Woman in military fatigues speaks to a person in a maroon polo

The SkillBridge program at Texas A&M helps veterans navigate a path to civilian life, honoring Texas A&M’s commitment to serving those who serve.

Military helicopters fly over the Kyle Field score board that features a waving American flag.

Texas A&M honors the selfless service of the nation’s veterans and the university’s long military history during the annual game.

Matt Williams and his family pose on the NASCAR track wearing Aggie gear

Recognized for his valor in Afghanistan, Matt Williams '25 has dedicated his life to serving others and demonstrating what it means to be a force for good.

Under the glow of the iconic ‘Howdy’ sign, student veterans mark a meaningful milestone as they receive their red, white and blue graduation cords.

Recognized for its commitment to the success of student veterans, Texas A&M University earned the 2025 Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award.

Portrait of Karoni Forrester

Growing up with a father declared missing in action in Vietnam led Karoni Forrester ’96 down a path of discovery and ignited a passion to help other families find answers and community.

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.

Mockup of an old portrait of Captain Forrester

Cousins Craig ’94 and Karoni ’96 Forrester live by the Aggie Core Values, honoring those who have served and supporting the families whose loved ones are still missing.

Tristan Krause and a Texas A&M professor study a large map

Doctoral student Tristan Krause works tirelessly to help locate the remains of U.S. soldiers who are still listed as missing in action.

Cadet Jackson Baker stands in front of the Aggies Lost In Service memorial in the MSC

Texas A&M former student Jackson Baker ’25 and a team of student researchers created a comprehensive list of Aggies listed as missing in action from World War II to the present day.  

A silhouette of a cadet reading a campus war memorial in the sunrise

Memorials across Texas A&M University’s main campus pay tribute to the Aggies who lost their lives serving their country and honor their legacy of selfless service.