been the capital of Vietnam since 1976.
What is Hanoi?
A popular Venezuelan and Colombian flatbread made of ground maize dough, stuffed with cheese, meats, or avocado.
What is an Arepa?
The viral dance track "Naatu Naatu" won Best Original Song at the 2023 Oscars from this Telugu blockbuster film.
What is RRR?
Held at midnight the night before football games, this tradition involves yell leaders leading practices at Kyle Field.
What is Midnight Yell?
The two letter-acronyms for temporary work authorization that F-1 students use for internships and post-grad jobs.
What are CPT and OPT?
The only national capital in the world that borders two different sovereign countries (Austria and Hungary).
What is Bratislava, Slovakia?
This West African one-pot rice dish cooked in a rich tomato and pepper base sparks friendly rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana.
What is Jollof Rice?
Directed by Hayao Miyazaki, this Studio Ghibli film follows Chihiro as she navigates a mysterious world of spirits.
What is Spirited Away?
Walking under this massive tree on campus with a crush means you are destined to be together forever—walk under it alone, and you're "Mugged."
What is the Century Tree?
The flagship culinary night of International Week where cultural organizations showcase traditional dishes from around the globe.
What is I-Dinner?
Designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer to look like an airplane from above, this planned city replaced Rio de Janeiro as capital in 1960.
What is Brasília, Brazil?
A traditional Vietnamese soup consisting of bone broth, rice noodles, herbs, and thinly sliced beef or chicken.
What is Phở?
This Nigerian singer-songwriter, known as the "African Giant," became the first African artist to sell out Madison Square Garden.
Who is Burna Boy?