How to dunk your Aggie ring!

Whoop! Texas A&M University began in 1876 in College Station, Texas. The tradition of the Aggie ring began with the class of 1889. The current version of the ring was designed in 1894 by E.C. Jonas. Dunking your Aggie ring in a pitcher of beer has become a fun way for students (over 21) to celebrate their accomplishments. You only dunk your new Aggie ring once, so do it right the first time and have fun!

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 95 completed undergraduate cumulative hours
• 45 completed undergraduate resident hours
• 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Must not be on academic probation, suspension, dismissal, expulsion, or on honor violation probation from the university.
• A pitcher of beer or a big bowl of ice cream
• An Aggie ring

1. The Aggie ring has remained exactly the same, with one exception; in 1963 the Legislature of the State of Texas changed the university's name from "the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas" to Texas A&M University, and the name on the ring was changed accordingly. So when Aggies spot someone else wearing an Aggie ring, they can identify it easily and have an instant Aggie reunion. This is especially true in families that have multiple generations of Aggies because the only difference is the class year on the ring.
2. Once you get your ring, you will want get as many of your friends and family together as possible. For true authenticity you should dunk your ring at the Dixie Chicken on North Gate. It can get pretty crowded over there, so you can invite several friends who are dunking their ring at the same time to your house and celebrate together.
3. Grab a pitcher and fill it up with your favorite beer. I prefer Shiner Bock because it is brewed in Shiner, Texas, but everyone has a preference. Be sure to tilt the pitcher to the side while slowly pouring in the beer. This technique will limit the amount of foam head you get on the top of your beer.
4. Now drop the new ring into the pitcher. I don't condone this, but a lot of people will time how fast they can drink the pitcher of beer. Most of the time a good amount of beer actually gets spilled, so don't wear your nice clothes.
5. Now chug your pitcher of beer until the ring hits your lips, then put it on the ring finger of your right hand. Congratulations, you did it!
6. If you do not drink beer, then a fun alternative is a big bowl of ice cream. Just put the ring hidden somewhere between the scoops of ice cream and enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• The Association of Former Students controls the ring office, and you will need to fill out a ring audit form and meet the minimum requirements to be eligible for a ring.
• Aggie former student associations exist just about everywhere, and have regular meetings and socials.
• The Aggie ring is not cheap, but the ring office has loan applications available upon request.
• 85% of Texas A&M students opt for the 10K gold ring, instead of the more expensive 14K option, because it is harder, more durable, and will keep it's shape longer.
• Traditionally, students wear their ring with the class year facing them to signify the fact that their time at A&M is not yet complete. During Senior Weekend at the annual Ring Dance, the student's ring is turned around to face the world proudly, just as the Aggie graduate will be ready to face the world.
• This article does not express the views of Texas A&M University and is written by a former student.
• Please don't abuse alcohol and always designate a driver.