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100

What is the name of Texas A&M University's mascot?

Reveille

100

In which Texas city is the main campus of Texas A&M University located?

College Station

100

In what year did Texas A&M University open?

1876

100

What does HMGT stand for at Texas A&M University?

Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism

100

What is the traditional greeting used by Aggies?

Howdy!

200

What hand gesture do Aggies use when saying "Gig 'em"?

Thumbs-up

200

What is the name of Texas A&M's famous football stadium?

Kyle Field

200

What did the letters "A&M" originally stand for?

Agricultural and Mechanical

200

Which college at Texas A&M houses the HMGT Department?

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

200

What are Texas A&M University's two official school colors?

Maroon and white

300

What does the term "12th Man" represent at Texas A&M?

The students and fans who stand ready to support the team

300

What does "MSC" stand for at Texas A&M?

Memorial Student Center

300

Was Texas A&M established as a public or private institution?

Public institution

300

What is the name of the HMGT undergraduate course focused on sustainable tourism?

HMGT 426 – Sustainable Tourism

300

Which U.S. president has a presidential library and museum located on the Texas A&M campus?

George H. W. Bush

400

On what date is Aggie Muster held each year?

April 21

400

What is the name of the famous campus tree associated with the tradition of romance and friendship?

Century Tree

400

In what year was the institution officially renamed Texas A&M University?

1963

400

Which HMGT undergraduate course focuses on managing events?

HMGT 320 – Event Management and Operations

400

How many Core Values does Texas A&M University have?

Six

500

What is the name of the solemn tradition that honors current Texas A&M students who have passed away?

Silver Taps

500

What is the name of the student military leadership organization known for its uniforms and traditions at Texas A&M?

Corps of Cadets

500

Which U.S. federal law helped establish Texas A&M as a land-grant university?

The Morrill Act of 1862

500

What is the name of the HMGT department's undergraduate track that combines hospitality studies with business coursework at Mays Business School?

Business Hospitality Track

500

Who inspired Texas A&M's 12th Man tradition by standing ready to play in a 1922 football game?

E. King Gill