All Discussions Tagged 'Aggies' - TBD2024-03-29T08:46:05Zhttps://teebeedee.ning.com/group/aggielonghornsandeverythingtexas/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=Aggies&feed=yes&xn_auth=noJack Pardee an Aggie legendtag:teebeedee.ning.com,2013-04-02:1991841:Topic:15139402013-04-02T07:14:56.795ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
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<p>John Perry Pardee (April 19, 1936 — April 1, 2013) was an American football linebacker and the only head coach to helm a team in college football, the National Football League, the United States Football League, the World Football League, and the Canadian Football League. Pardee was inducted into the…</p>
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<p>John Perry Pardee (April 19, 1936 — April 1, 2013) was an American football linebacker and the only head coach to helm a team in college football, the National Football League, the United States Football League, the World Football League, and the Canadian Football League. Pardee was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as a player in 1986.</p> "Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbor's Conference Deal."tag:teebeedee.ning.com,2011-09-14:1991841:Topic:12931642011-09-14T02:45:40.316ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
According to The Houston Chronicle, Texas A&M boosters purchased a billboard in Waco, Tx -- the city where Baylor resides -- meant to tweak the school for refusing to waive its right to sue.<br></br>
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The billboard reads, "Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbor's Conference Deal." It amusingly is signed "- God."<br></br>
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Texas A&M was unanimously offered an invitation to join the SEC, but the conference stated it could not officially accept the school until all Big 12 schools waived their…
According to The Houston Chronicle, Texas A&M boosters purchased a billboard in Waco, Tx -- the city where Baylor resides -- meant to tweak the school for refusing to waive its right to sue.<br/>
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The billboard reads, "Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Neighbor's Conference Deal." It amusingly is signed "- God."<br/>
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Texas A&M was unanimously offered an invitation to join the SEC, but the conference stated it could not officially accept the school until all Big 12 schools waived their rights to sue the SEC. Big 12 commissioner Dan Beebe had privately assured the SEC that all schools would do so, but according to multiple media outlets, Baylor has refused to waive its rights.<br/> Chancellor Michael D. McKinney announces retirementtag:teebeedee.ning.com,2011-05-11:1991841:Topic:11748172011-05-11T02:19:45.196ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
Chancellor Michael D. McKinney announces retirement<br></br>
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May 10, 2011<br></br>
Chancellor Michael D. McKinney today announced his intention to retire from his position with The Texas A&M University System, effective July 1, 2011. Following is a memorandum announcing his intentions to the A&M System presidents and chief executive officers, and System Offices employees. <br></br>
Many of you have heard me say over the past five years that serving as the Chancellor of The Texas A&M…
Chancellor Michael D. McKinney announces retirement<br/>
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May 10, 2011<br/>
Chancellor Michael D. McKinney today announced his intention to retire from his position with The Texas A&M University System, effective July 1, 2011. Following is a memorandum announcing his intentions to the A&M System presidents and chief executive officers, and System Offices employees. <br/>
Many of you have heard me say over the past five years that serving as the Chancellor of The Texas A&M University System is one of the best jobs in the state of Texas, if not the entire country. From world-class and diverse universities to a health science center and agencies that serve every county in Texas, the A&M System is a treasure in all of higher education.<br/>
After serving as your Chancellor since November 2006, the time has come for me to step aside. My plan is to continue as Chancellor through the end of the Legislative Session and retire from my position effective July 1, 2011.<br/>
Over the past five years, enrollment at our member institutions has increased from 103,000 to nearly 120,000 students. Research expenditures over this same period have increased an amazing 33.7 percent to more than $772 million, and construction in new buildings has exceeded $1.5 billion. The 25 million taxpayers in the state of Texas certainly have received a significant return on their investment in the A&M System.<br/>
Numbers, however, tell only part of the story of the past five years. Through the Academic Scholars Enhancement Program (ASE) we have worked to attract many superstar faculty to the A&M System, including another Nobel Laureate. We have invested in the infrastructure and leadership at each of our universities. Almost every single A&M System university has achieved record enrollment, and the faculty have received historic levels of recognition for their scholarly work. We have opened two new universities in San Antonio and Killeen to serve students and veterans from these historically underserved areas. We have responded to the state’s citizens in times of need through the heroic efforts of TEEX, Texas Task Force 1 and the Texas Forest Service.<br/>
I am proud of our collective accomplishments, and I am most proud that we now “act like a system.” We now have 12 presidents and seven agency directors, each of whom is exactly the right person at the right place and at the right time. These leaders have made my job as Chancellor both rewarding and enjoyable.<br/>
With the Legislature in session at least through the end of May, there is still a significant amount of work left to be done. Those of you who know me well understand that I do not intend to sit idle over the next month and a half. We will all continue to assist our legislators in their pursuit of maintaining access to quality higher education and a balanced budget until they adjourn sine die. These are challenging economic times for our state, and I firmly believe that an investment in higher education is an investment in Texas’ future. I will also continue to champion the role of teachers, as well as the role of research in shaping young minds and ensuring the economic vitality of our state.<br/>
I appreciate the opportunity to serve as Chancellor that has been afforded to me by the Board of Regents. It has truly been an honor and privilege to work alongside all of you in serving our great state and this great university system.<br/>
Mike<br/>
Michael D. McKinney, M.D.<br/>
Chancellor<br/>
The Texas A&M University System Aggie Mustertag:teebeedee.ning.com,2011-04-21:1991841:Topic:11540552011-04-21T00:51:09.144ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
Aggies gathered together on June 26,1883 to live over again their college days, the victories and defeats won and lost upon the drill field and in the classroom. By April 21, 1903, this annual gathering evolved into a celebration of Texas' Independence on San Jacinto Day. These early meetings included field games and banquets for Aggies to reflect and celebrate their memories of Aggieland. 'Let every alumni answer a roll call' wrote the former students. It was not until 1922, however, that…
Aggies gathered together on June 26,1883 to live over again their college days, the victories and defeats won and lost upon the drill field and in the classroom. By April 21, 1903, this annual gathering evolved into a celebration of Texas' Independence on San Jacinto Day. These early meetings included field games and banquets for Aggies to reflect and celebrate their memories of Aggieland. 'Let every alumni answer a roll call' wrote the former students. It was not until 1922, however, that April 21 became the official day of events for all Aggies, thus, the annual tradition of Muster was born. The March 1923 Texas Aggie urged, 'If there is an A&M man in one-hundred miles of you, you are expected to get together, eat a little, and live over the days you spent at the A&M College of Texas. <br/>
Still remembering and honoring the time spent in Aggieland, the tradition of mustering has grown in strength, meaning, and spirit. By 1929, meeting had grown worldwide, and in 1942 Aggie Muster gained international recognition. Twenty-five men, led by General George Moore '08, mustered during the Japanese Siege of the Philippine island of Corregidor. Knowing that Muster might soon be called for them, these Aggies embodied the essence of commitment, dedication, and friendship- the Aggie Spirit. They risked their lives to honor their beliefs and values. That small group of Aggies on an outpost during World War II inspired what has developed into one of our greatest traditions. <br/>
Muster is celebrated in more than four-hundred places world wide, with the largest ceremony on the Texas A&M campus in College Station. The ceremony brings together more Aggies, worldwide, on one occasion than any other event. <br/>
The students of Texas A&M University coordinate the Campus Muster. Because Muster was established to bring Aggies together, each Campus Muster is dedicated to the fifty-year reunion class. The Campus Muster involves an entire day of activities for students both present and past. Alumni enjoy a special program including tours of the ever-changing campus. At noon, all Aggies congregate at the Academic Plaza for the Camaraderie Barbecue that rekindles the tradition of the original Muster celebration. That night, the Muster ceremony consists of an address by a keynote speaker, the reading of poems, followed by the Roll Call for the Absent. The Roll Call honors Aggies that have fallen since the last Muster roll was read. As the names are read, a friend or family member answers 'Here', and a candle is lit to symbolize that while those Aggies are not present in body, they will forever remain with us in Aggie Spirit. <br/>
Century-old roots provide the basis of Muster as Aggies know it today. It has changed, yet the Spirit in which it was established remains the same. Since the beginning, every Aggie has lived and become a part of the Aggie Spirit. What is felt today is not just the love of a fellow Aggie, it is the spirit of hundreds of thousands of Aggies who have gone before. Muster is how that Spirit is remembered and will continue to unite Texas A&M and the Aggie family. A&M may change, but the Spirit never will. T-sip Historytag:teebeedee.ning.com,2010-05-03:1991841:Topic:9513462010-05-03T01:33:34.990ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
In 1924, Dr D X Bible, the head coach of the Longhorns was "braced" & "backed into a corner" by the Dallas Morning News & the Houston Post about WHAT "the football boys" were drinking out of coffee cups after the A&M game, in the locker room (it was PROHIBITION & the players were also mostly UNDERAGE).<br></br>(note: it was said to have been straight CORN LIKKER, brought in by an alumni!)<br></br><br></br>Dr Bible said, "WHY they're drinking TEA of course. University of Texas students are…
In 1924, Dr D X Bible, the head coach of the Longhorns was "braced" & "backed into a corner" by the Dallas Morning News & the Houston Post about WHAT "the football boys" were drinking out of coffee cups after the A&M game, in the locker room (it was PROHIBITION & the players were also mostly UNDERAGE).<br/>(note: it was said to have been straight CORN LIKKER, brought in by an alumni!)<br/><br/>Dr Bible said, "WHY they're drinking TEA of course. University of Texas students are NOT crude like those UNsophisticated, hayseed, AGGIES across the way."<br/><br/>UT fans/players have been called "teasippers" ever since. Tomball German Heritage Festivaltag:teebeedee.ning.com,2010-03-21:1991841:Topic:8811132010-03-21T16:42:36.385ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
<p>March 26-28, 2010.<br></br>Old Town Tomball Texas 77375</p>
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<p class="whitebody">Four stages of live Music, Folk Dancers, Arts Crafts, Food, Beer, Carnival, Fireworks, and much <a href="mailto:more.@yahoo.com">more.</a> Free Festival, No admission or parking fees. Fri6pm-10pm Sat10am-10pm Sun10am-10pm</p>
<p class="whitebody">It's become an annual tradition in Tomball. Every year, on the last Weekend in March, festival-goers break out their Lederhosen and Dirndls "Go German" for the…</p>
<p>March 26-28, 2010.<br/>Old Town Tomball Texas 77375</p>
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<p class="whitebody">Four stages of live Music, Folk Dancers, Arts Crafts, Food, Beer, Carnival, Fireworks, and much <a href="mailto:more.@yahoo.com">more.</a> Free Festival, No admission or parking fees. Fri6pm-10pm Sat10am-10pm Sun10am-10pm</p>
<p class="whitebody">It's become an annual tradition in Tomball. Every year, on the last Weekend in March, festival-goers break out their Lederhosen and Dirndls "Go German" for the area's largest festival celebrating the heritage of the original German settlers in our area. In other words in the case of German heritage there is much to celebrate in this part of Texas!</p>
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<p class="whitebody">The 10th Annual Tomball German Heritage Festival will be March 26,27,28, 2010 located on the Old Downtown Streets of Tomball Texas near 201 S. Elm Street, Main Street (FM 2920), and Market Street. It is a Music/Street festival celebrating German and ethnic heritage with 4 stages of live music entertainment "happy music for happy people", ethnic and festival food, beer, wine, 150 street vendors, all kinds of German souvenirs and clothing, arts crafts, antiques, Heritage Center, German church service, fireworks, carnival, pony ride, petting zoo, strolling music makers, street performers, and much more. Like Oktoberfest in March! Huge fun for the whole family! You do not have to be German to enjoy this festival. It is fun for everyone, and one of the best street festivals in Texas. Willkommen! No admission or parking fees.</p>
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<p class="whitebody">On Friday 26th at 6pm till 10pm the music begins featuring Bluegrass Friday Night, Alpenfest, Chris Rybak, Walburg Boys, Tuba Meisters, Round Top Brass Band, Das Ist Lustig, Terry Cavanaugh, Kenny James, JungeMeisters, German Folk Dancers Rathkamp, de Texas KlopenDansers (Dutch), Scandinavian Folk Dancers, Aggie Wranglers, Ultimate Cloggers, Tomball Promanaders, Czech music makers, Valina and much more.</p>
<p class="whitebody">Saturday 27th 10am till 10pm begins with the "tapping of the keg" and Willkommen ceremony for German exchange students and Tomball host families, and official opening by the Mayor of Tomball Gretchen Fagan. The music and dancing goes all day and into the night, and at 9pm a beautiful fireworks display at Tomball's newly restored Train Depot Plaza on the festival grounds.</p>
<p class="whitebody">Sunday 28th 10am till 6pm begins with German Church Service/Brother Christen Tiews of St. Louis, Mo. The Biergartens open at noon on Sunday and the celebration goes on. You are all invited to come on out to Tomball German Heritage Festival for a really great time.</p>
<p class="whitebody">The festival is sponsored by the Tomball/Telgte Sister City, Org. Wir sprechen Deutsch.</p>
<p class="whitebody">For more information contact Grady Martin 281 379 6844 <span class="menu"><a href="mailto:gradsand@yahoo.com">gradsand@yahoo.com</a>, <a href="http://www.tomballsistercity.org">www.tomballsistercity.org</a></span></p>
<p class="whitebody"> </p> College Station meeting, Kathy R coming to town!tag:teebeedee.ning.com,2010-02-13:1991841:Topic:8083532010-02-13T04:28:56.364ZAggiehttps://teebeedee.ning.com/profile/Aggie
<p>I plan to try to get some friends together in College Station on 2/20/2010. Kathy R will be down from Richardson with her daughter to tour A&M that weekend.</p>
<p>We might meet in College Station Friday night and then either Houston or College Station on Saturday.</p>
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<p>If interested message me or reply here.</p>
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<p>Your Aggie friend,</p>
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<p>Randy</p>
<p>I plan to try to get some friends together in College Station on 2/20/2010. Kathy R will be down from Richardson with her daughter to tour A&M that weekend.</p>
<p>We might meet in College Station Friday night and then either Houston or College Station on Saturday.</p>
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<p>If interested message me or reply here.</p>
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<p>Your Aggie friend,</p>
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<p>Randy</p>