In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony. 

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.

Campus Life

The History Of Silver Taps

Feb 8, 2024 • 14 min. read

New research on the century-old tradition shows the changes over time that shaped the ceremony Aggies hold so dear.

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies are honored in a solemn ceremony.

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.

A former executive officer of the Ross Volunteers honor guard explains to new Aggies what to expect at Silver Taps.

In one of Texas A&M University’s oldest traditions, recently deceased Aggies will be honored in a solemn ceremony.