Howdy Week
Texas A&M University Student Life
Texas A&M University
Howdy Week

Featured Events

Featured Events are large-scale events that are sponsored by a university office, department, or recognized student organizations as defined by Student Activities.

Full Schedule of Events
Students wave their rally towels in the air during a home football game at Texas A&M University.

Thursday, August 20

Students gather in Aggie Park for Howdy Week events.

Aggie Experience Kick Off

6-8 p.m. | Aggie Park

Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs

Friday, August 21

Students take a picture with a large stuffed Rev at the Libraries Howdy Week event.

Libraries Open House

2-4 p.m. | Sterline C. Evans Library

Check out the Libraries Open House for all the resources and services you need to be successful at Texas A&M PLUS connect with tons of other academic resources from across campus.

Sponsored by Texas A&M University Libraries

A student explores resources in the MSC.

Resource Fair

3-5 p.m. | Memorial Student Center

Stop by the 12th Man Hallway in the Memorial Student Center to learn more about life as a student at Texas A&M.
Interested in learning more about the resources that are here to support you academically? Check out the Libraries’ Open House, hosted in Evan’s Library from 2-4 p.m.

Sponsored by Student Life
Students gather in Aggie Park for a Howdy Week event.

University Welcome Picnic

6:30-9 p.m. | Aggie Park

Join Texas A&M University Leadership for a picnic and fellowship as we welcome new students to campus!

Sponsored by the Office of the President

Saturday, August 22

Students gather at City Hall in College Station to participate in the Off Campus Student Carnival.

Off Campus Student Carnival

3-7 p.m. | College Station City Hall

Sponsored by Student Life

Students participate in Howdy Week events before the start of classes.

Aggiefest

3-7 p.m. | Aggie Park

Sponsored by Residence Life

Students gather in Aggie Park for Howdy Week events.

Concert in the Park

7-10 p.m. | Aggie Park

Details to come.

Sponsored by Student Life

Sunday, August 23

Students participate in Rec-A-Palooza during Howdy Week.

Rec-A-Palooza

1-3 p.m. | Rec Center

It’s a party at the Rec, and you’re invited! Join us for Rec-A-Palooza, a facility-wide celebration welcoming new and returning Aggies to Texas A&M University! This free and interactive event is filled with activities to help you explore the possibilities of a healthy lifestyle! Whether you’re a gym regular or are looking to try something new, Rec Sports is the place for you! Rec-A-Palooza will feature games and challenges from each of our program areas. There is no better place to mingle this Howdy Week than at Rec-A-Palooza!

Sponsored by Rec Sports

The Yell Leaders lead freshmen in their first yell during GatheRing.

GatheRing & Yell Practice

6-8 p.m. | Association of Former Students

Hosted by The Association of Former Students prior to the beginning of each fall semester, Howdy Week GatheRing is designed to welcome new students to campus and provide them an opportunity to mingle with Classmates while enjoying free food and drinks in a festive environment, along with their first on-campus yell practice of the year. Students are encouraged to try on an Aggie Ring with their Class year, further building the anticipation of one day wearing their own Ring.

Sponsored by The Association of Former Students

Students gather on Kyle Field for Class Photo.

Class Photo

8-10 p.m. | Kyle Field

Calling the Class of 2030! Join Student Life’s New Student and Family Programs on Kyle Field to take your official class photo and officially mark your place in Aggie history. Wear the maroon class shirt you received at your NSC, bring your Aggie spirit, and show out for your class! Gates will close at approximately 9:15 p.m., and the photo will be taken around 9:25 p.m. Late arrivals will not be permitted to participate once the gates close. Know Before You Go: The clear bag and water bottle policies will be enforced for all participants entering Kyle Field. Find more information about what to expect at tx.ag/CPPolicies. Please note this event is specifically for students taking classes at the Texas A&M University College Station campus.

Sponsored by Student Life

Monday, August 24

Students take their First Day of Class Photos.

First Day of Class Photos

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Academic Plaza

Plant Pathology & Microbiology Building

Whether it’s your first semester at Texas A&M or your last, commemorate your first day of class by taking your official First Day of Class Photo! All you need is your phone – Student Life will have volunteers and signage available to capture that picture-perfect memory you can share with friends and family. Can’t make it to one of our locations? Check out our landing page for a full list of locations where our signage will be available.
Sponsored by Student Life
Students gather in Academic Plaza for Howdy Week events.

T’s & G’s (Treats and Greets) with Student Activities

11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Rudder Plaza

T’s & G’s for Student Activities is a kickoff event on the first day of class from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Rudder Plaza, where students can explore involvement opportunities. Meet the 27 advised student organizations in Student Activities. Enjoy free food, drinks and giveaways while connecting with fellow Aggies and learning about Student Activities!

Sponsored by the Department of Student Activities

 

An empty theatre with the Howdy Week logo.

Howdy Week Movie Night

7-9 p.m. | Rudder Auditorium

Join MSC Aggie Cinema for a fun evening at the movies!

Sponsored by MSC Aggie Cinema

Tuesday, August 25

Students take their First Day of Class Photos.

First Day of Class Photos

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Academic Plaza

Sbisa Plaza

Whether it’s your first semester at Texas A&M or your last, commemorate your first day of class by taking your official First Day of Class Photo! All you need is your phone – Student Life will have volunteers and signage available to capture that picture-perfect memory you can share with friends and family. Can’t make it to one of our locations? Check out our landing page for a full list of locations where our signage will be available.
Sponsored by Student Life