This beautification project will transform 20 acres in the heart of campus into enhanced outdoor spaces for study and relaxation, tailgating, entertainment and recreation for students and visitors. The project, which is envisioned as “an outdoor MSC,” will include additional and enhanced tailgating space, water features, an outdoor amphitheater, a performance pavilion, public Wi-Fi, dedicated media utilities for national broadcasts, permanent Distinguished Alumni recognition, and improved infrastructure. A new event and office center, jointly operated by The Association of Former Students and the Texas A&M Foundation, will be programmed for year-round use, providing flexible and functional space for Aggie Ring Day and other events.
The Development of Aggie Park
Groundbreaking was held in February 2020, with anticipated completion in summer 2022 (See the full news release). The park renovation will be funded solely through private donations to be raised by The Association of Former Students and the Texas A&M Foundation. The university will lease the park to The Association for the duration of construction. OJB Landscape Architecture will create the park design, Lake Flato will provide architectural services for the design of the event facility, and project management services will be under the direction of development firm Midway. Design firm POTTER is designing the permanent Distinguished Alumnus tribute, with construction being done by JRT Construction of Dallas.
Where nature and the Aggie Spirit intersect 365 days a year
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Where tradition, history and achievement are spotlighted
Endorsements
Aggie Park is a visible investment into student life here at Texas A&M. From Aggie football gamedays and outdoor studying to concerts and events, this space will serve as an incredible "front yard" to campus that is on par with our institution. Current and future students alike should be excited about the benefits this project will bring to our student body for generations to come.
Aggie Park will be a grand statement that says ‘Welcome Back’ to former students and ‘Howdy’ to campus visitors while becoming a favorite greenspace for students. I look forward to seeing it when it is complete.
We are excited about this project. From beautiful places to study and relax to an outdoor amphitheater for events, Aggie Park will be enjoyed by generations to come. We are grateful to The Association of Former Students and the Texas A&M Foundation for their commitment to raise private funds to make it happen.
The Association of Former Students is proud to play a lead role in this landmark project for Texas A&M and looks forward to seeing Aggie Park emerge as a place of inspiration, celebration and reflection for the entire Aggie Network.
Aggie Park is an opportunity for the university and its affiliated partners to build a space that recognizes the past, embraces the future and helps enable the continued unique blend of Aggie values to thrive.
We’re thrilled with the renovation that will serve the 12th Man 365 days a year as well as make for a beautiful setting for tailgating and national programs like ESPN GameDay.
Where Aggie Ring Day, gameday and other milestone memories are made
FAQ
Who will use Aggie Park? How will they benefit?
Aggie Park will be enjoyed by all members of the Aggie Network – students, former students, faculty, staff, Aggie parents, and friends of Texas A&M. Students, former students and Aggie families are expected to be the primary users, but the park will also be accessible to residents of the Bryan-College Station community. Year-round usage will range from Aggie Ring Day to study and play, picnics to tailgating.
Why is this project important?
Aggie Park will provide additional green space on campus that is functional, inspiring and restorative. It will allow for outdoor study and student recreation, and will provide space for reflection and renewal. A new building within the park will provide needed improved space for Aggie Ring Day and other annual celebrations and events.
What is the timeline for this project?
Site preparation began in February 2020. Site development began in March 2020. Park redevelopment is anticipated to be complete by the summer of 2022.
What new features will be added to the park?
New features planned for the park include Wi-Fi, water features, an outdoor amphitheater, a performance pavilion, and improved green spaces and outdoor spaces for study, relaxation, tailgating, entertainment and recreation.
Contact
For Donor Opportunities
Nic Taunton ’07
NTaunton07@AggieNetwork.com
(979) 845-7514
THE ASSOCIATION OF FORMER STUDENTS
Mark Klemm ’81
MKlemm@txamfoundation.com
(979) 458-6684
TEXAS A&M FOUNDATION
Project Logistics
Marty Holmes ’87
MHolmes87@AggieNetwork.com
(979) 845-7514
Media Contacts
Kathryn Greenwade ’88
KGreenwade88@AggieNetwork.com
THE ASSOCIATION OF FORMER STUDENTS
Lynn Schlemeyer
LSchlemeyer@txamfoundation.com
TEXAS A&M FOUNDATION
Amy Smith
Amy.B.Smith@tamu.edu
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY