Red, White & Blue Military Cord

Consistent with its rich military history, Texas A&M University proudly recognizes the commitment and selfless service of our military graduates by the red, white, and blue graduation cords.  These cords identify our graduating active duty, National Guard, reserve and student veterans to signify the appreciation that Texas A&M University feels toward our military and veteran community for their service and sacrifice.

Prior to graduation in May & December, the VRSC hosts a Veteran Graduation Reception to present each graduating student veteran with a red, white and blue cord.  The reception is typically on the Wednesday before graduation in the Stark Galleries of the Memorial Student Center.

Faculty/Staff Appreciation Coin

Acknowledging the exceptional support graduating student veterans have received from faculty and staff at TAMU is important to the VRSC. In addition to their military cord, graduates will also receive a specially designed “Appreciation” challenge coin. These coins are to be presented by the graduate to the faculty, staff member, or advisor that made the most significant impact on them during their time at A&M.

The VRSC Director will follow up with a personal letter of appreciation to the Faculty/Staff member recognized by each student veteran and copies of each letter are sent to the individual’s Department Head and Dean to help raise awareness of the great support that our faculty/staff provide student veterans.

The VRSC recognizes that the cost of graduation can add up quickly. To help alleviate, we offer regalia rentals at no cost to our graduating student veterans. We offer the following regalia types:

UNDERGRADUATE - Gown, cap, and tassel

GRADUATES - Gown, Master's hood, cap, and tassel

All gowns and Master's hoods (if applicable) must be returned to the VRSC. Caps and tassels may be kept or returned.

At this time, no PhD, MD, Dental, or Law regalia are available.