A mockup of the maroon and white no. 41 car honoring the life and legacy of George H.W. Bush on a tan background

At the university, the decorated World War II Navy pilot and former U.S. president found kindred spirits who shared his strong belief in integrity, leadership and service and the desire to be a force for good.

Gen. James Earl Rudder statue with Rudder Tower in the background

Rudder’s bravery on D-Day exemplified selfless service and integrity, the same values he carried into civilian life as president of the university.

Most of the U.S. Treasury replicas hang in state capitols, but the Texas Governor gifted the state’s bell to the Aggies for their enormous wartime sacrifices.

Summer Sea Term cadets will be anchored near Ellis Island for America’s 250th birthday, observing the largest gathering of naval and tall ships since 1976.

Featured Stories

Read stories and immerse yourself in videos to discover how Texas A&M University is shaping a bright, safer future for Texas, the nation and beyond.

Members of the Landscape Ecology and Drones Lab preparing a drone in the field

The Texas A&M University Landscape Ecology and Drones Lab employs high-tech solutions to improve on-the-ground land management.

Former student Sean Kelly ’05, a CEO in the AI and energy industry

Sean Kelly ’05, a CEO in the AI and energy industry, returns to his alma mater to share expertise and insights with Mays Business School students.

Team 19 presented their jaw brace at the Engineering Project Showcase. (From left) Preston Frazier, Vibhav Jaripatke, Caleb Lengefeld, David Hardy, Maggie Orscheln and Hattie Tramm.

A biomedical engineering capstone team has developed a pediatric jaw brace to help a young boy breathe at night, providing a potential real-world solution for other patients.

A photo of the sign for Texas A&M University's College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine rises to No. 3 in US, No. 5

The veterinary program earned top marks for education, research and service as a national leader in training, affordability and impact on animal and human health. According to new rankings released from Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is ranked No. 3 veterinary school in the United States and the No. 5 veterinary school in the world.

Learn more about the QS rankings

The Best University For The World

From innovative, impactful research to educating the next generation of leaders, Texas A&M is making a difference in people’s lives across the state, nation and world.

The university ranks No. 5 among all U.S. universities, No. 1 in Texas and No. 2 among U.S. public universities in American Caldwell’s latest rankings.

An anatomically correct heart on a black background with the pink Fast Company World Changing Ideas logo in the foreground

The heart patch is engineered to support healing directly at the site of injury — helping restore strength, improve function and accelerate recovery for patients.

Dr. Safe shows a document to a grad student

Safe, a leading figure in molecular toxicology whose influence spans institutions and disciplines, traveled from the mines of Canada to the halls of Oxford and Harvard before arriving at Texas A&M.

Impact at Scale

As America prepares to celebrate 250 years, Texas A&M reflects on the legacy of George H.W. Bush — veteran, leader and champion of public service whose impact continues to inspire.

At Texas A&M University, breakthrough research is shaping the future of food, energy and medicine. Together, we stand to serve for the good of Texas, the nation and beyond.

Striving to be the best university for the world

Supporting veterans as scholars for success in the classroom and beyond

Cultivating the future with cutting-edge solutions in farming

From ground control to the stars, Aggies are shaping the future of space

Driving transformative change through immersive technology and its uses across industries

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The U.S. Department of Energy announces projects in its unprecedented effort to use AI to accelerate science, harness new energy sources and bolster national security.

A view outside Dallas Stadium as fans arrive before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Cote d'Ivoire and Norway on June 30, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

Students helped at one of the world’s biggest sporting events while building skills for careers in sport management.

A chicken is shown at the National Poultry Show in 2016.

Study details rapid genetic shift influencing pigmentation, offering new insight into how biodiversity develops.

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